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<p>Marketing in human services isn’t about selling—it’s about&nbsp;<strong>storytelling, recruitment, and sustaining impact.</strong>&nbsp;Yet, for many agencies, marketing still feels like an afterthought or a luxury. That’s exactly why we hosted the&nbsp;<strong>Mastering Mission-Driven Marketing</strong>&nbsp;webinar with the&nbsp;<strong>Providers’ Council</strong>—to shift that mindset and show how marketing can work for you, even with limited resources.</p>

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<h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Key Takeaways from the Webinar</strong></h4>

<h6 class="wp-block-heading">1. <strong>Marketing Is Already Happening at Your Agency</strong></h6>

<p>Whether it’s a newsletter, a social post, or a recruitment campaign, you’re already marketing. The challenge is making it&nbsp;<strong>intentional, strategic, and effective.</strong></p>

<h6 class="wp-block-heading">2. <strong>Branding &amp; Storytelling Drive Recruitment</strong></h6>

<p>People don’t just apply for jobs—they apply to&nbsp;<strong>missions they connect with.</strong>&nbsp;Your website, social presence, and hiring materials all play a role in shaping that perception.</p>

<h6 class="wp-block-heading">3. A<strong><strong>I Can Save Time &amp; Amplify Your Impac</strong></strong>50</h6>

<p>AI isn’t about replacing human connection—it’s about&nbsp;<strong>automating tasks</strong>&nbsp;like content creation, donor outreach, and social media management so small teams can do more with less.</p>

<h6 class="wp-block-heading">4. <strong>You Need a Marketing Budget—Even if You Don’t Think You Have One</strong></h6>

<p>Sponsorships, swag, recruitment ads—it all counts. Tracking and reallocating these costs can make marketing a sustainable,&nbsp;<strong>mission-driven investment</strong>&nbsp;instead of an afterthought.</p>

<h6 class="wp-block-heading">5. <strong>Small Teams Can Compete with Big Budgets</strong></h6>

<p>A well-crafted story and the right digital tools can level the playing field.&nbsp;<strong>It’s not about spending more—it’s about spending smarter.</strong></p>

<h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Free Digital Downloads for Human Services Agencies</strong></h4>

<p>To help put these insights into action, we’re sharing&nbsp;<strong>three key resources</strong>&nbsp;to get you started:</p>

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<li><strong>AI Guide for Human Services</strong> - Get started using AI in your organization today with this quick start guide.</li>

<li><strong>Marketing Budget Tracker</strong> - A simple tool to help you plan and track your marketing investment.</li>

<li><strong>Marketing Content Planner</strong> - A template to help you start planning your marketing content month-by-month.</li>

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<p>AI, branding, and recruitment marketing strategies aren’t just for big agencies—they’re for&nbsp;<strong>every mission-driven organization</strong>&nbsp;looking to build awareness and attract the right people. If you're looking for guidance as you take the next steps, <strong><a href="https://stirlingbrandworks.com/contact">reach out and let's see how we can work together!</a></strong></p>

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