My 5 favourite tech hacks for running an online business
When running a business online, you want to make your life as easy as possible by finding ways to hack your way to the end goal. I have 5 tech hacks that have helped me shave hours off my working day and up-levelled my work as an email copywriter and I’m sharing them with you today.
How to remember all your passwords AKA a user’s guide to LastPass
Running an online business means just one thing… you have a ton of passwords to remember for various platforms to run your business. Well, there are other things, but your passwords can be a pain to remember and keep safe. Enter LastPass! Find out how to use this life saving tool to help you stay organised and secure.
13 things (you didn’t know) you can do with Google Docs
Are you using Google Docs for your online business? If not, you should and if you are then bravo! Whatever is the case... here’s 13 things you probably didn’t know you can do with Google Docs to make your business more efficient.
How to set up a customer survey using Google Forms
Writing copy that speaks to the heart of your customer is only possible when you know who your customer is and what they’re thinking. So to glean this information, what better way than to directly ask them? This tutorial shows you how to set up a survey using Google Forms so you can send it to your customers, subscribers or audience and get their feedback.
Key concepts from the book Breakthrough Advertising
Breakthrough Advertising, the hallowed marketing book from the late, great Eugene M Schwartz is in the hall of fame of marketing. Copies of this book once fetched hundreds of dollars and I have a copy. Here are the key concepts that Schwartz made famous.
Marketing 101: Hook vs. Big Idea – What’s the difference?
In old-school marketing known as direct response, there’s always been a lot of talk about your hook or big idea when it comes to your marketing campaign. So what are they? And what’s the difference? Read on to find out.
What is ethical marketing?
What exactly is ethical marketing? And how can you do it for your ecommerce business? Find out the do’s and don’ts when it comes to marketing your products ethically.
3 ways to get your customers to return and buy again
As an ecommerce business owner you’re putting in the hard work to convert viewers and readers into customers, but what then? How do you get your customers to return and buy again? Here are three ways to encourage repeat purchases.
What you need to know about GDPR for emails
Want to make sure your emails are GDPR compliant? In this post you’ll find out what you need to know about GDPR for emails and your marketing strategy. Believe me, it’s not as scary as it sounds!
Using market research & voice of customer to your advantage
If you’ve been in the online space for any amount of time you will hear time and time again that you need to research your target market to 1) create the right products and offerings and 2) speak to that target market in a way that gets them on board with your product or offering AND buy.
For this article I’m focusing on the second point which is what copywriting is all about.
So why do you need to do research? Can’t you just say how great your thing is and hope it sells?
wtf is a funnel?
If you’re wondering what a marketing funnel is and get yourself tied in knots because you can’t wrap your head around it all, then fear not, in this post I’m breaking it all down to simple steps. This will give you the basics of what a funnel is and make you dangerous enough to go create one for your business.
The 9 aspects of your brand message
When it comes to positioning your brand and selling your products your messaging needs to be on point. You’ll want to be clear on your brand message before you start on your marketing message for your products, so here’s your guide on the 9 aspects you’ll need to consider to get your brand message right.
5 insights from being the dumbest person in the room (TCC irl 2019)
Have you ever thought of going to a business conference? Here’s one that should be on your list to go to – The Copywriter Club IRL event. These are my insights from being the dumbest person in that room.
3 lies about email marketing
Have you got an effective email marketing strategy for your ecommerce business? If not, I know what might be holding you back! There are some lies about email marketing doing the rounds and I’m about to bust these “myths” so you can start harnessing the power of email and make more sales.
An honest way to stand out in a crowded market
In a sea of “sameness” online, how do you make your brand stand out? There are multiple ways to do this, but there’s one thing you can do that will gain trust with your readers and it’s a trick I learned from my Mesiner acting training. It’s all about the TRUTH of what you’re saying and it will help you stand out in a crowded market.
What's my motivation?
If you want to write copy that motivates customers to buy then make the most of your Netflix binge-watch and learn this acting trick that will help you write more persuasive copy. I reveal this clever acting technique in this post to help you become a better copywriter for your online business.
How to be more productive
Finding it hard to stay productive? If you find procrastination is stopping you from being successful, then this simple trick will have you being more productive every day without fail!
How to implement your opt-in to make sure it’s delivered correctly
Ready to get you opt-in delivered to your subscriber? Here are all the steps you need to consider to make sure it’s a great subscriber journey and that all the dots are connected to deliver your lead magnet on time!
Opt-in systems – the only 2 things you need
Not sure what systems you need to deliver your optin or lead magnet to your subscriber? Here’s your guide for everything you need to know to get your Opt-in up and running and sending to your subscriber.
How to create an opt-in in 4 easy steps
Know you need to get an opt-in set up to get subscribers on your list, but don’t know where to begin? Well this post will show you exactly how to create your opt-in or lead magnet in just four easy steps.