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The Finish Strong Formula: 3 Strategies to Close More Sales Before the Month Ends

March 28, 20254 min read

The Finish Strong Formula: 3 Strategies to Close More Sales Before the Month Ends

Intro: The final days of the month hit different when you run a business. Whether you’re chasing a goal, clearing inventory, or trying to get your audience to actually take action—you need a plan that works fast.

But here’s the truth: Most people panic post at the end of the month—throwing up flyers, discount codes, or random urgency posts that don’t convert. Why? Because there's no structure.

This isn’t about hustling harder. It’s about using strategy that actually moves people from interest to action. And lucky for you, I’ve got 3 plug-and-play ways to help you finish strong.


🌟 Strategy #1: Create an Irresistible Incentive

Stats don’t lie: Over 75% of buyers wait for a deal to take action. But you don’t need to offer a massive discount to create urgency—just make it valuable and time-sensitive.

Here’s how to build it:

  1. Start with your goal — Is it a sales target? Customer count? Rank advancement?

  2. Do the math — How many more orders do you need?

  3. Pick your incentive

    • $5 cash back

    • Mystery gift

    • Free shipping for first 5 orders

    • VIP bonus (free call, bonus product, private access)

  4. Announce it everywhere (Stories, DMs, email, group)

  5. Create urgency with a 24- or 48-hour window

  6. Use a form instead of sending people straight to a website

Why? Because forms let you track interest, follow up, and close the gap like a pro.


📅 Strategy #2: Stack Your Follow-Ups

The sale almost never happens on the first touch. And if you’re relying on one post or one text to carry you to your goal, you’re leaving money on the table.

Here’s how to follow up without being annoying:

Subtle Social Touches

  • Comment on a warm lead’s post

  • React to a story they shared

  • Like a few of their recent updates

Non-Awkward DM Scripts:

  1. “LOL I just saw your post and it reminded me to follow up! You still thinking about that [product]?”

  2. “I’m the worst at opening messages and forgetting—so this is me popping back in. Still interested?”

  3. “Not sure if you grabbed it yet, but I only have 2 left for the month if you want in!”

Value-Driven Email or Text Follow-Ups Instead of just saying "hey, reminder," try sharing something valuable:

  • "I just learned this hydration hack that helps reduce sugar cravings… thought of you! BTW, the special ends tonight."

  • "Did you know most people skip SPF on cloudy days? It still causes damage. Just a friendly skincare PSA ✨ Reminder: Your $10 credit expires tonight!"

  • "You know that calming blend I shared last week? My client texted me saying she finally slept through the night. Want the same results? There’s still time to grab yours!"


🖋️ Strategy #3: Sell with Story (Not Flyers)

If your go-to sales post looks like a flyer… you’re losing people fast.

Here’s what to do instead: Use the P.A.T.H. Method to turn your experience into a story that connects and converts.

P.A.T.H. =

  • Pain: What were you struggling with?

  • Aha: What helped?

  • Transformation: What changed?

  • How to get it: CTA

Example: “I used to wake up more exhausted than when I went to sleep. I blamed hormones, my schedule, everything. But once I started using this one thing, I finally got quality rest. I feel like ME again. Want to try it? Drop ‘REST’ and I’ll send you the info.”

You can use this story format in:

  • Reels & TikToks

  • FB & IG posts

  • Email & SMS

  • Live video & Stories


Your Next Steps:

This strategy isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing the right things in the right order.

Want to steal my exact forms, templates, and follow-up flows?

👉 Jump inside the Automate & Elevate Community now and grab the tools I’ve already loaded up for you.


We’ve got swipe files, follow-up scripts, and real-time support to help you actually implement this before the month ends.

Let’s make these last few days count — you’ve got this 🙌


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Karrie CEO

Karrie Augustine Boyle is a Social Media Marketing Strategist, dedicated to helping entrepreneurs create content that connects, converts, and grows their businesses. With a passion for simplifying strategies and delivering actionable solutions, Karrie empowers business owners to turn ideas into impactful results. When not brainstorming content ideas, you can find Karrie sipping on coffee and dreaming up the next big thing.

Karrie Augustine Boyle

Karrie Augustine Boyle is a Social Media Marketing Strategist, dedicated to helping entrepreneurs create content that connects, converts, and grows their businesses. With a passion for simplifying strategies and delivering actionable solutions, Karrie empowers business owners to turn ideas into impactful results. When not brainstorming content ideas, you can find Karrie sipping on coffee and dreaming up the next big thing.

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