That’s right, I need your help guys. Here’s my problem: If you look at the header atop this page there is one glaring weakness (And no, it’s not the goofy guy standing next to the AWESOME Lion). The problem, if you take your eyes to the upper left hand side of the page, is that there’s a large, empty black space. Do you see it? Yep, nothing there at all. But that’s about to change, and I’m calling in the infantry(that’d be YOU) to assist me with the challenge. And what is the challenge? Well, if you guessed that I needed a ‘tagline’, then you were right. Well done.
A ‘Tagline’, for those of you unfamiliar, is defined in Wiki as:
“a variant of a branding slogan typically used in marketing materials and advertising. The idea behind the concept is to create a memorable phrase that will sum up the tone and premise of a brand or product or to reinforce the audience’s memory of a product.”
For quite some time I’ve known that I was lacking in the tagline department, but I decided to actually wait until two important events had transpired:
1. I had a killer community
2. I had a clue as to who I was as a writer
You see, I don’t know if it’s possible for first time bloggers to come right out the gates clearly defining their brand identity. As many of you know, this blog started off much more ‘sales’ oriented. I wasn’t dabbling nearly as much with subjects like blogging, content, personal development, small business, branding, etc.
But as time went on, passion and inspiration touched me on multiple occasions, and so the subjects of the blog diversified into what it has become today.
Successful Taglines
Most successful bloggers come up with their own tagline. In fact, here are some blogs with their corresponding taglines that I find to be excellent:
Alex from The BridgeMaker: Simple Paths to Positive Change
Danny Brown: The Human Side of Media and the Social Side of Marketing
Frank Jennings from A Spark Starts: Life Changing Inspiration
John Falchetto from Expat Life Coach: Abroad but not alone
Bryan Thompson from Elevation Life: You: Unlimited, Unsilenced, Unleashed
Shoe Money: Skills to Pay the Bills
SEO Book: Learn, Rank, Dominate
Troy Claus: Marketing and Branding the Right Way
Brankica from Live Your Love: How to Blog Like a Star
Jason from Skyward: A Blog about Growth!
Eugene at Reality Burst: Reality Creation through Net Domination
So as I’ve been thinking about taglines, I figured why not ask my community? Why not allow the people that come to this blog, week in and week out, to help me fill in that black space in the upper left?
I Need Your Help
This is why I need your help, each and every one of you. As you’ve probably noticed, this blog is solely meant to give back to you, the reader. But today, I’m asking for more. I need your help, and it would mean a lot to me.
So whether you comment on this blog all the time or have never left on word under an article, I’d ask you to consider the following:
1. Knowing what you know about me and The Sales Lion blog, what would be a fitting tagline in your opinion?
2. If you’re not sure of a tagline, but you do know of certain words that should be included, what would be those word(s)?
Please don’t be embarrassed or at all hesitant to leave your thoughts below. There are no wrong answers here. And again, whether you can think of an entire tagline or just one or two words, that’s great.
C’mon folks, let’s let the magic of community do its thing and have some fun in the process. What say you?? 
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The Sales Lion- Effective sales strategies for growing businesses
Hey Dan,
I like the mention of “effective sales strategies.” I hadn’t thought of that one!
Christina
Christina Crowe´s last [type] ..Goals and Achievements – April 2011
Hey Dan, thanks for being the first one to chime in here bud. Really appreciate it.
we put the roar into your sales ! . i also told pentairs marketing company to get in touch with you about your blogs because you rock!
Hey Gari
Love the passion in that tagline, and thanks so much for mentioning me to Pentair. We use all of their stuff and I have a hard enough time just seeing my rep once in a blue moon 
Thanks for the comment and really appreciate your kind words!
Hey Marcus,
Do you mean the black space next to the lion (that’s the only black space I see)?
If so, I think a short and sweet tagline would look really nice underneath the blog title (The Sales Lion), rather than next to the actual lion itself. You can simply move the title text up a tiny bit to make more room if you need to, but humans usually read left to right, and I don’t think it would make much sense for the reader to read the tagline first and then the title. Know what I mean?
As for tagline ideas, I’ve been struggling with the same thing over on my blog – Cash Campfire has went through a series of tagline changes over the past year, so I’m not sure how helpful I will be when helping you choose a tagline, though I’ll try. ^_^
Here are a few suggestions that come to mind (at least, the best ones I could think of!):
The Sales Lion: Where Dignity and Honor come together for Thriving Businesses
The Sales Lion: Where Dignity and Honor Create Success
The Sales Lion: Ferocious Tips for Business Domination
The Sales Lion: Royal Guidance for a Better Brand and a Fulfilling Life
The Sales Lion: Writing with Heart, Blogging with Soul
The Sales Lion: Where Your Business Kingdom Can Dominate with Integrity
In any case, I think the lion should play some type of role in the tagline. For example, what does the lion mean to you?
Make that meaning come to life in the tagline.
I went ahead and looked up various symbolic meanings of lions, and came up with the site below. This is what I used as a framework for most of the above tagline suggestions.
http://www.whats-your-sign.com/symbolic-meaning-of-lions.html
Sorry if I’m not much help!
Christina
Christina Crowe´s last [type] ..Goals and Achievements – April 2011
Nice suggestions Christina, I really like #3 and #6.
Davina K. Brewer´s last [type] ..For love of the writing
Thanks, Davina.
It was a good try anyway.
