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A word’s worth: how effective is good copywriting really?

@JenMy78364 'Received some excellent feedback' is usually the phrase I go for...


25 Apr 2013 - 08:57

Grumpy, Lazy, Busy: why it’s so hard to write for the online reader

@antho20963 You've spotted the fundamental contradiction in the piece, you clever rascal. Yes, I absolutely didn't adhere to any of the guidance I offered (rules isn't appropriate, simply because no such things exist). This was because I was writing an opinion piece, which serves a very distinct purpose from online content designed to illicit a very definite response from the reader (i.e. sell them ‘sumfing'). All I wanted to do was prompt people to have a ponder about the issues I raised and then agree or (heaven forbid) disagree. Very glad you enjoyed the piece and really appreciate you getting involved with the comments.


15 Apr 2013 - 16:16

Grumpy, Lazy, Busy: why it’s so hard to write for the online reader

@antho20963 You've spotted the fundamental contradiction in the piece, you clever rascal. Yes, I absolutely didn't adhere to any of the guidance I offered (rules isn't appropriate, simply because no such things exist). This was because I was writing an opinion piece, which serves a very distinct purpose from online content designed to illicit a very definite response from the reader (i.e. sell them ‘sumfing'). All I wanted to do was prompt people to have a ponder about the issues I raised and then agree or (heaven forbid) disagree. Very glad you enjoyed the piece and really appreciate you getting involved with the comments.


15 Apr 2013 - 16:14

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