Archive for January, 2008

How to Find the Right Direct Mail Service

Selecting the right direct mail service can be the difference between a successful direct mail marketing program and a complete flop. In a blog entitled, “Choosing a Print Mail Dealer,” DeAnna Spencer lists four different steps you should follow before working with a fulfillment and direct mail marketing service.

The first two steps that Spencer lists involve finding a print mail dealer. Spencer says that by adding yourself to a print mail dealer’s mailing list, you can get some examples of their work before sending out any of your own. Once you’ve found a company whose mailings are up to your standards, Spencer says that the next step is to find out what companies make up the service’s mailing list. According to Spencer, “The best mailing lists in mail order are made up of people who have bought within the past 30 days. Anything over 90 days old shouldn’t be used.”

Now that you’ve selected a fulfillment and direct mail marketing program that is right for your company, you are ready to begin printing. Spencer says that when making your first order, you should request that a copy of the mailing be sent to you. This way you can see exactly what the mailing will look like. The final step Spencer suggests is to ask for a receipt for your mailings, listing the number of pieces mailed and what day they were mailed on.

Although starting a direct mail marketing program can be a little scary, these four steps can make you feel more comfortable when selecting a direct mail service to market your product or service. By knowing more about the mailings they’ve done in the past, and keeping them accountable for the mailings they will eventually do for you, you can increase the chances of having a successful direct mail marketing program.

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Advice on Direct Mail from an Experienced Copywriter

Many people have an opinion about the future of direct mail and its success rates, but many of these people don’t have much knowledge of direct mail or they haven’t had much experience with it. In order to find out more about direct mail and how it can help your company, you need to talk to an expert. On the Direct Creative Blog, Ivan Levison, a professional copywriter who has been writing copy for direct mail for years, is interviewed about direct mail. In this interview, Levison shares some of his experiences with direct mail and gives some advice on how to create a successful direct mail marketing program.

In the blog, entitled “Copywriter Ivan Levison Talks about Direct Mail,” Levison says that whenever he creates a direct mail piece, he tries “to identify the prospect’s pain and make sure that my piece promises a cure.” As the article continues, Levison discusses what he sees the future of direct mail to be, what common mistakes direct mailers make, and what effect the Internet will have on direct mail. When asked what the most important part of a direct mail piece is, Levison explained that the letter ultimately convinces a customer to take advantage of your offer.

According to Levison direct mail is here to stay. By following the advice of someone who has spent years working with direct mail, you can avoid some of the simple mistakes other companies have made and create a direct mail marketing program that will help increase your productivity and ROI.

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How to Use Your Statement Printing to Advertise Your Business

If your company is regularly printing and mailing statements or invoices to your customers, you might be missing out on a great opportunity to advertise your products or services. Instead of simply mailing your past customers bills, you can add a mailer detailing special offers and discounts that will encourage them to make another purchase.

On the Articlesbase website, a blog entitled “Stuff That Mail in Your Business” advises companies to take advantage of the weight the postal service gives you for buying a stamp, by adding a mailer to your statement printing. The blog suggests that “When you mail out your next invoice, make sure that mailing includes other information. It could be a coupon for a discount on your customer`s next purchase or next time they use your service, or even better, some kind of promotion that lets your already existing customer know, that if they refer someone for whatever it is you sell or service you provide, they will receive a significant discount on their next purchase or usage.”

By adding a direct mail piece to your statement printing, you can market your products or services without spending much more than you normally would on your printing services. A fulfillment and direct mail service can help you save time and money on your printing, as well as help you market your business.

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The Benefits of Outsourcing Your Certified Mail Services

Outsourcing certified mail services for your statement printing needs is a great way to save time and money. Because the process is completely automated, you don’t need to worry about loading any software. Partnering with an online statement printing service is a great idea regardless of the volumes you produce. Many statement printing companies offer a free trial so you can see if the process works for you and your company.

There are many benefits to outsourcing your certified mail services. Putting your statement printing needs into someone else’s hands will allow you to save resources because all of the printing and mailing will be done out of house. Instead of storing the various print and mail supplies you need daily, you’ll be able to save space in your office. Countless trips to the post office will be eliminated and you’ll be able to track your certified mail in real-time by simply using the USPS online service.

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