The subscription-first principles
Read on to learn what you need to build a foundation for subscription success.
Sales intent
A subscription-first business actively sells subscriptions. Selling subscriptions is the primary purpose of their business model, even if subscriptions aren't the only or first thing they sell.
Product selection
A subscription-first business selects products that satisfy an ongoing customer need or desire.
Operational focus
A subscription-first business expends most of its energy on delighting customers. Their customer retention strategies are as elaborate as their acquisition strategies.
Integrated customer journey
A subscription-first business designs a customer journey that is in-store, online, offline, on-session, and off-session. The customer experience is ongoing — it doesn't stop when a purchase is made or a shipment is received.
Customer type
A subscription-first business targets high-intent buyers. Their ideal customers aren't afraid to commit to an ongoing relationship.
Integrated business model
A subscription-first business seamlessly integrates both subscription and transactional commerce. Subscription is not bolted on or treated as a separate business. Subscription isn't a feature, it's a business model
“After just finishing setting up my website I feel like one of the last people on Earth to understand Subbly's worth, but I am now converted. Now, it's time to sell boxes! Before Subbly I was in a world of hurt with a Wix website and a third-party platform that was apparently subscription-specific. It only took me 3 days to set up Subbly and end that terrible experience.”
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Karen SidellFounder, Tot's Playtime Box“I use Subbly for everything. I love their customer service, it is phenomenal and they are so patient. The website builder is also really easy to use AND their help articles are super clear. I create both digital resources for teachers/parents as well as a sub box, and Subbly's made it easy to set up my store separately for those products. I really feel like Subbly has thought of just about everything!”
Telia Rae SorterFounder, Sorter's Corner
