November Marketing Ideas to Try

November is the Month of Gratitude.

November is a time to reflect on the people, partnerships, and purpose behind your work.

It’s about recognizing the impact your clients make, showing appreciation for your community, and highlighting the “Good Circle” of people who support your business. It’s also a chance to think about the legacy you’re building through your work.

Below you’ll find practical November marketing ideas — plus ways to use AI to deepen relationships and show meaningful appreciation.

7 SOCIAL IDEAS TO POST

• Share a post bringing awareness to Movember and the importance of supporting men’s health
• Remind your audience to turn their clocks back for Daylight Saving Time (early November)
• Show appreciation for veterans on Veterans Day (November 11)
• Encourage kindness by sharing a message or challenge for World Kindness Day
• Express gratitude for your clients, team, or community leading up to Thanksgiving
• Promote your Black Friday and Cyber Monday offers with intentional, value-driven messaging
• Remind your audience to support local businesses on Small Business Saturday

6 PROMOTIONS TO TRY

• Update your Google Business Profile with holiday hours, services, and seasonal images
• Launch a “thank you” promotion focused on rewarding loyal customers
• Offer a special discount or perk for veterans on Veterans Day (November 11)
• Run a Black Friday promotion or limited-time offer
• Offer Cyber Monday deals if you sell products or services online
• Highlight a product or service that makes a great holiday gift

5 THINGS TO PLAN

• Plan a way to give back, whether through a donation, partnership, or act of kindness
• Choose a nonprofit or cause to support and align your messaging around it
• Prepare a holiday Q&A or resource to help your audience during the season
• Plan your Giving Tuesday initiative to support a cause or organization
• Outline your December content so you can stay consistent during the holidays

4 QUOTES TO INSPIRE

• “Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value.” — Albert Einstein
• “Never be limited by other people’s limited imaginations.” — Dr. Mae Jemison
• “The master has failed more times than the beginner has ever tried.” — Stephen McCranie
• “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” — Romans 12:12

3 TEAM ACTIVITIES TO CONSIDER

• Participate in a local fundraiser or community event and share the experience
• Host a team potluck or appreciation lunch to celebrate gratitude internally
• Plan an outdoor or team bonding activity to recharge before the holiday season

2 BLOGS TO WRITE

• Share your entrepreneurship story and the journey behind your business
• Write a gratitude-focused post highlighting your clients, team, or community

1 MARKETING TIP TO GET DONE

Use email to stay connected.

November kicks off one of the busiest seasons of the year. Use your email marketing to consistently communicate updates, promotions, and messages of gratitude so your audience stays informed and engaged.

How to Use AI in Your November Marketing

November is a great time to use AI to deepen relationships and show appreciation in a meaningful way.

Use AI to:

• Personalize “Year in Review” reports for your clients
• Highlight key results and wins with clear, data-backed insights
• Draft thoughtful thank-you messages for clients and partners
• Segment your audience for more personalized holiday messaging

AI helps you show gratitude at scale while still making your communication feel personal and intentional.