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Hey! Why the Long Sales Pages?
Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2009-04-01 | Word Count: 868 | Page Views: 3447 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 1.71
So, you get one of those emails from someone whose business you kinda like. And it's got some enticing little message in it - so you click to take a look at the offer. And suddenly you find yourself in highlighter land. Broad streaks of yellow, lots of exclamation points, and pages and pages of words making all kinds of claims and promises. And when you scroll allllllll the way down to the bottom, there isn't even a price. You need to click on an 'order now' button before they even tell you the price.

How To Write A 300 Page Book In Four Months
Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2009-02-26 | Word Count: 821 | Page Views: 5035 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 1.42
There's a lot of hoopla about becoming an author of your very own business book. The promise of fame and fortune is very alluring. Yet your book remains perpetually 'about to be' written. Or, you've sequestered yourself for weeks or months to write your book, only to come out with something you feel luke-warm about.

How To Get Feedback From Colleagues That Makes Sense
Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2009-01-27 | Word Count: 841 | Page Views: 8345 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 1.82
Okay, you've just written a new website, or a new sales page. Or maybe you've just created a new product or offer. Or even just tried on a new suit. And you turn to your friend and ask: "Can I get some feedback from you? What do you think?"

The Role of Hunger in Your Business
Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2009-01-21 | Word Count: 1016 | Page Views: 3550 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.86
Hunger and fear are good for your business. Not abject hunger and despairing panic, mind you. That's too much. But a little touch of hunger and fear is very useful. I know there are many people out there who would prefer that not to be the case. And I'm one of them. I wish inspiration and love were big enough motivators for action. But for us humans who aren't yet enlightened, they don't seem to work so well.

Spirituality in Your Business Without Scaring Clients
Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2009-01-05 | Word Count: 1101 | Page Views: 3376 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.50
You've been deepening your spirituality, and it has seeped into everything you do, or is starting to. The thing is, will it freak your clients out if you go all woo-woo and bizarre on them? Even if you're already using spirituality strongly in your business, I'm guessing there are places you just don't want to go, things that are too blatant or strong. You don't want to evangelize, you're not looking to convert anyone. But something's missing.

How a Personal Secretary is Critical to Your Response Rate
Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2008-12-23 | Word Count: 1037 | Page Views: 3338 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 1.80
In a past Moneyflow class, one of the participants was promoting a seminar. 'People aren't responding to my emails. What do I do?' 'Well, tell me what you've done,' I said. 'Today the second email went out. I've only had 5 people respond so far on my list of 100. And I've been networking, and making phone calls, and sending out flyers.' What wasn't working?

Avoiding Financial Trauma Stress Disorder
Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2008-12-01 | Word Count: 1002 | Page Views: 3851 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 0.43
Day after day we're being treated to news of the global financial markets being flushed further and further down the toilet. If you run a small business, it can be hard to hold onto hope and inspiration, because maybe this time things really are doomed. Makes you wonder and doubt--did someone not buy simply because they didn't buy, or is this the beginning of the end of your business?

Marketing Without Spending Your Life Trolling the Internet
Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2008-11-17 | Word Count: 1160 | Page Views: 3382 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 1.38
"I'd rather be rock climbing, hiking, spending time outside than in front of a computer. And, it all feels so useless, like nothing works anyhow. I'm spending my life energy in front of the computer, I feel like , and it's not moving my business forward!" That's what a client of ours was telling us. And how about you? You're staring at a screen right now, reading this. How many hours do you have to spend in front of a computer to make your business work, anyway?

Why Clients Don't Buy-- and 8232;The Hierarchy of Choice
Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2008-11-14 | Word Count: 1352 | Page Views: 3294 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.13
So you struggle over getting all the details just right, like pricing and timing, and all the other features included in your offers so your best clients will buy from you. So why aren't they buying? It's because all of those details are actually the least important part of a purchasing choice. One common misconception says that human beings make choices based on what's best for them, but that falls apart really quickly in the aftermath of several empty tubs of ice cream, as you hold your stomach and groan, "Why did I do that again?!?"

Can Branding Ever Be Heart Centered?
Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2008-10-27 | Word Count: 807 | Page Views: 3403 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.33
Sometimes the world delivers up vocabulary words that are just plain wrong. Painfully wrong. Words like "branding," which the world of marketing seems to love, but regular folks and cows just seem to hate. And it's because of how branding has often been used. Companies have done psychological studies on how to craft an environment that gets you to react in the way they want you to. It's like herding cattle into the searing-hot iron--ouch. Of course you don't want to use branding. Why would you ever want to do THAT?

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How To Inspire Yourself To Write Articles Others Will Want To Read
Written by: Bill Platt | Distributed: 2013-07-16 | Word Count: 937 | Page Views: 7367 | Votes: 30 | Rating: 2.10
Anyone engaged in writing articles for offline publications or online business has occasionally struggled with the question of "What to write?" This article documents the methods this writer uses to find inspiration and processes this writer uses to create articles people love to read.

