Funnels fail not at the start but between steps — this episode shows you how to fix funnel leaks and convert more leads.
Most business owners don’t have a lead generation problem — they have a follow-up, nurture, or conversion problem. If your marketing stops at the click, you don’t have a funnel… you’ve got a leaky pipe.
In this episode, I share how to fix the gaps that are costing you clients. You’ll learn how to follow up faster, nurture smarter, and use tools like ManyChat and Meta’s AI messaging to boost conversions without losing the human touch.
✅ What You’ll Learn in This Episode- Why most funnels fail between the steps, not at the start
- The 5 most common leak points — and how to fix them
- How to use AI messaging + automation to support (not replace) your strategy
- Real client examples: VanLife DIY Fitouts, Cloud Coders, financial services
- The one shift that makes automation a competitive advantage in 2025
- Why nurture and follow-up matter more than chasing “more leads”
- “Visibility gets attention, but nurture builds trust.”
- “If your marketing ends at the opt-in, you don’t have a funnel — you have a guessing game.”
- “AI can accelerate connection, but it can’t replace strategy or human relevance.”
00:00 – Introduction: Identifying the real problem 01:10 – The importance of follow-up and nurture 03:17 – Building effective funnels 06:46 – Leveraging AI and automation 09:39 – Practical tips for immediate improvement 12:29 – Conclusion: Humanising your marketing
Most businesses don’t need more leads. They need better systems to nurture and convert the leads they already have.
If you’re ready to stop wasting opportunities and want a funnel that works end-to-end, Marketing Leap can help. 👉 Book your VIP Intensive: 90-Day Content Roadmap → marketingleap.net/vip-planning
About The Host: Leanne Cohens is the Digital Success Coach and owner of the agency Marketing LEAP. With over 25 years of experience as a marketer and over 30 years as a business owner, Leanne helps entrepreneurs grow their businesses through proven marketing strategies.
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