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Lowering CAC Through Cross-Promotions: A Guide for Subscription Brands
Competition being what it is, subscription brands seek to boost profits by lowering acquisition...
Rick Annichiarico1
Maximizing Paid Subscription Revenue for Publishers
It’s no secret that media companies face a myriad of challenges when it comes to acquiring and retaining subscribers these days. Options are abundant for consumers, subscription fatigue is all too real, and it's hard to compete with free ad-supported news content.
Revenues across the publishing space have declined drastically since 2000, roughly 50%, with almost the same percentage of publishers disappearing entirely during that period. Print revenue has been declining faster than digital revenues can make up for it.
However, there are more and more consumers out there looking to get their content from reliable sources, especially with the onslaught of AI and the ability to quickly generate content for both beneficial and unfortunately detrimental intentions. Clearly, the place to win these consumers is in the digital landscape, and to do that, media brands need to address the affordability issue for many consumers. When reviewing how much consumers can afford, brands need to understand that it's not just about how much their service costs, but also how much all of a consumer's news and subscriptions cost. Maximizing revenues in this new age can be tricky, and new and innovative solutions are needed to adapt and thrive.
One of the key areas publishers are focusing on is pricing. Getting the right price to the right consumer at the right time is crucial. Pricing can be a tricky endeavor. Publishers are often forced to explore free trials and very low introductory rates that balloon shortly after. The result? Churn and the loss of a potential loyal reader.
To complicate matters even further, consumers now view their media subscriptions as one part of their entire portfolio of subscriptions, causing publishers not only to compete against themselves but also against all the other subscriptions currently linked to their credit cards. Streaming services, dating apps, music services, e-learning platforms, wellness apps, and more are all vying for the same consumer dollars. In such a complicated landscape, unique, data-driven pricing and targeting tips are a must for any publisher looking to boost revenues from paying subscribers.
All of these factors have led many high-quality publishers to go behind paywalls and offer more customized pricing options based on data to boost subscribers and revenues.
"Targeted pricing enables companies to better match their customers’ value perception with their relationship. If you have a one-size-fits-all price, you’re going to undercharge some people and unfortunately, you’ll probably overcharge other people, and they’re going to churn. Ideally, you’d like to come up with an equitable price for different segments of the market." - Matt Lindsay, president of subscription management and customer data analytics firm Mather Economics
For example, The Atlantic recently started using tools to offer different prices to users based on the actions they take on their site. They realize that a "one-size-fits-all" price can leave you charging too little to some consumers who really value their brand and too much to others, which can lead to churn. Finding that sweet spot is key.
There are solutions available, like SubSuite, dedicated to supporting media companies' profitability through innovative, collaborative ways to personalize their pricing strategies and boost paid subscribers and retention while lowering acquisition costs.
"Providing trustworthy, reliable, quality content is crucial, and SubSuite diligently addresses the challenges publishers face by offering a powerful solution for them to enhance their subscription business." - Rick Annichiarico, CEO, SubSuite
Targeted Personalization: Unlocking Subscription Potential
SubSuite enables premium publishers to target specific consumers who are already spending money on other services. Through the platform, media brands can offer exclusive and customized pricing options, allowing consumers to add multiple news and media subscriptions to their existing portfolio of services. This targeted personalization empowers these media companies to access an untapped market of consumers seeking tailored news and media experiences.
Reducing Acquisition Costs
Acquiring new subscribers can be an expensive endeavor for media companies. With SubSuite, media brands can leverage collaboration tools and tap into a network of hyper-targeted consumers already engaged with and paying for other subscription services. By joining forces and cross-promoting subscriptions, media companies can significantly reduce acquisition costs and reach a much wider, better-targeted, qualified audience.
Boosting Retention: Loyalty at its Core
Retention is vital for the long-term success of any media company. In addition to its marketing angle, SubSuite's collaborative toolset also offers brands a super sticky subscription loyalty rewards option that provides additional incentives for subscribers to stay engaged and loyal. Through these loyalty tools, media companies can enhance subscriber satisfaction, minimize churn, and maximize their retention rates. By becoming a stable part of a consumer's entire subscription portfolio, brands can add 6-12 months to their LTV (Lifetime Value).
Expanding Reach: Getting in Front of Millions
The collaborative network acts as a gateway to millions of highly targeted consumers. Media companies can take advantage of this exposure by showcasing their offers to relevant audiences actively seeking quality news and media content. By being part of the SubSuite ecosystem, media executives can expand their reach and connect with new audiences to boost subscriber numbers and overall profitability.
The publishing industry continues to transform, but the critical role of quality, trustworthy content is more necessary than ever before. At SubSuite, we are committed to supporting media companies and revolutionizing the subscription industry. We understand the challenges media executives face when acquiring and retaining subscribers while maintaining profitability.
With our loyalty and collaboration tools, media companies can harness the power of personalized pricing, reduce acquisition costs, boost retention rates, and get their offers in front of millions of hyper-targeted consumers. Together, we can drive media success and create a thriving subscription landscape that benefits both media companies and their valued subscribers.
