44. Repurposing testimonials: clever ways to boost conversions and retention

Shelley Hitz, founder of Christian Book Academy and Retention Lab Incubator member, submitted a brilliant question: “What should I actually do with all the member testimonials I’ve collected?” This bite-sized episode breaks down exactly how to repurpose, categorize, and embed testimonials across your funnel, from the first touchpoint to retention and affiliate advocacy.

Whether you’ve got a few nice words or full-blown case studies, this episode gives you a strategic framework to finally make your testimonials work harder.

What we cover:

• Why not all testimonials are created equal (and which ones to use where)
• How to categorize feedback by funnel stage and format
• Strategic ways to plug testimonials into your sales, onboarding, and retention workflows
• Creative use cases you might not have thought of: like email takeovers, milestone trackers, and lead magnets built on member wins
• How to start now even if all you’ve got is a spreadsheet full of snippets

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