Christina
Christina Crowe´s last [type] ..Goals and Achievements – April 2011
I agree with Davina Christina! I can’t think of one and you came up with six!?
I know who to contact when I’m looking for one!
Lori
Lori Gosselin´s last [type] ..Are You Competitive
Hehe, glad you have faith in me Lori. But, honestly, I would be a terrible person to ask! I can barely think of potential taglines for my own blog – none that I’m especially happy with anyway!
Christina
Christina Crowe´s last [type] ..Goals and Achievements – April 2011
Christina – You have some AWESOME taglines!!!!
Bryan Thompson´s last [type] ..How Your Lack of Trust May Be Sabotaging Your Career and Relationships
Thanks Bryan.
Christina Crowe´s last [type] ..Goals and Achievements – April 2011
I don’t have any suggestions myself, but I’m really digging #3 there.
James M´s last [type] ..Merlin Mann- Scared Shitless
I love “Writing with Heart, Blogging with Soul”!
So do I – that one’s got my vote.
Danny @ Firepole Marketing´s last [type] ..No ice cream for you!
Aww, thanks Nikki.
I’m honored that you like one of my suggestions. ^_^
Christina
Christina Crowe´s last [type] ..Goals and Achievements – April 2011
Yep, you’re a smart cookie..!
Some good stuff here Christina.
I really like “Writing with Heart and Blogging with Soul” too.
Or another flavor to add to the mix could be something like:
“Empowering People through the Power of Community”
That is certainly happening right here everyday : )
Cheers Christina and Marcus!
Mark Harai´s last [type] ..Kick-Ass Blogging Series- unlockthedoornet – Stuart Mills
WOW! I love that one, Mark!
“Empowering People through the Power of Community” – I can totally see Marcus using that tagline on this blog.
You should win a gold medal for that one! It’s the best I’ve seen yet.
Christina
Christina Crowe´s last [type] ..Goals and Achievements – April 2011
Mark, this was a tremendous tagline– Empowering People through the Power of Community..and honestly, it could take the whole thing. I really feel like it encapsulates my feelings. Thanks bud.
Well Marcus, if you do use it, that would obviously be pretty cool… However, you have many great contributions to sort out here.
Jeez, did this make it easier or harder???
So many to wrap your mind around – haha!
Mark Harai´s last [type] ..Kick-Ass Blogging Series- unlockthedoornet – Stuart Mills
Wow Christina, talk about going above and beyond girl!! This was GREAT. I really love the suggestions, especially the ‘writing with heart blogging with soul’….very cool and you were so incredibly kind to put so much effort into this.
You are wayyyy talented girl, I feel like I’ve got a branding consultant helping me out with this!
Thanks for rockin Christina!!!
No problem, Marcus! I’m happy to help out an old friend.
And aww, you’re too kind for sure.
Keep on being awesome!
Christina
BTW, you’re right Christina, I’ll shift everything over when I do this and put it under the main title. GREAT point.
Keep it simple, bro.
Motivation & tips so you sell more, more often
Jeff Molander´s last [type] ..How Avaya makes Twitter sell-Successfully aligning sales with marketing
You got it Jeff. Thanks for stoppin by bud.
Agreeing simplicity is key, I disagree Marcus needs a tagline at all. It’s one thing if there weren’t 70+ comments on this article. But there are.
The Sales Lion is enough of a tag.
Ari Herzog´s last [type] ..Why the Right is Wrong
Thanks for that point Ari. A few others have made it as well and it has certainly got me thinking.
Have a great week man.
Marcus
I agree with Christina’s suggestion of putting the tag under “The Sales Lion” and sliding the design over to the left so that there isn’t a black space next to the lion. It’s stronger to link the tag with your blog name and it looks like it should fit there naturally.
I also agree with Christina that the tag should subtly allude to the lion reference for continuity. I will gnaw on this one a bit and let you know if I come up with something to share.
Rachel
Hey Rachel, and thanks so very much for chiming in here with your thoughts. Yes, I’m going to put it under the title based on Christina’s great suggestion. As for the tagline, I’m still chewing on all of the great ideas that have come in.
Appreciate your support Rachel!
The Sales Lion – Roar for More!
(or Roar for Moar – TheOatmeal style)
Seriously now, The Sales Lion – Sales Tips and Business Advice for Social Media Entrepreneurs. (go with something which has SEO value as well)
Cheers!
Constantin Gabor´s last [type] ..History of Headlines – Funny Drawing Before and After Ogilvy
Ha, good one Constantin
Thanks so much for chiming in with a suggestion, really, really appreciate it man.
Have a great one!
Marcus
Hi Marcus
I think the tagline should go under the Sales Lion too. Not be separate, so as soon as someone clicks over to your blog, they see the whole and there’s no black space.
I’m sure you will figure or get someone to do it for you, so that it all stands out and shows what you stand for. I love the Sales Lion and sorry don’t have anything to add.
If I come up with anything will be back to say what it is. Your brand is definitely getting recognised and well known round the blogosphere from what I can see in my Twitter stream
Will be interesting to see what you decide on.
Patricia Perth Australia
Patricia@lavender-oil´s last [type] ..The Clue’s in the Lavender Brew
Kind, kind words Patricia, I really appreciate it
Thanks for the feedback on where the tagline should go, a few other people have mentioned that too and so I’m going to put it under the title.
Keep smiling and thanks for all your support
Marcus
Marcus, great idea here!
