{"id":7402,"date":"2023-10-19T10:30:37","date_gmt":"2023-10-19T09:30:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.johnthornhill.com\/blog\/?p=7402"},"modified":"2023-10-20T09:37:49","modified_gmt":"2023-10-20T08:37:49","slug":"7-highly-effective-email-marketing-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.johnthornhill.com\/blog\/7-highly-effective-email-marketing-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Highly Effective Email Marketing Tips That Even Your Grandma Would Approve Of!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ever heard the phrase, \u201cOld is gold\u201d? Well, it&#8217;s not just applicable to that vintage wine you\u2019re hiding in the cellar, but also to the age-old practice of email marketing. Despite being one of the oldest digital marketing strategies, email marketing continues to be as alive and kicking as Mick Jagger on a good day. And today, my friends, I\u2019m unveiling the seven Horcruxes&#8230;err, I mean, tips that will not just keep your email marketing alive but thrive! <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-7403\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.johnthornhill.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/pexels-torsten-dettlaff-193003.jpeg?resize=300%2C200&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.johnthornhill.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/pexels-torsten-dettlaff-193003.jpeg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.johnthornhill.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/pexels-torsten-dettlaff-193003.jpeg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.johnthornhill.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/pexels-torsten-dettlaff-193003.jpeg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.johnthornhill.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/pexels-torsten-dettlaff-193003.jpeg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.johnthornhill.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/pexels-torsten-dettlaff-193003.jpeg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b> Know Thy Audience:<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, you don\u2019t need psychic abilities for this. A little research or a well-placed signup form can do wonders. Gather information about your audience &#8211; likes, dislikes, the name of their first pet, and use this info to personalise your emails.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><b> Content is King, Queen, and the Entire Royal Ensemble:<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Write emails that people want to read. Sounds simple, right? Avoid jargon and make it as delightful as having a cup of tea with Mary Poppins. Use engaging subject lines, compelling copy, and a strong call-to-action. Or in other words, charm them off their feet!<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><b> Segmentation is not just for Oranges:<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Divide your email list into segments based on customer preferences, last purchased items, favourite colours, whatever works! Tailored content for each segment ensures relevance, which is key to engagement. It\u2019s like having different playlists for various moods.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li><b> Timing is Everything:<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You wouldn\u2019t propose on the first date, right? Similarly, know when to send what. Welcome emails, newsletters and promotional offers \u2013 all have their perfect timing. Analyse customer behaviours and trends to hit the send button at the right moment.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li><b> Mobile Optimisation \u2013 A Must:<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your emails aren\u2019t mobile-friendly, they\u2019re probably going to the graveyard <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(also known as the trash bin)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Ensure your emails look as appealing on mobile devices as Tom Hiddleston does in a tailored suit.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"6\">\n<li><b> Data-Driven Decisions:<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Track open rates, click-through rates, and conversions. Use data analytics to decide your next step. As they say, in God we trust; all others bring data.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"7\">\n<li><b> Testing, Testing, 1, 2, 3:<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A\/B testing is not a hip-hop group but a way to test two versions of an email to see which performs better. Test subject lines, content, sending times, and then go with the winner, just like in a talent show.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>And Now, For the Drum Roll\u2026<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Folks, mastering these seven tips can turn you into an email marketing maestro. But wait, there\u2019s more! If you\u2019re thinking, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThis is all great, but I\u2019m just a mere muggle with no magical email powers\u201d<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, worry not! We have a<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/hop.clickbank.net\/?vendor=ambsador&amp;affiliate=kimsweeney&amp;cbpage=superfunnel-reg&amp;additionalinfo=JTBL&amp;cbm=2jdus8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>*done-for-you business* opportunity<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that\u2019s as enticing as a double chocolate fudge cake on a diet-free day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Imagine a world where you have a custom-built website, a set of emails ready to charm your audience like a Shakespearean sonnet, and training so comprehensive, you\u2019d feel like a marketing wizard in no time! Plus, resources galore \u2013 including a treasure trove of video shorts to make traffic generation as easy as pie. What\u2019s the catch, you ask? Absolutely none!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/hop.clickbank.net\/?vendor=ambsador&amp;affiliate=kimsweeney&amp;cbpage=superfunnel-reg&amp;additionalinfo=JTBL&amp;cbm=2jdus8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click Here to unveil a world where your marketing dreams are not just possible but ready and waiting<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Your golden ticket to being up and running whilst honing your email marketing prowess is just a click away. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hop.clickbank.net\/?vendor=ambsador&amp;affiliate=kimsweeney&amp;cbpage=superfunnel-reg&amp;additionalinfo=JTBL&amp;cbm=2jdus8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Dive in, the marketing waters are just right!<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Happy emailing, and may your open rates be ever in your favour! Cheers!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>This is a guest blog post written by Kim Tracey, If you wish to be considered for a guest post then please contact me.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ever heard the phrase, \u201cOld is gold\u201d? 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