046: Repurposing Content (And How to Do It Right)

January 5, 2025

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If you have a business, you know creating content can feel like a full-time job. You pour your heart into writing that blog post, designing that Instagram carousel, or crafting the perfect email… and then what? You move on to the next thing, leaving all that hard work behind, never fully tapping into the power of repurposing content to make it work harder for you.

It’s not just about saving time (although that’s a huge bonus), it’s about stretching the life of your content so it reaches more people across different platforms. Because let’s face it — not everyone is seeing your content the first time around.

Ready to make your content hustle for you? Let’s dive into what repurposing content really means, why it’s a game-changer, and how you can do it right.

Why Repurposing Content Is the Secret to Consistency

Did you know that 60% of marketers create at least one piece of content every day? (Source) That’s a lot of time and energy spent on creating — but what happens to that content after it’s published?

Most of the time, it gets buried. And that’s a missed opportunity.

Repurposing content allows you to take that blog post you spent hours on and turn it into:

  • An engaging email newsletter
  • Pinterest pins that drive traffic
  • Social media posts (hello, Instagram!)
  • Quick video snippets for Reels or TikToks

The best part? You’re not starting from scratch.

How to Repurpose Content (Without Feeling Repetitive)

You might be thinking: But won’t my audience get bored if I keep sharing the same thing?

Nope. The key is to present the content in different ways that feel fresh and relevant for each platform. Here’s how I personally love to repurpose my content:

I like to start out with a long-form blog post — it’s the foundation of everything. Once I’ve got that cornerstone piece, I create multiple Pinterest pins to drive long-term traffic (because Pinterest is a goldmine for evergreen content!). After that, I send out a newsletter to my email list, sharing the main takeaways and inviting them to dive deeper. And finally — the cherry on top — I turn that content into a few social media posts.

(Although, I’m currently taking a break from social media. But that’s usually how my repurposing funnel looks!)

The best part? It’s all about working smarter, not harder.

📌 Pro Tip: Use a tool like Wordsmith to help you brainstorm content that stay true to your brand voice. (Learn more)

Why You Need to Think Beyond Social Media

Here’s the thing: content on social media has a super short lifespan. According to research, the average lifespan of an Instagram post is about 48 hours. For TikTok? Even shorter. Facebook? A little longer, but still fleeting.

That’s why it’s so important to generate long-term traffic from platforms like Pinterest or SEO-optimized blog posts. These pieces of content keep working for you long after you hit publish — bringing in traffic, leads, and sales while you sleep.

If you’re only relying on social media, you’re missing out on that longevity. So, let’s make your content work harder and longer for you!

Average Lifespan Of Social Media Posts:

TikTok: 15-20 minutes

Instagram: 24-48 hours

X (formerly Twitter): 15-30 minutes

Facebook: 1-2 days

Pinterest: 4 months – years

Google (SEO-optimized content): Years

That’s why it’s so important to generate long-term traffic from platforms like Pinterest or SEO-optimized blog posts. These pieces of content keep working for you long after you hit publish — bringing in traffic, leads, and sales while you sleep.

If you’re only relying on social media, you’re missing out on that longevity. So, let’s make your content work harder and longer for you!

The Benefits of Repurposing Content

Still not convinced? Here’s why repurposing content is worth your time:

🔄 1. More Visibility

Your audience isn’t everywhere at once. Repurposing helps you reach people who missed your original post.

2. Saves Time

No need to reinvent the wheel. Repurpose what you’ve already created and get more mileage out of it.

🤝 3. Builds Authority

Sharing your content in multiple ways shows you’re an expert in your field — without feeling repetitive.

Let’s Talk Tools (Because We Love a Good Shortcut)

Feeling overwhelmed by the idea of repurposing? Don’t be. Feeling overwhelmed by the idea of repurposing? Don’t be. I created Wordsmith to help business owners — just like you — make content creation feel easier, more fun, and way more personalized. It’s not just about speeding up the process (although, yes please!). It’s about helping you show up in your most authentic voice.

