At this time of year, we can feel Christmas in the air, and it’s a wonderful thing. Mince pies, chestnuts roasting on an open fire, twinkling lights, hundreds of emails hitting our inbox with offers and discount codes… Ah, yes, the Christmas email marketing splurge….
What’s a customer worth to you? It’s a really interesting question that’s more complicated than it first seems – sell a £40 ticket to a speaking event you’re running and it’s tempting to say they were worth £40, but what about the long-term positive impact…
How many emails do you get in a day? And I mean all of them, not just the ones you want. How about in a week? Or a month? It’s a lot. But what is it that makes you open an email? To choose one…
Email marketing has earned its place in any marketing hall of fame. In the nearly three decades since its first use, email marketing has probably done more to personally connect business to their customers than any other avenue. Does that mean email marketing is all…
Reactive marketing… What a beast! Some marketing experts love it, some hate it, and some think it’s an occasionally-necessary mess. On one hand, it can do wonders, creating viral sensations; on the other, it can be like throwing resources into a bottomless pit, leading to…
The current cost of living crisis that permeates the UK is affecting all areas of our lives – not least our business decisions. With everything rising in cost, from everyday essentials through to niche business products, people are cutting back on spending – this includes…
“I am passionate about my work.” You’ve heard it before, hundreds of times. Who hasn’t read a website or a marketing flyer from a business claiming to be passionate about what they do? Maybe they are. Maybe they are truly passionate, barely able to contain…
Thinking about starting a newsletter or regular email campaign but worried your email list is too small? Is it too limited to make an impact? Should you wait to grow before unleashing your marketing plans on your email list? Read on to find out whether…
Ah, the email newsletter! One of the cornerstones of online marketing, and you’re on top of it. You have it under control – you’re dedicated. It’s consistent and well-managed, it’s interesting, it should be perfect… …but you’re not seeing any sales from it. What gives?!…
Up to the sky, back down with a bump. When you were a kid, going on the seesaw (teeter-totter to our American friends) was one of those fun activities that you relished. Up to the sky, maybe even with a little extra spring to add…