Drive More Sales This BFCM With These Expert Email And Segmentation Secrets #618
Oct 3, 2023
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Val chats with email expert, Jacob Sappington, about handling segmentation, gift givers, tweaking flows, self-segmentation, aggressive post-purchase deals, managing email lists, timing of email marketing during BFCM, and how to effectively segment customers for maximum sales during the holiday season.
Maintain top delivery KPIs by normalizing open rates and sending offers to a broader audience during BFCM.
Address the gifting aspect by delaying review requests and adding targeted messages to post-purchase flows during the holiday season.
Deep dives
Segmentation for Black Friday Cyber Monday (BFCM)
When preparing for BFCM, it is crucial to focus on segmentation. Rather than narrowing down the audience, take a different approach. Utilize the opportunity to push the boundaries and reach as many people as possible while, of course, maintaining top delivery KPIs. This can be achieved by normalizing open rates and sending offers to a broader audience. Refining the audience can come later, with customized welcome series, adjusted pop-ups, and tailored abandonment flows.
Understanding Gift Purchasers
During the holiday season, many customers purchase items as gifts. It is important to recognize that these gift recipients may have different needs and preferences than the typical customer. To address this, delay review requests and consider adding targeted messages to post-purchase flows that acknowledge the gifting aspect. By understanding your customers and delaying certain actions, you can better tailor your communication to their specific needs.
Maximizing Customer Value and Engagement
After BFCM, you may have a significant influx of new customers who may or may not make repeat purchases. To get the most out of these customers, focus on optimizing post-purchase experiences. Be aggressive with post-purchase offers and nurture these customers to increase their likelihood of re-converting in the future. Consider extending engagement timeframes for purchasers and customizing communications based on their unique behaviors and preferences. Keep in mind that a calculated risk in terms of deliverability can be acceptable given the potential value gained from engaged customers.
Email marketing during Black Friday can get a littleee crazy. That's why on today's episode, Val chats with email expert, Jacob Sappington, to give you an in-depth look at how he handles segmentation, gift givers, tweaking existing flows, and SO much more. OH! And don't forget to send an evening text on Cyber Monday. Listen 'til the very end to find out why.