When content should work

even without anyone being there live

There is that moment when you set up an automated process for the first time and then click on “Activate”.
And suddenly everything works by itself.

An e-mail is sent, a message is triggered, a contact changes its level.
It's fascinating. And at the same time, the next question immediately arises:
"But does it feel right? Is it still personal enough? Or is it just mechanical?"

Because one thing quickly becomes clear: automation needs content - but not just any content.
It needs content that says the right thing at the right time. Not too much. Not too little. And above all: not interchangeable.

What automated content can and cannot do

It's not about preparing as many texts as possible and then clicking “Send”.
Rather, it's about a basic idea:

What content helps people on their journey?

A few formats have proven to be particularly effective time and again:

🔹 Welcome sections They set the tone, attitude and direction. This is where it is often decided whether someone “just clicks” or really docks on. A friendly introduction, some initial assistance, a glimpse behind the scenes - that's often enough.

🔹 Knowledge-based content Checklists, explanatory pieces, FAQs or “how-tos” are ideal for linking automation with added value. Especially if they convey the feeling: “This is really meant for me.”

🔹 Reminders & reactivation Whether after a download or an abandoned purchase: those who manage to strike the right note - friendly, not demanding - often win more than through traditional advertising.

🔹 Story formats Case studies, experience reports, mini-stories. They work well precisely because they don't feel “automated”. A small anecdote can achieve more than any functional description.

Standard or personal?  Finding the balance

Not everything has to be personalized to be effective.
But everything should be relevant.

Personalization is strong when it not only inserts the name, but also recognizes contexts: Who is interested in what? Who has already interacted? Who is at what point in the journey?

Standardization, in turn, helps to reduce complexity. A well thought-out process often works better than ten fragmented variants. It is important that even standardized content is designed with human language and clear benefits.

This is because people notice when something simply runs through. And they also notice when someone has made an effort - even if everything is automatic.

Does storytelling in automation even work?

More than you might think.

Storytelling doesn't always have to be epic or emotional. A short introduction is often enough:
A thought, a misunderstanding, a typical question - and an invitation to read on briefly.
Good automated campaigns tell stories in miniature:

Why is it worth taking a second look at the product?
What are the typical hurdles - and how can they be solved?
What do others experience with the topic and why is this relevant?

Elements such as these can be integrated perfectly into courses. Example: a shopping cart abandonment series.

 shopping cart abandonment (B2C)

Day 0 - reminder with a wink
➝ "Have you forgotten something? We've got it ready for you."

Day 2 - Emphasize benefits + social proof
➝ “Over 3,000 customers have already opted for it - maybe it's just right for you too?”

Day 4 - Last impulse + urgency
➝ “Today only - save 10% on your selection.”

This is not just a reminder, but always a story to tell: Why someone was interested in the first place. Why it's worth coming back. Why now is the right moment.

In the end, it's not the content that counts, but what it triggers

Automation is no substitute for real communication. But it can be an extension of it - when content not only informs, but connects.
And this is precisely what makes the difference between a process and an experience.

Because in marketing, too, what works can not only be felt - it can also be shown.

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