And, to be honest, this post hit a soft spot with me. I’ve went back and forth so many times thinking I needed a tag line immediately. Our friend Marlee has given me some great help in this area, but still at the end of the day, after putting in serious thought the connection wasn’t complete. I think what I’ve worked with in the past was right..but it wasn’t complete.
I think I’m now getting closer in line with what complete is…what The Hustler’s Notebook will is about. It’s taken me a long time and I’ve always felt a bit of the pressure to have a tagline, but each time I picked something I felt like it didn’t represent the entire scope. So this post says to me…there’s no rush – when the time is right…the time is right! Thank you for that.
Enough about me!
I admit, I’m terrible with these taglines. But if you need something cheesy, I’m your man for it!
I promise to provide some options as they come to mind. However, I want to provide quality, so I have to think on it.
I’ll be back within in the next 24 hours!
Jk Allen´s last [type] ..The Evolution of Competition- All About the People- Less About the Individual
Hustle, great to hear from you big man. You’ve done quite the great job with the branding part of your blog as is, so don’t sell yourself short buddy.
But I’m glad you can relate to my premise behind ‘the evolution of a tagline’. I’ve seen your blog change quite a bit over the past few months and I’m sure it will only continue to do so. Such is the tide of life and because of that we need a tagline, IMO, that will cover us for the different phases and directions we go in. Will it always be possible? No, but I still think we should try.
Keep doing your thing brother. Appreciate your constant support JK.
Marcus
Still thinking over here. I know I know, just come up with something already. If you were just anyone – I could. But you’re more than that. So I have to allow it to develop!
Jk Allen´s last [type] ..The Evolution of Competition- All About the People- Less About the Individual
Okay, here goes attempt numero uno:
The Sales Lion: Sales. Strategy. Answers.
I’ll be back when I think of more.
I like that one Joey. Succinct and strong.
Thanks for stopping by bud!
Marcus
Hey Bud,
First off, Christina is an amazing copywriter, did you read her taglines? I know people in ad agencies who would spend half a day in a brainstorm sessions with all their creative department to come up with that kind of gold.
As much as others can give you ideas and certainly some great insights on how you are perceived, I think your tagline is something personal. It’s really the essence of who you are and what you do. I can tell you how I perceive you but I’m sure as hell ain’t going to tell you who you are
john Falchetto´s last [type] ..Images in social media
Christina is amazing, isn’t she John? That girl can put out some serious information.
I really, really appreciate what you’ve said about ‘the lion’, and about me John. You’ve made me really think about this, and what it all means.
You’re simply one of the best JF.
Marcus
Still thinking Marcus. Not so much a tagline really but freethinking about this, taglines usually hit on 2-3 things and not always sure why that’s a magic number, probably because 4 would be too many. YOUR 3 things, FWIW:
1) Lion. King of Jungle. Powerful. Strong. Fighter (but it’s the lioness that does the hunting.) Roar. Dominance. Leadership.
2) Sales. Numbers. Customers. Networks. Business. Marketing. Results.
3) YOU. Marcus. Smart, hard-working, passionate, real, relatable, gets it. Content. Perspective. Insight. Support. Community.
John is absolutely right about perception. There is what others already think of you, what you think of yourself and your blog and what you WANT others to think of your and your blog, what you need to project for continued growth and success.
In the words of the Governator, I’ll be back. Now to come up with a silly tweet for this.
Davina K. Brewer´s last [type] ..For love of the writing
I loved how you worded this Davina. Very flattering and kind, really made me feel pretty good. As you mentioned, it’s one thing for me to assume what others think of me, and then it’s another to actually here them tell it…So thanks for being so dang awesome.
Marcus
Marcus,
How dare you ask something of your readers instead of continuing to give selflessly?
I am expecting Ingrid to stop by any moment now with a Mufasa comment and a dialogue filled with zoo animals to break out. So you should definitely find out what the licensing costs for “Mufasa” are.
I think you should do something that plays off the whole “lion” thing. Something along the lines of “Tips to survive in the Business Jungle”. Or something like that. Although lions don’t live in jungles. They live in savannas. Not as catchy. Why are lions called kings of jungle in the first place???
Eugene´s last [type] ..Creating Your Reality Business- Chosing Your Business
Haha Eugene! Yeah, that Griddy certainly has done quite the job with branding me as Mufasa….not sure if it’s a blessing or a curse really
Anyway, you bring up a good question that I don’t think I can answer– Lions really don’t live in jungles…Hmmm, that’s a toughy Eugene
Thanks for stopping by man. Your comments give me quite the smile.
Marcus
Hey Marcus, great idea to ask the community to pitch in with this!
I agree with what Davina and others who have expressed that the site isn’t really just about sales – it’s about community, and growing online and offline businesses.
Given that, I’d leave out stuff strictly about online, and I’d also leave out stuff like “domination” – it sounds too aggressive, and I don’t think it’s very congruent with your style.
How about something like this: “Business: smart, with a lion’s heart.”
Danny @ Firepole Marketing´s last [type] ..No ice cream for you!
Hey Danny,
I agree – I was a bit hesitant about putting “domination” in there, but I figured I’d just keep it if only for variety.
I love “lion’s heart” by the way. When I read that phrase, I think of Aslan from the Narnia series.
Christina
Christina Crowe´s last [type] ..Goals and Achievements – April 2011
It has the same association for me! I think for our friend Marcus, the mane fits…
Danny @ Firepole Marketing´s last [type] ..No ice cream for you!
