This November millions of Americans are more hesitant to vote in person due to the pandemic and a desire to keep their loved ones safe. Millions more will be receiving ballots for the first time ever because of an enlightened state response to the crisis. Recognizing the importance of Mail-in-Ballots, we have analyzed …
In this time of uncertainty, we are all trying to maintain our connections. Whether with family, friends, or work, we are often relying on virtual tools to make that happen. For organizations that rely on donor support, sometimes those virtual tools can feel inadequate. Membership outreach through direct mail, or digital channels like email are …
Telephone Town Halls Strengthen Donor Relationships Even More During The Pandemic Read More »
One thing that events streamed on Facebook Live, Google Hangout or Zoom have in common is that they all depend on people remembering to sign on. Sounds simple enough. But in practice, only your most committed supporters or donors will keep these appointments. It is just human nature. Moreover, the capacities of these platforms are …
How to Decide Between a Facebook Live, Google Hangout, Zoom Or Telephone Town Hall Read More »
Telephone Town Halls meld a traditional form of communication – the phone – with a 21st century web interface to create an interactive town hall meeting. They have emerged as one of the most effective tools available to directly connect with thousands of people at once. Similar to a radio call-in show, Telephone Town Halls allow participants …
As the outbreak of coronavirus continues to affect the lives of millions, Telephone Town Halls have become highly effective tools in providing essential updates to Americans who are alarmed by the health and economic consequences of the pandemic.Here at Stones’ Phones, we’re witnessing first-hand the immense utility of Telephone Town Halls during this global crisis …
Telephone Town Halls and COVID-19 – What They Want to Know Read More »
Auto calls can work. If they’re informative, believable, and don’t go on and on and on, you can get a message delivered effectively with an automated call. The average person will listen for 21 seconds so you need to make sure you front-load the important information. People get turned off by auto calls that are too …
An attempt to save money on auto calls (often referred to as robocalls) can ultimately result in a much higher cost to your campaign or organization. Stones’ Phones learned this lesson the tough way in 2010. Call instructions were mismanaged by the low-cost vendor we were testing out, which resulted in calls to Nevada residents in the …
Can you have a conversation with an auto call? Believe it or not, the answer is yes. Too much of politics today involves throwing information at the voter about who to vote for, when, why, etc. It is our belief that once and a while, voters actually like giving their opinions back. Push-button auto calls allow …
The Incredible Auto Call: Push-Button Interactive Calling Read More »
In 2010, U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) was locked in a tight reelection race and desperately needed to appeal to male voters. Stones’ Phones designed a Halloween-themed Synthetic Conversation automated call program, where potential male voters were called and asked to select the actions that bothered them most about her opponent by selecting buttons on their phones. The goal …
The Power of An Impactful Message: Synthetic Conversation Read More »
Campaigns and organizations spend lots of effort recruiting and scheduling volunteers to help with their cause. But people lead busy lives, so giving time and energy to volunteer work can fall to the wayside for numerous reasons. Fortunately, it turns out that a simple auto call or text message can significantly reduce the number of …