Karen Rasmussen
5 min
Jan 24, 2025
Your First 30 Days
Post-launch strategies that maximize momentum
The launch is just the beginning. What you do in the first 30 days after launch often determines the long-term success of your project. Whether it's a new brand identity, website, or marketing initiative, this period is all about turning visibility into traction.
First, let’s talk data. Don’t wait weeks to set up analytics—ensure tracking is in place before you go live. Monitor site visits, user flows, bounce rates, and conversion points. What pages are getting attention? Where are users dropping off? This early feedback is gold, and it should inform your immediate adjustments.
Second, stay loud. Too often, companies go quiet after launch. That’s a mistake. Promote the launch across all available channels—email, social media, press releases, and partnerships. Repeat your messaging in new formats. Your audience rarely hears it all the first time.
Third, engage with your audience. Respond to questions, thank people for their feedback, and treat this window as an open house. Humanizing your brand goes a long way in building lasting connections during this high-attention phase.
Finally, gather internal feedback. Ask your team what worked and what didn’t. Capture these insights now while everything’s fresh—they’ll help you refine your next project.
The first month isn’t about coasting. It’s about capitalizing. With momentum on your side, these 30 days can set the stage for long-term growth—and prove that your launch wasn’t a one-time event, but the start of something stellar.