How to Build a Messaging Strategy in ClickUp

A strong messaging strategy keeps teams aligned, and ClickUp helps you turn that strategy into an organized, repeatable workflow. This step-by-step guide shows you how to translate the best practices and templates from the ClickUp messaging strategy resource into a practical system you can actually use.

By the end, you will know how to plan, document, and manage your messaging so every campaign, launch, and customer touchpoint feels consistent and on-brand.

Step 1: Clarify Your Core Messaging Foundation in ClickUp

Before you touch tasks or timelines, start by documenting your core foundations inside a central ClickUp space or folder.

Set up a ClickUp space for messaging

Create a dedicated space or folder for all messaging work so nothing is scattered across tools.

1. Create a new Space called Messaging & Positioning.
2. Add a Folder named Strategy & Frameworks.
3. Within that folder, add a List called Core Messaging.

Capture your brand messaging essentials

In the Core Messaging list, create tasks that act as your single sources of truth:

• Brand Promise: What your product or service delivers in one compelling sentence.
• Target Audience: Who you serve, including segments and jobs-to-be-done.
• Value Propositions: Clear explanations of the value you provide, by feature or solution.
• Brand Voice & Tone: Guidelines for how your brand sounds in different contexts.
• Messaging Pillars: 3–5 key themes that should show up across all content.

Use task descriptions and rich text to outline each element, and attach any existing docs or decks so everything is easy to find.

Step 2: Turn Messaging Strategy Templates into ClickUp Docs

The original ClickUp messaging strategy templates and examples highlight the sections you should define. Rebuild those templates directly in ClickUp Docs so they become living, editable resources.

Create a master messaging strategy doc in ClickUp

Inside your Messaging & Positioning space, add a Doc titled Messaging Strategy Playbook. Use sections like:

• Overview: Purpose, owners, review cadence.
• Audience Profiles: Key segments, needs, pains, desired outcomes.
• Value Messaging: Benefits and proof points mapped to each audience.
• Channel Guidelines: How messaging adapts for email, social, ads, and product.
• Examples & Templates: Ready-to-use copy patterns and outlines.

Each section can mirror the structure of the templates from the source article, but rebuilt as ClickUp Docs for collaboration and version control.

Link Docs to tasks for fast access

To keep strategy close to execution:

• Attach the Messaging Strategy Playbook Doc to key list views.
• Pin it in the space sidebar so writers and marketers see it instantly.
• Link specific doc headings (like audience sections) in relevant tasks, so creators never guess which angle or proof point to use.

Step 3: Build a ClickUp Workflow for Messaging Projects

Next, create an execution workflow so campaigns and assets consistently use your messaging strategy.

Design a ClickUp list for campaigns

Add a new List called Messaging Campaigns within your messaging space. Use it to manage launches, nurture series, or brand refresh projects.

Set up custom statuses such as:

• Briefing
• In Strategy Review
• In Draft
• In Edit
• Approved
• Scheduled / Live

Each campaign task should include:

• A summary of the goal and audience.
• Links to relevant sections of your ClickUp Docs.
• Target channels (email, web, social, ads, sales enablement).
• Deadlines and owners.

Create reusable task templates in ClickUp

Save time by turning your best briefs and workflows into task templates:

1. Create a task called Messaging Campaign Template.
2. Add a structured description that covers objective, audience, key statement, proof, and CTAs.
3. Define custom fields like Primary Message Pillar, Channel, and Stage of Funnel.
4. Save the task as a template so every new campaign follows the same structure.

Step 4: Use ClickUp to Align Teams on Messaging

Consistency depends on collaboration. Use ClickUp features to keep marketing, product, and sales aligned on how messaging is used and updated.

Centralize feedback and approvals in ClickUp

Instead of scattered email threads, handle reviews directly in tasks and Docs:

• Use comments to capture feedback right next to the copy.
• Mention teammates with @ comments for specific input.
• Create a custom field like Messaging Approved By so there is clear accountability.
• Use checklists for sub-approvals (marketing, product, legal, brand).

Maintain a messaging changelog in ClickUp

When messaging evolves, track it transparently:

1. Create a Doc called Messaging Changelog.
2. Log what changed, why it changed, and who approved it.
3. Link that Doc in every major messaging task and in your playbook.

This makes it simple for new team members to see how your positioning and key narratives have matured over time.

Step 5: Map Messaging Templates to Content Production in ClickUp

Now connect your strategy to day-to-day content creation so every asset reflects your agreed messaging.

Set up a ClickUp content list tied to messaging

Create a List named Content & Assets and use views filtered by campaign or message pillar.

For each content task (like a blog post, email, or landing page):

• Reference the campaign task it belongs to.
• Link to the relevant messaging templates and examples in your Docs.
• Include a short section in the task description called Messaging Checklist that verifies pillar usage, proof points, and tone of voice.

Tag assets with ClickUp custom fields

Use custom fields to make it easy to audit and improve your messaging coverage:

• Primary Message Pillar (dropdown)
• Secondary Pillar (dropdown)
• Audience Segment (dropdown)
• Lifecycle Stage (lead, trial, customer, champion)

With these fields, you can quickly see which pillars are overused or underused and adjust future content to match your strategy.

Step 6: Review and Optimize Your Messaging in ClickUp

A messaging strategy is never static. Use recurring tasks and views in ClickUp to keep it current and effective.

Schedule recurring strategy reviews in ClickUp

Create recurring tasks such as:

• Quarterly Messaging Review
• Monthly Campaign Performance Check
• Audience Insight Update

In each task, link performance dashboards, campaign results, and any new customer insight docs. Capture decisions and next steps so they feed back into your playbook.

Build reporting views in ClickUp

Use ClickUp views to keep everyone informed:

• Board view grouped by status to see campaign progress.
• List view grouped by message pillar to check balance.
• Calendar view to visualize when key messages hit the market.

These views help leadership and stakeholders understand how messaging flows through your channels and where to invest next.

Next Steps and Helpful Resources

To go deeper into messaging best practices and templates, explore the original ClickUp messaging strategy templates article, then replicate the key structures in your own workspace.

If you need expert help designing scalable workflows and content operations around your messaging system, you can also work with a specialist agency like Consultevo to refine your ClickUp implementation.

With a clear strategy, documented templates, and a thoughtful ClickUp setup, your team can create consistent, effective messaging that supports every campaign and every customer interaction.

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