Most marketers default to LinkedIn, SEO, and email because that's what everyone else does.
But different goals need different channels. Demand gen doesn't work the same as brand awareness. Retention doesn't scale like acquisition.
Instead of guessing, use this workflow to match your goal to the channels that fit.
Try this prompt:
You are a strategic marketing advisor. I need you to recommend the best-fit marketing channels for my goal.
Goal: [e.g., generate qualified leads, build brand awareness, drive retention]
Constraints: [team size, budget, timeline, available resources]
Audience: [who you're targeting and where they spend time]
Buying context: [how they research, decide, and purchase]
Based on this, recommend:
1. The top 3 channels ranked by fit
2. Why each channel matches my goal and context
3. What success looks like in each channel
4. What I should NOT do (and why)
Keep it strategic and focused — I want clarity, not a long list.
Use the output as a focus filter. Pick one or two channels and commit to them before adding more.
Happy prompting!
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