Halloween is tomorrow. Black Friday is four weeks away. And somewhere, a small business owner just realized they haven’t planned a single holiday email.
Now THAT’S scary. π»
But here’s the good news: You don’t need an elaborate campaign, a massive discount, or 27 emails between now and Christmas.
You need a reason for your customers to pay attention.
π What do my customers need help with right now?
Gift ideas? Holiday planning? Choosing the right product? Answer those questions before asking for the sale.
π» Who should actually receive this email?
Your best customers shouldn’t get the same message as someone who signed up yesterday. Make your emails feel personal, not mass-produced.
π¦ What happens AFTER someone buys?
A thank-you. A helpful tip. A reason to come back. The holiday season is a great time to build relationships that last well beyond December.
Here’s something worth remembering: Your customers don’t need more holiday emails. They need better reasons to open yours.
And that’s true whether you’re sending one email or twenty.
Happy Halloween! π
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