The 80/20 of Content Marketing: What Actually Moves the Needle
80% of content marketing advice is noise. Here are the 20% of tactics that drive actual results for small teams.
Content Marketing
Content strategy for teams without enterprise budgets
Most content marketing advice assumes you have a team of specialists. We focus on what actually works when you're a small team doing everything yourself.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are topic clusters and why do they matter?
Topic clusters group related content around a pillar page. Instead of random blog posts, you build interconnected content that signals expertise to Google. Sites using clusters see 3.5x more organic traffic. Use our free Topic Cluster Generator at /tools/topic-cluster-generator to plan your first cluster.
How much content should a small team publish?
Quality beats quantity, but consistency matters most. For most small teams, 1-2 quality pieces per week is sustainable. Start with what you can maintain for 6 months without burning out—you can always increase later.
What content types work best for small teams?
Focus on content that compounds: evergreen blog posts, email sequences, and cornerstone guides. Skip anything time-sensitive or requiring constant updates. One great piece that ranks for years beats 10 posts that age quickly.
How do I create content without a dedicated writer?
Use AI to handle first drafts while you provide expertise and editing. Tools like CopyJump can generate brand-consistent drafts, cutting your time from hours to minutes. You're the editor, not the blank-page-starer.
What should I write about?
Answer the questions your customers actually ask. Check your support tickets, sales calls, and DMs. Every question is a potential piece of content. Focus on problems you solve—not just features you have.
How do I make time for content marketing?
Batch your work. One day of focused content planning and creation beats scattered 30-minute sessions. Use templates, repurpose across channels, and automate what you can. The goal is sustainable output, not heroic effort.
How long until I see results from content marketing?
Content marketing is a long game. Expect 3-6 months before organic traffic starts compounding. Email lists build faster. The key is publishing consistently while you wait—most people quit right before it starts working.
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