Book Authors: How To Sell More Books And Get Your Publisher Active
Written by: Bill Platt | Distributed: 2013-06-27 | Word Count: 1871 | Page Views: 57833 | Votes: 45 | Rating: 3.40
It is an unfortunate reality that most people who write books believe that their publisher will always put their best foot forward, to promote their book. In the real world, it does not quite work that way.

Eliminate This Word From Your Ads Now
Written by: Scott Bywater | Distributed: 2010-01-08 | Word Count: 244 | Page Views: 4398 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 1.80
I'm about to show you a way to make your copy flow better. And it's probably one of the easiest steps that you could ever take to improve your copy.

Taming the Monkey Mind
Written by: Rochelle Melander | Distributed: 2009-07-22 | Word Count: 630 | Page Views: 4577 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 1.92
What happens in your brain when you try to write? My clients report a number of distractions and doubts. Listen in....

Retirement Is the Perfect Time to Fulfill Your Cherished Dream of Writing
Written by: Charles Jacobs | Distributed: 2009-07-14 | Word Count: 1105 | Page Views: 4757 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 1.92
Retirees are particularly qualified to fulfill their dreams of writing. They can call on years of life and work experience. Don't succumb to the myth that only a chosen few can see their words in print. You can do it too, but it is essential to think your project through and complete the research necessary to create quality content, whether your choice is fiction or nonfiction.

Why Write? How Writing Heals
Written by: Rochelle Melander | Distributed: 2009-07-08 | Word Count: 820 | Page Views: 3842 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.36
Learn how you can heal your life through journaling.

Resume Writing - Can Software Make A Difference?
Written by: David Alan Carter | Distributed: 2008-12-18 | Word Count: 563 | Page Views: 5508 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.78
A resume builder (i.e., resume software) is simply an interactive tool to help you craft your own resume. If you can compose a straightforward sentence and follow step-by-step instructions, you can write a professional-looking resume yourself - with help from a good resume builder. But how do you find a good one?

How to Write Your Book in a Month
Written by: Rochelle Melander | Distributed: 2008-12-09 | Word Count: 1122 | Page Views: 4532 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.40
How to complete a writing project in a month.

Seven Simple Strategies for Overcoming Writer's Block RIGHT NOW!
Written by: Rochelle Melander | Distributed: 2008-11-17 | Word Count: 1453 | Page Views: 5149 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.45
I used to think that writer's block was just another word for procrastination. When someone whined about being blocked I assumed it was because they had ignored the cardinal rule of writing—in order to get anything done, you've got to put your butt in the chair and do the time.

Get Instant Credibility!
Written by: Rochelle Melander | Distributed: 2008-11-13 | Word Count: 723 | Page Views: 4007 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 1.75
Get instant credibility by reading and recommending the work of great thinkers and writers in your field.

Book Authors: How To Sell More Books And Get Your Publisher Active
Written by: Bill Platt | Distributed: 2013-06-27 | Word Count: 1871 | Page Views: 57833 | Votes: 45 | Rating: 3.40
It is an unfortunate reality that most people who write books believe that their publisher will always put their best foot forward, to promote their book. In the real world, it does not quite work that way.

How To Inspire Yourself To Write Articles Others Will Want To Read
Written by: Bill Platt | Distributed: 2013-07-16 | Word Count: 937 | Page Views: 7367 | Votes: 30 | Rating: 2.10
Anyone engaged in writing articles for offline publications or online business has occasionally struggled with the question of "What to write?" This article documents the methods this writer uses to find inspiration and processes this writer uses to create articles people love to read.

Have You Tried Writing Your Own Biography?
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success | Distributed: 2006-09-29 | Word Count: 430 | Page Views: 7044 | Votes: 22 | Rating: 2.55
I had no idea how difficult it is to be articulate, concise and yet be informative about key facets of ones life.

John Carlton: The Most Respected Copywriter in the World Wide Web
Written by: Steven Gerber | Distributed: 2006-12-06 | Word Count: 582 | Page Views: 7029 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.22
If you have your own business, then the internet is one of the most useful tools that you can use today. It can literally increase your cash flow, and multiply your customer base if you know how to take advantage of the power of the internet.

Gary Albert: An Account of a Renowned Copywriter
Written by: Steven Gerber | Distributed: 2006-11-24 | Word Count: 559 | Page Views: 6406 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 1.50
In the line of copywriting industry, only a few can be considered to have effective hands. Not all can write as compelling as those who have mastered the art because of natural talent and through experience.

Self-Promotion Writing Tips for Companies
Written by: Tammy M. Ratcliff | Distributed: 2008-01-08 | Word Count: 704 | Page Views: 6067 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.44
One of the best ways for companies to "get their name out there" is through self-promotion. This is a little different than straight up advertising and usually more effective.

