EP. 97- 3 NEW TEST IDEAS! (how to leverage IMPOSTER SYNDROME to get HUGE BOOST!) I Jay's Scoop
Apr 5, 2024
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Email and social media marketing expert Jay Schwedelson shares innovative test ideas, like using '101' to indicate basics, testimonials as subject lines, and authentic words to stand out in marketing. He also reflects on Tori Spelling, TV shows, and promotes an upcoming marketing event.
Using '101' in subject lines reassures recipients about basics, increasing engagement.
Incorporating testimonials boosts email open rates by 25%, providing valuable social proof.
Deep dives
Leveraging Imposter Syndrome in Marketing with '101'
Imposter syndrome is common in work and personal lives, causing discomfort in acknowledging gaps in knowledge. By using '101' in subject lines and social posts, marketers address the basics and reassure recipients about essential information. This approach significantly boosts email open rates by over 30% and increases engagement on social posts by over 20%. Employing '101' signals to recipients that the content will cover fundamental knowledge, easing any discomfort and enhancing audience engagement.
Utilizing Testimonials as Subject Lines for Increased Engagement
Including testimonials as subject lines in emails substantially improves open rates by over 25%. Testimonials offer valuable social proof that resonates with recipients seeking peer validation. Categorizing testimonials by the type of person involved, such as CEO or satisfied customer, enhances the impact. This strategy effectively draws attention and trust from both business and consumer audiences, optimizing marketing engagement.
Avoiding Superlatives in Marketing with 'True' and 'Actual'
Overusing superlatives in marketing messages leads to skepticism from recipients who consider such claims exaggerated. By adopting words like 'true,' 'actual,' or 'real' in email subject lines, marketers counter the superlative trend and increase open rates by over 20%. This approach offers a refreshing contrast to hyperbolic marketing language, resonating with audiences seeking authentic and credible information. Utilizing these terms effectively captivates both business and consumer recipients, enhancing email engagement.
In this episode solo episode, Jay Schwedelson shares some easy new email and social media test ideas that can help boost engagement. He discusses leveraging "imposter syndrome" with the number "101" to indicate "basics", using testimonials as email subject lines, and using words like "true" and "real" to stand out from hyperbolic marketing claims.
Main Discussion Points:
- Putting "101" in emails and social posts signals you're covering the basics people think they should already know - Using testimonials as email subject lines has increased open rates 25% - Words like "true" and "real" in subject lines stand out from overused superlatives
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