Our 'quick tips' this month summarise one of the most important aspects of good copywriting - making your writing invisible. While I wouldn't like it if someone commented on my work and said, 'That's poor writing', I would be equally disappointed if someone said, 'That's excellent ... [ More ]
Are keywords important for SEO? Yes. And no.
When learning about keywords it is always useful to bear in mind how SEO has changed in recent years. In answering the question 'are keywords still important for SEO?' let me answer it by saying this. Not long ago, we heard a great deal about things called 'meta keywords'. These used to be ... [ More ]
Editing marketing copy (2): 7 tips for sharper writing
Good writing is a joy to read. You might look at the work of a particular writer and be blown away by their skill. But remember, like so much artistry, writing is 10% inspiration and 90% perspiration. There have been literary geniuses who were capable of pouring streams of words from their ... [ More ]
9 tips for creating effective direct mail campaigns
Although direct mail certainly diminished in popularity in recent years, it never quite went away. The digital revolution certainly pushed it to one side, but as with so much in life, things tend to swing back into balance and so it is proving here. Online and offline marketing channels can ... [ More ]
Step out of the spotlight
How to avoid the most common mistake in copywriting The recent Best Words copywriting seminar for business owners and managers was rated ‘excellent’ by all participants. "Practical and inspiring. It made me want to get on with writing copy for my own business." "Excellent: lots of ... [ More ]
