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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

I dedicate my time to working with non-profit organizations that rescue animals, actually a few of them. One particular experience that stands out is when we saved a dachshund named Rocky. He was severely obese, his prior family fed him nothing but table food. His belly would scrape against the ground as he walked, causing cuts. Through a nutritious diet and weight-loss plan, he was able to shed over 20 pounds and was eventually adopted into a loving home!   ... View more

Dave talked about using SMS on one of his Be A Marketer podcasts. I recommend giving it a listen.   ... View more

Showcasing testimonials or success stories from your clients is a great way to build trust and credibility. When people see real results, they are more likely to engage with your offer. "Discover how [Client Name] increased their [Metric] by [Percentage]." "Join [Number] businesses that have improved their [Metric] with our help."     Make sure your audience knows they’re getting something really valuable. Whether it’s a discount, exclusive access, or a free resource, the value you provide should be clear and super appealing. "Enjoy [Percentage] off on [Product/Service] – Limited time only!” "Get exclusive access to [Free Resource] just for you!"   ... View more

Emojis 😎 can add a personal touch to your message; these tiny symbols can pack a punch 👊 of personality, color, and emotion into your messages. Which is more attention-grabbing—a subject line that reads “Check Out Our Newest Gadgets!” Or “Unleash the Possibilities! 🚀✨"?    An emoji explosion might overwhelm your readers or come off as unprofessional, so be responsible with them. Use them only where they value or match your message’s tone. Remember, as Uncle Ben told his nephew Peter Parker...     ... View more

Hi @RuthZ7 Did you manage to find a solution for this? ... View more

@William_A is correct. To find inspiration, check out our Campaign Feedback section, where people have posted links to their custom designed email campaigns as examples. ... View more

Hi @ArhondaS9    I am moving your post over to our questions and discussions area to get you timely support. Keep going and stay strong! ... View more

That’s interesting...I'll conduct some more research on this and see what information I can uncover. ... View more

Welcome @ElsaM53 and it’s wonderful to have you in the Constant Contact community.    An Elvis impersonator and life coach?! That’s one groovy husband you have there. Best of luck to you in securing your securities license!  ... View more

That’s interesting. Do you know if the Youtube video was private or unlisted by any chance? ... View more

Sorry to hear that @SophieK2. Were you able to resolve this?  ... View more

Hi, @user526518, great questions!    I’ll be enlisting the help of some of our community experts who, throughout their impressive careers, have created countless and highly successful winback emails. @DavidFischerSolutionsForGrowth @ACTIVATE @MelanieDiehl they’ll be able to guide you in the right direction  ... View more