Use email marketing to create a drip campaign leading up to the launch

Email

Create a series of scheduled emails to build anticipation and guide people through the journey leading up to your launch. Great for steady engagement but requires quality content and ongoing management.

Tools

Name Description Pricing Ease of Use
AWeber AWeber is a leading email marketing platform designed to streamline c…
Paid Only
Moderate
ActiveCampaign ActiveCampaign is a comprehensive marketing automation tool designed …
Paid Only
from $29.00/mo
Moderate
Campaign Monitor Campaign Monitor is a sophisticated email marketing platform designed…
Paid Only
from $9.00/mo
Moderate
Constant Contact Constant Contact is a robust marketing tool designed to empower busin…
Paid Only
Moderate
ConvertKit ConvertKit is an advanced email marketing platform designed specifica…
Paid Only
from $29.00/mo
Moderate
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Objectives

Name Description
Brand Awareness Brand awareness is the marketing objective of increasing a brand's vi…
Engagement Engagement in marketing refers to the interactions between a brand an…
Lead Generation Lead generation is a vital marketing objective that focuses on identi…
Product Launch A product launch is a strategic marketing objective designed to intro…
Reach Reach is a key marketing objective focused on maximizing the exposure…
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Demographics

Name Description
Entrepreneurs Entrepreneurs are typically characterized by their innovation, risk-t…
Gen X
Gen Z Generation Z, born between 1997 and 2012, is a cohort characterized b…
High-Income Earners High-Income Earners are characterized by their significant financial …
Millennials Millennials, or Generation Y, are individuals born between 1981 and 1…
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Promotes

Name Description
App The 'App' is a cutting-edge digital platform crafted to enhance user …
Brand Brand represents the unique identity of a business, encompassing its …
Digital Product A Digital Product refers to an intangible asset distributed in digita…
Event The 'Event' is a strategic platform that enables marketers to connect…
Mobile App The mobile app is a dynamic digital tool that marketers utilize to ef…
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Sectors

Name Description
Information Technology The Information Technology (IT) sector is integral to the global econ…
Non-Profit The Non-Profit sector encompasses organizations focused on addressing…
Professional Services The Professional Services sector encompasses a diverse range of indus…
Retail The Retail sector is a dynamic industry focused on the sale of goods …
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Strategy

Name Description
Content Marketing Strategies Creating valuable content attracts and engages customers, building tr…
Customer Acquisition Strategies Attracting new customers involves various tactics like ads, social me…
Customer Retention Strategies Keeping customers loyal involves personalized communication, rewards,…
Digital Marketing Strategies Using online channels to reach customers can boost your visibility an…
Multichannel Marketing Strategies Reaching customers through multiple channels, like social media, emai…
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Sub-strategy

Name Description
Content Distribution Strategy Sharing your content through various channels to reach your audience,…
Lead Generation Strategy Attracting potential customers and capturing their interest through v…
Email Marketing Strategy Sending targeted emails to your audience to promote products, share u…
Omnichannel Strategy Creating a seamless customer experience across all channels—online an…
Product Launch Strategy Introducing a new product to the market with a strategic plan to crea…

Technologies

Name Description
Email Marketing & CRM

Channel

Name Description
Email Email marketing is a versatile tool for reaching both businesses and …

Sub-channel

Name Description
Drip Campaigns Drip campaigns are a smart way to stay connected with your audience o…
Newsletters Newsletters are an effective way to keep your audience informed and e…
Promotional Emails Promotional emails are a direct way to reach customers with targeted …
Transactional Emails Transactional emails are a reliable way to engage with customers thro…

Quick Facts

Channel

Email

Advertising Type

Email

Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Estimated Cost

Medium

Time to Impact

Short (Weeks)

Tags

B2B
B2C

Pros

  • Targeted messaging: Provides opportunities for personalized communication, increasing relevance and engagement with recipients.
  • Automation: Allows for scheduling and automation, reducing manual workload and ensuring timely delivery to recipients.
  • Segmentation: Enables list segmentation, allowing for tailored content based on recipient behavior and preferences.
  • Measurable results: Provides detailed analytics and metrics, allowing for performance tracking and data-driven improvements.
  • Cost-effective: Generally low-cost compared to other marketing tactics, making it accessible for businesses of all sizes.
  • Customer journey: Guides potential customers through the sales funnel, from awareness to decision, enhancing the overall customer journey.
  • Relationship building: Plays a key role in building and nurturing relationships with potential and existing customers.

Cons

  • Content creation: Requires quality content and creative assets, which can be time-consuming and challenging to produce.
  • List management: Needs ongoing management of email lists, dealing with unsubscribes, and maintaining clean data.
  • Spam issues: Risk of emails ending up in spam folders, reducing visibility and effectiveness of the campaign.
  • Engagement: Potential for low open and click-through rates, especially if emails are not perceived as valuable.
  • Frequency: Must find a balance in email frequency to avoid overwhelming or annoying recipients.
  • Technical issues: Requires technical know-how for setting up and troubleshooting automation workflows.
  • Compliance: Must adhere to email marketing regulations and data privacy laws, adding a layer of complexity.