
Ask
Ryan Levesque
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Uncover the secret to understanding your customers' needs, build a loyal fan base, and elevate your business to new heights with this innovative online strategy.
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Key points
01The Ask Formula is about asking your customers what they need and making money from their answers
Imagine you're running a skincare business. You've got a range of products, but you're not quite sure what your customers are really after. You could guess, or you could use a clever strategy to find out directly from them. This strategy is called the Ask Formula, and it's all about asking the right questions. Picture this: instead of assuming what your customers want, you ask them. You might say, "Hey, what's your biggest skincare worry?" or "What are you hoping to get out of your skincare routine?" The answers to these questions will give you a crystal-clear image of what your customers are after. This means you can tailor your products and your marketing to meet their specific needs. Now, you might be thinking, "I can't chat with every single customer!" And you're right. But here's the cool part: you don't have to. You can automate this process. Use online surveys, email campaigns, or social media polls. This not only saves you time, but it also lets you reach more people and gather more data. Once you've got all these responses, you can dig into the data. Look for patterns and trends. For instance, if a lot of people say they're looking for anti-aging products, you can focus on promoting your anti-aging range or even create new products to meet this demand. The ultimate aim of the Ask Formula is to create a crowd of super fans and repeat customers. By figuring out exactly what your customers want and giving it to them, you boost customer satisfaction and loyalty. This leads to repeat purchases and positive word-of-mouth referrals, which can seriously boost your business's profits. In a nutshell, the Ask Formula is a powerful tool for any business wanting to really understand their customers. By asking the right questions and acting on the answers, you can create products and services that your customers genuinely want, leading to increased sales and customer loyalty.
02Don't guess what your customers want, ask them instead
In the world of business, it's easy to fall into the trap of thinking we know exactly what our customers want. But, as Ryan Levesque points out, this can often lead to a mismatch between what we're offering and what our customers actually desire. Let's take a look at a typical online business model. A potential customer clicks on an ad, lands on a page where they're asked for their name and email in exchange for a freebie, then they're directed to a sales page and finally a checkout page. Once they've made a purchase, they get a confirmation message. It's a one-size-fits-all approach. But what if we could tailor this process to better suit our customers' needs? That's where Levesque's survey funnel strategy comes in. It's a four-step process that involves different types of surveys to really get to know your customers. First, there's the deep dive survey. This is all about getting into the nitty-gritty of what your customer wants and needs. Then there's the micro-commitment bucket survey, which helps you categorize your customers based on their responses. The do you hate me survey is a chance for customers to give feedback and point out areas where you could improve. And finally, the pivot survey helps you adjust your business strategy based on the feedback you've received. By ditching assumptions and really listening to what your customers want, you can avoid offering products or services that don't hit the mark. This can lead to more sales and happier customers. And this isn't just theory. Levesque's Ask Formula, which includes the survey funnel strategy, has been used to generate over three million contacts with prospects and over 200,000 customers across 23 different markets, raking in over $100 million. It's a testament to the power of understanding and meeting customer needs.

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03Use a deep dive survey to find out the real problems your customers are facing
04Ask your customers questions to figure out what group they belong to and how you can help them
05Use what your customers tell you to offer them a paid solution that fits their needs
06When writing emails to customers, keep it simple, clear, and engaging
07Conclusion
About Ryan Levesque
Ryan Levesque is a renowned marketing expert and business consultant, best known for his "Ask Method". He has been featured in media outlets like CNBC, Yahoo Finance, and The Miami Herald. Levesque has also been recognized as the #1 national best-selling author in the USA.