Great copywriting is about great sentences
Content & Strategy Copywriting SkillsThat great copywriting is all about appealing to the emotions shouldn’t come as that much of a surprise to anyone. However, writing great copy is often easier said than done, with many traps awaiting the inexperienced writer.But why is…
The 4 Things You Must Include in Your White Papers to Engage, Persuade and Convert Leads
Content & StrategyOne of my freelance projects involves finding interesting technology resources and recommending them on a client’s blog. I read a lot of technology white papers and often pass over quite a few duds before I find one that is valuable enough…
Short Vs. Long Copy: 5 Guidelines to Help You Decide
Content & StrategyIt’s easy to find advice on how long copy should be.It’s hard to find specific advice on how long copy should be.You’ll see things like:It’s OK for it to be long, but not too long.
The more expensive the product, the…
Easy Copywriting
Content & Strategy Copywriting SkillsI’m about to share some information that could destroy my business. What I’m about to tell you could cause sales of my new eBook to plummet, shakes of the head from peers and derision throughout the industry. I could even be banned from…
4 Copywriting Techniques Every Good Storyteller Already Knows
Content & Strategy Copywriting SkillsDid you know that some great writers like Fitzgerald and Joseph Heller were copywriters before they became famous novelists?Storytelling and writing to sell have much more in common than you might think. Not every good storyteller makes…
The golden rule to writing great headlines for your sales letters
Content & StrategyWhat makes a successful headline? After all, if you don't attract your readers' attention with your headline, the rest of your sales letter is a waste of words.There are 5 important qualities that a winning headline may possess:Self-interest
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So You Want To be A Copywriter?
Content & StrategyCaught you looking!Wannabe copywriters often check out my site for information relating to my services and fees. And quite right too! I still give my competitor's websites a 'gander' every now and then, in case they're doing something that…
How to write great website content for your business
Copywriting SkillsEvery business website needs great copy, but writing winning content isn’t always easy.The white, blank page on your computer screen or notepad can leave you feeling panicked and overwhelmed. The longer you stare at it, the harder it gets…
Being Specific to Create Greater Relevancy and Boost Response
Content & StrategySummary: Using specifics in your marketing messages helps you connect with your wellness prospects, build credibility, and generate greater response rates.Google and other search engines love relevancy.They use it to rank web…
8 top tender writing tips for a winning response
Content & StrategyLast week, I spent most of my working hours head down and bum up writing a tender document for a disability employment service provider.It went as smooth as could be expected given a tight deadline and remote client, but it made me think…
Bad Copywriting – Just hire a copywriter next time!
Content & Strategy Copywriting SkillsI read junk mail avidly – looking for good copywriting ideas to steal (er herm!) and bad examples to laugh at. One of the latter arrived recently. I am not going to name-and-shame, but I am going to share some of the disaster with you. The…
Does SEO Stifle Your Ability To Be Creative And Authentic?
Content & Strategy Copywriting SkillsThat is a question I get asked all the time, especially because a large majority of my clients are creative and purpose-filled entrepreneurs.The simple is NO.The good news is yes you can be CREATIVE and AUTHENTIC and use SEO.Hooray.…