I agree with your takes here Danny. Although the site is ‘Lion’ centric, it’s not about domination, and yes, it’s clearly more about community. Your tagline is a very good one, and I very much appreciate you taking the time to come up with one bud.
Thanks for all your support man.
Marcus
I was thinking if you needed filler, you could put my mug up there too now that we are pals and we could have two goofy guys and a lion………….
I’m not as creative as some of these folks, so I will ‘vote’ on the suggestions I have seen and like Davina, I like #6 from Christina’s recommendations. And equal share, equal vote I also like Joey Strawn’s contribution.
If I’m struck by a blinding flash of brilliance and something comes to me I will return. In the meantime, stay away from the ‘invisible blogger’………that’s all mine!
Bill Dorman´s last [type] ..What is that smell
Sweet Bill, two ugly mugs like ours would certainly have a branding impact….for better of for worse
And good luck with ‘invisible blogger’, I think you might be on to something with that one
Marcus
Hi Marcus,
You are going to have a hard time chosing your tagline, because wow, you got a lot of great ones to chose from.
I would focus on content, trust, and people and mix them up into something cool.
I am going to think about it some more and get back to you tomorrow. It’s too late here in Norway in order for me to be creative
Jens P. Berget´s last [type] ..The mystery of consciousness in business
You’re right Jens, this has not proven to be easy at all. Lots of great people supplying great ideas, many of which are excellent fits for the site. Frankly, I’m just jazzed up so many have bothered to help….extremely grateful to you for stopping by Jens.
Marcus
Hey Marcus!
This is fun and right up my alley, but I want to think on it a bit. I really enjoyed Christina’s The Sales Lion: Ferocious Tips for Business Domination. I think I’d fill it though so that it reads something like.
The Sales Lion: Ferocious Tips for Dominating Business & Life
On a side note, you are TOTALLY right. It’s very hard for a blogger to come out of the gates with a hard an fast tagline, so it’s great that you made room for this opportunity.
I’ll be baaack!
Marlee´s last [type] ..Radical Marketing- The Second Element – Where Persuasion & Understanding Intersect
I love the little tweak, Marlee! If I were to choose one of the two, “Ferocious Tips for Dominating business & Life” would be right up my alley.
Can’t wait to see your suggestions!
Christina
Christina Crowe´s last [type] ..Goals and Achievements – April 2011
Hey Marlee, always so great to see my rockin video queen
Yes, it is hard to come right out the gates with a tagline. Frankly, I’m shocked most can even do it, because the majority of blogs that I’ve witnessed from the beginning change quite a bit with time.
Thanks for you excellent suggestion as well Marlee and have a wonderful week!!
Marcus
Marcus, first off – thanks for the shout-out (again)! I appreciate it and the kind words!
Second, I don’t know that I can compete with some of the fantastic freaking taglines these other commenters have made. So NO PRESSURE to use these (in fact, if you’re going for the best, I think Christina Crowe has it MADE at the top of this list!)
So here goes:
The Sales Lion – Where Blogging Meets Passion
The Sales Lion – Success through Value
The Sales Lion – it’s not just for pools anymore.
I particularly think the last one is winning.
Bryan Thompson´s last [type] ..How Your Lack of Trust May Be Sabotaging Your Career and Relationships
Aww, thanks Bryan! I’m blushing!
I absolutely LOVE your tagline – “Where Blogging Meets Passion” though. Because that’s exactly what Marcus does; he blogs with passion and genuinely cares about his audience.
The last tagline is also pretty catchy.
Christina
Christina Crowe´s last [type] ..Goals and Achievements – April 2011
Awww, thanks Christina, you know how to make a guy feel good I tell ya!!
Haha Bryan, that made me laugh– It’s not just for pools anymore ….Tis true my friend, it certainly ain’t about the pools anymore, just like it’s not about the wine anymore for Gary V, ya know what I mean man?
Thanks for the great ideas and all your support Bryan. Have a great week bud.
Marcus
To begin with Marcus, I have certain questions you must answer:
1) What do you want this blog to REALLY be about now, today?
You see, personally, when I came here the first day, I thought I was coming to learn about sales and met you writing about Tristan and his blog why he could go as wide as he choice to talk about any topic besides blogging, remember?
So, the same issue is arising today, the name you have chosen suggests something to your readers or prospective readers and when you don’t focus on living up to that name, it becomes very confusing for your community.
So the beginning I think, before any suggestion is to define your niche. Are you going to continue writing about sales or you want to totally change the niche of this blog? If you want to write about blogging, then maybe the name of the site needs a change. If you want to write about selling online, then maybe the contents you share will neglect the traditional sales force in organizations. selling online since we don’t see, is not the same as selling real life.
These are my own observations and I think, they definitely need clarification.
What is this blog going to be about: Sales or blogging, social media, personal development etc.
Your tag line will resonate from your niche. And once you do have one, you must stick to it. You are stretching your focus and that is what I suggest we address first.
Define your interest!
Tito Philips, Jnr.´s last [type] ..The TWO Kinds Of Business- Which ONE Are You Building
I appreciate your well thought out comment here Tito. In this day and age, Sales is Marketing, and sales comes from great content, blogging, business, etc. For me, the word ‘sales’ encompasses anything to do with business, as no business exists without that magical 4-letter word.
