Product Updates Automation is the future: how we’re improving EmailOctopus If you’ve recently signed in to EmailOctopus, you may have noticed a couple of changes to our automations. Those changes form the base for the most significant update to the EmailOctopus platform yet, which we’re excited to be rolling out in the coming months. Through speaking to many of you, we’ve heard the want to […] Written by Tom Evans November 30, 2022December 1, 2022
Email Marketing The top 8 free email marketing tools in 2022 There are hundreds of email marketing platforms out there, from EmailOctopus through to Mailchimp. When you’re just starting out in email marketing making the decision over which tool to use can be overwhelming. We’ve rounded up the best 8 email marketing platforms, all of whom offer free plans, and summarised their benefits. But before we […] Written by Tom Evans August 30, 2022February 17, 2023
Email Marketing What is a ‘noreply’ email address and why you should avoid sending from them Communication should be a two-way street. No matter what channel you’re using, it’s vital to establish a way that both parties can get in touch with each other. Sending out an email with a noreply address breaks this fundamental law of communication. Businesses regularly send emails using a noreply email account, and their readers cannot […] Written by Tom Evans June 8, 2022June 8, 2022
Email Marketing The top KPIs for email marketing you should be tracking Building an email list, launching email marketing campaigns, and optimising for the best results can be quite complicated – especially if you’re a marketer who’s just getting started with their email marketing strategy. But regardless of where you’re at, keeping track of your email marketing KPIs and measuring the effectiveness of your email campaigns is […] Written by Tom Evans May 27, 2022May 27, 2022
Email Marketing Examples of how you can make the most of drip campaigns Drip campaigns are a great way to engage new subscribers and increase the value of your mailing list. This type of campaign is known by a number of monikers – drip campaigns, automated emails, lifecycle emails, autoresponders, and marketing automation. The name may change, but the concept is the same. These campaigns are a sequence […] Written by Tom Evans April 13, 2022April 13, 2022
Email Marketing B2B email newsletters: strategic examples and best practices With a higher CTR than B2C campaigns according to a benchmark report by the Data & Marketing Association (DMA), email marketing for B2B can target quality audiences, build deep loyalty, and generate leads. However, B2B newsletters are often easier said than done, as they require creativity and hard work. Suppose you’re a business professional, marketer, or entrepreneur. In […] Written by Tom Evans April 1, 2022April 1, 2022
Email Marketing Types of newsletters for a winning email strategy You might be asking ‘what types of newsletters do users love to read while sipping their morning coffee’? It’s safe to say that the more upfront value you give, the more you can expect in return. And with “value,” we mean information that users find relevant to their needs. Since they willingly opted to receive […] Written by Tom Evans March 21, 2022June 8, 2022
Product Updates New: Tag your contacts in EmailOctopus Whether you run a business, blog or just want to stay in touch with friends, EmailOctopus is designed to make reaching contacts, personalising campaigns and sending emails easier than ever. Today we’re excited to announce that Tags have been added to EmailOctopus so you can now organise your subscribers exactly the way you want to. […] Written by Tom Evans March 11, 2022March 11, 2022
Email Marketing Automated welcome email examples to woo your subscribers A welcome email is like greeting a new customer when they enter your shop. It’s your chance to make a great first impression and keep prospects hooked for the long run. Think of it like this: when subscribers sign up to receive your newsletter, they’re showing an interest in you. The least you can do […] Written by Tom Evans March 7, 2022March 7, 2022
Email Marketing (2022) March newsletter ideas & templates to engage your readers March is just around the corner, and there’s no better time to engage with your newsletter readers. Temperatures get higher, colours get brighter and the mood shifts. Consumers are ready for their spring purchases, and you should be at the top of their lists. As a business owner or an email marketer, you need to […] Written by Tom Evans February 9, 2022February 9, 2022