Help your audience know what to do with the information you send.
When writing a text, focus on the person who is going to receive the message and write it for them. Use plain language and provide easy to understand next steps.
For example, getting a person to update their mailing address:
Evidence shows that employing behavioral science is an effective way to increase the likelihood of a recipient taking action upon receiving your text. Keep in mind these three foundational principles while drafting your text message:
{% set card_contents = [ { "card_heading": "Feeling a sense of ownership can influence behavior.", "p_text": "Example – Don't miss this chance to get free internet or $30 per month off your internet bill.", }, { "card_heading": "Individuals are strongly influenced by others’ behaviors.", "p_text": "Example – Thousands of residents already get an average of $113/month in money for food.", }, { "card_heading": "Individuals perceive losses more powerfully than gains.", "p_text": "Example – Contact us for potentially unclaimed free internet services that belong to you.", }, ] %} {% with card_contents=card_contents, text_align='left' %}{% include "components/best-practices/cards.html" %}{% endwith %}