One of the biggest challenges for many copywriters is simply how to manage time effectively. It’s important, of course, because deadlines have to be met and if you’re working for yourself you can’t afford to waste time. Working from home poses particular challenges because, well, it’s just too easy to get distracted. So how do […]
Some Direct Response Marketing Lessons From Big Brands
I know that we in Direct Response Marketing prefer not to talk too much about “branding”, but there are a couple of recent news items that I think have some useful lessons. Firstly, Apple Computer recently opened the first proper “Apple Store” in Australia to scenes of chaos and pandemonium (“CBD Chaos As Apple Store […]
Copywriting Notes – Fitness Tips For Copywriters
Fitness tips? Yup, fitness tips for copywriters! Health and fitness is obviously important for everyone. That’s why it such a huge market segment. But it’s particularly important, I think, for copywriters. That’s because as a copywriter you are in an inherently stressful business. I mentioned in an earlier post that in Direct Response you’re in […]
The Importance of Trust In Marketing And Copywriting
Yesterday I talked about the importance of proof elements in copywriting. Something that is closely linked, but a little different, is TRUST. You often see it said that lack of trust is one of the biggest obstacles to making a sale. In online marketing, it can be a particular problem. Hence the importance top marketers […]
“Scientific Advertising In The 21st Century” – Part 2
Welcome to Part 2 of this series “Scientific Advertising In The 21st Century”. Hopkins begins the second chapter (“Just Salesmanship”) as follows… “To properly understand advertising or to learn even its rudiments one must start with the right conception. Advertising is salesmanship. Its principles are the principles of salesmanship. Success and failures in both lines […]
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