Second of two guest posts from Troy White on the subject of lead generation and conversion, First part is here… “Lead Generation The Direct Response Way – Part 1” In this next part, we focus more on the vital task of turning those leads into actual sales and real dollars in the account. ***** Step […]
Classic Headline Found In Topless Bar
I’ve written before about how the tabloid press and publications like “National Enquirer” can be a source of fantastic, attention-grabbing headlines. Noticed this report today about the retirement of the man who wrote this classic… “Headless Body In Topless Bar” …read all about it, of course! It’s from the “New York Post” and was written […]
How Reader’s Digest Can Help Your Copywriting
I’ve been back from my Christmas trip to the UK for almost a week now and I’ve just about caught up with all the “stuff” that inevitably piles up! Going through my mail, came across the January issue of Reader’s Digest. Now, I have a subscription because of a tip from legendary copywriter John Caples. […]
What Copywriters Can Learn From Supermarket Queues (…And Airports!)
Had to go into the city today for an adjustment at my chiropractor. On the way back I had to pop into a supermarket to pick up some groceries (ah…the exciting life of a freelance copywriter). Because it was lunchtime, there was a huge queue and I ended up having to wait about 10 minutes to […]