Why Email Marketing Is Still One of the Best Ways to Grow Your Business

Michelle Bedard • January 16, 2026

Email marketing is not outdated. In fact, it is still one of the most powerful and reliable ways to grow a business.


While social media trends change and algorithms shift, email continues to deliver strong results year after year. Businesses that use email the right way build stronger relationships, drive more sales, and stay in control of their audience.


Why Email Marketing Works So Well

Almost everyone uses email. People may come and go on social media platforms, but email stays consistent. Over time, email marketing has proven to deliver a higher return than most other marketing channels.


For every dollar spent on email marketing, businesses can earn more than $30 back. That makes email one of the highest-performing tools available today.


Email also drives action. People are much more likely to click a link in an email than in a social media post. That’s because email subscribers have already raised their hand and said, “Yes, I want to hear from you.”


This is not always the case with social media, where your posts may or may not be seen at all.



Email Helps You Convert, Not Just Get Seen

Email does more than deliver a message. It helps turn interest into action.


Subscribers coming from email are more likely to:


  • Visit your website
  • Book a service
  • Buy a product
  • Stay connected to your brand


Email allows you to speak directly to your audience without fighting algorithms or competing for attention in a crowded feed.

Why Email Is an Asset You Own

Social media platforms and search engines are owned by third parties. Rules change, reach drops, and accounts can be limited without warning.


Email is different.


When you build an email list, you own it. No single company controls it. You decide how and when you communicate with your audience. This makes your email list one of the most valuable assets your business can have.



What Is an Email Drip Campaign?

An email drip campaign is a series of automated emails sent over time. These emails are triggered when someone signs up through a form on your website or landing page.


For example:


  • A welcome email is sent right away
  • A helpful follow-up email is sent a few days later
  • Educational or promotional emails continue over time


Drip campaigns work quietly in the background, helping you stay in touch without manual effort.

Why Email Drip Campaigns Matter

Email drip campaigns help you:


  • Build trust with new subscribers
  • Stay top of mind with your audience
  • Share helpful content and offers
  • Recover lost sales with reminders
  • Grow consistently without posting daily


They allow your business to keep the conversation going—even when you’re busy.

Ready to Build Smarter Email Campaigns?

Email marketing works best when it’s intentional, clear, and aligned with your business goals.


If you’re not sure what to send, how often to send it, or how to turn subscribers into clients, I can help.


Book a strategy call with me and we’ll map out an email marketing plan that supports your growth and fits your business.

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