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BONUS episode: From Emails to Earnings: My $10K Success Story


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Bonus Episode Title: "From Emails to Earnings: My $10K Success Story"

Episode Summary:

In this bonus episode, join Kay as she unveils the transformative power of email marketing in the art world. Kay shares her personal journey and the remarkable success stories of three distinct email campaigns: from regular sip and paint parties to pet portrait commissions, and a one-time mural promotion that astonishingly generated $10,000. This episode is not just about the figures; it's a deep dive into the strategies, the mindset, and the practical steps that turned simple emails into significant earnings.

Key Highlights:

  1. Sip and Paint Success:

    • How Kay turned a winter slump into a thriving $3,000/month venture with targeted emails for local sip and paint events.
  2. Pet Portrait Commissions:

    • The strategy behind her annual August pet portrait email blast, combining urgency with personal touch, resulting in a substantial income boost.
  3. The $10K Mural Email:

    • Kay recounts her most lucrative campaign, a well-crafted email for flat-rate murals, unexpectedly leading to $10,000 in bookings.
  4. Beyond the Money:

    • Insights into how these campaigns built lasting relationships with clients and bolstered Kay's reputation as a trusted artist in her community.
  5. Email Marketing as a Service:

    • Kay emphasizes the importance of seeing email marketing not just as a sales tool, but as a means to genuinely serve and connect with her audience.

Call to Action:

  • Kay invites listeners to engage with her on Instagram (@theartistguidebusiness) or via email to share their thoughts or their own email marketing triumphs.

Closing Thoughts:

  • Reflecting on the power of intentional, well-crafted email marketing in building a sustainable and profitable art business.

This episode not only provides inspiration but also offers tangible lessons on harnessing the potential of email marketing in the art industry. It's a testament to Kay's innovative approach and her commitment to nurturing genuine connections with her audience.

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