Notwithstanding, ‘The Sales Lion’ has become it’s own brand by this point. Even though I yap about a variety of things like sales, business, content, marketing, blogging, self improvement– The Lion and I have become pretty inseparable. When it comes down to it, anything can become branded, in my opinion.
But as far as the tagline is concerned, I’ve put this out to the community because they are the ones that read my stuff, week in and week out. They have their own ‘view’ as to what this blog really is (despite whatever I may think myself) and this survey has truly helped me see where they’re coming from much, much better.
Again, thanks for stopping in Tito. Have a tremendous week.
Marcus
Relevant Content-Engaged Marketing
Joe´s last [type] ..Joe’s Videos
Good one Joe, thanks for sharing bud!
Hey there, my friend,
The energy that I feel when I read your informative posts is one of giving. You want us to go from where we ARE to where we want to be.. Whatever and wherever that is. It’s different for each of us. I never get the feeling from you that you suggest we do it YOUR way. but really in the spirit of altruism.. “As you give.. so shall you receive.” (wink)
You want your tagline to pull you in. Make you feel like you understand where we are and that your only intention is to help. (I am positive you already know this)
The tagline for Married to a chef is :Support for the restaurants main dish! – Support = what i’m offering in many different ways and to whom? the restaurants main dish = significant others in the restaurant industry.
I guess what I’m attempting to say is there probably is a formula to this… so that it doesn’t take up too much energy.
With all that said.. one suggestion for your tagline is:
“The Sales Lion – Breaking it down to Build it better” (could be literal or figurative – and it could mean pools as well)
**I also really liked Bryan Thompsons last suggestion as well: It’s not about pools anymore.” and Christinas using the word Ferocious.
xo!
Kerilyn, you are a sweetheart and such a dependable old friend, I’m really glad you stopped in here. And because you understand me so well, you nailed it with this statement:
You want your tagline to pull you in. Make you feel like you understand where we are and that your only intention is to help. (I am positive you already know this)
You could not have been any more right with this statement KL. That’s my goal>> To Help. That’s why I right, and it’s my greatest desire.
You rock lady, hope you’re happy and doing well.
Hey Marcus,
I am a little crazier than most and couldn’t help but think of the wizard of oz and other nutty stuff. You are ultra talented and write some great blogs. I am knew at all this and agree, Christina is The Bomb ! Dam, she”s got some wonderful ideas. Here are mine:
“I’m not LION, it’s time to start TRYIN”
“Roaring with Solutions”
“All it takes is HEART and NERVE”
“From the heart of a Lion”
Stop LION aroun, it’s time to ROAR !
Let the King of the jungle Inspire you !
Al, you may be new at all of this, but you’ve offered some very creative taglines here man, enough to make even Christina proud
Appreciate your creativity and you’ve really given me quite the smile. Much thanks!!
Marcus
How about, “Inbound Marketing with a Bite!”
Matt Mansfield´s last [type] ..Learn about Getting Started with E-Commerce on SmallBizChat – 4-13
Not a bad one at all Matt, love it man!! Thanks bud.
What a fabulous reach out Marcus, really inspring to be able to add input. Here’s a couple to chew over (sorry couldn’t resist that)
‘Business with Pride, Marketing with Bite’
‘Bite Size Marketing for Big Business Ideas’
‘Leading the pack in the business jungle’
‘King of the trade tribe’
‘The hunter in business best’
Some fab ideas already Marcus but there’s so many great things to say about The Sales Lion gosh knows how you’ll find one super tagline. But, if anyone can, you can!
John Sherry´s last [type] ..If You Could Be Anyone Who Would It Be
I knew you’d come up with some great taglines, and you clearly did John. You’re awesome brother and your support here always makes my day.
Have a wonderful week across the pond.
Marcus
Jet Aircraft to Rocket: Why are you always running so fast?
Rocket: When your backside is on fire, you too will run as fast.
The same is the case when a lion is set among a herd of gazelle. The normally sweet, soft and not always fired up gazelle can feel the heat in their backside and see how they run when a lion is anywhere near them. The normal sales people should also be fired up likewise when the sales lion is among them. I think this thought must be conveyed by the tagline here. Lion is king, leader etc. He leads the other animals in the jungle. He fires up the team. I have not yet hit upon the words but this is what I think must be conveyed by the tagline.
The Sales Lion – “set him among your team” (the words here need refinement / polish)
Sanjeev Sharma@Random Raves & Rants of Sanjeev´s last [type] ..Rape & Women’s Dressing
Sanjeev, this was some great insight man, and I really like your approach– the sense of leading others, getting others excited. Yes, that’s certainly what I try to achieve here.
Your input is greatly appreciated sir!!
Marcus
The Sales Lion: Marketing Strategies for the Jungle
The Sales Lion: Ferocious Strategies for Financial Success
The Sales Lion: Dominate the Marketing Jungle
The Sales Lion: Marketing Strategies. Heart and Mind
The Sales Lion: Create the Vision.
The Sales Lion: Marketing Insight in the Jungle
The Sales Lion: Integrity. Strategy. Vision.
Diana´s last [type] ..italy- its simple lessons 3 opening doors
I like these Diana, esp. the “dominate the marketing jungle.” I’d almost mix it up and be “marketing strategies to dominate the sales jungle” or something like that.
Davina K. Brewer´s last [type] ..A New Blog Post- Must Be Thursday
Diana, love this list and love it when your smiling avatar makes a trip on over here.