And guess what? We’ve recently added multiple writing styles to choose from! You can even take a personalized quiz to create a custom writing style that’s uniquely you.

Seriously, it’s my favorite update so far — because no two businesses sound the same, and your content shouldn’t either.

👉 Learn more about Wordsmith here: modernmarket.co/wordsmith

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046: Repurposing Content (And How to Do It Right)

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046: Repurposing Content (And How to Do It Right)

046: Repurposing Content (And How to Do It Right)

If you have a business, you know creating content can feel like a full-time job. You pour your heart into writing that blog post, designing that Instagram carousel, or crafting the perfect email… and then what? You move on to the next thing, leaving all that hard work behind, never fully tapping into the power of repurposing content to make it work harder for you.

But what if I told you there’s a way to make that content work harder for you?

That’s where repurposing content comes in. It’s not just about saving time (although that’s a huge bonus), it’s about stretching the life of your content so it reaches more people across different platforms. Because let’s face it — not everyone is seeing your content the first time around.

Ready to make your content hustle for you? Let’s dive into what repurposing content really means, why it’s a game-changer, and how you can do it right.

Why Repurposing Content Is the Secret to Consistency

Did you know that 60% of marketers create at least one piece of content every day? (Source) That’s a lot of time and energy spent on creating — but what happens to that content after it’s published?

Most of the time, it gets buried. And that’s a missed opportunity.

Repurposing content allows you to take that blog post you spent hours on and turn it into:

An engaging email newsletter

Pinterest pins that drive traffic

Social media posts (hello, Instagram!)

Quick video snippets for Reels or TikToks

The best part? You’re not starting from scratch.

How to Repurpose Content (Without Feeling Repetitive)

You might be thinking: But won’t my audience get bored if I keep sharing the same thing?

Nope. The key is to present the content in different ways that feel fresh and relevant for each platform. Here’s how I personally love to repurpose my content:

I like to start out with a long-form blog post — it’s the foundation of everything. Once I’ve got that cornerstone piece, I create multiple Pinterest pins to drive long-term traffic (because Pinterest is a goldmine for evergreen content!). After that, I send out a newsletter to my email list, sharing the main takeaways and inviting them to dive deeper. And finally — the cherry on top — I turn that content into a few social media posts.

If you have a business, you know creating content can feel like a full-time job. You pour your heart into writing that blog post, designing that Instagram carousel, or crafting the perfect email… and then what? You move on to the next thing, leaving all that hard work behind, never fully tapping into the power of repurposing content to make it work harder for you.

But what if I told you there’s a way to make that content work harder for you?

That’s where repurposing content comes in. It’s not just about saving time (although that’s a huge bonus), it’s about stretching the life of your content so it reaches more people across different platforms. Because let’s face it — not everyone is seeing your content the first time around.

Ready to make your content hustle for you? Let’s dive into what repurposing content really means, why it’s a game-changer, and how you can do it right.

Why Repurposing Content Is the Secret to Consistency

Did you know that 60% of marketers create at least one piece of content every day? (Source) That’s a lot of time and energy spent on creating — but what happens to that content after it’s published?

Most of the time, it gets buried. And that’s a missed opportunity.

Repurposing content allows you to take that blog post you spent hours on and turn it into:

An engaging email newsletter

Pinterest pins that drive traffic

Social media posts (hello, Instagram!)

Quick video snippets for Reels or TikToks

The best part? You’re not starting from scratch.

How to Repurpose Content (Without Feeling Repetitive)

You might be thinking: But won’t my audience get bored if I keep sharing the same thing?

Nope. The key is to present the content in different ways that feel fresh and relevant for each platform. Here’s how I personally love to repurpose my content:

I like to start out with a long-form blog post — it’s the foundation of everything. Once I’ve got that cornerstone piece, I create multiple Pinterest pins to drive long-term traffic (because Pinterest is a goldmine for evergreen content!). After that, I send out a newsletter to my email list, sharing the main takeaways and inviting them to dive deeper. And finally — the cherry on top — I turn that content into a few social media posts.

