Imagine sending emails that sound exactly like you, take way less time to write, and consistently convert like a seasoned pro. Sounds too good to be true? It’s not—this is exactly what I’ve unlocked after 15 years in the email marketing game, combined with the explosive power of AI.
Since 2009, I’ve built and consulted for thousands of brick-and-mortar and online businesses. I’ve sent thousands of emails and helped hundreds of entrepreneurs leverage automations to scale their impact (and income).
Here’s the raw truth: Most entrepreneurs are either neglecting their email lists completely, or they’re sending emails so bland that even their mom wouldn’t open them. You might feel guilty, inconsistent, or even clueless about what to say. Trust me—I’ve been there.
But what if I told you that the solution isn’t spending hours grinding away at your keyboard? What if your best emails were just a few strategic prompts away?
Amateur Prompts vs. Custom GPTs
Most entrepreneurs approach ChatGPT like amateurs. They type a basic prompt, hit enter, and pray. The output is usually predictable, flat, and forgettable. Something like:
Subject: Ready to finally stop procrastinating? Join our free training!
Yawn.
Now, here’s what happens when I plug the same prompt into my custom-trained AI—the “Email Whisperer”:
Subject: This Habit Is Killing Your Dreams (How to Fix It FAST)
“Ever promise yourself you’ll finally tackle that big goal tomorrow, then somehow end up watching a capybara eating watermelon on TikTok?”
Now that’s irresistible.
The difference? A well-trained custom GPT knows me inside and out—it nails my voice, humor, and style. It even knows my secret trick of using clever sender names (like “Procrastination’s Worst Nightmare”) to boost open rates.
Three Email Essentials You Can’t Ignore
To nail your emails every time, make sure they hit these three crucial points:
- A Killer Subject Line
Curiosity + Benefit = Clicks. Don’t settle for boring subject lines. Ever. - Laser-Sharp Empathy
Show you understand your audience’s pain better than they do. That’s how you become unforgettable. - A Clear, Bold Call to Action
Forget “Click here.” Instead, go for “Grab your spot and kick procrastination to the curb—NOW.”
Three AI Hacks for Explosive Email Results
1. A/B Test Like Your Business Depends On It (Because It Does)
Use software like Kit (my personal go-to) to test subject lines relentlessly. Winner takes all—and your open rates skyrocket.
2. Automate Smarter with Custom GPTs
Stop using generic prompts. Custom GPTs aren’t just smarter—they’re trained to sound exactly like you, only better.
3. Track, Tweak, and Triumph
Regularly analyze your highest-performing emails, feed those insights back into ChatGPT, and double down on what’s already working.
Avoid These Common AI Email Pitfalls
- Bland, Generic Outputs: Feed ChatGPT your podcasts, blogs, and best-performing social posts. Make it sound like you.
- Weak Calls to Action: Make your asks bold, specific, and impossible to ignore.
- Ignoring Your Personal Voice: Regularly teach your AI to write exactly how you speak. Never let your voice fade.
Does AI Actually Work? Hell Yes.
I’ve consistently hit 35-50% email open rates over the years. But ever since integrating AI into my workflow, those numbers have climbed even higher. Now, 40-50% open rates are the norm—not the exception.
Why? Because each email feels personal, powerful, and valuable. It’s 100% me, dialed up to 11.
Ready to Level Up Your Emails?
Here’s your action plan:
- Upgrade Your Prompts: Go beyond basic.
- Iterate Relentlessly: Never settle on the first output.
- Craft Compelling Subject Lines: Curiosity + Benefit = Click.
- Show Real Empathy: Master your audience’s pain points.
- Bold Calls to Action: Make every click count.
- Train Your AI: Feed it your best content constantly.
Ready to try my custom GPT and instantly transform your email marketing?
Grab a 7-day free trial of The One Hour Business. Get access to the “Email Whisperer,” all my top-performing templates, and a community designed to elevate your email game—fast.
It’s time your emails worked as hard as you do. Let’s make it happen.
-Mike Bledsoe