Module 11: Exclusivity
"I refuse to join any club that would have me as a member"
Definition
People value things more when they feel rare, insider-only, or reserved for a select group.
Nascar VIP is a great example of this. American Express marketed entirely with this idea of being in the club (although since expanding their product line for EVERYONE it no longer works).
Why It Works
Exclusivity plays on belonging and scarcity. If others can’t have it, people want it more. It makes your audience feel special and chosen.
Examples in Content
- LinkedIn: “I’m opening 5 private coaching spots this quarter—then I’m done.”
- Instagram Story: “Only 25 seats left for the live workshop.”
- Email subject line: “Private invite: Join our founder’s circle.”
Exercises
- Rewrite Prompt: Take a generic offer you’ve posted. Rewrite it so it sounds like only a small, exclusive group can access it.
- Fresh Post Template:
- Hook: “This isn’t for everyone, only [specific group]…”
- Body: Explain why it’s limited and what makes it special.
- CTA: “If you want in, reply with ‘EXCLUSIVE’ before [date].”
- Hook: “This isn’t for everyone, only [specific group]…”
- Reflection: What product or service could you position as invite-only?