How to Determine a Marketing Strategy for Your Business

Andres Ocampo

August 11, 2025

Glossary of Terms

Term	Definition
Marketing Budget	The portion of overall business funds allocated to marketing efforts.
Fixed Budget Approach	A marketing budget strategy based on a set dollar amount, not tied to revenue.
Revenue Percentage	A budget strategy that ties marketing spend to a percentage of sales revenue.
KPI (Key Performance Indicator)	Metrics used to evaluate the success of marketing activities.
Multi-Channel Marketing	Using more than one channel (email, ads, SEO, etc.) simultaneously.
Sales Attribution	The process of identifying which marketing channel or campaign led to a sale.

The Complete Marketing Strategy Guide for Small Businesses (Online & Offline)

Marketing isn’t just a department—it’s the engine of your business. Whether you’re a Shopify startup or a brick-and-mortar boutique, you need a strategy rooted in data, intention, and profitability.

Let’s build you a strategy that scales—without wasting a single dollar.

Step 1: Set a Realistic Marketing Budget

Your budget isn’t just a number—it’s a signal of your priorities. Here are the two most effective models:

1. Fixed Budget Approach

Perfect for early-stage brands or bootstrapped businesses:

Set aside a dollar amount (e.g., $500–$2,000/month)
Spend primarily on brand awareness and audience growth
Prioritize ROI-positive channels like email and organic social

2. Revenue Percentage Approach

Used by scaling or stable businesses:

Allocate 7%–12% of gross revenue to marketing
If you made $500k last year, spend ~$35k–$60k
Works best with margins over 10% (or you’ll lose money on each sale)

Pro Tip: Use a spreadsheet to forecast ROI per channel before you commit spend.

Step 2: Set Clear Marketing Goals

Without clear goals, you’ll spend endlessly without direction. Use these three core goal categories:

1. Awareness Goals

Grow Instagram following from 1K to 10K
Increase site traffic by 50% in 3 months

2. Conversion Goals

Turn 5% of traffic into email subscribers
Reach 3% site conversion rate

3. Retention Goals

Increase repeat purchase rate by 20%
Boost email open rates by 10%

Keep each goal tied to a time frame and a numeric target.

Step 3: Choose the Right Channels for Your Business

No brand wins everywhere—so don’t try to be everywhere. Prioritize channels based on:

Your audience
Your offer
Your content resources
Your budget

Young Businesses

Focus on 1–2 channels
Recommended: Email, organic Instagram, paid Meta ads

Established Brands

Run full-funnel campaigns across:
- Paid social (FB/IG, TikTok)
- Email marketing
- SEO
- Influencer partnerships
- SMS

How to Choose Channels:

Audience	Best Channels
Gen Z	TikTok, Instagram, SMS
Millennials	Instagram, Email, YouTube
Professionals	LinkedIn, Email, Google Ads

Step 4: Track Success with Smart KPIs

You can’t scale what you can’t measure. Set up dashboards (Klaviyo, GA4, Meta Ads Manager) and measure:

Awareness Metrics

Followers
Email list growth
Traffic sources

Conversion Metrics

ROAS (Return on Ad Spend)
Cost per acquisition (CPA)
Add-to-cart and checkout rates

Engagement Metrics

Email open and click rates
Social comments, DMs, shares

Tools to Use:

Google Analytics
Hotjar (behavioral insights)
Klaviyo (email/SMS tracking)
Meta Pixel (for ads)

Step 5: Iterate, Test, and Grow

Don’t “set it and forget it.” Great marketing is 50% strategy, 50% optimization.

How to Test:

A/B test subject lines, creative, and offers
Test channels against each other (FB vs TikTok vs YouTube Shorts)
Adjust copy based on data—not opinions

Weekly Metrics to Review:

Campaign ROAS
Website conversion rate
Email CTR and open rate
Organic vs paid performance

Monthly Planning:

Review top-performing content
Reallocate budget to top channels
Plan 2–3 test campaigns per month

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. How much should a small business spend on marketing?
Between 7%–12% of gross revenue is typical, depending on your margins and growth goals.

2. What’s the most cost-effective marketing channel?
Email marketing. It has the highest ROI and lowest barrier to entry.

3. How do I know which marketing channel is best for my business?
Follow your audience—where they spend time, you should too. Start with one channel and scale.

4. What KPIs should I track weekly?
Start with CTR, ROI, CPA, email open rates, and traffic by channel.

5. Should I hire an agency or keep marketing in-house?
Early on, learn it in-house. Once you can afford $5k+/month, consider experts to scale faster.

