If there's one principle that consistently delivers in email marketing, it's this: retaining subscribers is cheaper — and more profitable — than constantly replacing them. Acquisition matters, but long-term growth comes from keeping the right people engaged. Why Customer Retention Outperforms Customer Acquisition? Bringing in new subscribers takes time, money and ongoing sweat, tears… ahem, I meant effort. … READ MORE »
Linking out is a small decision with an outsized impact. Every link in your email — whether it’s to a video platform, partner brand or social channel — signals association. For subscribers, that association can influence trust, brand perception and, ultimately, whether they click, convert or unsubscribe. So yes — email marketers should be deliberate … READ MORE »
If you’re running email marketing campaigns, personal data isn’t a side concern — it’s the engine behind everything you do. From list building to segmentation and automation, your results depend on how well you collect, manage and use subscriber data. Done properly, it drives engagement and ROI. Done poorly, it creates risk — both legal … READ MORE »
We all keep an eye on what others are doing in email marketing. It’s part curiosity, part strategy. Subscribe to enough lists, and you start to spot patterns — good ideas tend to spread. One campaign does something clever, and a few weeks later, variations of it appear everywhere. That’s not a bad thing. Borrowing … READ MORE »
Segmentation is at the heart of effective email marketing. While demographic data provides a useful starting point, it is behavioural, location and psychographic segmentation that truly unlock personalisation — and with it, stronger engagement, higher conversions and improved ROI. Understanding how and why your subscribers act allows you to move beyond broad targeting and deliver … READ MORE »
What is demographic segmentation? Demographic segmentation in email marketing is the process of grouping subscribers based on shared personal characteristics. These typically include: Age Gender Income (or disposable income) Occupation Nationality Marital status Family size Used correctly, demographic data helps you deliver more relevant, targeted campaigns — an essential part of any effective email marketing … READ MORE »
The only rule that matters: test what actually works Email marketing advice is everywhere. Best send times. Ideal subject line length. Proven templates. “Do this, don’t do that.” And yet, the truth is simpler — and far more useful: There are no universal rules in email marketing. Only results. If something works for your audience, it’s … READ MORE »
What is email marketing segmentation? Email marketing segmentation (often referred to as list segmentation) is the process of dividing your subscriber list into smaller, more targeted groups based on shared characteristics. Rather than sending the same message to everyone, segmentation allows you to deliver relevant, personalised content to specific audiences. This is a core component … READ MORE »
A curious thing happened recently. A major cultural figure passed away (Tom Stoppard). Front pages reflected it — as you’d expect. Except one. The Observer gave its cover over to the story… and then chose to focus its editorial on something else entirely: A change in typeface. There’s a lesson in that. And not a … READ MORE »
People don’t always choose what’s best. They choose what they recognise. You can show someone a better tool, a faster option, or a safer alternative — but if it feels unfamiliar, they hesitate. More often than not, they go back to what they know. That instinct matters in email marketing more than most realise. Because … READ MORE »