Dear Copywriter: Are These Culture-Shaping Visual Trends On Your Radar?https://www.marketsmiths.com/2019/dear-copywriter-are-these-culture-shaping-visual-trends-on-your-radar/ Although copywriters are word people in general, the good ones also keep an eagle eye on the images appearing in our culture—and what they reveal… Jan 11 18January 11, 2018Article at MarketSmiths
How to Tell Your Brand Story in a Single SentenceWhen copywriters do their job right, they can sum up an entire brand in one crisp phrase. Here are the three steps to telling a brand story and three tips to help you do it. You don’t need to be a professional marketer to know good copywriting when… Jul 18 18July 18, 2018Article at MarketSmiths
On the Copywriting Process: 5 Tips to Generating, Perfecting, and Pitching Ideas that SellA guest writer takes us back to first principles—"Just how do you do this 'copywriting' thing?"—and offers five tips to guide you through the entire process, from brainstorming to execution. Our guest writer Sarah Lybrand is no stranger to the joys… Jun 08 18June 08, 2018Article at MarketSmiths
How to Master the Art of Self-Deprecation in Your Brand VoiceThese days, self-deprecation is all the rage. It can breathe new life into your brand voice, captivating millennials and boomers alike—but only when executed correctly. Here's how to embrace this risky but rewarding tactic. Truth in advertising may… Aug 24 18August 24, 2018Article at MarketSmiths
A Marketer’s Blueprint: How to Craft Copy That’s Built to LastWriting extraordinary copy can be a daunting task. Wondering where to start? Here's how to equip yourself with the right tools, team members, and creative process. When I stare at a blank page at the start of a new writing assignment, I probably feel… Aug 31 18August 31, 2018Article at MarketSmiths
2 Ways to Build Consistent Trust (aka Thought Leadership) in a Fickle B2B MarketIn an increasingly competitive B2B market, how can you set yourself apart from the competition? It's simple: effective copy. Compelling case studies and head-turning thought leadership can elevate your brand in new, dynamic ways. In November 2019,… Dec 01 19December 01, 2019Article at MarketSmiths
The 15 Best Questions to Jump-start Any B2B Marketing ProjectGetting started on a new B2B marketing project? Before you jump in, make sure you know your client inside and out. Here's a list of 15 questions that'll yield the insights you need to succeed. Whether you’re a copywriter, B2B marketing strategist, or… Feb 13 19February 13, 2019Article at MarketSmiths
How to Write Scary Good B2B Marketing CopyThe most effective B2B content draws on the power of human psychology—not just our desires, but also our greatest fears. Here's how you can craft thrillingly good copy—the kind that lingers in your audience's mind for days. Happy Halloween, everyone!… Oct 31 18October 31, 2018Article at MarketSmiths