Fwd: Why does a blogger need an email list?

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From: Michelle Schroeder-Gardner <michelle@makingsenseofcents.com>
Date: Sat, Mar 9, 2019, 5:12 AM
Subject: Why does a blogger need an email list?
To: Joao <joaoa.desilva2018@gmail.com>

Hello!

My biggest blogging mistake is that I waited YEARS to start an email list, and then even longer to take it seriously.

Yes, I waited that long!

And, I didn't get serious about that actual email list until just a few months ago, when I switched to Convertkit. I didn't really use my email list because I didn't really understand newsletters, and I also didn't realize how having an email list could help me. Due to that, I didn't start trying to grow my email list until just this year.

Wow, was that a huge mistake!?

I really wish I would have spent more time on my newsletter, but I'm glad I've learned from my mistake.

Due to this, I recommend that all bloggers and affiliate marketers spend time growing their email list.

Here is why all bloggers should have an email list:

1. Your newsletter is all yours. Unlike with social media websites like Pinterest and Facebook, your newsletter and email subscribers are all yours, and you have their undivided attention. You don't have to worry about some social media algorithm not showing your content to your readers, as they are your email subscribers so you aren't fighting with anyone else to have them see your content.
2. The money is in your list. I believe that email/newsletter is the best way to promote an affiliate product. Your email subscribers signed up specifically to hear what YOU have to say, so you definitely have their attention. Your email list, over any other strategy, will almost always lead to more sales.
3. Your email subscribers are loyal followers. If someone is allowing you to show up in their email inbox whenever you want, then they probably trust what you have to say and enjoy listening to you. This is a great way to grow an audience and to grow a loyal audience at that.
4. Email is a great way to deliver other forms of content. With Convertkit (affiliate link), I am able to also create free email courses that can automatically be sent out to my subscribers. This makes life easy because all a reader has to do is sign up, and then Convertkit sends out all the information that they need and drips out the content day by day (or whatever timeframe I choose).

Well, there you have it. Do you have an email list? Why or why not?

If you're interested in ConvertKit, you can check it out here.

Another great email marketing company to check out is Constant Contact. They have great customer service and a free 60 day trial (no credit card required).

Thanks!

Joao

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