One of the best ways to get insights into the copywriting mindset is to sit down and talk with a successful copywriter. And interviews are a great way to do that vicariously. So, when I recently stumbled across this interview that copywriting giant Clayton Makepeace conducted with Kent Komae, I thought it well worth bringing […]
Drayton Bird On Copywriting And Marketing Today…
I’ve been coming across the name and work of copywriter and direct response marketing maven Drayton Bird a lot lately. That reminded me of an interview that Clayton Makepeace conducted with Drayton for the members of his copywriting membership program. It’s one of the best interviews on contemporary marketing that I’ve come across. I had […]
Copywriting Notes – Makepeace And Bencivenga Part 6
Here’s the final segment of the interview between Clayton Makepeace and Gary Bencivenga. Gary reveals some of his secrets to creating a mutually profitable relationship between copywriters and clients. Let’s jump right in…
Copywriting Notes – What To Do When You Think You’re A Complete Idiot
I confess. There are times when I feel like a complete idiot. Times when I wonder if I really know what I’m doing. They don’t last, of course (otherwise it would be highly unlikely that I’d be writing this post today!). But for most copywriters (and entrepreneurs, as well) it’s something that comes with the […]
Marketing And How The Mega-Rich Get “Satisfaction”
Noticed this in the local paper today…“Rolling Stones’ $7.2m Gig”. “The Rolling Stones have been named the world’s highest-paid private performers. The band, fronted by Sir Mick Jagger, command a staggering GBP 3.5 million (A$7.2million) per private performance a new book has revealed.” The book in question is “Pop Babylon” by Imogen Edward-Jones. Wonder if […]