The "Top of Mind" Value Journey Checklist

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Use this simple checklist to guide prospects from Aware → Engage → Subscribe → Convert:

 

🧭 AWARE (They discover you)

✅ Choose 1 visibility action:
– [ ] Post a helpful or thought-provoking insight on LinkedIn
– [ ] Appear on a podcast your audience listens to
– [ ] Comment on 5 posts from your ideal clients
– [ ] Run a small retargeting or awareness ad

 

💬 ENGAGE (They interact with your ideas)

✅ Choose 1 engagement action:
– [ ] Share a story, quick win, or case study in a post
– [ ] Ask a question in a post or DM that sparks conversation
– [ ] Reply to someone’s comment with a helpful follow-up
– [ ] DM a warm lead with an article or insight just for them

 

✉️ SUBSCRIBE (They ask for more)

✅ Choose 1 invite to subscribe:
– [ ] Promote your newsletter or lead magnet
– [ ] Offer a workshop, checklist, or resource
– [ ] Send a personalized DM: “Thought this might be useful—want me to send it over?”
– [ ] Mention your list subtly in a post: “I shared the full breakdown in my email this week…”

 

📅 CONVERT (They take action)

✅ Choose 1 conversion invitation:
– [ ] Include a soft CTA in your content: “DM me if you want help with this.”
– [ ] Share a client win or case study with a call to talk
– [ ] Follow up with 3 warm leads you haven’t heard from in 30+ days
– [ ] Offer a free consult or audit spot in your calendar

 

🎯 Your Weekly Rhythm:

How many checkmarks can you hit this week?
(You don’t need to do them all—but showing up at each stage creates powerful momentum.)

Top-of-mind positioning is built in small, deliberate touches over time. Follow the journey, respect the sequence, and let consistency do the heavy lifting.

 

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