If you're a media executive looking to enhance your subscription business and improve profitability, SubSuite is here to help. We are currently seeking the most innovative publishers to embrace the future with us. Contact us today to learn more about how our platform can transform your subscription strategy.
Revenues across the publishing space have declined drastically since 2000, roughly 50%, with almost the same percentage of publishers disappearing entirely during that period. Print revenue has been declining faster than digital revenues can make up for it.
However, there are more and more consumers out there looking to get their content from reliable sources, especially with the onslaught of AI and the ability to quickly generate content for both beneficial and unfortunately detrimental intentions. Clearly, the place to win these consumers is in the digital landscape, and to do that, media brands need to address the affordability issue for many consumers. When reviewing how much consumers can afford, brands need to understand that it's not just about how much their service costs, but also how much all of a consumer's news and subscriptions cost. Maximizing revenues in this new age can be tricky, and new and innovative solutions are needed to adapt and thrive.
One of the key areas publishers are focusing on is pricing. Getting the right price to the right consumer at the right time is crucial. Pricing can be a tricky endeavor. Publishers are often forced to explore free trials and very low introductory rates that balloon shortly after. The result? Churn and the loss of a potential loyal reader.
To complicate matters even further, consumers now view their media subscriptions as one part of their entire portfolio of subscriptions, causing publishers not only to compete against themselves but also against all the other subscriptions currently linked to their credit cards. Streaming services, dating apps, music services, e-learning platforms, wellness apps, and more are all vying for the same consumer dollars. In such a complicated landscape, unique, data-driven pricing and targeting tips are a must for any publisher looking to boost revenues from paying subscribers.
All of these factors have led many high-quality publishers to go behind paywalls and offer more customized pricing options based on data to boost subscribers and revenues.
"Targeted pricing enables companies to better match their customers’ value perception with their relationship. If you have a one-size-fits-all price, you’re going to undercharge some people and unfortunately, you’ll probably overcharge other people, and they’re going to churn. Ideally, you’d like to come up with an equitable price for different segments of the market." - Matt Lindsay, president of subscription management and customer data analytics firm Mather Economics
For example, The Atlantic recently started using tools to offer different prices to users based on the actions they take on their site. They realize that a "one-size-fits-all" price can leave you charging too little to some consumers who really value their brand and too much to others, which can lead to churn. Finding that sweet spot is key.
There are solutions available, like SubSuite, dedicated to supporting media companies' profitability through innovative, collaborative ways to personalize their pricing strategies and boost paid subscribers and retention while lowering acquisition costs.
"Providing trustworthy, reliable, quality content is crucial, and SubSuite diligently addresses the challenges publishers face by offering a powerful solution for them to enhance their subscription business." - Rick Annichiarico, CEO, SubSuite
Targeted Personalization: Unlocking Subscription Potential
SubSuite enables premium publishers to target specific consumers who are already spending money on other services. Through the platform, media brands can offer exclusive and customized pricing options, allowing consumers to add multiple news and media subscriptions to their existing portfolio of services. This targeted personalization empowers these media companies to access an untapped market of consumers seeking tailored news and media experiences.
Reducing Acquisition Costs
Acquiring new subscribers can be an expensive endeavor for media companies. With SubSuite, media brands can leverage collaboration tools and tap into a network of hyper-targeted consumers already engaged with and paying for other subscription services. By joining forces and cross-promoting subscriptions, media companies can significantly reduce acquisition costs and reach a much wider, better-targeted, qualified audience.
Boosting Retention: Loyalty at its Core
Retention is vital for the long-term success of any media company. In addition to its marketing angle, SubSuite's collaborative toolset also offers brands a super sticky subscription loyalty rewards option that provides additional incentives for subscribers to stay engaged and loyal. Through these loyalty tools, media companies can enhance subscriber satisfaction, minimize churn, and maximize their retention rates. By becoming a stable part of a consumer's entire subscription portfolio, brands can add 6-12 months to their LTV (Lifetime Value).
Expanding Reach: Getting in Front of Millions
The collaborative network acts as a gateway to millions of highly targeted consumers. Media companies can take advantage of this exposure by showcasing their offers to relevant audiences actively seeking quality news and media content. By being part of the SubSuite ecosystem, media executives can expand their reach and connect with new audiences to boost subscriber numbers and overall profitability.
The publishing industry continues to transform, but the critical role of quality, trustworthy content is more necessary than ever before. At SubSuite, we are committed to supporting media companies and revolutionizing the subscription industry. We understand the challenges media executives face when acquiring and retaining subscribers while maintaining profitability.
With our loyalty and collaboration tools, media companies can harness the power of personalized pricing, reduce acquisition costs, boost retention rates, and get their offers in front of millions of hyper-targeted consumers. Together, we can drive media success and create a thriving subscription landscape that benefits both media companies and their valued subscribers.
If you're a media executive looking to enhance your subscription business and improve profitability, SubSuite is here to help. We are currently seeking the most innovative publishers to embrace the future with us. Contact us today to learn more about how our platform can transform your subscription strategy.
