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Email Marketing vs. Marketing Automation [Explained]

Higher Logic

Email is an important component of any modern marketing strategy. But, email marketing on its own can only do so much. Trying to look at your members’ engagement using email marketing is like seeing the world without glasses. Email Marketing Creates Background Noise. Let me explain.

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[ebook] An Introduction to Data-Driven Email Strategies for Associations

Association Briefings

Data-driven email marketing is not only about using the data an association already has about its members, but also about the data it can collect through member interactions and engagements, ultimately predicting future behaviors. In fact, , 81% of marketers say that implementing a data-driven email strategy can be complicated.

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What Do Vanity Metrics Have to Do with Marketing Automation Goals?

Higher Logic

However, they shouldn’t be ignored – these metrics reflect important things about your email marketing habits and are worth paying attention to. Do your low vanity metrics mean marketing automation isn’t working for you? How well do these respondents really understand email marketing fundamentals?

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How to increase registration for your virtual events

Association Success

One of their main strategies was addressing past attendees’ concerns about missing out on programs during the conference because some of the programs run simultaneously. Their key strategy was a smart and assertive follow-up campaign. . Follow-up is essential for increasing attendance. Consider incentivizing event attendance.

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What is a marketing plan & five steps to write one

Freestone

With a marketing plan, your organization can strategize how to grow your continuing education program, increase engagement, and attract more learners. Want to learn more about marketing plans? Continue reading for helpful marketing planning strategies. What is a marketing plan?

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Marketing Automation: Creepy? Or Just Good Customer Service?

Higher Logic

Like the Wizard of Oz, marketing automation isn’t a mysterious or creepy force , but just a marketer pulling some metaphorical levers and gears behind a curtain. And it’s left traditional email marketing tactics in the dust. Marketing automation is great news for both the marketer and the consumer.

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13 Membership Drive Ideas for Events & More (Plus How to Run a Campaign!)

EventMobi: Association Events

There are many strategies for attracting new members over time, but if you want to see a boost ASAP, the best thing you can do is start brainstorming membership drive ideas! Membership drives work best when you’ve got a solid strategy in place. Ready to launch your membership campaign, but wondering where to start? Step 4: Budget!

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