6. How often should I review my marketing plan?
At least monthly. Quarterly reviews are essential for pivots and big campaigns.

Final Thoughts

Marketing isn’t an expense—it’s an investment. Your job as a founder or marketer isn’t to “be on every channel.” It’s to make every dollar work harder than the last.

Start lean. Move fast. Measure everything. And always—always—build for the long game.

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Glossary Term Definition CRO Conversion Rate Optimization – improving the percentage of users who take a desired action. CTR Click-Through Rate – the percentage of people who click a link in your email. AOV Average Order Value – the average dollar amount spent per order. CRM Customer Relationship Management – software for managing customer data […]

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August 12, 2025

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How to Determine the Profitability of Your eCommerce Website

Glossary Term Definition AOV (Average Order Value) Average revenue generated per order. Bounce Rate Percentage of users who leave the site without any interaction. Add-to-Cart Rate Percentage of users who add at least one item to their cart. Cart Abandonment Rate Percentage of shoppers who add products to their cart but do not complete the […]

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August 12, 2025

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Multi-Channel eCommerce: The Key to Growing Your Online Business

Glossary Term Definition Multi-Channel eCommerce Selling products across more than one digital platform (e.g., Amazon, Instagram, and your website). Omnichannel An integrated sales approach that provides customers with a seamless experience across online and in-store environments. Inventory Management System (IMS) A tool used to track inventory levels, orders, and sales across all platforms. Channel Diversification […]

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August 12, 2025

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Understanding eCommerce Conversion Rate & Optimization

Glossary Term Definition CRO (Conversion Rate Optimization) The practice of increasing the percentage of visitors who take a desired action on a website. Conversion Rate The ratio of conversions (sales, signups, etc.) to total site visitors, expressed as a percentage. Rage Click When users repeatedly click a non-functional or confusing element due to frustration. Heatmap […]

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August 12, 2025

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How to Optimize Your eCommerce Website for More Conversions

Glossary Term Definition CRO (Conversion Rate Optimization) The practice of improving the percentage of website visitors who complete a desired action like purchase or sign-up. AOV (Average Order Value) The average amount spent each time a customer places an order. Bounce Rate The percentage of visitors who leave your site without clicking or taking any […]

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August 12, 2025

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Top 3 eCommerce and Digital Marketing Trends for 2025

Glossary Term Definition DKIM, SPF, DMARC Email authentication protocols that prevent spoofing and ensure deliverability. CDP (Customer Data Platform) Software that consolidates and unifies customer data from multiple sources. Hyper-Personalization Real-time, data-driven customization of marketing messages at the individual level. Deliverability The ability of an email to reach the recipient’s inbox without bouncing or being […]

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August 12, 2025

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Optimizing Your Email Marketing Strategy: A/B Testing Explained

Glossary Term Definition A/B Testing (Split Testing) Comparing two versions of an email to see which performs better. CTR (Click-Through Rate) The percentage of recipients who clicked a link within the email. Conversion Rate The percentage of users who completed a desired action after clicking an email link. CTA (Call to Action) A prompt that […]

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August 12, 2025

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35 Eye-Opening Email Marketing Stats You Need to Know

Glossary Term Definition CTR (Click-Through Rate) The percentage of email recipients who click a link within the email. Open Rate The percentage of emails opened compared to those delivered. Personalization Customizing content based on subscriber behavior, interests, or demographics. Segmentation Dividing your email list into subgroups based on data to send targeted messages. Abandoned Cart […]

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August 12, 2025

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7 Email Marketing Tips to Boost Your SEO

Glossary Term Definition Email Marketing A direct marketing channel that uses emails to engage, convert, and retain an audience. SEO (Search Engine Optimization) The practice of increasing website visibility in organic search results using keyword strategies, content creation, and technical improvements. Backlinks Inbound links from external websites that point to your site, helping improve authority […]

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August 12, 2025

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11 Common Email Marketing Mistakes That Are Tanking Your Conversions (And How to Fix Them)

Glossary Term Definition A/B Testing A method of comparing two versions of an email to determine which performs better. CTA (Call to Action) A prompt in your email that tells the reader what to do next (e.g., “Shop Now”). Dark Mode A display setting where background colors are dark and text is light; increasingly common […]

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August 12, 2025

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Strategic SEO Tips for Email Marketing: Boost Engagement and ROI

Glossary Term Definition Email Marketing A direct marketing channel using email to promote products or services and nurture relationships. SEO (Search Engine Optimization) The practice of improving a website’s visibility in organic search results through keyword optimization, content structure, and technical performance. CTR (Click-Through Rate) The percentage of email recipients who click on a link […]

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August 12, 2025

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How to Measure and Increase Email Marketing ROI (Plus Templates That Convert!)

