Split testing (a.k.a A/B testing) shouldn't be reserved just when email campaign performance drops. In email marketing, consistent testing is how you improve results over time — not fix problems after they've appeared. A practical approach is to create a simple testing cycle: choose one element, test it, apply what you've learnt, then move on to the … READ MORE »
Is There a Difference Between B2C and B2B Email Marketing? At a glance, B2C and B2B email marketing may look similar. Both rely on strong subject lines, clear messaging and effective calls to action. But in practice, they operate very differently — and using the same approach for both is one of the quickest ways … READ MORE »
Reducing churn in email marketing isn’t just about spotting who might unsubscribe — it’s about acting early and staying relevant throughout the subscriber lifecycle. Retaining subscribers is consistently more cost-effective than acquiring new ones, but it requires a proactive, data-led approach. Set the Right Expectations from Day One Early churn often comes down to a … READ MORE »
Is There an Optimum Design for Email Marketing CTAs? Short answer: No single CTA design wins every time. What works depends on your audience, your offer and the context of each campaign. The only reliable way to improve performance is to test deliberately and continuously. Why “Good Enough” CTAs Quietly Cost You Clicks? It’s easy … READ MORE »
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 »
Security Risks in Email Marketing Are Real Data security is not optional in email marketing. Subscriber data is one of your most valuable assets — and one of your biggest liabilities if mishandled. Recent enforcement action by the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) highlights the risks. A major password management provider was fined £1.2 million following … READ MORE »
Why Personalisation Isn’t Always Straightforward Using “you” in email marketing is widely recommended. It creates a sense of direct address and can make content feel more relevant to the reader. In many cases, it works — improving engagement and making messages feel more personal. However, it’s not universally effective. Some subscribers find direct address overly … 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 »