Season 2, Episode 12 · The Vault Unlocked
How to Build a Post-Purchase Email Sequence That Kills Refunds and Builds Loyalty
8 Apr 2026 · 35 min
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Words That Close: The Sales Copy Masterclass is a four-part series with Jim Edwards, one of the most respected names in copywriting and digital sales. Each episode in the series breaks down a different layer of the written sales system, from the sales letter to the email sequences that close the deal. If you are building or scaling an offer, start here and watch the whole thing. https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRvdzPJpJZS2eBvHx7qOY5lZ2PB1qsuor&si=iZzel1je6J_zYSY6 Most founders treat email like a receipt printer. Send the confirmation. Maybe a follow-up. Hope for the best. That is not a…
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The Vault Unlocked
Kayvon Kay · Business · English
Vault Unlocked is for founders who don't want to learn the hard way. If you're building something real and you care about growing revenue faster, cleaner, and with fewer blind spots, this podcast is your unfair advantage. Hosted by Kayvon Kay, Vault Unlocked brings elite founders and operators int
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