Direct Mail & Postcards
August 5, 2014
So how do you make the most out of direct marketing in an increasingly digitally-focused marketplace? Follow the steps below to ensure you're getting the most out of your direct mail, taken from this article on ChiefMarketer.com.
1. Understand Your Audience - Identifying your target market is a crucial first step before you start planning any marketing campaign. "Data needs to be the driver of your marketing decisions when you use direct mail. Lose the mass media mindset and know that all segments are not created equal, and vary your communication accordingly."
2. Pay Attention to your Copy - "Know that direct mail is a copy driven medium. Copy creates the emotion." What you say and how you say it has a big impact on how your audience reacts. Think carefully about your copy, and make sure you're putting yourself in the best light.
3. Consider All the Factors - There's a lot to keep in mind when coming up with a direct mail piece. Offers, Timing, Competitors and the physical limitations of the piece itself can all make a difference in the effectiveness of a campaign.
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