Funnel blueprints you can actually build
Every blueprint maps each step, explains what to build, lists the metrics to watch and suggests tools that fit.
Build an email list
- TrafficSocial, search, ads, referrals
- Opt-in PageOne promise, one form
- Lead MagnetChecklist, template or mini-course
- Thank-You PageDeliver + next step
- Welcome Sequence5-7 emails over 10-14 days
- Core OfferProduct, call or service
Lead Magnet Funnel
Trade a genuinely useful free resource for an email address, then build trust with a short sequence before making an offer.
- Search-Focused VideoAnswers one question
- Mention + Description LinkRelevant free resource
- Opt-in PageMatches the video topic
- Welcome SequenceVideo-style teaching
- OfferCourse, product or service
YouTube Content Funnel
Turn viewers of helpful videos into email subscribers with a relevant resource, then into customers over time.
- TrafficSocial, ads, email
- Challenge Sign-UpOutcome in 5 days
- Daily Lessons + TasksEmail, video or group
- Community / Live SessionsAccountability
- Final-Day InvitationCore offer
- Follow-UpReplays + FAQ
5-Day Challenge Funnel
Guide participants through a short, action-based challenge that builds momentum, community and trust before an offer.
- EpisodeYour show or guest spot
- Verbal CTAShort, memorable URL
- Show Notes / Resource PageEpisode-specific
- Email Sequence
- Offer
Podcast Funnel
Turn listeners into subscribers and customers with episode-specific resources, show notes and a consistent call to action.
- Book PageBuy or get a sample
- Reader ResourcesBonus workbook in exchange for email
- Reader SequenceImplement the ideas
- Community / EventOptional
- Core OfferCourse, service or programme
Book Funnel
Use a book - free, low-priced or traditionally published - to build an audience and lead readers to deeper help.
- Content + Invitations
- Join PagePurpose + rules
- OnboardingWelcome + first action
- Regular ValueThreads, live sessions
- Paid Tier / Programme
Free Community Funnel
Grow a free community around a shared goal, add value consistently, and offer paid depth to members who want it.
Generate leads
- TrafficSocial, ads, content
- Quiz IntroWhat they'll learn
- 5-8 QuestionsEasy, relevant
- Email Gate (optional)Results by email
- Personalised ResultRecommendation per type
- Segmented EmailsFollow-up per result
Quiz Funnel
Use a short, genuinely useful quiz to capture leads, segment them by answer and send personalised follow-up.
- Happy CustomerAfter a success moment
- Referral AskEmail or in-app
- Shareable Link / CodeTracked per customer
- Friend's Landing PagePersonal intro + offer
- New CustomerReward both sides
Referral Funnel
Turn happy customers into a steady source of new leads with a simple, well-timed referral process.
- PromotionEmail, social, partners
- Event PageWhat, when, where, who
- Registration / TicketShort form or checkout
- RemindersDetails + calendar
- Event
- Post-Event Follow-UpResources + next step
Event Registration Funnel
Fill in-person or virtual events with a clear registration page, reminders that drive attendance and follow-up that continues the relationship.
- Local Ads / ContentMarket updates
- Valuation Request PageAddress + contact
- Agent AppraisalPersonal, not automated
- CRM NurtureMarket updates
- Listing Appointment
Property Valuation Lead Funnel
Help real estate agents attract potential sellers with a useful valuation request, then nurture them until they're ready to list.
Sell products
- TrafficAds, email list, partners
- Registration PageTitle, date, 3 takeaways
- Reminder Emails & SMSDrive show-up rate
- WebinarTeach, then offer
- Offer / CheckoutOr book-a-call
- Replay SequenceReplay + deadline
Webinar Funnel
Use a live or automated training session to teach, build belief and present an offer to a warmed-up audience.
- Opt-inFree lead magnet
- Tripwire OfferLow-priced product
- Order BumpCheckbox add-on
- UpsellCore offer, one click
- Onboarding EmailsConsume + succeed
Tripwire Funnel
Convert new subscribers into buyers with a low-priced, high-value first offer, then ascend them to your core product.
- TrafficSEO, content, paid, partners
- Product PageValue + social proof
- Trial Sign-UpMinimal friction
- ActivationFirst 'aha' moment
- Behavioural EmailsTriggered by usage
- Paid ConversionUpgrade at trial end
SaaS Free-Trial Funnel
Move visitors into a free trial, drive activation with onboarding, and convert active users to paid.
- Product PageAdd to cart
- Checkout StartedEmail captured early
- Abandon Email 1Within a few hours
- Abandon Email 2Next day: answer doubts
- RetargetingAds to cart abandoners
- PurchaseThen post-purchase flow
E-commerce Cart Recovery Funnel
Recover abandoned carts and increase repeat purchases with timely, helpful automated emails and retargeting.