Hope you’re doing well across the pond there and that your blog continues to grow as you’d want it to.
Big smiles,
Marcus
Hey Marcus – I agree that something to do with lions would be good and I love the whole Aslan connection – courage, wisdom and sacrificing self for others. But on your About page you already summed it up – “best dang marketing, business, and life-success blog on the internet” (I removed the s from blog). So how to combine all that? Modifying my favorite suggestion thus far (#3 from Christina), how about something like The Sales Lion: Ferocious Tips for Marketing, Business and Life Success?
Crystal´s last [type] ..Less Stuff- More Life
Crystal, you’ve done quite well with this….Thank you!! Love the idea and love how many people are pulling together here to come up with some incredible ideas.
Your support is awesome Crystal, have a wonderful week!!
Marcus
Mufasa – Enter the Den! Get it? get it?
or
I pity the fool that touches my pool! get it? get it?
or
Ferocious Sales and Swimming Lessons (pfffff)
Muwahahaha
Okay – I’ll be back with a more serious tone and less r…d ideas
. Oh and by the way – way to call on your COMMUNITY for help!
Ingrid Abboud´s last [type] ..Bring IT! What is Your Blog Posting Schedule A Chance to Promote Yourself
I pity the fool that touches my pool ….Well if you’re not the biggest RR on Earth I don’t know who is Ms. Griddy
Seriously, you’ve given me quite the laugh and you know how much I appreciate your input….which is why I brought this up to you in the first place
Thanks for all you have done for this blog. Hope your week is a wonderful one.
Love this challenge
King of the Digital Jungle
Beware of ROI
Learn Inspire Opportunity Niche
Where results are a commodity
Focusing on the MANE objectives
More to come
Troy
“Mane” objectives. Nicely punned Troy.
Davina K. Brewer´s last [type] ..A New Blog Post- Must Be Thursday
Beware of ROI…Nice Troy, well done bud.
Have a great one bud and thanks for helping me here, as you always do.
Marcus
Finally, here’s mine:
sharing passion & building trust through content
But, seriously, I think the one from Christina is the best one:
Writing with Heart, Blogging with Soul
Jens P. Berget´s last [type] ..The mystery of consciousness in business
Thanks for stopping by again Jens. You’re awesome bud. Yeah, I’ve got strong feelings for Christina’s as well. It’s really beautifully said, isn’t it?
Success with Integrity
Hunting Success with Passion
Two more great ones….Thank you Diana..Again!!
Marcus, have you been reading my thoughts? Seriously, I’ve been thinking about a tagline for Unlock The Door for a couple of days now, and then I read this! Spooky
I’ll send you an e-mail so we can talk more about it, but I’ve got a lot of ideas for both you and me
Stuart´s last [type] ..BE
Thanks for the email you sent bud, and thanks for all your support as well. It’s really, really appreciated.
Marcus
Glad to add my 2 cents, my friend!
Kudos for the awesome support from your community! You REALLY do get!
Christina is one awesome act to follow! Well done, Christina!!!
& herewith some notions off the top of my head…
Listen to the Lion ROAR!
Hear the Lion ROAR!
Learn to ROAR like the Lion!
Learn to ROAR like a Lion!
Unleash the ROARING Lion within yourself!
Oh, btw, I grew up in Africa and am very familiar with the roar of real lions! And Marcus, you really know how to ROAR! You can have my expert knowledge on that! Any time you want to talk about Lions, I’ll be there!
Bless you for continuing to be as inspirational as you are! AAAaaargggghhhhh!
Dave, I tell ya man, this was one of the nicest things anyone could say to me. To know that I’m ‘roaring’ in my own way and at the same time inspiring others towards success pleases me to no end.
Thanks so much for this Dave and I hope you have a wonderful week my friend.
Marcus
Marcus,
I have a great one for you. All you have to do to get it is post a video of you in a lion costume roaring at random strangers on the street.
This tagline is so powerful that it will demand attention and I guarantee it will build you creditbility and maximize your blogging brand.
Here’s what a few people I have worked with have said about my taglines:
Mark G (made up person) “Frank’s advice about what tagline I should use has greatly changed the way I do business. He is a genius.”
Sally P (also made up) “I can’t believe how simple Frank’s advice was and how life changing the tips he gave has been in my blogging . I wouldn’t have been able to do it without him.”
Now here is your chance Marcus. With 10 easy payments of $99.99, you too can have a tagline that will change your life.
But wait!!! If you sign up now I will throw in 2 irrelevant comments on your blog and a free swim in your own pool.
Here’s my idea. The Sales Lion: _______ (drew a blank)
I will come back when I think of a great one for you.
You just consider that offer I gave you. lol!
Frank´s last [type] ..Don’t Die There
Frank, you get a 10+ for creativity my friend. Loved it man!!! And you’ve certainly brought a smile to my face, that’s for sure. Thanks for being such an awesome and supportive guy.
Marcus
I’m horrible with this as well Marcus. I did a rather generic one, or so I’ve been told recently. So mine needs work as well. You’ve received so many wonderful suggestions I really have nothing new to offer. Sorry about that! Can’t wait to see what you decide.
Best to you.
Adrienne
Adrienne´s last [type] ..Free Phone Tracking Solution
I agree Adrienne, there have been some amazing ideas thrown out here. I’m the luckiest guy on earth to have such a community of people who care. And regardless of whether you had one or not, I’m grateful for your comment.
