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                                                                                                                                               MARKETING








                                                                                                                                                Every yearbook program is ultimately a business, with the
                                                                                                                                                yearbook staff creating and marketing a product for the school
                                                                                                                                                community to purchase and enjoy. This business process is unlike

                                                                                                                                                anything offered by other school classes and clubs, and the experience
                                                                                                                                                students gain will serve them well in their future careers.

                                                                                                                                                There are a number of ways to market your publication to your school

                                                                                                                                                community. And while the business of yearbook is not necessarily all
                                                                                                                                                about profit, focus on marketing can be key to the program’s success.

                                                                                                                                                Following a well-structured marketing plan allows easy-to-execute sales
                                                                                                                                                that at the same time minimize loss and allow the yearbook program
                                                                                                                                                to grow.







                                                                                                                                                            8.1   Building Your Marketing Plan  8.3  Building Your Offers




                                                                                                                                                            8.2   Building Your Audience













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