Tick-tock, tick-tock. The time is always ticking and it
does not stop for anyone. In fact, we live our lives according to the time of
day, so why should the way we market be any different? Answer: it shouldn’t be.
Timing seems to always be a pressing matter, but when it
comes to using it as a marketing tactic it can very well be a gift. Let’s look
at Monoprice as an example. I received an e-mail yesterday afternoon from
Monoprice promoting their new iPhone6 products on the same exact day Tim Cook,
CEO of Apple Inc., unveiled the iPhone6 to the general public. To be even more
time specific, I received the e-mail 54 minutes after the Apple event kicked
off! Now that is what I call “perfect timing.” This example perfectly
demonstrates how timing can be used in your favor in e-mail marketing.
Overall, everything about Monoprice’s e-mail marketing
strategy is brilliant. They perfectly utilize five top email marketing
strategies, three of which are heavily influenced by time.
- Timing, timing, timing! I can’t stress this enough. Monoprice’s timing lined up perfectly with the iPhone6 release and played off of one of the largest and most anticipated announcements since the original iPhone. This can be utilized for any company or product in like with any major event or holiday, or even birthday.
- Most importantly, relevance is a key factor and without relevant content, timing is completely useless. The Monoprice iPhone6 cases go hand-in-hand with the iPhone6 release, catching the consumers in the hype of it all. If you want to eat, you need food. If you want the iPhone6, you absolutely need an iPhone6 case. It’s that simple.
- Deals. Consumers love sales, offers, and free stuff. Who doesn’t? Which is why e-mail marketing must drive deals. And these deals can and should revolve around timing. Again, Monoprice displays this perfectly by advertising iPhone6 cases at the low cost of $5.60. Other forms of time-based deals you can promote are: limited time offers, holiday/event/birthday deals, seasonal discounts, or anniversary offers.
- Apart from timing, it is important your email has a clear and simple call-to-action. Your targeted audience needs to be able to understand what it is you want them to do whether it be sign-up, click, or purchase an item. Simply put, short and sweet is what your call-to-action must be.
- Remember to not underestimate the use of quality e-mail marketing. Consumers have consistently shown that they prefer permission-based marketing communication through e-mail. This strategy puts the power in the consumer’s hands which in return creates trust and future loyalty. Just make sure the content and timing are relevant!
So whether you are hosting an event, having a sale, or
featuring a new product, if you can find a customer-friendly way to send both
an announcement and reminder email, you’re stacking the odds of success in your
favor. And remember, timing is everything!
P.S. I am the most recent addition to the Tandem Team. Nice to e-meet you!
Best Regards,
Alexis Cravero