Marcus
As a tagline how about: For those who want to ROAR through life!
Riley
Riley Harrison´s last [type] ..ARE YOU STUCK
Actually, I love that one Riley…Definitely in my top 5…Thanks so much for helping!!
Marcus
Yeah I love this one too! By the way, did you know Lions are the most social of all cats?! Ironic…I think not.
Marlee´s last [type] ..Radical Marketing- The Second Element – Where Persuasion & Understanding Intersect
G’Day Marcus,
You really are a glutton for punishment: or are you going for the record for “most comments on a blog” Oscar?
My favourite is the largest supermarket chain in Australia; Woolworths – “the fresh food people” They have nothing to do with the US Woolworth. Bear in mind that, in your average supermarket, about 70% of the stock isn’t “fresh.”
I know that it’s fashionable to talk about “taglines” and “branding” on the web. Call it what you like. It’s worthwhile remembering that your tagline- I prefer slogan- represents the essence of your market positioning. High-sounding, morally uplifting slogans may be great for churches, community and welfare groups. But for a commercial entity seeking to appeal to the broad community……?
A couple more of my favourites; “Volvo means safety” , BMW “the driving experience” and Nike , “just do it.” And dare I remind you that you need a clearly defined business focus and target market before you can effectively crete your tagline.
I also agree with other commenters about your MGM friend. If you intend to continue using that image you slogan must be consistent with that image. For instance, “the business blogging king” would be OK. Stuff about personal growth or sensitive client response would, I think , be in conflict with the lion image. The same comments apply to the words,”The Sales Lion.” You tagline must complement and support those words.
One final thought: Duke Ellington’s initial fame resulted from the fact that he played “Jungle Music.” Think about it.
Well…..you did ask…….
Regards
Leon
OK, I read the whole post and half the comments and scanned through the rest of the comments. So if someone already said this I apologize:
Ruling the online jungle!
By the way, thanks so much for the mention, I still think mine is not really that great
I wanna make it more shoot-ey, like I am, lol.
This is, by the way, awesome idea. No better thing than to ask peeps that read your blog, what they think about this.
Hope you get a really good one!
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Sharpy, great to hear from you lady and an excellent tagline you’ve come up with as well. There have been so many here I’m not sure what to do, but the participation from the community has been wonderful.
Oh, and thanks so much for mentioning me in your weekly review post– very kind of you lady!!
Thanks again,
Marcus
Marcus
I think the tag line should go under the sales lion as well.
I am horrible at writing copy but can recognize good copy!
The top two when I read through are
Mark Harai: “Empowering People through the Power of Community”
And Christina’s: Writing with Heart, Blogging with Soul
Best of Luck!
Rajka
PS. Tao of Twitter is downloaded to my kindle and have my gravatar, hopefully it appears with this comment.
Rajka Milanovic Galbraith´s last [type] ..Annual 2011 Girl’s Fashion- Health and Life Newsletter
Rajka, it’s funny you mention those two, because those are the EXACT two I think are atop my list. Can you think of a way to combine them?? Being that you and I think alike, I’d love to know your thoughts.
Thanks again!!!
Marcus
Marcus
Flattery will get you everywhere! Thank you kindly. If only I could think like you!
Here goes
1. Writing with Heart to Empower People
2. Empowering People by Blogging w/ Soul
3. Empowering People through writing with heart and blogging with soul
4. Empowering People by writing with heart.
As you can see none of the combos are as strong as each of the individual two!
My vote now is Mark Harai’s Empowering People Through the Power of Community!
Especially now as I have been involved in a few of your blogs banter: My hats off to you for creating such a community and for the community as you guys are all FAB!
Cheers,
Rajka
Rajka Milanovic Galbraith´s last [type] ..Annual 2011 Girl’s Fashion- Health and Life Newsletter
Said I’d be back Marcus, but still don’t have a crystal idea. I keep thinking:
Jungle = Marketplace which you’ve turned into a Community.
Lion = expertise, power, Leadership.
Sales = inbound marketing Results, by example. One of the strength of many of your posts are the real world examples you share.
Again, I go back to what YOU want to convey, are you branding yourself as an expert? Are you wanting to promote this blog as a community destination, since your goal is helping others? IDK.. I just since the name is SALES not sure you need that in there, some sort of “Marketing Prowess. Fierce Leadership. Real Results.” I’ll lurk back, see what other ideas you get. FWIW.
Davina K. Brewer´s last [type] ..A New Blog Post- Must Be Thursday
More stellar thoughts Davina. Loved the tagline at the bottom you just mentioned. Very cool.
Again, thanks for putting so much brain power in this
Marcus
You’re welcome. FWIW Ari makes a good point about simplicity, and whether or not you really need a tagline.. or if it’s just something you want. It’ll be interesting to see what you decide to use.
Davina K. Brewer´s last [type] ..A New Blog Post- Must Be Thursday
How about: “The Sales Lion – Effective Sales Strategies for The King in YOU”
or
“Sales Strategies by a LION – Inspiring, Motivating, best of all Effective!”
Dennis´s last [type] ..4 Questions Every Call Center Agent Should Ask Himself Before Quitting
Both great ideas Dennis…Thanks so much for commenting!!
