The Cherub Blog

Practical marketing advice for small businesses. No jargon, no manipulation tactics. Just honest strategies backed by real data.

Email Marketing 8 min read

How Often Should a Small Business Send Marketing Emails?

The real answer isn't "as often as possible." Here's what the data says about email frequency for restaurants, salons, boutiques, and other brick-and-mortar businesses.

February 2026
Strategy 12 min read

Holiday Marketing Calendar for Small Businesses (2026)

Every date that matters for your business this year — with lead times, spending data, and what to actually send. Organized by industry.

February 2026
List Building 7 min read

How to Build an Email List with a QR Code in Your Store

The easiest way to turn walk-in customers into repeat visitors. Where to put it, what to say, and real conversion data.

February 2026
SMS Marketing 10 min read

SMS Marketing for Small Businesses: A No-BS Starter Guide

98% open rates. $21-41 ROI per dollar. Here's how to add texting to your marketing without annoying your customers or getting fined.

February 2026
Email Marketing 9 min read

What to Actually Write in Your Marketing Emails (With Examples)

Subject lines, body copy, CTAs — with real data on what works and templates for restaurants, salons, and retail stores.

February 2026
Strategy 10 min read

How to Get Customers to Actually Use Your Promo Codes

90% of consumers use coupons, but most promo campaigns flop. The data on discount amounts, code formats, and delivery channels that actually convert.

February 2026
Email Marketing 11 min read

Email Deliverability: Why Your Emails Land in Spam (And How to Fix It)

1 in 6 emails never reach the inbox. Here's how authentication, list hygiene, and domain reputation actually work — in plain English.

February 2026
Brick & Mortar Growth 10 min read

5 Ways to Drive Repeat Foot Traffic Without Discounting

Discounting trains customers to wait for sales. These five strategies build real loyalty — backed by data from Sephora, habit science, and local business case studies.

February 2026
Philosophy 9 min read

The Small Business Owner's Guide to Not Being Annoying Online

19.8% of consumers unsubscribe because of too many emails. Here's how to market without manipulation — and why it actually works better.

February 2026

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