Every Door Direct Mail Service

A service that utilizes the USPS Every Door Direct Mail program to send targeted postcards advertising multiple local businesses at a low cost, making it accessible for small businesses to reach potential customers.

The business operates on a subscription or one-time purchase model where businesses pay a fee to be included in the mailing, typically around $150 per mailing, allowing them to reach thousands of homes.

Problem Solved

Many small businesses struggle with the high costs of traditional advertising methods. This service provides an affordable way to promote their offerings directly to targeted neighborhoods without the need for a large marketing budget.

Skills Required

Skills needed include marketing, customer relationship management, basic graphic design for postcard creation, and knowledge of local demographics to target the right neighborhoods.

Why this works now

The USPS Every Door Direct Mail program allows businesses to send targeted mailings without needing a mailing list, making it a cost-effective tool for small businesses. A potential first-revenue move is to partner with local chambers of commerce to promote the service to their members, providing a direct channel to small businesses seeking affordable advertising. A key risk is the initial capital required for design and printing, which may strain cash flow before the first mailing generates revenue.

Where this idea came from

Podcast: The Side Hustle Show

Episode: 719: $1,000 per Postcard: The Every Door Direct Mail Side Hustle

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