Marcus
G’Day Marcus,
Just can’t help myself. Trawling through the ocean of comments, two more things occur to me;
* a tagline isn’t about you or your business or your blog: it’s about them, the prospect or client. The Woolworths supermarket slogan, “the fresh food people,” says to shoppers “you want fresh food; get it here.” It doesn’t matter that everyone knows that 70% of what they sell isn’t “fresh.” By inference, if their fresh food is “freshest,” their dry goods must also be “fresh.”
* why do you want a tagline? You already have one; “The Sales Lion.” It’s been enormously successful for you. You’ve built up a vast and enthusiastic audience with it. We, your readers, identify you with it. Why on earth would you want to change it? If you’re concerned about the space, fill it up with a picture of Samuel Goldwyn!
There’s a story about the founder of Wrigleys from the 1940s . He was asked why Wrigleys continued to spend a small fortune on advertising when they were not only market leaders but dominated their market with some 70% market share. His reply went something like, “If you were sitting in a Pullman car in an express train roaring across the desert at 80 miles an hour, would you uncouple the engine?”
OK. I was joking about Mr. G. But it occurs to me that you might be better served using that picture of your “cubs” instead of some waffly tagline.
It’s early on Sunday morning here in Sydney. I’m off to retreat to my Curmudgeonly Aussie bolthole to meditate about what Mr. Wrigley meant.
Seeyalaider
Regards
Leon
You’re one of the coolest guys on the planet Leon. I really mean that man. Have loved both of your comments>>> They’ve made me laugh out loud and think even harder….which is typical of one Leon Noone.
Take care my friend. Hope your retreat was a good one.
Marcus
Morning Marcus
So what do I know about TSL?
A young guy who knows about business.
Tons of energy and enthusiasm and never just never gives up.
That’s Marcus the businessman
What’s the other side.
A clue is in the RH sidebar – the Marcus clan.
Fanily man.
You’ve also posted about moral values – your account of the boy throwing a stone at you.
So that’s Marcus the man.
Put the two togethrer and my strap line is….
“The Sales Lion.
Committed to business.
Devoted to life.”
The two sides of TSL.
Cheers Marcus
Keith Davis´s last [type] ..Keep it short- keep it sharp
I LOVED this one Keith. Really, absolutely loved it, and if I don’t use it (based on so many great ones), I’ll be turning into a blog post, because the phrase is a beautiful one my friend, and it means a lot to me that you mentioned it here.
Thanks so much for all your support Keith.
Marcus
Like many others, absolutely loving Christina’s “blogging with soul” tagline, sums you up perfectly mate.
The one I had was “Because content is marketing” – but that pales besides Christina’s!
Good luck with the decision, bro’ – so many great examples already.
Danny Brown´s last [type] ..Success Stories and the Question of Scale
Thanks for your wisdom DB. I’ve been thinking a lot about Christina’s. It really is super. My only issue is that I want to include community somehow in the phrase. Hmmm, we’ll see.
Chat with you tomorrow mate,
Marcus
Hey Marcus,
Obviously don’t know you as well, but based on what others have suggested, and sticking to my own stubborn ways – where I believe a tagline should be short, sweet and in most cases – more memorable than the actual site name, I have come up with
“A Social Marketing Carnivore” or “A Social Branding Carnivore”
and as Danny said – Good luck LOL, there are some fantastic suggestions here
Alex´s last [type] ..A Headline Act That’s Easy to Follow
Hey Alex, thrilled you stopped by man, really appreciate your thoughts and ideas.
Hope you have an incredible week!
Marcus
Kudos to you, Marcus, for reaching out to your community!
“Small Biz Tips For King Size Results”
Melanie Kissell @SoloMompreneur´s last [type] ..Pasteurize Homogenize And Monetize
Thanks Melanie, I appreciate your kind words and love the tagline
Appreciate you support!!
Marcus
My treat, Marcus!
I’m so enamored and impressed with the engagement of your readership. You are to be commended.
Melanie
Melanie Kissell @SoloMompreneur´s last [type] ..Pasteurize Homogenize And Monetize
Whatever it is, it definitely has to evoke what you really stand for and what you mean to your readers.
To mean, I think that says that you have to include the words, or at least give the feeling that you’re talking about being, “meaningful,” “building a true connection to the consumer,” “providing the foundation for trust to emerge,” “not really about sales per se,” and….that’s what comes to mind so far. Best of luck, buddy!
Eric Pratum´s last [type] ..How I went from 70 to 1-400 subscribers in 60 days
Okay, I’m back. But I have to say, I’m usually pretty good at this and it was hard. SO…no frontin’ I cheated and focus on what you were working towards. Maybe these will spark some ideas fo ya!
Empowering Community With Heart & Soul
The Heart & Soul of An Empowered Community
Where People are Empowered Heart & Soul
Where Community Collides with Blogging Heart & Soul
Because sales is about community, connections, heart & soul
Marlee´s last [type] ..Radical Marketing- The Second Element – Where Persuasion & Understanding Intersect
(Psst: There should be a comma after “Attention” in the title.)
Hi Lauren. Yes, I’m sure you’re right. In fact, I’m the king of comma debauchery I’m sure. Maybe you need to come by more often and rid me of this curse
Have a nice weekend,
Marcus
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How about “Roaring Across the Internet” — or something that highlights the connection with the lion?
Phil Taylor´s last [type] ..Home updated
Hey Phil, that would have been an excellent idea! We were able to come up with the tagline (as now shown in the header) but I really appreciate you stopping by to share as well!
Have a great day,
Marcus
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