📋 Episode Summary:
In this quick but powerful Marketing Monday, Allyson breaks down how to create a local marketing loop — a simple system that helps you stay visible in your town without relying on social media. From partnerships to referral cards, this episode shows you how to turn your local community into a consistent source of referrals, awareness, and rebookings.
If social media feels overwhelming, this is the offline strategy you’ve been missing.
Why local marketing still works — even in the digital age
How to build a marketing loop with anchor partners like salons, gyms, boutiques, etc.
Ideas for referral cards, QR menus, and leave-behinds that actually get used
How to contribute before you sell (gift baskets, samples, giveaway bundles)
A simple quarterly routine to keep your local visibility strong all year
What to track to see which partners are actually helping your business grow
A simple script you can use when reaching out to potential collaborators
You don’t have to go viral — you just need to be visible.
Identify 3 potential local partners (gyms, stylists, realtors, etc.)
Create one small branded leave-behind (referral card, QR menu, sample box)
Reach out with the script in this episode and schedule your first local marketing drop-off!