Hey Community
May was a big one! Between a major product launch, some seriously lively debates, and expert insights worth bookmarking, there was a lot happening in the community last month. In case you were heads-down in your campaigns, here's the roundup.
The Constant Contact ChatGPT App is Here
Big news dropped in May: you can now build, preview, and optimize emails directly inside ChatGPT using the new Constant Contact ChatGPT app. Just describe your business and goals, and ChatGPT drafts your campaign — with live desktop and mobile previews, brand asset integration, and content optimization built in. If you haven't tried it yet, this thread has everything you need to get started.
Fun Friday: Explain Your Week Using Only a Movie Title
This one took off. The challenge was simple — describe your week as a movie title — and the community delivered in a big way. From Groundhog Day to Miracle, the answers were hilarious, relatable, and surprisingly poetic. Drop in and see how your fellow members described their weeks, or add your own.
Fun Friday: Official Start of Summer Debate
Memorial Day weekend sparked a community debate: is it officially summer, or does summer start at the solstice? What started as a Friday fun post turned into a 53-reply conversation with strong opinions on both sides. Where do you stand?
The Myth That Email Is "Old School" — And Why 2026 Just Proved it Wrong
With Google's AI Overviews eating organic traffic and social algorithms shrinking reach, this expert post makes a compelling case for why your email list is now your most durable marketing asset. It breaks down three common myths about email ROI versus search and social — and offers three practical actions to take right now. A good read for any small business owner questioning where to focus.
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