FAQ for Good News Digital
What is the story turnaround time?
15 days from the date the story order is placed.
Can the client pick when their story is published?
Yes, as long as the data is 15 days past the day the story order is placed.
What happens when a story is published?
The story is posted to the Good News Facebook page, added to the Good News Friday community email, and Good News starts running Meta ads promoting the story.
How many tiers can a client pick from?
There are four Good News Digital tiers.
Does the client still receive a print ad?
What size are the print ads?
Good News Digital tiers correspond to print ads:
Essential Tier = 1/4-page ad
Elite = 1/2-page ad
Pro and Platinum = full-page ads.
What happens to ⅛ page ads?
Those ads will still be in the print edition, but they don’t receive a story or digital marketing.
Can I buy more than one story?
Yes, you can add an additional tier any month.
How long is the commitment?
Our tiered pricing is based on a 12-month commitment.
Why don’t I just do my own story?
Our storytelling process involves an in-depth approach to creating a story that will resonate with people who would benefit from your products and services. In addition, a third party like Good News publishing your story gives the story more credibility and value not only with readers but also with AI and search engines.
Who receives the print edition?
We mail a print edition to subscribers and advertisers.
Can I find a print edition in town at a store?
Yes, contact us to get a list of where you can pick up the print version of Good News.
Does my business story go in the print edition?
No, in the print edition, all clients receive a complimentary print ad. The benefits of our tiers give clients maximum online reach, combining print and digital marketing.
What does Guaranteed Reach mean?
That is the number of Meta users we guarantee will see your story over 30 days. If that doesn’t happen, we will increase spending or publish your story more often on our pages to ensure the reach is met in the following month. Reach is calculated using a rolling monthly 90-day average.
Where will my story be published?
We publish all stories on www.GoodNewsMags.com. This gives your store greater credibility and value than if the story were placed only on your website. Our team has published over 1,700 stories, which gives us credibility with AI and search engines.
Will my story be on Instagram?
The Elite, Pro, and Platinum tiers include ad budget for IG.
What if my story spans multiple towns?
We can increase the monthly ad spend for all stories if you need to reach additional areas.
What is the difference between the prior print offers and the new Good News Digital tiers?
The updated Good News tiers include your standard Print Ad and Online Flip Edition, but now add several new features, including Stories About You, Reach Guaranteed, Facebook and Instagram integration, Email Marketing, and Monthly Reach and Views Reporting.
Will I receive reports on how my digital campaign is performing?
Yes, the updated Good News program includes Monthly Reach and Views Reporting.
Do I receive an online version of my print ad?
Yes, both the old and new tiers include an Online Flip Edition.
Am I considered accredited by participating?
Yes, all four tiers (Essential, Elite, Pro, and Platinum) include being Good News Accredited.
What does accredited mean?
Good News is recognized as an independent publisher, and with that we put our reputation behind the stories we tell about your business.
How much does each Good News Digital tier cost?
The Essential tier is $498 per month.
The Elite tier is $798 per month.
The Pro tier is $1,495 per month.
The Platinum tier is $2,095 per month.
How many stories are published for my business per year?
All four tiers include 12 published stories per year.
What services are included in the story creation process?
Every tier includes comprehensive content creation, specifically Story Planning and Story Writing. All tiers also include Facebook Content, Facebook Ads, Website Content, a Good News Ad, and Email Promotion.
How exactly is the “Guaranteed Reach” calculated?
Guaranteed reach is the number of Meta users reached over a month. This reach is guaranteed to be the average monthly reach calculated over a three-month period.
What is the minimum guaranteed monthly reach for each tier?
Essential: 3,000 Meta users.
Elite: 9,000 Meta users.
Pro: 13,500 Meta users.
Platinum: 20,250 Meta users.
Those are minimum reach quantities. We expect to reach more people per month than those figures.
How many estimated views will my campaign generate each month?
Views should exceed –
Essential: 6,000 estimated views.
Elite: 18,000 estimated views.
Pro: 50,000 estimated views.
Platinum: 72,000 estimated views.
How much direct money is spent on Meta ads for my campaign?
The Meta Direct Spend, included per Market, is $40 for Essential, $125 for Elite, $350 for Pro, and $500 for Platinum. Please note that this spend is estimated and can vary to ensure your guaranteed reach is achieved.