When I first decided to create a newsletter for my blog, I decided on Mailchimp. I had the worst experience with Mailchimp. I didn’t understand how to use it, I couldn’t find any type of customer service to help me, and aesthetically, I didn’t like it. I had about 50 subscribers on Mailchimp and I decided to no longer put my time and energy into it. Then I found Flodesk! It was like a breath of fresh air. As a lifestyle blogger, it was everything I was looking for to create my newsletter.
Email marketing is so important because it keeps you connected with your audience and it’s a great way to drive traffic to your blog, youtube, instagram, etc. Also, an email list is great because if anything ever happens to one of your social media platforms, you can easily let your audience know the updates. For example, I follow a big fashion/style influencer on instagram and one day I noticed that her instagram was not showing up anymore. It appeared that her page was disabled or taken down. That same day, I received an email from her updating her audience saying that she was experiencing some issues with her instagram account. That simple email helped her stay connected with her audience while her instagram was down. So it’s important that you start your email list ASAP. Here are 4 reasons why I love Flodesk for my newsletter.
1.User Friendly
Anything that is user friendly always makes me smile. I’m a busy mom of two so it’s helpful when things are user friendly. When I signed up for Flodesk, everything was so easy. I considered myself a newbie when it comes to email marketing. So I was happy that Flodesk was easy to set up and it had clear directions for me to get started.
2.Customizable Designs
These customizable designs are perfect. There’s a variety of different options that aesthetically look beautiful. You can easily add in your logo, brand colors, and brand fonts. I can honestly say I was having fun with creating my newsletters and designing using the template options.
3.Reader Friendly
I remember when I first received a newsletter that was from someone that used Flodesk. It was so easy to read. I compare it to reading your favorite magazine. I was eager to open up the newsletter. As a lifestyle blogger, I want my audience to get excited to open up my emails!
4.Great Price, Unlimited Subscribers
Flodesk offers unlimited subscribers, templates, automation, customizable designs, and everything you need to start a successful email list. Flodesk is $38/month but you can get 50% off your first year using my discount link HERE bringing it down to $19/month. You also get a full month free to try it out!
One thing that I know is true, is that if you’re an influencer/blogger and/or entrepreneur then you need an email list! If you already have an email list, you can easily transfer your current email to Flodesk! Also, be sure to check out my blog post 8 Ways to Make Money Blogging.
XO,
Ashley