Glossary Term Definition ROI (Return on Investment) A measure of the profitability of an investment, calculated by comparing revenue to cost. Welcome Series A sequence of emails sent automatically to new subscribers to introduce the brand and encourage a first purchase. Segmentation Dividing your email list based on customer data like behavior, demographics, or engagement. […]

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August 12, 2025

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Do Lifecycle Email Campaigns Really Drive Conversions? Here’s What We Found

Glossary Term Definition Lifecycle Emails Automated or manual campaigns designed to target customers based on their stage in the customer journey. One-Time Buyer A customer who has purchased once but has not returned or subscribed. Lapsed Customer A previously active buyer or subscriber who has not engaged or purchased within a defined period. AOV (Average […]

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August 12, 2025

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How to Use Remailing in Your Email Marketing Strategy

Glossary Term Definition Remailing The practice of resending a modified version of an email campaign to subscribers who didn’t engage with the original send. Click-Through Rate (CTR) The percentage of recipients who clicked a link in your email. Open Rate The percentage of recipients who opened your email. AI Optimization Use of artificial intelligence to […]

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August 12, 2025

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B2B Email Marketing: Building Relationships and Converting Leads

B2B Email Marketing is a powerful tool to strengthen relationships, generate quality leads, and drive business growth through targeted email campaigns. Glossary of Key Terms Term Definition B2B (Business-to-Business) Marketing between businesses (not consumers). Often involves longer sales cycles and multiple decision-makers. MQL (Marketing Qualified Lead) A lead who has shown interest but is not […]

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August 12, 2025

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Core Email Marketing Flows: 2025 Essentials for Shopify

Glossary Term Definition Email Flow A series of automated emails triggered by customer behavior or actions. Campaign A one-time email sent to a specific list or segment, typically for promotions or updates. AOV (Average Order Value) The average amount spent each time a customer places an order. LTV (Customer Lifetime Value) The total revenue a […]

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August 12, 2025

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Top 5 Revenue-Generating Email Marketing Journeys (Straight from a Klaviyo Partner Agency)

Glossary Term Definition Email Journey / Flow A pre-scheduled sequence of emails triggered by user behavior or timing. Segmentation Grouping subscribers based on shared behaviors, interests, or attributes. Dynamic Blocks Custom email content that automatically changes based on subscriber data. LTV (Lifetime Value) A metric measuring the total revenue a customer generates throughout their relationship […]

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August 12, 2025

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The Long and the Short of It: Getting to “Yes” with Email Marketing

Glossary of Key Terms ✅ Short-Term Leads: Prospects ready to purchase soon with minimal persuasion. ✅ Long-Term Leads: Prospects that need nurturing, trust-building, and time before they convert. ✅ Abandoned Cart Email: Automated emails sent to users who add items to cart but do not purchase. ✅ Welcome Series: A set of introductory emails triggered […]

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August 12, 2025

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10 Email Marketing KPIs Every Marketer Needs to Know

Glossary of Email Marketing KPIs Term Definition Open Rate (OR) The percentage of delivered emails that were opened by recipients. Click Rate (CR) Percentage of delivered emails where any link was clicked. Click-Through Rate (CTR) Percentage of opened emails where links were clicked. Revenue Per Recipient (RPR) Total revenue generated divided by the number of […]

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August 12, 2025

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3 Steps to Spring Clean Your Email Marketing Platform

📚 Glossary Term Definition Email List Hygiene The practice of removing unengaged, inactive, or invalid subscribers to improve email performance. Segmentation Dividing your email list into targeted groups based on behavior, interests, or demographics. Email Flow (Automation) A series of automated emails triggered by customer behavior or specific timing rules. Re-engagement Campaign A flow or […]

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August 12, 2025

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How to Use Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Email Marketing in 2024

Glossary of AI Email Marketing Terms Term Definition AI (Artificial Intelligence) The simulation of human intelligence by machines to automate decisions and actions. NLG (Natural Language Generation) AI technology that creates written content using data and training models. Predictive Analytics AI-driven forecasts of customer behavior like purchase timing or churn risk. Smart Send Time AI-calculated […]

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August 12, 2025

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How To Create Marketing Emails That Engage Your Audience and Get Results

