Content marketing success requires a diverse skillset: build your team and resources accordingly
When mapping the above steps to the skills that are required, it’s clear that content is not about doing just one thing well. Creativity is required and probably is the trait that is the most looked for in a content marketer. Yet, it won’t be enough to generate ROI. Analytical skills will be needed for success as well as the ability to develop relationships with people in your industry who can contribute to your content and become your allies when it comes to distribution.
Creativity, friendliness, analytical skills… Some lucky few have them all but it’s rare. So do you have a team that brings all these qualities to the game? Are you looking to recruit a unicorn who has them all?
Try the assess the quality of the team you can build and supplement with freelance resources that won’t break your budget. For instance, if you have a strong data-driven marketing team that has proven its analytical skills on performance-based paid acquisition programs, maybe recruit a creative freelance writer that built a network and a personal brand in your industry. Or if you have strong creative skills in house, get a CRO consultant to help you understand content performance.