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Three Do’s and Don’ts if You are Considering Direct Mail Marketing
Dear Millennials peeking at Snapchat and humming along to the Black Keys: Direct mail might seem like a dusty playground for Tyrannosaurus Rex, but it still has relevance. Yes, direct mail works—especially if you keep the 40/40/20 rule in mind. Forty percent of your...
How and when you should actually use direct mail?
William Shakespeare wrote, “Ripeness is all” in the fifth act of King Lear. Truly there is a “right” time to do most things. Direct mail is no different. Send your direct mail piece to the wrong demographic at the wrong time of year and you might spend good money and...
If Your Direct Mail Marketing Isn’t Working, This Could Be Why
Your list, list broker, audience demographics, and ad content could all be culprits to an unsuccessful direct mail marketing campaign. This article gives great tips for creating urgency, reaching the right people and using tracking to help you continuously improve...
9 Tips for Political Direct Mail Pieces We Should All Follow
These 9 tips explore best practices and tactics to run the most effective direct mail campaign possible. From audience and planning, formatting and design, timing and costs, this article digs deep into the strategy of running a political direct mail campaign, but the...
Direct Mail Still Works in 2019—How It Fits In With Integrated Marketing
Using many media channels to reach your customer is important “…but marketers should not overlook the proven and effective channel of the mailbox,” says Curtis Tingle, chief marketing officer at Valassis, a media delivery firm. Balancing different marketing avenues to...
Programmatic Direct Mail Drives Results
Programmatic direct mail programs usually involve a marriage of data, behavior based signals and automation to identify consumers with interest in a product or service. IN today's modern world, this technique has been somewhat limited to online advertising. But with...
16 Tips for Crafting a Powerful Postcard Campaign
Mike Rosen, president of consulting firm ML Innovations, Inc., admits he chucks a lot of direct mail into the trash. In a recent blog, he analyzes a successful piece of direct mail that halted that instinct and held his attention. The piece was a post card with no...
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How to Make Direct Mail Services More Cost-Efficient for Your Business
Direct mail has been an effective marketing medium for a very long time, and continues to be so even in this digital era. In fact, according to the Direct Mail Association Factbook, direct mail prompted a purchase in 65% of consumers in 2013. However, in spite of its...
Why Your Small Business May Need Direct Mail Services for its Survival
Good marketing strategies, many including direct mail marketing programs, is one reason why small businesses succeed.
RECENT NEWS FOR DIRECT MAIL FROM PLUMB MARKETING (OUR PARENT COMPANY)
The articles below first appeared on Plumb Marketing.
- Proven Strategies for Powerful Print & Direct Mail Campaignsby Yvette on June 4, 2025 at 4:32 pm
Explore how effective design, smart targeting, and compelling messaging can transform your print and direct mail efforts. Learn what works—drawn from industry best practices and time-tested techniques that drive engagement and results. In today’s digital-first world, it’s easy to overlook the power of print. But the truth is, direct mail remains one of the [...] The post Proven Strategies for Powerful Print & Direct Mail Campaigns appeared first on Plumb Marketing.
- How Automation is Revolutionizing Direct Mail Fulfillmentby Yvette on May 20, 2025 at 2:00 pm
When you think about direct mail, you might picture stacks of paper, manual labeling, and endless trips to the post office. But today, direct mail fulfillment is undergoing a major transformation, thanks to the power of automation. Businesses of all sizes are now able to streamline production, reduce errors, lower costs, and get their [...] The post How Automation is Revolutionizing Direct Mail Fulfillment appeared first on Plumb Marketing.
- Seasonal Marketing Ideas: How to Use Print and Direct Mail for Maximum Impactby Yvette on May 6, 2025 at 2:00 pm
Seasonal marketing is one of the most powerful ways to connect with your audience at just the right moment. Whether it’s a holiday celebration, back-to-school rush, or even a local event, people are naturally more receptive to messages that fit the season. And when it comes to delivering those messages, few channels are more [...] The post Seasonal Marketing Ideas: How to Use Print and Direct Mail for Maximum Impact appeared first on Plumb Marketing.