- Waitlist Opt-inEarly interest
- Pre-Launch Content3 free lessons or videos
- Cart OpenSales page live
- Open-Cart EmailsFAQs, examples, reminders
- Cart CloseReal deadline
- Post-LaunchOnboard buyers, nurture others
Product Launch Funnel
Build anticipation with free pre-launch content, open the cart for a genuine window, then follow up with buyers and non-buyers.
- TrafficAds, email, social
- Workshop Sales PageOutcome, agenda, date
- CheckoutLow price + optional bump
- Reminder SequencePrep + show-up
- Live WorkshopHands-on, then invitation
- Core OfferFor those who want more
Low-Ticket Workshop Funnel
Sell a low-priced live workshop that delivers real value and introduces committed attendees to your core programme.
- Free ContentSamples of member value
- Membership PageWhat members get monthly
- Subscription CheckoutMonthly / annual
- OnboardingFirst-week quick wins
- Engagement LoopNew content, events
- Retention & Win-BackBefore and after cancel
Membership / Subscription Funnel
Attract members with free value, convert them to a recurring plan and reduce churn with onboarding and ongoing engagement.
- TrafficAds or email
- VSL PageVideo + key points
- Checkout / BookingClear terms
- Follow-Up EmailsFor non-buyers
Video Sales Letter (VSL) Funnel
Present your offer through a structured video on a focused page, followed by checkout or booking and email follow-up.
- Local Ads / SocialNearby audience
- Offer PageGenuine first-visit offer
- Claim + DetailsName, email/phone
- Reminder + BookingSMS or email
- First Visit
- Return-Visit Follow-UpBuild regulars
Local Offer Funnel
Bring new customers through the door of a restaurant, gym, salon or studio with a genuine first-visit offer and follow-up that builds regulars.
- Story / CampaignA specific need
- Campaign PageImpact + transparency
- Donation FormSimple, secure
- Thank-You + Receipt
- Impact UpdatesShow results
- Regular Giving Ask
Nonprofit Donation Funnel
Move supporters from awareness to first donation to regular giving with transparent storytelling and thoughtful stewardship.
- Early-Access ListWeeks before
- Teaser EmailsWhat's coming
- Promotion OpensReal dates + terms
- Reminder Emails
- Promotion EndsOn time
- Post-Promo Onboarding
Seasonal Promotion Funnel
Plan a genuine seasonal promotion - early interest list, clear offer window and post-promotion follow-up - without fake urgency.
Book calls & appointments
- Local Search & AdsGoogle Business Profile, Search ads
- Service Landing PageService + suburb + proof
- Quote Form / CallShort form, click-to-call
- CRM PipelineNew lead stage
- Instant Follow-UpSMS + email in minutes
- Booked JobCalendar confirmation
Local Service Appointment Funnel
Turn local searches and ad clicks into booked jobs with a fast service page, quote form and automated follow-up.
- Content / WebinarEducation builds belief
- Application PageWho it's for, who it isn't
- Qualifying FormBudget, goals, timing
- Calendar BookingQualified applicants only
- Pre-Call EmailsPrepare + reduce no-shows
- Sales ConversationDiagnose, then offer
High-Ticket Application Funnel
Qualify prospects with an application before a sales call, so time is spent with people who are a genuine fit.
- Content & SearchGuides, comparisons, webinars
- Gated ResourceReport, template, benchmark
- Lead ScoringFit + engagement
- Nurture EmailsBy role and use case
- Demo RequestShort form + scheduler
- Sales PipelineDeal stages in CRM
B2B Demo-Request Funnel
Move B2B buyers from educational content to a qualified demo, with sales and marketing sharing one pipeline.
- Educational ContentAnswers common questions
- Practice-Area PageWho you help, how
- Guide or ChecklistOptional lead magnet
- Consultation RequestShort intake form
- Intake + Conflict ChecksWhere required
- Consultation
Professional Services Consultation Funnel
Help accountants, lawyers, advisers and consultants turn expertise-led content into booked consultations - within professional rules.
Automate & retain
- Inactivity TriggerNo opens/clicks or purchases
- Check-In EmailWhat changed?
- Value EmailBest content or new feature
- Preference ChoiceStay, adjust, or leave
- Re-engaged or RemovedHealthier list
Win-Back / Re-Engagement Funnel
Re-engage inactive subscribers and lapsed customers - and clean your list of those who've moved on.
- Store ListingScreenshots + reviews
- Install + Sign-UpMinimal friction
- First SessionQuick first win
- Permission AsksOnly when useful
- Habit LoopReminders, progress
- Upgrade / Retention
Mobile App Onboarding Funnel
Get new app users from install to their first meaningful result, then to habit and (where relevant) paid plans.