Thursday, March 15, 2018

Avoidable Errors In Postcard Marketing

By Christopher Murphy


Even after the invention of technology, postcards are still used as a way of relaying information. It may seem like an old method, but it actually is as effective as any other. However, you need to find ways of making the card interesting and not all plain by for example using one catchy but relevant image or and sticking to the main purpose of the card. Below are common mistakes people make in postcard marketing.

In advertising, you must be persistent on the marketing strategy. People are captivated by adverts, and they stick with them for as long as they are repeated and people get used to. If things were only advertised once no one would remember and not many would be keen to purchase the product or service. However, if you keep sending the postcards repeatedly, the clients will be able to familiarize.

Another major mistake is sending an impersonal card. This means that the card is too formal and the client is unable to relate to it. At the same time, it does not mean that the postcard should not be formal. The secret is to pass across the message in a friendly way. Statistics show that friendly postcards get more replies as compared to the serious formal ones.

Mailing missteps. This includes the types of stamps used and the day the mails are posted. For example, you should go for first-class stamps. Despite the slightly higher prices, there are benefits like the return to sender incase the address is void. You should also take note of the days when it is most convenient to send mail for example, on the days mail is light.

Printing dos not require for you to spend a lot of money in order for it to sell. You can do your own printing for much less and still come up with attractive pictures. If, however, the sizes that you need to be printed are large, you can go to a professional printer. This will not be expensive as you would expect as the price will fit the result.

Do not make a sales pitch on the note. Rather make it as captivating as possible and then direct the client to where they can get more information or make the purchases they desire. This is a very simple yet effective way of marketing. If on the other hand, the note is dull and boring, people will not participate even if you relay all the needed information.

Put effort into the image, headline, and image. The image and the headline are great determinants of whether the client will respond to your advert or not. Make sure that the headline is actually in line with the image. Once the clients get attracted, they will go on to read the message. Make sure you use simple language that everyone can comprehend.

Make sure you include your contact information. Otherwise, you are bound to lose a lot of potential clients. So as you work on the post card to be the best it can be, include information on how to reach you or learn more about your company.




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