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Learn How to Write Auto Responders That Sell

August 7, 2007 by Tom Lindstrom 


What are auto responders? They are software programs that automatically send a response when an email is sent to an individual that has set their limits to have an auto-response. These can be as simple as you would like to make them or as complicated. Having a simple message can make things easier for those that will receive the reply email.

Having an auto-response to emails that come in regarding your company can be a quick way of getting information out, before you address a specific question or problem. This works exceptionally well if you set it up on an email account that is a broad email or is specifically used to relay information to a possible customer.

The key to writing effective auto responders is to have a clear objective from the beginning. Since auto responders are being sent to those who are interested in your goods and services, chances are they have already visited your site or have made a purchase in the past. Auto responders are a way to earn repeat business or to sell a new product.They should not be long and they should have a point that is easy to understand.

While many people use auto responders as a way to reach a large number of people without having to send each person on their mailing list a personal message, you should keep in mind that automated messages do not sell products. Even though your message will be read by thousands of people, making each of them feel special is the goal. Those who receive your message should feel like it was to them from you personally.

When writing your message, use a conversational tone. Always include your full name, your company name, and URL so customers can click on it easily when they want to visit your site. Your message should only be one or two paragraphs in length and should mention your web site once or twice.

Auto-responders can be added to your computer system in two ways. The first is to pay an outside company to run those for you. They can be costly, but will not take much time to program for the computer savvy company. You will just need to specify to them what you would like it to say and to which email addresses you would like it connected to. A second option is buying and installing a program that you can manipulate from your office. This takes someone who knows something about programming and some skill in using advanced programs.

Don’t use auto responders to plug everyday products. This is a waste of time and if those on your email list receive too many messages, they will want to opt out. Save auto responders for holidays, special sales, new products launches, or any other time you have something important to say.

In your opening paragraph, introduce your product. Tell the customer when it is available and where they can find it. Since most people do not take the time to read entire emails from companies and small businesses, you should include contact information in the beginning and at the end of your message. In second paragraph, you can describe the benefits and features of the new product and offer advice on using it.

Since sales letters are generally ignored by customers, an effective auto responder should not sound like you are trying to sell something. Instead, it should sound more like an update or a friendly reminder to visit your web site. In the subject line, you should include your company name so people will know it’s from you. Since spamming has become a big issue in recent years, wording your message and your subject line correctly will keep your message from the bulk mail pile.

Some of you may want to set up an auto-responder but have no idea where to start. Well there is a list building guide called “Big List Bucks” that shows you exactly what you will have to do to set one up.

The guide contains information in video format that will show you how to:

-find a good auto-responder
-create a list account
-set up your messages to go out in sequence
-create titles for your messages that will increase the chances of people opening them
-create emails that will encourage your list to check out your offers

This package contains all the information that you need to finally get started on building a profitable list. All the information is laid out in easy to follow videos that will make the hard scary part of starting, a breeze. If you learn better by reading text, the guide is also available in pdf format.

Click here to learn more about Big List Bucks - List building guide

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2 Responses to “Learn How to Write Auto Responders That Sell”

  1. PlugIM.com on August 7th, 2007 8:28 am

    Learn How to Write Auto Responders That Sell

    Learn a few good tips of how to write auto responders that produce results.

  2. 6 Innovative Ways To Use Your Autoresponder | The Home Business Archive on August 30th, 2007 6:33 am

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