One of the very first positions when I got into marketing was the position of a copywriter. βοΈ Practically, I have been doing it most of my life. π
Lately, I have observed some aspects that could help me to write better emails (because I have a newsletter too) and collected some findings.
π I will pin them here, so you (and me) can get back to these:
1οΈβ£ Understand the audience
You need to know with whom you speak otherwise you miss the aim.
Create a list of people (or persona) and observe the tone of voice (how your ideal customer speaks). Then, you can customise the style.
2οΈβ£ Personalize
Address the recipient by name ("I get your point Nika...") β Ensure you don't overuse them. Because when you use them too much, you can scare the other side. It sounds then like AI.
3οΈβ£ Be specific
Try to give more details because you make an impression that you know what you are talking about (credibility/authority/trustworthiness).
4οΈβ£ Use of pronouns
"I/We" vs "You". Phrase your copy so itβs predominantly reader-centric, rather than company- or sender-centric. When you use "you", the reader knows he/she is in the centre of the interest and has the attention.
5οΈβ£ Format for readability
It is about design. And even text can be designed. Create short paragraphs consisting of a maximum of 3 lines. Try to skim it but still have crucial details there. Numbers and capital letters also matter.
6οΈβ£ Demonstrate on examples
If you show a case study or a testimonial from an authority, you become more credible, and people are likely to do what you want. (Proof.)
7οΈβ£ Use CTA
BUT! Use it as a "stand-alone" line. When you use the CTA at the end of the sentence, it will go unnoticed. Create a special single-separated line for that so it will stand out. Keep the CTA short as well.
One piece of advice on the top: Marketing is about psychology most of the time. Observe people and their behavior and you will be closer to them. π
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