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Why Most Direct Mail Testing Never Happens
Direct mail marketers know they should test. Testing can help improve response rates, identify stronger creative, refine offers, and provide valuable insight into what motivates an audience to...
The Biggest Myth About Direct Mail A/B Testing
The Biggest Myth About Direct Mail A/B Testing
A/B testing sounds simple. Create two versions of a direct mail package. Mail Version A to one group. Mail Version B to another. Compare response...
The Hidden Cost of Mailing the Same Direct Mail Package Every Time
The Hidden Cost of Mailing the Same Direct Mail Package Every Time
Using the same direct mail package repeatedly can feel like the safest strategy. The package has been approved. Production is...
Can a Google Ad Really Turn a Stranger Into a Donor?
Five Things Every Direct Mail Campaign Should Test
What should you test in a direct mail campaign?
This is one of the most important questions in direct mail strategy because dozens of variables can influence performance.
Your audience matters.
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Year-End Stewardship: Making Time for Gratitude During the Busy Giving Season
For nonprofit fundraisers, the final months of the year can feel like a race to the finish. Appeals are going out. GivingTuesday is approaching. Donor outreach ramps up. Gifts need to be processed...
Snap Packs in Direct Response: The Pros, Cons and Best Practices Behind the Format
In a crowded mailbox, getting noticed is the first challenge. Getting someone to respond is another. That distinction is important when talking about Snap Packs.
Snap Packs, sometimes called...
How to Track Engagement in Direct Mail
Four Methods That Close the Gap Between Mailbox and Measurable Results
For a long time, direct mail had a perception problem. You could track when it dropped. You could estimate when it arrived. But...
Omnichannel Marketing: How Direct Mail Connects Physical & Digital
Omnichannel Isn’t Optional Anymore
Omnichannel marketing isn’t about being everywhere — it’s about being connected everywhere. Today’s consumers move fluidly between physical and digital touchpoints,...
Personalization in Healthcare: Boosting Patient Engagement & Outcomes
In today's on-demand world, personalization isn't just a buzzword, it's a patient expectation. From customized playlists to tailored shopping experiences, people are used to interactions that...
5 Best Practices for Effective Healthcare Direct Mail Campaigns
Direct mail is far from a relic of the past, especially in the healthcare industry. In an era dominated by digital ads and online ads, which often overwhelm consumers, direct mail stands out by...