Marketing With Laryssa

In episode #123, I chat with Michelle Peranteau, a marketing and brand strategist for luxury brands. Throughout her impressive career working with luxury and jewelry brands, Michelle has built her experience and expertise in all aspects of consumer brand and omni-channel marketing including advertising, digital marketing, social media, content creation, public relations, CRM, philanthropic partner...

For this episode, I was inspired by a Lifehacker podcast interview with marketing thought leader Seth Godin. He said, "The thing that looks like a shortcut is probably not the best way to get there. The best way to get there is to find a path that most people can't handle." What does it mean? How can you apply his wisdom to jewelry marketing? In this episode, I share my interpretation of Seth's qu...

I share an interview with Ama McKinley, founder of waist bead jewelry brand Ilium Wing. In this episode, I talk to Ama about topics like branding and setting your jewelry brand apart in a crowded marketplace, marketing with a focus on genuine engagement and community building, the power of emerging platforms like Clubhouse, and tips for executing an on-brand lifestyle photoshoot for your jewelry b...

All your marketing content should start with a plan and calendar. Do you have a formal planning system in place for your marketing? If not, you're probably scrambling to get your photo/video assets when you need them and possibly missing opportunities to connect with your target customers at optimal times. In this video, I explain why you should start planning your marketing content (social, email...

In episode #119, I explain the difference between "brand marketing" and "product marketing" and why the distinction matters so much for jewelry brands. If you want to understand how to truly distinguish yourself from your competition, then you'll definitely want to listen to this episode. You can find the transcript here: https://joyjoya.com/2021/03/18/brand-marketing-vs-product-marketing-for-jewe...

In episode #118, I answer a listener-submitted question. The anonymous listener asked, "How can we transition from a traditional brick-and-mortar jewelry store to an ecommerce jewelry brand?" They explained that they're a small family business and that they're struggling with the digital transformation. Listen for the answer. You can find the transcript here: https://joyjoya.com/2021/03/12/transit...

I share my interview with Paul Spinak, founder of The Marketing Machine, an innovative and creative marketing agency located in downtown Raleigh NC. Paul is the agency's creative director, marketing strategist, brand guardian, and sales force all wrapped up in one high-octane package.  We focus our discussion on two very nebulous topics that confuse many jewelry entrepreneurs - marketing strategy...

In episode #116​ of the podcast, I share some of the most common marketing mindset mistakes that I observe day in and day out. In my opinion, marketing is just as much about mindset as it is about the strategies you implement. If you're able to master mindset and get out of your own way, then you'll absolutely be able to achieve your dreams. Check out the accompanying blog post here: https://joyjo...

I interview Jason Fleagle, a branding and marketing expert who has supported global brands like Abercrombie and Fitch and has worked with prominent figures like Kevin Harrington. He's currently a consultant and a catalyst success partner for individuals and organizations, coming alongside them, empowering them, and positioning them for growth. Check out the accompanying blog post here: https://joy...

I share my own recording of a recent presentation I did about personalization in jewelry marketing. Would you like to discover how personalization can help you improve the customer experience and build stronger customer relationships? If so, then you'll definitely want to listen to this episode. Check out the accompanying blog post here: https://joyjoya.com/2021/02/14/personalization-jewelry-marke...

In this episode, I interview Derek DeMoro and James Wright, the co-founders of Zigy, which is a social selling solution for the direct-to-consumer channel. As Derek described to me in a blurb about the company, "Zigy is LinkedIn, Instagram, Affiliate Networking, Match.com, Shopify, Tik Tok, a global marketplace and ecommerce analytics all mashed up into a single little app." Listen to learn more a...

