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Most email broadcast systems come packed with standard analytics. Just to be clear, here’s what we care about: Recipient volume This is the
The needs of supporters at opposite ends of the engagement spectrum are very different. So are the opportunities. If you are tracking your
Does this sound familiar? Back up your position with facts; the more reasons you can offer, the more persuasive your argument. Right?
What draws people to your cause? What motivated your supporters to take their first action? What did they feel when they first donated?
On the surface, it looks like the purpose of a title is to introduce the content of a webpage. But of course—you
SPOILER: it’s not good. Sure—you know you’re writing an email to 5,000 people. But your task is to make your reader feel like
In 2026, more emails are being viewed on iPhones than any other device. The average iPhone affords us a measly 41 characters
You sent 100,000 emails to the wrong list... You directed people to last year’s action... You addressed everyone as “Jane”... It happens.
I’m so glad you’re here. While it’s far from the most exciting, retention is arguably the most important factor in the success of
How does the past experience of people on your list influence their interest in receiving ongoing email from you? It turns out
There are plenty of reasons people struggle to complete online actions. Poor page layouts, confusing language, onerous forms, and too many (or too
Segmentation gives digital communicators the power to reach the right people with the right message. The shift from a broadcast communication model to
It might seem too obvious to mention. But it’s critical that you’ve defined the objective of your email. Often, it’s to lead your
Great communication is not just about what you say but how you say it. Who says it also matters. You won’t always
Preview text appears in most email clients in the form of a few words after or below a subject line. While it doesn’t
There’s more than one way to build an email list. The various types of digital assets you can use to attract people to your list are your list building entry points. Choosing the right entry points can either set you up for long term success or agonizing frustration.
The very first touchpoint that brings someone to your email list is defining. That moment is responsible for establishing the terms of the relationship they will have with you. Will the interaction position them as an action taker? Or a spectator? Consider how supporters can best help your organization achieve its mission, and then design list-building entry points to mirror that.
Active entry points include:
Passive entry points include:
Simply put, if your core list-building strategy relies on passive entry points, it’s going to be harder to mobilize your supporters into action. You’ll find plenty of digital agencies keen to push passive entry points because they’re easily applied in a commercial environment. However, we have something more valuable to work with. So play to your advantage—optimize online action pages such as petitions and advocacies to fuel your list building strategy. Prioritize your active entry points. These highly-sharable assets will build audiences faster than generic signup forms every time.
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