046: Repurposing Content (And How to Do It Right)

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046: Repurposing Content (And How to Do It Right)

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If you have a business, you know creating content can feel like a full-time job. You pour your heart into writing that blog post, designing that Instagram carousel, or crafting the perfect email… and then what? You move on to the next thing, leaving all that hard work behind, never fully tapping into the power of repurposing content to make it work harder for you.

But what if I told you there’s a way to make that content work harder for you?

That’s where repurposing content comes in. It’s not just about saving time (although that’s a huge bonus), it’s about stretching the life of your content so it reaches more people across different platforms. Because let’s face it — not everyone is seeing your content the first time around.

Ready to make your content hustle for you? Let’s dive into what repurposing content really means, why it’s a game-changer, and how you can do it right.

Why Repurposing Content Is the Secret to Consistency

Did you know that 60% of marketers create at least one piece of content every day? (Source) That’s a lot of time and energy spent on creating — but what happens to that content after it’s published?

Most of the time, it gets buried. And that’s a missed opportunity.

Repurposing content allows you to take that blog post you spent hours on and turn it into:

An engaging email newsletter

Pinterest pins that drive traffic

Social media posts (hello, Instagram!)

Quick video snippets for Reels or TikToks

The best part? You’re not starting from scratch.

How to Repurpose Content (Without Feeling Repetitive)

You might be thinking: But won’t my audience get bored if I keep sharing the same thing?

Nope. The key is to present the content in different ways that feel fresh and relevant for each platform. Here’s how I personally love to repurpose my content:

I like to start out with a long-form blog post — it’s the foundation of everything. Once I’ve got that cornerstone piece, I create multiple Pinterest pins to drive long-term traffic (because Pinterest is a goldmine for evergreen content!). After that, I send out a newsletter to my email list, sharing the main takeaways and inviting them to dive deeper. And finally — the cherry on top — I turn that content into a few social media posts.

If you have a business, you know creating content can feel like a full-time job. You pour your heart into writing that blog post, designing that Instagram carousel, or crafting the perfect email… and then what? You move on to the next thing, leaving all that hard work behind, never fully tapping into the power of repurposing content to make it work harder for you.

But what if I told you there’s a way to make that content work harder for you?

That’s where repurposing content comes in. It’s not just about saving time (although that’s a huge bonus), it’s about stretching the life of your content so it reaches more people across different platforms. Because let’s face it — not everyone is seeing your content the first time around.

Ready to make your content hustle for you? Let’s dive into what repurposing content really means, why it’s a game-changer, and how you can do it right.

Why Repurposing Content Is the Secret to Consistency

Did you know that 60% of marketers create at least one piece of content every day? (Source) That’s a lot of time and energy spent on creating — but what happens to that content after it’s published?

Most of the time, it gets buried. And that’s a missed opportunity.

Repurposing content allows you to take that blog post you spent hours on and turn it into:

An engaging email newsletter

Pinterest pins that drive traffic

Social media posts (hello, Instagram!)

Quick video snippets for Reels or TikToks

The best part? You’re not starting from scratch.

How to Repurpose Content (Without Feeling Repetitive)

You might be thinking: But won’t my audience get bored if I keep sharing the same thing?

Nope. The key is to present the content in different ways that feel fresh and relevant for each platform. Here’s how I personally love to repurpose my content:

I like to start out with a long-form blog post — it’s the foundation of everything. Once I’ve got that cornerstone piece, I create multiple Pinterest pins to drive long-term traffic (because Pinterest is a goldmine for evergreen content!). After that, I send out a newsletter to my email list, sharing the main takeaways and inviting them to dive deeper. And finally — the cherry on top — I turn that content into a few social media posts.

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