Laryssa interviews Jen Cullen Williams, a public relations and brand communications strategist who specializes in working with jewelry and luxury brands. Check out the accompanying blog post here: https://joyjoya.com/2021/01/31/ interview-with-jen-cullen-williams-part-two /

Laryssa interviews Jen Cullen Williams, a public relations and brand communications strategist who specializes in working with jewelry and luxury brands. Check out the accompanying blog post here: https://joyjoya.com/2021/01/24/interview-with-jen-cullen-williams/

Are you frustrated by the Instagram algorithm? I know the answer to that question is "yes". If you're like most jewelry brands, then you're probably wondering why your posts are getting seen and liked by so few people. I understand that it's super frustrating to plan and create awesome content that doesn't get noticed. Listen to this episode for tips that you can start implementing today. Check ou...

Do you often find yourself deciding on your jewelry brand's social media post content the day that you're going to post it? If you're currently following this approach, then you're likely experiencing one of two common problems: either your feed looks unplanned and lacks visual cohesiveness, or you're missing out on opportunities to connect your social media strategy back to your overarching busin...

After a rather abysmal, confusing, and challenging year, most jewelry business owners have high hopes for 2021. They're starting the new year with bright eyes and a renewed commitment to their digital marketing strategies. What can we expect from the coming year? Where should you be investing your marketing dollars, and how should you be redistributing your budget? Based on industry trends and our...

I recently stumbled upon a really interesting quote by Josh Hayes from Liftoff, a company that helps ecommerce brands optimize their mobile apps. In a blog post, Josh says, "Creatives aren't a beauty contest, so let performance drive your ad appearance decisions. Oftentimes, the best performing creatives run counter intuitive to what we might think because they aren't necessarily the most aestheti...

A hot-of-the-presses report titled "Adobe Analytics Holiday Forecast 2020" predicts that 42% of shopping will be done from smartphones this holiday season. Furthermore, the report states that "smartphone shopping dollars will grow by 55% YoY this season" and that "$28.1B more will be spent on smartphones this year". If your jewelry brand's website isn't optimized for an ideal mobile browsing and s...

In conversations with my clients, I often use the phrase "customer touchpoints", but I realize that "touchpoints" is a vague, catch-all term that could probably use some clarification. What are customer touchpoints exactly, and why is it important for your jewelry brand to remain consistent across all of them? In this episode, I'll explain where to find touchpoints and why they matter. Check out t...

Who doesn't like free stuff? I can guarantee that your customers would surely appreciate it. In honor of the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, we'd like to celebrate the spirit of giving. When was the last time you gave back to your followers and customers as a way of showing your appreciation? Hosting a giveaway can be one way to demonstrate your thanks. Listen to this episode to find out how you ca...

In branding and marketing, color is so important because it can trigger powerful emotions and help solidify memories. When used strategically and with great care, color can also encourage certain behaviors; for example, red can captivate someone's attention, but it can also incite a negative reaction. In this podcast episode, we'll be discussing how you can use color to your benefit in jewelry mar...

Did you know that nearly 50% of subscribers decide to open a message based on the subject line? The first step to getting a subscriber to read your email is to get that subscriber to open your email. Otherwise, nothing else matters: forget your amazing coupon code and say goodbye to the time you spent crafting clever copywriting and impactful calls to action. Arguably, your subject line matters mo...

In celebration of the Halloween holiday, I'm shocking you with something spooky: the worst jewelry marketing vampires of all. They drain you of all your time and money, even when you think you're doing all the right things with your marketing. These vampires can eventually make you lose faith in marketing, so you think twice before trying new marketing initiatives in the future. Listen to this epi...

Not only have I reached a very important milestone in my podcasting journey, but I'm also officially publishing Jewelry Marketing Joy. I'm excited to celebrate 100 episodes of the Joy Joya Jewelry Marketing Podcast and the launch of my book, which is the first-of-its-kind resource for the industry.  Check out the accompanying blog post here: https://joyjoya.com/2020/10/08/jewelry-marketing-joy-is-...

We interview Arthur Root, the co-founder and CEO of Nostra, a startup that has created an innovative new ecommerce tool for brands that want to provide their customers with more personalized shopping experiences. Check out the accompanying blog post here: https://joyjoya.com/2020/10/01/interview-with-arthur-root-co-founder-and-ceo-of-nostra/