Creating effective message templates
Last updated: January 2025
Why Use Message Templates?
Message templates help you:
Template Variables
Use these variables to personalize your messages:
Template Best Practices
1. Start with a Personal Greeting
Good: 'Hi {first_name}, I noticed you're interested in crypto trading...'
Bad: 'Hey everyone, check out this amazing opportunity...'
2. Provide Value First
Lead with what you can offer, not what you want to sell.
3. Keep It Concise
Aim for 2-3 short paragraphs. Long messages get ignored.
4. Include a Clear Call-to-Action
Tell recipients exactly what you want them to do next.
5. Add Social Proof
Mention testimonials, user counts, or success stories.
Example Templates
Cold Outreach Template
Hi {first_name}! π
I saw you're active in {group_name} and thought you might be interested in [your offer].
[Brief value proposition in 1-2 sentences]
Would you like to learn more? I can send you a quick demo.
Best regards,
[Your Name]
Follow-Up Template
Hey {first_name},
Just following up on my previous message about [topic].
I've helped [number] people in {group_name} achieve [result]. Would love to do the same for you.
Let me know if you're interested!
Event Invitation Template
Hi {first_name}! π
We're hosting a [event type] on [date] and I'd love for you to join us.
What you'll learn:
Register here: [link]
See you there!
Testing Your Templates
1. **Send to yourself first**: Always test templates before sending to your list
2. **Check variable replacement**: Make sure all variables are replaced correctly
3. **Test on mobile**: Most users read messages on mobile devices
4. **A/B test variations**: Try different subject lines and CTAs
5. **Monitor response rates**: Track which templates perform best