Email Marketing And The Cold Call
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Email Marketing and the Cold Call
Summary
Cold call email marketing is increasingly ineffective in terms of return on investment (ROI) and recipient conversion. Yet, many online businesses continue using leased or purchased lists. Why is this outdated method still prevalent?In some cases, affiliate revenue sites use these email marketing plans to boost new ventures, similar to unwelcome telemarketing calls during dinner.
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Cold call email marketing is becoming less effective, offering low ROI and poor recipient conversion. So why do many businesses persist with leased or purchased email lists?Often, these strategies are employed by affiliate sites aiming to profit from new ventures. The result is comparable to intrusive telemarketing calls?"unwelcome and disruptive.
At first glance, mass email campaigns might seem appealing. The belief is that more emails sent equals more potential conversions.
However, this approach rarely succeeds. Here’s why:
1. Cold Calls Don’t Work
Reports consistently show that whether face-to-face or online, cold call marketing is ineffective. The decline of door-to-door salesmen is evidence. The era of vacuum cleaner sales pitches at your doorstep is over, largely due to the difficulties imposed by telemarketing.2. Cold Call Marketing Lacks Targeting
Most purchased email lists are not targeted based on buying habits or personal interests. These lists are often compiled randomly and sold to the highest bidder without meaningful targeting.3. Spam Filters Block Cold Call Emails
Unrequested emails are prime targets for spam filters, which are designed to block unsolicited marketing. Although some emails may get through, most will be stopped before reaching a recipient’s inbox.Effective Alternatives
If cold call email marketing isn't effective, what should online businesses do?Start with strong Search Engine Optimization (SEO) strategies and focus on building traffic. Encourage new visitors to opt into email services that update them on products, offering discounts and coupons.
Emails to these opt-in recipients are less likely to be flagged as spam. Recipients, being familiar with your brand, are more likely to engage with your emails.
Ultimately, a smaller, engaged audience is far more valuable than thousands of uninterested recipients with no tolerance for spam.
By focusing on quality over quantity, your online business can thrive.
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