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What Should I Include in My Auto Reply?

Creating your first auto reply is always exciting! This is your big moment, the first message your subscribers see upon joining your text list. What should you write?

Based on best practices, there are 4 main components to include in any outbound marketing message. Not using mass texting for marketing? Skip on down to the communications content below.

Marketing - 4 Components

1.) Business Name

2.) High Value, Exclusive Offer

3.) Call to Action

4.) Expiration Date

 

Sample Message:

Thanks for joining Java Coffee's chill club, for exclusive offers. Enjoy a free cup of java on us, show at checkout to redeem. Expires: 02/18

4 Msgs/Month. Reply STOP to cancel, HELP for help. Msg&data rates may apply. Terms: slkt.io/AQ9

 

Communications - 3 Components 

1.) Business Name

2.) Valuable Content (event times, closings, etc.)

3.) Call to Action (if steps are needed to be taken)

 

Sample Message:

SlickText: Hey Team! Don't forget about Bring Your Kids to Work day today! Please register your child at the service desk.

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