Customer Segmentation
Dividing the customer base into groups with shared traits: demographic, behavioral, geographic, psychographic. Enables targeted messaging, personalization, and higher ROI.
In practice
Segmentation is the difference between broadcasting and having a conversation. A newsletter sent to everyone the same way averages 2% CR. An email to a specific segment ('customers who bought coffee in the last 3 months') gets 8-12% CR. Same work, 4-6x the results.
Common misconception
'Segmentation is complicated.' Basic segmentation takes 5 minutes in Klaviyo: 'bought / didn't buy,' 'spent over $140,' 'opened an email in the last month.' Four basic segments already change results.
How to fix it
Segmentation not working? (1) Check data quality — is customer data complete and accurate? (2) Check segment size — a segment under 100 customers isn't enough to test, (3) Check relevance — is the message accurate for the segment? (4) A/B test different messages per segment.
Example
Sports store: one newsletter for everyone — CR 1.4%. Segmented into: running, fitness, yoga, swimming. Specific messaging per segment. Average CR: 4.8%. Same list, same send volume, 3.4x the revenue.
Priority
Minimal weekly segmentation: (1) VIP customers (3+ purchases), (2) active (purchased in the last 90 days), (3) dormant (no purchase in 90-180 days), (4) new (joined in the last 30 days). Four segments → four messages.
Related terms
Keep learning. Metrics that touch the same area:
- RFM AnalysisAnalyticsCustomer segmentation by Recency (time since last purchase), Frequency, and Monetary value. Highlights your best customers and those at risk of churning.
- PersonalizationMarketingTailoring the experience to each visitor. A name in the subject line raises open rate by 26%. Products viewed on the homepage raise CR.
- Email MarketingMarketingA direct marketing channel. Average ROI: $36 for every $1 spent. Generates 20-30% of revenue for mature stores.
- eCommerce / Electronic CommerceMarketingAll business activity conducted online — showcasing products, ordering, payment, shipping, and post-sale service. The backbone of every online store.
- CPC – Cost Per ClickMarketingThe price an advertiser pays each time a visitor clicks the ad. Influenced by competition, Quality Score, and landing page relevance.
- CPM – Cost Per MilleMarketingThe cost of advertising per 1,000 ad impressions. A key metric in awareness-focused and brand-building campaigns.
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