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Great goals @KieraR8  First off—major kudos on these SMART goals! 🎯 You’ve really got a solid game plan here. Focusing on amputees, individuals with limb differences, and healthcare professionals is a well-targeted approach. Your marketing goal is clear: you aim to increase newsletter opens and grow the database by March 2025. I love it, but what’s your measurable goal? Do you want to increase open rates by 5, 10, or 15%? I see you're all about balance – using a mix of traditional methods like letters and calls, along with digital channels. Covering all your bases. The key metrics you’re tracking—participants, support requests, and activity sign-ups — are spot on! But if you want to elevate your game even further, consider tracking more specific KPIs. For example, you could monitor newsletter open rates, click-through rates, or the number of people who go from reading your emails to attending your events.  Also, when it comes to your newsletter, don’t be afraid to throw in some catchy subject lines or maybe even a GIF or two—that could bump those opens even higher! With December 2025 on your timeline, you’ve got plenty of runways to crush it. I’m excited to see your results and hopefully some fun newsletter experiments along the way! Make sure to participate in our week 2 thread designing the perfect email ... View more

Look at these goals—10/10, would SMART again! 🌟 @user386358    Wow, you’ve really done your thinking here, and it’s obvious. Wanting to reach students and pros in healthcare? That’s a group that’s all about learning! 🎓 And your plan to bump up your reach, impressions, and engagement by 10% by July 1, 2025 is rock solid.   Using email, social media, LinkedIn, newspapers, and our website, you’ve got all your bases covered. I also love how you're focusing on increasing awareness about your organization’s programs. Seriously, with that kind of ambition, you’re not just going to raise awareness—you’re going to throw a spotlight on it! 💡   Checking how many people saw, interacted with, and were interested in your stuff is really important too. You’ve got a fantastic timeline to watch these goals grow.   ... View more

Hey @Kdelk22    We've got a SMART goal superstar! 🎉   I love that you have clearly identified your target audience, the deaf community, and have set a marketing goal of increasing exposure and awareness. This is a great start that sets you up for success. Additionally, you’ve chosen solid channels such as email, Facebook, and Instagram to get the word out. Well done! 👏   The goal of improving click-through rates and driving more traffic to your library’s website is awesome! Achieving a 10% increase in website visits and ebook checkouts is totally doable! Aligning your goals with your company’s mission to educate and serve the deaf community is fantastic.   Three months is a perfect timeline to give yourself enough runway to gather data and measure success.   Keep rocking it, and don’t forget: when in doubt, just think, "What would a SMART goal-setting champion like me do?" 😉 ... View more

Hey @RobertB7888    Feel free to ask any questions, no matter how silly they may seem. Just send over your worksheet in a reply to this thread. https://community.constantcontact.com/t5/Campaign-Feedback/Week-1-Goal-Setting/td-p/425914   ... View more

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Hey @RuahB2  Hey, the email draft is looking great! You’ve got a really friendly tone going on and a nice zen vibe but could use a pinch of spice for flair! Here are some tweaks: Content Flow: The flow between the breathing exercises and the retreat amenities could be improved. A more obvious transition could be made to emphasize the significance of finding balance through the breathwork and how the retreats can enhance this pursuit. Or something more witty, "Breathe in, breathe out… now imagine doing that in a hammock overlooking the mountains. Yup, we've got that covered." Call to Action (CTA): Make sure to really emphasize the retreat section. You talk about an early bird deal, but if you make it clear that spots are limited and exclusive, it'll make the call to action even more convincing. Visual Appeal: Breaking up text-heavy sections with more imagery or subheadings could enhance readability and visual engagement. Specifically in the "Dear Friends.”  Keep the chill tone, but sprinkle in some light-hearted charm!     ... View more

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Hi @NoraG50,   I am moving your question over to our question and discussion area to get you a quicker response.  ... View more

@user32634    Your goals are about to take off like a traffic safety lover’s fantasy! Your SMART goals are solid: Goal: Achieving 2,000 registrations is quite an accomplishment, but setting smaller goals on a monthly or bi-weekly basis can assist you in reaching that ultimate goal. Timeline: That’s great; six months is just the right amount of time! Just remember to regularly review your "mirrors" (progress reports) to ensure you stay on track. (Do you catch my drift?) 🏎   As I was reviewing your objectives, I came up with a few suggestions that may be helpful. Feel free to take them or leave them. Automated emails are like cruise control, where you can set them up and then forget about them. Segmentation: Focus on your audience with the accuracy of a traffic cone. Boost your RSVPs with event tools that work like self-driving road signs. You’ve got the road map—now floor it! ... View more

Hi @EleanorM61,   Sorry to hear about that inconvenience. You can learn more about the Ready, Set, Send 6-week challenge here.  The first weeks challnege is here which has all the instructions and crieteria needed to participate. all you need to do is create a free account in order to be able to participate.   I hope this helps. Let me know if you have any follow-up questions. ... View more

SMART work there @user42027    I appreciate how you've aligned your marketing efforts with the larger goal of increasing your membership. Here are some suggestions that may help you fine-tune your strategy: Have you thought about splitting that group up even more? Like, you could customize your messages for new owners versus ones who've been in the game for a while, or even look at differences in location. Segmenting your emails can really help you talk to each audience in a way that works for them. You could check out running targeted ads on Facebook or LinkedIn. That way, you can reach out to childcare owners who might not know about you yet. Oh, and have you thought about trying out Google Ads to get more people searching for childcare businesses to come across your page? Just an idea! What about creating special landing pages for individuals who operate childcare businesses? You could develop pages that highlight the benefits of membership and use them to direct traffic from your ads or emails. You can also experiment with different messages or buttons to determine which ones generate the most engagement. You’ve got a great foundation here! Keep going, and feel free to reach out if you want to brainstorm further. I’d love to hear how things progress!     ... View more