- The Power of Targeted Mailing Lists: Reaching the Right Audience with Precisionby Yvette on April 16, 2025 at 3:00 pm
In the world of direct mail marketing, success isn’t just about sending out as many mailers as possible—it’s about sending them to the right people. That’s where targeted mailing lists come in. By focusing on the right audience, you can increase response rates, reduce costs, and maximize your return on investment. At Plumb Marketing, [...] The post The Power of Targeted Mailing Lists: Reaching the Right Audience with Precision appeared first on Plumb Marketing.
- 10 Mistakes to Avoid When Outsourcing Your Print and Direct Mail Servicesby Yvette on April 2, 2025 at 3:00 pm
Outsourcing your print and direct mail services can be a game-changer for your business—saving time, reducing costs, and ensuring professional-quality results. But like any business decision, there are pitfalls to avoid. Whether you’re ordering business cards or launching a full-scale direct mail campaign, here are ten common mistakes that can lead to headaches, wasted [...] The post 10 Mistakes to Avoid When Outsourcing Your Print and Direct Mail Services appeared first on Plumb Marketing.
- How to Track ROI for Your Direct Mail Campaignsby Yvette on March 19, 2025 at 3:00 pm
Direct mail remains a powerful marketing tool, offering high engagement rates and a tangible presence that digital marketing cannot replicate. However, one of the most common concerns businesses have is how to track the return on investment (ROI) of their direct mail campaigns effectively. Fortunately, with the right tracking methods—including QR codes, personalized URLs [...] The post How to Track ROI for Your Direct Mail Campaigns appeared first on Plumb Marketing.
- Direct Mail vs. Email: Why Both Are Essential for an Integrated Marketing Strategyby Yvette on March 5, 2025 at 6:56 pm
In the ever-evolving world of marketing, businesses are constantly seeking the best ways to reach their audience. With the rise of digital marketing, many companies have shifted their focus to email campaigns, assuming that traditional methods like direct mail are obsolete. However, the most effective marketing strategies embrace both direct mail and email, leveraging [...] The post Direct Mail vs. Email: Why Both Are Essential for an Integrated Marketing Strategy appeared first on Plumb Marketing.
- The Anatomy of an Effective Direct Mail Campaignby Yvette on February 19, 2025 at 3:00 pm
In today’s digital age, it’s easy to overlook the power of direct mail. However, with the right strategy, direct mail can be a highly effective way to reach your audience, engage them on a personal level, and drive meaningful results while building a loyal customer base. Whether you're targeting new customers or re-engaging existing [...] The post The Anatomy of an Effective Direct Mail Campaign appeared first on Plumb Marketing.
- Eco-Friendly Printing: How to Go Green with Your Direct Mail Campaignsby Yvette on February 5, 2025 at 4:50 pm
Direct mail remains a powerful tool for businesses to connect with their audiences, but as concerns about environmental sustainability grow, marketers are rethinking their printing practices. Today, it’s possible to run effective direct mail campaigns while reducing your environmental footprint. By incorporating sustainable printing practices, eco-conscious materials, and thoughtful strategies, you can align your [...] The post Eco-Friendly Printing: How to Go Green with Your Direct Mail Campaigns appeared first on Plumb Marketing.
- Top 5 Design Trends in Print Marketing for 2025by Yvette on January 22, 2025 at 2:00 pm
As we enter 2025, print marketing continues to evolve, proving its relevance and effectiveness in an increasingly digital world. With fresh design trends emerging, businesses have new opportunities to make their direct mail and print campaigns more engaging, memorable, and effective. Let’s explore the top five design trends shaping print marketing in 2025 and [...] The post Top 5 Design Trends in Print Marketing for 2025 appeared first on Plumb Marketing.
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