Marketing

Email Marketing for Local Businesses: Getting Started

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SteadyFlow Team
7 min read
Email
Marketing

The Channel With the Highest ROI in Marketing

For every dollar spent on email marketing, businesses earn an average of $36 back. No other channel comes close. And unlike social media, you own your email list -- no algorithm can take it away.

Email Marketing by the Numbers

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average ROI -- $36 return for every $1 spent

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daily email users worldwide

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of consumers prefer email for marketing communications

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average open rate for small business emails

Email Setup Checklist

Choose an email marketing platform
Create a compelling lead magnet
Add signup forms to your website
Set up a welcome email sequence
Design a newsletter template
Plan your sending schedule
Set up tracking and analytics

Email Campaign Types That Work

Click each card to learn when and how to use these proven email formats.

Welcome Series

Automated emails that introduce new subscribers to your business and build the relationship from day one.

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Monthly Newsletter

Regular updates that keep your business top of mind. Mix helpful content, behind-the-scenes stories, and occasional promotions.

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Promotional Campaigns

Time-limited offers, seasonal promotions, and special deals that drive immediate action.

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Re-engagement Campaigns

Win back subscribers who have not opened your emails in 90 or more days with a targeted re-engagement sequence.

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Start Small, Stay Consistent

You do not need a massive list to see results. A list of 100 engaged subscribers is more valuable than 10,000 disinterested ones. Focus on growing your list organically, sending genuinely useful content, and being consistent with your schedule. The compound effect of email marketing builds over time -- each email strengthens the relationship and moves subscribers closer to becoming customers.

Build a website that captures leads

Every SteadyFlow website is built with lead capture in mind -- from strategically placed forms to compelling calls to action that grow your email list.

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