Hi @TerryK59    Thanks for sharing your SMART goal worksheet. You have clearly identified the need to expand your branding and product visibility, which is an excellent goal for attracting new customers. Here are a few thoughts you could consider as you move forward. Totally up to you. Have you thought about focusing on specific industries or customer segments that might need your services the most? For example, local businesses, nonprofits, or event planners could be especially in need of promotional products. Combining email, Facebook, and signage is a great beginning! Have you considered utilizing automated email campaigns to effectively cultivate potential customers? An automated series can be set up for new contacts to share success stories and showcase how your products have aided other businesses in improving their visibility. If you wanna get the word out, you should check out Constant Contact's social media ad options. Putting up ads on Instagram and Facebook can help get your stuff seen by more people, especially if you make cool pics of your stuff in use. Have you considered utilizing SMS marketing? For companies that offer physical goods, SMS can be an effective method to notify potential customers of new deals or time-sensitive promotions. Keep up the excellent work! ... View more

Hey, thanks for sharing, @BES  I checked it out and I have a few more questions. You don't have to answer them, but they're just to help you reach your goals. We all want to see you succeed!   A few questions to reflect on and refine your approach: Who is your intended audience? I remember you mentioned wanting to reach financial institutions in various states. Can you provide any information on which specific group within these institutions would see the most advantage from your service? Are you primarily targeting decision-makers or those in operational roles? It's great that you're utilizing both digital and offline methods. Have you thought about how you will monitor engagement from your offline tactics, like the proposal boxes? Consider utilizing digital tools like QR codes or landing pages to gauge interest. You’ve chosen click-through rate, close rate, and ROI as key metrics, which is excellent. Would it also be beneficial to monitor other engagement signals, such as content interaction frequency and email proposal opens? Lastly, it’s awesome that you’ve aligned this goal with your broader company restructuring. Keeping this in focus will help ensure that your marketing efforts stay relevant and impactful.   Keep up the fantastic work, and I’m looking forward to seeing how your marketing goals progress! 😊 ... View more

Grettings @user34557    Kudos on taking on the responsibilities of being both Market Manager and Community Garden Administrator. Your dedication to promoting better well-being and showing support for nearby farmers and artists is truly admirable.   Based on your sharing, it appears that your sincere passion and individual dedication to maintaining a healthy diet and active lifestyle will be well received by the community. Here are some recommendations to help you begin: Leverage Social Media: Share the stories behind the farmers, artisans, and even specific products at the market. T Community Engagement: Hosting workshops or small events (e.g., cooking demos, gardening tips) can draw in both regular visitors and new faces. These events can also highlight the nutritional and economic benefits of buying local, which you’re passionate about. Email Campaigns: Sending out regular newsletters can help keep your audience engaged and excited about upcoming events, market updates, and seasonal recipes. By including personal anecdotes, such as sharing your family traditions or Sadie's adventures, you can make the newsletters feel more relatable and inviting. Collaborations: Partnering with local fitness groups or schools could widen your reach. For instance, organizing family-friendly activities or challenges around healthy eating could be a great way to involve the community, especially with your focus on promoting an active lifestyle. Looking forward to hearing more about your journey! Best regards, ... View more

Thank you @HalsJerky for jumping in and offering your insights. That's what the community is all about. ... View more

Welcome @ELISHAK2!   We have a variety of resources to help get you started. I recommend our Getting Started area. which provides steps on account setup and other basics. There is also our Marketing Strategis area which has numerous write-ups on our various offerings from Email Marketing, SMS, and more.   If you have any hesitations, please, feel free to ask ... View more

Great job, @user9178  Thank you for taking part in the first week of Ready, Set, Send. I hope you’re successful in your goal of renting office space. As a token of appreciation, I have just messaged you the week 1 participation badge. Feel free to post and share on your social channels.   ... View more

On the weekend, I visited a street fair on Main Street near me. At the festival, I noticed some small businesses collaborating with each other. One was a coffee shop and bakery that joined forces to offer a Coffee/Pastry tasting station. The bakery offered baked goods, while the coffee shop provided various types of coffee to try together. I'm not a coffee person, but you can bet I dug into those pastries. Both businesses benefitted from exposure to each other's customer base.       ... View more

My heroes! 🦊🐦 ... View more

My reaction reading this @Elizabeth_K  ... View more

Love this @VanessaM7330  ... View more

Welcome @BrianG149!    @William_A is the expert, he will have all the answers for you. I also recommend you check out our New Customer Hub which has a bunch of starting resources from tutorials to vidoes. ... View more

Hi @RamonL49,   Certainly, we're here to support you. Can you provide me with more specific details or context so that I can better understand your question and assist? ... View more

Hi @San-Diego-ASCM,   I am moving your post from the ideation section to the questions and discussions forum, thereby ensuring that you receive the necessary assistance and guidance from our community of experts. ... View more

Perhaps next time I’ll share my metal playlist but that's best for a run or workout, not brainstorming 🤣 ... View more

On occasion, I do enjoy a little background noise to keep me company. But then there are days when I just want to bask in the sweet sound of silence. It’s like a choose-your-own-adventure of productivity. I tend to listen to mostly rock and punk music, which gets me ready to enter the fray in a mosh pit, not exactly conducive to getting work done.    Lo-fi music tends to get the job done; it’s refreshing and lets me think without getting distracted. 🎵   ... View more