Introduction: In this tutorial, Tony Hollywood demonstrates how to create and use email templates using Template Phrases, a powerful Microsoft Outlook tool by AbleBits. He explains how this tool can enhance email communication productivity and highlights the importance of thinking strategically about email templates. Tony also emphasizes the synergy between Template Phrases and Banana Tag, another tool he previously introduced for tracking email interactions.

1. Introduction to Creating Templates:

• Tony shares a random text generator tool called Bacon Ipsum and copies some text to use as an example in the template.
• He opens Microsoft Outlook and clicks on “New Email” to access the Template Phrases panel on the right-hand side.

2. Step-by-Step Template Creation:

• Tony clicks on “Create New Template” in Template Phrases and names the template “Bacon One.”
• He writes the email’s content, beginning with a standout greeting and the subject line “Bacon LM4 (Left Message).”

3. Utilizing Macros in Templates:

• Tony introduces the concept of macros and demonstrates inserting the “Fill Subject” macro, which automatically fills in the subject line with the predefined content.
• He adds his name and “Bacon Info” to complete the email template.

4. Accessing and Using Templates:

• Tony saves the template and explains how easy it is to access templates in Template Phrases.
• He demonstrates how to retrieve the “Bacon One” template and how it automatically fills in the subject line and body when selected.

5. Enhancing Email Productivity:

• Tony suggests using Template Phrases for frequently used email replies to boost productivity.
• He highlights the complementary benefits of using Banana Tag in conjunction with Template Phrases to track email interactions and gauge recipients’ engagement.

Conclusion: Template Phrases is a valuable tool for Microsoft Outlook users, enabling them to create and utilize email templates efficiently. Tony encourages viewers to think strategically about email content and use this tool to streamline email communication with prospects and clients. By combining Template Phrases with Banana Tag, users can gain valuable insights into email engagement, enhancing their overall sales and marketing efforts. Embrace these productivity tools and elevate your email communication to new levels. Thank you for watching, and have a fantastic day!