Shame Shame. This word works on righteous outrage and curiosity. How often have you read about a celebrity shame weekend drugs and drink-fuelled binge? Or a politician’s shameful double standards- voting to cut the budget to help people buy their first homes while using taxpayer’s money to buy another villa in France? Result? Indignation. It’s […]
Amazing Look at any list of must-have words for your copywriting or digital content marketing, and “amazing” is always there. Let’s take a look at this popular marketing word. Firstly, what does amazing really mean? Although there is some debate, the consensus is that it comes from the Old English verb amasian which meant to […]
Empower You should always use copywriting to empower your customers where you can. We are going to look at the importance of empowering your customers and how that affects customer retention. The importance of your customers feeling good about what they have bought cannot be over-estimated. Remember, no matter whether you are selling a physical […]
Introduce Merriam-Webster defines “introduce” as “to bring (someone, such as an actor or singer) before the public for the first time.” It’s exciting to be introduced to something. I remember being introduced to Chinese food. I was 12. Raised on traditional British meat and two veg fare, I knew I was going to get something […]
“When I write an advertisement, I don’t want you to tell me that you find it ‘creative.’ I want you to find it so interesting that you buy the product.” – David Ogilvy Learn more about how my content and copywriting services can help boost your business. Contact me for a free, no-obligation chat […]
Effective If something is effective it does what it’s supposed to. Here’s what the Merriam-Webster dictionary says. No-one wants to waste their time or money on something that isn’t effective. Remember the advert for wallpaper paste from the ‘70s? If not, or you’re a little too young, check it out the link at the bottom […]
Instant What do we want? [Fill in the blank!] When do we want it? NOW! In a culture of instant gratification, instant messages, instant films or TV series, it’s hard for us to wait. “Instant” or “instantly” taps into this desire to have things now. Your customers might learn a meditation secret as soon as […]
Magic/Magically Magic! The mystery, the beauty, the unlimited delight. . . ultimate power . . . Do you want to be beautiful? Healthy? Wealthy? Wise? Do you want life to be relaxing, joyful, exciting or overflowing with domestic contentment? Someone, somewhere, has the magical formula to give you whatever you want. That’s the magic of this […]