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Email Marketing for New Bloggers with Amy Reinecke and Jennifer Draper
Episode Summary:
Starting a blog can feel like diving into the deep end of the pool (there’s so much happening!)— but with the right guidance, it doesn’t have to be overwhelming.
In this episode, I’m chatting with Amy Reinecke and Jennifer Draper, the brilliant minds behind Spark Media Concepts, creators of The Ultimate Blog Membership, and co-hosts of The Ultimate Blog Podcast.
These two blogging coaches are passionate about helping women turn their blogs into businesses, and today they’re sharing their email marketing wisdom to help you do just that!
Together, we dive into the essentials of email marketing for new bloggers, offering actionable strategies to help you grow your list and build meaningful relationships with your readers — even when you’re just starting out!
We cover the basics of email marketing for new bloggers — from collecting your first email subscribers to sending those oh-so-important welcome emails (yes, even if you only have five people on your list). Plus, they share advanced strategies for growing your list and building genuine connections with your audience over time. If you’re new to blogging or want to refine your email strategy, this episode is full of actionable tips and relatable encouragement to keep you moving forward.
In this episode, you’ll learn about:
- Why email marketing is a must-have foundation for new bloggers.
- The exact steps to start collecting subscribers on day one — no lead magnet required!
- How to create a simple but effective welcome email that sets the tone for your brand.
- The value of consistent communication with your list and how it builds long-term traffic and trust.
- The importance of creating content with your audience’s needs in mind — and how to figure out what they’re looking for.
- More advanced list-growth tips like Raptive’s Spotlight Subscribe forms and Kit’s Creator Network.
- How community and connection can help you stay motivated as you build your blogging business.
About Amy & Jennifer
Amy Reinecke and Jennifer Draper are passionate about helping women create blogs that allow them to build a business that offers them the avenue to their goals and dreams.
They started Spark Media Concepts in 2017 to help women share their stories, passion, expertise, and perspectives to share content that adds value to others via their blog.
They coach bloggers in The Ultimate Blog Membership and weekly on their podcast, The Ultimate Blog Podcast.
EPISODE RESOURCES:
- Free Guide: 8-Step Guide to Image Optimization
- Grow Spotlight Forms
- Hubbub’s “Save This” feature
- Kit’s Creator Network
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About Allea
Allea Grummert is an email marketing strategist & conversion copywriter who helps bloggers make a lasting first impression through automated welcome & nurture sequences. She helps her clients create strategic email sequences that engage email subscribers, build brand loyalty and optimize conversions for sales and site traffic.
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