For many businesses, November is a crucial month for capitalizing on seasonal trends to hit end-of-year goals. You’ll want to pull out all your marketing stops to get ahead of the holiday season—and this includes doing a November newsletter.
Luckily, there are tons of themes you can apply to your November newsletter to quickly spin up an effective email campaign for the month. Read on for Novemeber newsletter ideas and subject lines based on holidays, seasonal celebrations, and more!
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- Universal November newsletter ideas
- November newsletter ideas based on holidays and observances
- November newsletter subject lines
November newsletter ideas for all
Here are some November newsletter ideas any business can use.
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1. Share a list of recipes
November tends to be a time of tasty eats as people get cooking for the holidays. Join the fun in your November newsletter with a handy list of recipes your readers can use.
2. Include a holiday gift guide
This November newsletter idea is a no-brainer as holiday shopping kicks into gear this month. Even if your business doesn’t directly sell gifts or products, you could create a list of services you recommend your customers purchase this time of year.
3. Provide winter prep tips
Although the first day of winter isn’t until December 21, cooler temps are right around the corner. And, if your business is located in a warm climate, there are still ways you can help your readers prepare for the winter months. Create a downloadable checklist of winter prep tips to feature in your November newsletter. As a bonus, be sure to include contacting your business as a must-do before the season starts.
4. Tease your final promotions for the year
If you have upcoming plans for the fourth quarter of the year or have a few promotions planned for December, tee this up in your November newsletter. For example, you could tease your readers with a quick peek at what they can expect from your business before the end of the year.
5. Don’t overlook a standard November newsletter
One last general November newsletter idea is to keep it simple with a quick rundown of your business’s biggest updates. Remember, the main point of any newsletter is to keep your readers up to date on the latest and greatest from your business. So, your audience will likely appreciate a list of short, sweet, and simple news bits. To make your basic November newsletter more enticing, you could feature a calendar that highlights any key dates for your brand, like this marketing calendar template below.
November newsletter ideas centered around holidays and observances
Don’t worry, we’ll cover Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Small Business Saturday, but, did you know there are tons of other November social media holidays and observances you can base your newsletter around? Check out these November newsletter ideas centered around holidays and observances.
6. Provide historical facts for Native American Heritage Month
November is Native American Heritage Month, and there is a lot you can reflect on in your newsletter for this observance. Try including some key Native American historical facts or statistics, and be sure to share any resources to help your readers give back to their local Native American communities this month.
7. Give back for National Homeless Youth Awareness Month
77% of consumers are motivated to purchase from companies committed to making the world a better place. You can do exactly that during National Homeless Youth Awareness Month this November. Your newsletter recipients will love reading about any volunteered time or donations you dedicate to homeless youth for this monthly observance.
8. Thank your customers during National Gratitude Month
November is all about giving thanks. After all, it’s National Gratitude Month! What better way to show your gratitude and celebrate your customers than by giving them a shout-out in your newsletter? Showcase your appreciation for all the customers who make your business great with a quick thank-you message. You could even include a customer testimonial video or online review from a superstar customer to make your November content pop. Additionally, try testing an online coupon with a code such as “THANKYOU10” to make those who open your newsletter feel extra appreciated.
9. Thank veterans for their service on Veterans Day
Veterans Day occurs on November 11 every year, and it’s an opportunity for everyone across the country to honor those who served in the armed forces. If you’re already planning on observing Veterans Day on social media or other marketing channels, you could include the same images or messaging in your newsletter as well.
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10. Turn your November newsletter into an interactive poll for National Fast Food Day
National Fast Food Day is November 16, and no matter where your business is located, you likely have a few popular fast food restaurants in your business’s community. Usually, consumers have strong opinions about which fast food may be the best. So, why not ask your readers what fast food chain they prefer? Then, you could reveal the winner in your December newsletter to keep your audience coming back for more.
11. Provide readers with a local trail map for National Take a Hike Day
Giving your readers something they can download and refer back to adds value to your newsletter. For National Take a Hike Day on November 16, you could include a quick, simple map that highlights your favorite hiking spots. Be sure to include your business’s location on the map, too!
12. Incorporate video marketing for World Television Day
World Television Day on November 21 is the perfect opportunity for your brand to tie in video marketing with your newsletter. For example, you could recycle any video content you have and put it together as your own “TV show” that your newsletter readers can tune into once they open your email. Another idea would be to include a must-watch video from your industry’s thought leaders to turn your newsletter into a valuable learning opportunity for your recipients.
13. Send a Happy Thanksgiving newsletter
This wouldn’t be a list of November newsletter ideas without a mention of Thanksgiving mixed in! Thanksgiving falls on November 28 this year, and there’s plenty you can do with your November newsletter to capture your readers during the holiday. To start off your Thanksgiving email, wish your audience a happy Thanksgiving and highlight how you or your employees will be enjoying the day. Additionally, be sure to let your recipients know if your operating hours or order shipments will be changing for the day.
14. Promote sales in your Black Friday newsletter
The best way to approach Black Friday via email marketing is to promote a sale. 87% of people plan on shopping between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, so your newsletter recipients will be eager to see what your business has in store for the occasion.
15. Celebrate your story in a Small Business Saturday newsletter
One of the most important dates for any growing business in November is Small Business Saturday which follows directly after Black Friday. Lean into this holiday in your November newsletter by sharing the story of how you started your business. In the spirit of the holiday, your readers will likely appreciate the behind-the-scenes look at how your business has grown.
November newsletter subject lines
Here are some November newsletter subject lines to complement the ideas above.
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- [Name], November news you won’t want to miss
- [Name], Did You Hear This November News?
- 🚨November news you need to know now🚨
- 🍂Happy November from us to you!
- It’s never too early (or late) for gift planning!
- [Name], get our gift guide inside 🎁
- Are you prepared for winter? With this list, you will be!
- November is here (free winter prep list inside!)
- How To Get Ahead of Winter Woes
- Shh.. We’ve Been Keeping This a Secret All Year
- December preview: we’ll be wrapping up the year in style
- Psst.. Find Our End-of-Year Teaser Inside!
- Wondering What We’ve Got Coming Next? Find Out Inside!
- A Moment of Reflection for Native American Heritage Month
- How to Give Back for National Homeless Youth Awareness Month
- For National Gratitude Month, We Want to Thank YOU!
- To all veterans: thank you for your service!
- Which fast food is best? Share your opinion here!
- Take a Hike… With This Handy Map!
- Tuning In for National Television Day 📺
- Thankful & Thriving 💛
- Happy Thanksgiving from [business name]
- You Guessed It: Black Friday Deals Are Here!
- The only Black Friday buying guide you’ll need ✅
- Buy this on Black Friday and save BIG!
- It’s Small Business Saturday! Join Us in Supporting Local Brands
- Think Big, Shop Small During Small Business Saturday
- Our Small Business Story
Harvest the benefits of these November newsletter ideas
A November newsletter email can be a low-cost, low-effort way to engage your audience during this busy time of year. When you pick a theme to apply to your newsletter, you can quickly come up with content to match and run with it. For more help creating email campaigns and nurturing your email lists, see how our solutions can help you grow your email strategy year-round!
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