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Thursday, Jan 9
đ¨ In todayâs newsletter đ¨
Automate Your Day: Email, Meetings, Done
How Obvi Flipped the Board on a Major Disaster
Launching a New Product? Take Notes from Aura Bora.
How Vita Coco Turned Coconut Water into a $380 Million Empire
DTC Playbook: Grazaâs Website
Big Brand Strategies, Straight to Your Inbox!
Latest News: Over a third of consumers took on debt this holiday season & moreâŚ
Let's Dive Into It! đ
#1
Automate Your Day: Email, Meetings, Done
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#2
How Obvi Flipped the Board on a Major Disaster
Imagine pouring months into crafting the perfect product, dreaming of it flying off Walmartâs shelvesâonly to be told itâs one of the worst performers in the category. Gut-wrenching, isnât it?
But every setback has a silver lining. Thatâs the heart of Ronâs latest thread: turning a crushing failure into a roadmap for growth. Because letâs face it, the best lessons are hard earned.
#3
Launching a New Product? Take Notes from Aura Bora.
Happy Thursday!
Hereâs the thingâAura Boraâs Raspberry Vanilla launch email doesnât just scream âLook at our product!â It makes you feel something. Thatâs what a great email does.
Hereâs why it works:
The Hook:
âHellooo Raspberry Vanillaââplayful, loud, and impossible to ignore. It sets the vibe right away.
It Sells the Experience, Not the Product:
Talking about âjuicy raspberriesâ and âcooling summer treatsâ is the kind of sensory copy that gets people craving before theyâve even clicked.
Itâs Got Personality:
They introduce Vanillo the Armadillo. Is it random? Yes. Does it work? 100%. People buy from brands they connect with, and a quirky mascot is an easy win.
Theyâre Playing the Long Game:
The âFlavor of the Monthâ subscription is retention gold. Theyâre not just selling you one canâtheyâre locking you in for monthly drops.
What You Can Steal for Your Next Launch Email:
A bold hook that makes people pause.
Copy that makes them feel the product, not just read about it.
A dash of personalityâyour brand should feel human.
Link your launch to retention (subscriptions, repeat buys, etc.).
Alright folks, thatâs it for today!
-Ibrahim
#4
How Vita Coco Turned Coconut Water into a $380 Million Empire
From $75,000 and maxed-out credit cards to $380 million in salesâVita Coco's founders, Michael and Ira, built an empire by moving fast, refining their product based on customer feedback, and making coconut water a household name. They tapped into the growing health trend, embraced their identity, and became the go-to brand in a crowded market.
#5
DTC Playbook: Grazaâs Website
Welcome back to the DTC Playbook! So far, weâve explored Grazaâs Tech Stack, their Meta Ads strategy, and their Social Media strategy. Today, weâre diving into their websiteâthe heart of every e-commerce brand.
Your website is where visitors turn into customersâor wasted marketing dollars. A well-crafted website not only informs but also converts.
Grazaâs site stands out for one key reason: they always show their product in action.
Letâs break it down with examples.
1. Immersive Hero Banner
Homepage Banner
The homepage opens with a video banner that shows Graza olive oil being used to dress salads and prepare meals. This dynamic content captures attention immediately and reinforces the brandâs core message: this is olive oil made to be used.
2. Action-Oriented Product Imagery
Product Images
Grazaâs product hero images donât just showcase bottlesâthey show the olive oil in action. Whether itâs drizzling over spaghetti, whisking into a salad dressing, or sitting proudly on a kitchen counter, the imagery evokes emotions and creates a connection with the productâs real-world usage.
3ď¸âŁ Fun Things to Do with Graza
Grazaâs product page features a unique and playful section highlighting ways to use their âDrizzleâ and âSizzleâ olive oils. Whether itâs drizzling on labneh or pizza or using it to make frosting, the imagery and layout immediately inspire ideas, showing customers exactly how the product fits into their lives.
Key Takeaway
Grazaâs website is a masterclass in creating a narrative around their product. By consistently showing their olive oil in action, they bridge the gap between product and lifestyle, helping customers visualize how Graza fits seamlessly into their cooking routines.
This focus on action-driven visuals not only builds trust but also eliminates guesswork for the customer.
Tomorrow, weâll wrap up the Graza series with a detailed breakdown of their email flows. At the end of the week, weâll send out the full Graza Playbook, including insights into their Tech Stack, Ads, Social Media, Website, and Email Marketing.
#6
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đ°IN THE NEWS
Many U.S. shoppers face an average of $1,218 in holiday debt, driven by credit cards and buy-now-pay-later options. Brands should prioritize flexible payment methods and empathy-driven messaging to foster consumer trust during financially challenging times.
ChatGPT is expected to revolutionize businesses in 2025 through enhanced personalization, efficient customer service, creative content generation, and data-driven decision-making. It simplifies processes like lead generation, SEO optimization, and internal communication.
In 2025, avoid these marketing pitfalls: ignoring data, chasing every trend, and failing to innovate with AI. The biggest mistake? Losing the human touch in personalization and ethical storytelling. Smart, creative, and conscious marketing isnât just a tactic; itâs the way to build a lasting connection with your audience in a tech-driven world.
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