Glossary of Key Email Marketing Design Terms Term Definition Brand Identity The visual and tonal style that defines how a company is recognized across communication channels. Buyer Persona A detailed description of a brand’s ideal customer, including interests, behavior, and pain points. Mobile-First Design The approach of designing emails with the mobile user as the […]

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August 12, 2025

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Why SMS is the Perfect Addition to Any Marketing Mix

SMS Marketing Terminology Term Definition SMS Short Message Service – 160-character text messages sent to mobile devices MMS Multimedia Messaging Service – Texts that include images, videos, or audio 2FA Two-Factor Authentication – Adds security by sending login verification via SMS Click-Through Rate (CTR) The % of users who click a link inside your message […]

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August 12, 2025

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Why Personalization is Critical for eCommerce Growth

Glossary of Personalization Terms Why Personalization is a Non-Negotiable in eCommerce We live in a hyper-curated world. Spotify builds your playlist. Netflix serves your next binge. Amazon remembers your last order. This isn’t just convenience—it’s table stakes. In eCommerce, personalization is no longer a luxury—it’s a requirement. Shoppers expect brands to remember their preferences, recommend […]

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August 12, 2025

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How to Grow Your Startup’s Email List: Lessons from Daycation

Glossary Term Definition Email List Building The process of growing a database of subscriber emails, typically for marketing, nurturing, and customer acquisition purposes. Lead Magnet A valuable incentive (e.g., discount, freebie, download) offered in exchange for a user’s email address. Landing Page A dedicated standalone web page created to achieve a specific goal, such as […]

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August 12, 2025

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How We Achieved a 27% Winback Rate with a Smart Email Strategy for Dumpling

Glossary Why This Case Study Matters Email marketing is still the undisputed ROI king—delivering $36+ for every $1 spent—but only when emails are seen, opened, and acted on. For growth-stage apps like Dumpling, user acquisition is only half the battle. True scale comes from activation and retention. That’s where email comes in. Dumpling wasn’t just […]

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August 12, 2025

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The Hidden Pitfalls of Email Marketing: Blacklists and Spam Traps

Glossary Term Definition Blacklist A list of IPs or domains flagged for sending spam; getting blacklisted severely damages your email deliverability. Spam Trap Fake or dormant email addresses used to catch bad senders; emailing them harms your sender reputation. Pristine Spam Trap A spam trap email address that has never belonged to a real person […]

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August 12, 2025

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The iOS18 Mail Update: What Marketers Need to Know

Glossary Term Definition iOS 18 Apple’s newest software update with big changes to how email works and looks. Priority Messages A feature that pushes urgent or important emails to the top of the inbox. Digest View Groups emails by who sent them and whether they’ve been read, for a cleaner inbox. Auto Categorization Like Gmail […]

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August 12, 2025

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Supercharging Customer Journey Automations with Email Touchpoints

Glossary Term Definition Customer Journey All the steps someone takes with your brand—from first discovery to becoming a loyal customer. Email Flow / Automation A set of emails triggered by actions like signups or purchases, sent automatically. Data Capture Collecting info like emails, phone numbers, or preferences through forms and popups. Welcome Series A set […]

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August 12, 2025

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Why Your Abandoned Cart Series Needs More Than One Email

Glossary Term Definition Abandoned Cart When a shopper adds items to their cart but leaves without completing the purchase. Abandoned Cart Flow A series of emails or SMS sent after cart abandonment to recover the sale. UGC (User-Generated Content) Photos, reviews, or videos created by customers that brands use in marketing. Dynamic Discount Code A […]

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August 12, 2025

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13 Simple Design Hacks Using Klaviyo Email Marketing & Shopify

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5 Simple Tactics to Grow Your Klaviyo SMS List Without Overcomplicating Things

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Why Klaviyo SMS Crushes Other SMS Providers (And How Ignoring It Costs You Revenue)

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10 Klaviyo Strategies That Drove Over $50 Million for Our Clients

Glossary of Terms Term Definition Klaviyo An email and SMS marketing platform designed for eCommerce brands to automate, personalize, and analyze customer communication. Automation Flow A sequence of pre-set messages triggered by specific user actions like purchases, form fills, or cart abandons. Segmentation The act of dividing your email/SMS list into groups based on behavior, […]

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Tactic	Strategy
✅ Front-load urgency	Use action words like “Today only,” “Limited,” “Your order is waiting”
✅ Subject line clarity	Be specific. Skip vague copy like “Here’s something for you…”
✅ Content relevance	Only send what the subscriber actually cares about. Personalize.