Web Copywriter: What It Takes To Be One
Written by: Steven Gerber | Distributed: 2006-11-17 | Word Count: 586 | Page Views: 6039 | Votes: 15 | Rating: 2.60
There are a lot of people who wants to make money in the internet by being a web copywriter. If you are one of these people who want to get in to the action of copywriting for profit, you should know how it's done and how you can be successful in the field.

Copywriting Selling Secret #2 - 12 Magic Words
Written by: Scott Bywater | Distributed: 2007-11-21 | Word Count: 200 | Page Views: 5658 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 2.71
You're in for a real treat, because I am going to reveal a dozen words, which could change your life. Why? Because Yale University researches have identified the 12 most powerful words in the human language, proven to attract attention and stir emotion within their readers.

Improve Your Writing Skills by Reading
Written by: Dindy Robinson | Distributed: 2006-11-28 | Word Count: 335 | Page Views: 5532 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 1.86
If you want to be a good writer, you need to READ. This may seem self-evident, but you would be amazed at how many writers I talk to who do not ever read.

Effective Business Writing Tips for Professionals
Written by: Sharif Khan | Distributed: 2007-11-07 | Word Count: 974 | Page Views: 5519 | Votes: 28 | Rating: 2.21
Learn the art of effective business writing to help increase sales, improve business communications, win business proposals, generate new business leads, and develop better business letter writing and report writing skills.

Book Authors: How To Sell More Books And Get Your Publisher Active
Written by: Bill Platt | Distributed: 2013-06-27 | Word Count: 1871 | Page Views: 57833 | Votes: 45 | Rating: 3.40
It is an unfortunate reality that most people who write books believe that their publisher will always put their best foot forward, to promote their book. In the real world, it does not quite work that way.

How to get read on the World Wide Web
Written by: Rick Sloboda | Distributed: 2007-03-01 | Word Count: 387 | Page Views: 4622 | Votes: 23 | Rating: 3.39
When writing web copy for the all-too-noisy World Wide Web, nothing is more powerful than simplicity. As a result, your web copy messages need to be clearly defined and concise.

The Greatest Copywriting Skill And How to Learn It
Written by: Dan Lok | Distributed: 2007-11-13 | Word Count: 705 | Page Views: 5245 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.30
The most powerful skill you can have as a copywriter is getting inside your prospects head and talking to them in their language. When you do that, and do it well, they'll listen to you. When you're talking to them about their most pressing problems, their most dire needs, and deepest desires...in their language...magic happens.

Are Web Users Dense?
Written by: Rick Sloboda | Distributed: 2007-03-20 | Word Count: 313 | Page Views: 4200 | Votes: 32 | Rating: 3.28
Clients and students frequently question why website writing should hover around a grade eight level.

Writing for the Web:Nourish the Spider, Engage the Human
Written by: Rick Sloboda | Distributed: 2006-11-28 | Word Count: 421 | Page Views: 4918 | Votes: 32 | Rating: 3.16
When you're writing for the Web, you answer to two masters: humans and spiders. For your website to reach its full potential, your web writing needs to appeal to the emotional needs of your target audience as well as the logical needs of search engine spiders.

Touch Your Prospect's Soul With Empathetic Copywriting
Written by: Dan Lok | Distributed: 2007-11-06 | Word Count: 557 | Page Views: 5211 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 3.08
It has often been said that copywriting is science and art. And the best copywriters will be the first to tell you it's an endeavor with a life-long education. You can set your copy apart, be unique, and find your own personal style by going within. Forget books for a while.

Principles to Follow in Copy Writing
Written by: Steven Gerber | Distributed: 2006-11-20 | Word Count: 561 | Page Views: 4714 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.89
Children are fond of copying almost anything they see, especially if it's performed by an adult. Most kids now are familiar with the computer, and the many features of this amazing thing. But copying is not always interpreted with its literal meaning. There's this process which is considered an art in itself that only well- experienced and dedicated persons can do, and this is called...

Do Your Readers Wish You Would Stop Writing Articles?
Written by: Jadyn Benjamin | Distributed: 2007-01-08 | Word Count: 386 | Page Views: 5244 | Votes: 20 | Rating: 2.85
For a lot of us, writing articles can be a chore. Even if you don't gnaw on your nails in the fear of breaking grammatical rules, the thought of churning out even one 700+ word article per week is probably daunting. But is there an alternative that is easier - and sometimes more effective - that you can use to gain free exposure from writing without having to write long articles?

Stranger Than Fiction
Written by: Sharif Khan | Distributed: 2007-02-13 | Word Count: 854 | Page Views: 4291 | Votes: 21 | Rating: 2.81
Inspirational movie review exploring the film Stranger Than Fiction and the important questions it raises in how we live our lives.

Resume Writing - Can Software Make A Difference?
Written by: David Alan Carter | Distributed: 2008-12-18 | Word Count: 563 | Page Views: 5508 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.78
A resume builder (i.e., resume software) is simply an interactive tool to help you craft your own resume. If you can compose a straightforward sentence and follow step-by-step instructions, you can write a professional-looking resume yourself - with help from a good resume builder. But how do you find a good one?