Make the most of December to catch up on planning and get ready for a strong start to 2025.
Even in the busy lead-up to Christmas, a few simple actions this month can set you up for a smooth and successful start to the new year. Here are our tips for getting ahead in 2025.
Analyse Your Top Campaigns
Before the Christmas break, review what worked best in 2024.
Take a quick look at your email marketing analytics to identify top-performing campaigns. Focus on key metrics like open rates, click-through rates and click-to-open rates. Ask yourself:
- Which campaigns really hit the mark this year?
- Were there certain days or times that performed better?
- What type of subject line, content or offer drove the most engagement?
Tip: If you use AI tools, try inputting your key campaign stats and variables such as subject lines into a platform like ChatGPT to get tailored suggestions for next year.
Set Clear Goals for 2025
Take a moment to consider the bigger picture for next year.
What do you want to achieve with your email marketing in 2025? Examples could include:
- Growing your subscriber list
- Boosting engagement rates
- Exploring email automation
You don’t need a detailed plan right now. Just having a direction in mind will make it easier to pick up where you left off when you return to work in January.
Plan for Easy Wins
Get a head start by preparing for the first months of the year.
- List key events, promotions or announcements for January and February
- Create a simple content calendar for your email campaigns
- Draft and schedule your first email if you have time
- Review and update your subscriber lists to improve targeting
These small steps will help you stay ahead and avoid a last-minute scramble in January.
Are Your Tools Up to the Job?
A dedicated email marketing platform could make a big difference.
If you’re using an office email system like Microsoft Office for campaigns, now's the time to plan the switch to a dedicated email marketing platform. Office systems aren’t designed for mass emails and can lead to:
- Challenges with managing unsubscribes and ensuring data privacy
- Inability to track campaign performance effectively
- Damage to your sender reputation, meaning your organisation's regular emails may be blocked by spam filters
A dedicated platform like Smart Messenger makes email marketing simpler and more effective. It helps you stay compliant with data privacy regulations, easily manage unsubscribes and access detailed analytics to refine your campaigns.
Ready to Kick Off 2025?
Get off to a great start with the right support.
Whether you need help setting up your email marketing, creating templates or managing campaigns, we can assist.
Our plans start from just £10 a month, including:
- 1:1 personalised training
- Unlimited phone support
- 1000 email credits
For higher-volume senders, our advanced plans include extra credits and features like automated workflows, landing pages and form builders.
Contact us today to discuss your needs and get started on the path to even greater success in 2025.
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