Investing in direct
mail for customer acquisition? Your competitors are! As their efforts become
more proactive and strategic, how do you plan to attract those same customers
before your competitors do? Here are three proven strategies for grabbing
attention in the mailbox.
1. Use dimensional mail.
In a stack of
envelopes, a padded envelope, a package, or some other three-dimensional mailer
gets attention. Usually, these are opened first. While dimensional mailers cost
more than flat mailers, they get response rates that can make your mouth water.
According to the Direct Marketing Association, dimensional mailers receive
response rates 200% – 300% higher than flat mailers. So when your marketing
ideas take shape, make it a literal shape!
2. Try out unusual finishes,
folds, and bindings.
Tangible elements
are what make the print channel stand out. Consider using some of the many spot
coatings, textured coatings, die cuts, pop-outs, and foldouts that your
customers don’t see every day. If you have been meaning to investigate fresh
new options and still haven’t had an excuse to do it, now you do.
3. Try new mailing formats.
Not all mailing
formats are created equal. There are many different formats available: postcards,
folded mailers, mailers placed into envelopes, envelopes that are personalized,
envelopes that are not personalized, window envelopes, and more. Envelopes and
mailers can be different sizes, thicknesses, and colors. Experiment with
colored substrates, clear envelopes, and on-envelope personalization.
It’s time to get
noticed! If you need some ideas or want to test new formats, substrates, and
finishing options, just ask.
Please give us a call at 440-946-0606
Or visit our website here for more information.
Please give us a call at 440-946-0606
Or visit our website here for more information.