What To Do When You Don’t Feel Tech Savvy
Today we’re diving into a topic that I know many of you struggle with – tech overwhelm. I’ve heard from so many of you that the tech stuff is holding you back from doing the amazing things you want to do in your business. Well, I’ve got good news for you – this episode is all about taking that burden off your shoulders and helping you feel confident about moving forward with your tech.
I’m happy to have Robin Newberry, the creator of Shine Pages, joining us to share her wisdom on how coaches can create a professional online presence without getting bogged down by complicated tech.
Robin Newberry is a mom of 3, a Chicago-area native (with a bit of California soul), and the founder of ShinePages, an easy-to-use, all-in-one, website and funnel-building platform to help women entrepreneurs streamline their tech, scale their business, and shine their light online! Robin’s Bio: For over 20 years, Robin has been supporting women as they launch and grow their spark of an idea into a business that lights them up and helps them shine their gifts to the world.
She believes in taking messy, imperfect action – and wants to simplify tech and design so that as many women as possible can chase their dreams and create the impact and income they deserve.
Robin has taught hundreds of entrepreneurs how to build a website that is not just “pretty” but works for you 24/7 to convert visitors to clients, book appointments, sell programs, products and offers, deliver digital courses and memberships, and much more.
Key Takeaways:
- The Entrepreneurial Journey – Robin’s path to creating Shine Pages wasn’t a straight line. From quitting her corporate job in 1999 to help a friend start a business, to exploring network marketing and diving deep into various software platforms, Robin’s experience led her to create a solution specifically for coaches and small business owners.
- Starting Small but Thinking Big – Robin emphasizes the importance of starting with the basics – a domain name and a landing page – but also choosing a platform that can grow with you. This approach saves time and money in the long run, avoiding the need to piece together multiple solutions as your business grows.
- The False Economy of Free Tools – We discuss why cobbling together free tools often costs more in time and frustration. Investing in a comprehensive, user-friendly platform can free up your time for revenue-generating activities.
- What Sets Shine Pages Apart
- Affordability (starting at $29/month)
- User-friendly, “Canva-esque” interface
- Flexibility in design without overwhelming options
- Built-in payment processing and email marketing
- Excellent customer support
- The Importance of a Professional Online Presence – Having a cohesive online presence with a custom domain and landing page not only looks more professional but also allows you to own your audience by collecting email addresses.
- Action Steps for Coaches
- Start with a domain name and a simple landing page
- Focus on creating an opt-in to build your email list
- Choose a platform that can grow with your business
- Don’t get caught up in the pressure to have a fully branded website right away
Remember Coaches, your expertise and the results you create for your clients are what truly matter. The tech is just a tool to help you reach more people and make a bigger impact. Don’t let it hold you back from sharing your gifts with the world.
Resources Mentioned:
- Shine Pages: https://shinepages.com
- Special template bundle for listeners: Exclusive Website Template – ShinePages x Amanda Walker
