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Abstract
This study analysed the message strategies used in promotional e-mails and explored differences between the e-mail messages of different goods and service marketers. A content analysis of 698 promotional e-mails offers insights on enhancing the effectiveness of e-mail marketing. The findings revealed a higher incidence of informational subject lines, 'text-only' e-mail bodies, and emotional appeals in e-mail messages for services than for goods. This study is the first attempt to analyse the advertising content of promotional e-mails in India and subsequently offer marketing insights. The results can aid practitioners to design and customise an e-mail message strategy.
期刊介绍:
The IJEMR is a scholarly and refereed journal that provides an authoritative source of information for scholars, academicians, and professionals in the fields of electronic marketing and retailing. The journal promotes the advancement, understanding, and practice of electronic marketing and retailing. Manuscripts offering theoretical, conceptual, and practical contributions are encouraged.