Postcards Versus Catalogues
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Postcards Versus Catalogs
Unlocking the Secret to Successful Marketing
In the world of catalog marketing, there's a secret strategy that’s been hiding in plain sight. This approach isn't intentionally kept under wraps, but it remains a lesser-known technique. So, what's the secret? Successful catalogers harness the power of postcards for marketing.
The Power of Postcards
It might seem surprising that something as simple as a postcard can effectively sell products. Yet, its simplicity is exactly what makes it work. Postcards are cost-effective and efficiently capture a potential buyer's attention, encouraging them to explore further, often leading them to shop online.
Leading catalog companies like JCPenney, Spiegel, and Brighton rely on postcards. Why waste resources on expensive catalogs if you're not sure recipients will even open them? Postcards can guide potential customers to your website for a first order without needing to send a full catalog.
For those who prefer offline shopping, a postcard can prompt them to request a catalog. The trick is to pique their interest without giving away too much information.
Sparking Curiosity
You might wonder if postcards can drive catalog requests, given their limited space to display products. A valuable marketing technique known as “Come-on Dissemination,” suggests that satisfying every query upfront diminishes curiosity, which in turn can reduce the likelihood of a sale.
Postcards excel here by providing just enough information to spark interest, prompting customers to take further action. By leaving questions unanswered, you encourage prospects to order, call, or explore your offerings.
Cost-Effective and Impactful
Big catalog companies don’t rely solely on their established reputation. They’re strategic, sending concise, impactful postcards instead of costly catalogs that might be discarded immediately. Here’s why postcards work:
1. Attention-Grabbing: Recipients are almost guaranteed to glimpse the message before discarding, giving you a brief window to capture attention.
2. Economical: At just 35 cents each, which includes design, postage, and mailing lists, postcards offer a smart, scalable marketing strategy.
By persistently sending postcards, prospects are more likely to eventually show interest, either by ordering a catalog or visiting your website.
Smart Marketing Strategies
For best results, advertise top-selling items on your postcard to your target list. Follow this with another postcard featuring a different best-seller a week or two later. Repeat this process four to five times, offering incentives like a free catalog and a discount on first orders placed within a month.
Once your initial rounds are complete, assess the results and continue the cycle. Different people have varying response times, and repeated gentle reminders can eventually lead to engagement.
The Numbers and Communication Game
Marketing is about numbers and communication. Sometimes, multiple nudges are needed before a prospect takes action. By consistently appearing in their mailboxes, you enhance your chances of making an impression.
Incorporating this method saves money and aligns with the strategies of successful retailers and catalogers. Having worked with thriving catalogers, I’ve seen firsthand how effective this approach can be.
Conclusion
Merely creating and sending catalogs is not enough in today’s competitive landscape. Aggressive and smart marketing is crucial. With the overwhelming mass communication of today, staying prominent in your target market’s mind is essential.
Postcards are a savvy marketing tool, and when combined with brochures, they create a powerful strategy. Embrace this approach, and watch your marketing efforts yield results.
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