Alex Cattoni uses ManyChat and an Instagram bot named Benny to automate email signups. Followers DM keywords like "VIP" or "cheat sheet" and instantly get a link and signup form. The whole process runs on its own, so her team doesn't have to send anything manually.
So I want to show you a tool that has helped me massively grow my email list. It is called ManyChat. And if you've been following me on Instagram for a while, then you know that we use a bot named Benny to deliver you quick links and resources. So come on over and visit my Instagram account. You can see here we have a call to action in the bio to DM me VIP to join our messaging community. But what's even cooler is you can DM us the word hot to get our hot headline formula. You can DM us to cheat sheet to get our email marketing cheat sheet. We literally have keywords to deliver resources very quickly now, as soon as you comment that keyword, you get a link and get instant access to sign up for our free resources. Now, what's so great about this is that my team doesn't have to be the one sending these links. They're automatically sent the second you send a keyword, whether you're DMing or leaving a comment in the chat.
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