How to be a copywriter

Great copywriting is about great sentences

That 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 & Strategy

One 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 & Strategy

It’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

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I’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…

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4 Copywriting Techniques Every Good Storyteller Already Knows

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Did 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…

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The golden rule to writing great headlines for your sales letters

Content & Strategy

What 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 …

So You Want To be A Copywriter?

Content & Strategy

Caught 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…

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How to write great website content for your business

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Every 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…

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Being Specific to Create Greater Relevancy and Boost Response

Content & Strategy

Summary: 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…