Without a clearly defined set of values, any attempt at entrepreneurialism is pretty futile. But how can a company go about developing a set of values that is a true reflection of its brand? Very few, if any, organisations start out from a blueprint in which its USP and company ... [ More ]
The power of ‘core values’ in a Brexit landscape
Among the frenzied voices of the current Brexit maelstrom it is common to hear MPs referencing British Core Values - whatever they think these might be. These are politicians basing arguments on a nebulous set of priorities which, in their eyes, define the British nation and bind its ... [ More ]
Good copywriting – make your writing disappear
The art of the invisible If someone commented on my work and said, 'That's poor writing', I'd be disappointed. But if someone (beside my client) said, 'That's excellent writing', I'd be likely to be disappointed too. Why? Because my copywriting has nothing to do with me and everything to do ... [ 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 ]