Email Marketing Automation Workflow Templates
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Why Email Marketing Automation Matters
Email automation turns one-off subscribers into loyal customers by sending the right message at the right time — without manual effort. With the average ROI of email at $36 for every $1 spent, implementing proven workflows is one of the highest-leverage growth tactics for SaaS businesses.
Before You Start
- Define a single goal per workflow – onboarding, upsell, churn rescue, etc.
- Segment your list (lead source, lifecycle stage, product plan).
- Map your existing content (blogs, guides, case studies) to each email.
Workflow Templates Included
Template | Ideal Trigger | Goal |
---|---|---|
Customer Onboarding | Signup → Day 0 | First-week activation |
Trial Ending Reminder | 3 & 1 days pre-expiry | Convert to paid |
Re-engagement | 30 days inactivity | Reduce churn |
Upsell/Cross-sell | Feature usage milestone | Increase ARPU |
Download & Import into ConvertKit
We’ve pre-built each workflow as a Visual Automation in ConvertKit. Import steps:
- Sign up for ConvertKit’s free tier (up to 1,000 subscribers).
- In the dashboard go to Automations → Visual Automations → Create → Import.
- Paste the share URL for the desired workflow.
- Edit email copy, delays, and tags to fit your brand.
Download Workflow Files (CSV & Share Links)
- Customer Onboarding – ConvertKit Share Link | CSV
- Trial Ending Reminder – ConvertKit Share Link | CSV
- Re-engagement – ConvertKit Share Link | CSV
- Upsell/Cross-sell – ConvertKit Share Link | CSV
Quick Win → Grow 30% Faster
SaaS startups that implement onboarding + churn-rescue automations see an average 30 % lift in MRR retention within 90 days.
Try ConvertKit FreeAdvanced Tips
- Dynamic content: Show different blocks based on subscriber tags.
- Lead scoring: Use engagement score to trigger sales-team alerts.
- A/B subject lines: Split-test to maximise open rates.
FAQ
Can I use these templates in other ESPs? Yes — we include a CSV with subject lines & copy blocks you can replicate in any tool, but the 1-click import is ConvertKit-specific.
What happens to my data after the trial? ConvertKit keeps your subscribers and automations; you can continue on their free tier or upgrade anytime.
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