Tag: segmentation

Can Email Marketing Data Be Too Good?

One of email marketing's greatest strengths? Data. It's instant. It's reliable. It's rich. Best of all, it's yours – not something your competitors can get their hands on. But here's the catch: there's a lot of it. And while data is powerful, too much of it can be paralysing if you don't know where to start. Open rates, click-throughs (CTR), conversions, … READ MORE »

Email Marketing Segmentation: Is It Worth It?

Short answer: yes — and the returns justify it If you’re questioning whether email marketing segmentation is worth the time, the answer is straightforward: it is one of the highest-impact activities you can invest in. More importantly, it’s not as complex or resource-heavy as many assume. For any effective email marketing brand, segmentation sits at … READ MORE »

Email List Segmentation = Better Personalisation

“How should I split my email marketing list?” It’s one of the most common questions in email marketing. And the honest answer? However, your data tells you to. Not very satisfying, admittedly — but accurate. Still, there are four established ways to segment your list. Think of them less as rules and more as tools. … READ MORE »

How to Collect Better Email Marketing Data

There are two reliable ways to increase ROI in email marketing: 1) Grow your email marketing list 2) Target your emails more effectively Most teams focus on the first. The smarter ones prioritise the second. Because better targeting doesn’t just improve conversions — it reduces waste. Fewer irrelevant emails. Fewer unsubscribes. Better engagement across the board. And … READ MORE »

Email Marketing Lessons From… Rugby

Ever watched a rugby match and thought, "Hey, this could totally apply to email marketing?" No? Well, stick with me. Last weekend, I caught a local rugby game and witnessed a moment that perfectly captures the highs and lows of managing an email marketing team — and the leadership mindset every manager needs to nail success. The … READ MORE »

Don’t Dump Gen Z’s Into a Single Email List

It's tempting. You see a subscriber in 19 and think: "Ah, Gen Z. I know what they want – TikTok, protein power and wireless earbuds." But if you're segmenting your email marketing list based solely on age, you're playing a dangerous game of stereotypes. Let's unpack why that's a bad idea – and what to do instead. The Myth of … READ MORE »

Do Not Alienate Subscribers

You've worked hard to build your email list(s). Blood, sweat, and lead magnets. So why are you treating your subscribers like disposable extras in a low-budget sci-fi movie? Too many brands collect emails like souvenirs – nice to have, rarely dusted off, and barely acknowledged. Or worse: they go full alien invasion mode – blasting subscribers with … READ MORE »

How To Grow Your Email Marketing List

Building an email marketing list from scratch can feel like standing at the bottom of a mountain with a backpack full of boulders. But like any climb, success comes step by step – and with the right map in hand, you'll scale it faster than you think. Think of list building like an assembly line. … READ MORE »

Smart email marketing strategies

At a local event, I sat through a talk by a self-proclaimed street photographer. But instead of focusing on gritty urban landscapes, he zeroed in on the people walking through them – capturing moments that felt personal, intentional, and oddly familiar. Why am I telling you this story? How does it relate to email marketing? … READ MORE »

Direct Subscribers To Your CTA

Let’s make one thing clear: nothing in email marketing is definitive and the best you can hope for in the way of guidance are ideas to test. You probably know that anyway, but it bears repeating. You are unique. The next thing to make clear is what a Call To Action is. It’s nothing more … READ MORE »

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