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Don’t use 50 words when 10 will do

Sometimes we are guilty of bombarding our prospects with information that they have no interest in. Ask yourself: Is what you are telling them what YOU want them to know or is it what THEY need to know?

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Fast and furious first drafts

Here are ten fast-fire rules for writing good draft copy. Get away to somewhere quiet – just you, the keyboard and a blank document, no distractions Be in a fit and ready state to write, mentally and physically – be … Continue reading

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10 attention-grabbing headline formulas

It makes sense that 80% of your success will be down to your headline so you need to put some work into making sure yours are attention-grabbing and appropriate.

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Marketing power words – 14 most powerful words in marketing!

What are the most powerful and effective words in marketing? Interestingly, “sale” isn’t one of them.

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Raise your profile

Raising your profile Reputation is very important! Think about your last significant or expensive purchase. How did you decide what to buy? If you’re like most people, you probably made your decision based on the reputation of the brand or … Continue reading

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Translate your features to customer benefits

Have you ever caught yourself thinking “so what” when somebody is telling you what makes their product or service so amazing?  This isn’t an uncommon reaction because most people are only telling you about the features of their product or … Continue reading

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Write an attention grabbing headline

Put yourself in a situation where you desperately need help.  For example you are stranded on a motorway in bad weather with no mobile phone and only a marker pen and a flip chart to hand! How would you attract … Continue reading

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Sales letter basics

The letter is usually the first thing that your prospect will read, even in you accompany it with a brochure.  You need to make it relevant.

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The only thing worse than being talked about…

…is not being talked about. Make sure your business makes the news by following these tips.

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7 steps to kick-start your PR

Step 1 – determine your target. Make a list of all the publications in your target market area.  Look at newspapers, trade magazines, local newsletters etc.  If you are interested in broadcast, also list local radio stations and television channels. … Continue reading

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