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"Writing and Speaking" Articles

1	Book Authors: How To Sell More Books And Get Your Publisher Active Written by: Bill Platt | Distributed: 2011-08-23 | Word Count: 1871 | Page Views: 48570 | Votes: 33 | Rating: 3.97 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.
2	The Greatest Copywriting Skill And How to Learn It Written by: Dan Lok | Distributed: 2007-11-13 | Word Count: 705 | Page Views: 1112 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.80 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.
3	Are Web Users Dense? Written by: Rick Sloboda | Distributed: 2007-03-20 | Word Count: 313 | Page Views: 1554 | Votes: 24 | Rating: 3.75 Clients and students frequently question why website writing should hover around a grade eight level.
4	Principles to Follow in Copy Writing Written by: Steven Gerber | Distributed: 2006-11-20 | Word Count: 561 | Page Views: 1360 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.71 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...
5	How to get read on the World Wide Web Written by: Rick Sloboda | Distributed: 2007-03-01 | Word Count: 387 | Page Views: 1905 | Votes: 21 | Rating: 3.67 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.
6	Touch Your Prospect's Soul With Empathetic Copywriting Written by: Dan Lok | Distributed: 2007-11-06 | Word Count: 557 | Page Views: 1163 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.44 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.
7	Resume Writing - Can Software Make A Difference? Written by: David Alan Carter | Distributed: 2008-12-18 | Word Count: 563 | Page Views: 1015 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.43 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?
8	Writing for the Web:Nourish the Spider, Engage the Human Written by: Rick Sloboda | Distributed: 2006-11-28 | Word Count: 421 | Page Views: 2176 | Votes: 30 | Rating: 3.37 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.
9	Stranger Than Fiction Written by: Sharif Khan | Distributed: 2007-02-13 | Word Count: 854 | Page Views: 1334 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 3.31 Inspirational movie review exploring the film Stranger Than Fiction and the important questions it raises in how we live our lives.
10	Web Copywriter: What It Takes To Be One Written by: Steven Gerber | Distributed: 2006-11-17 | Word Count: 586 | Page Views: 3078 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.29 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.
11	Do Your Readers Wish You Would Stop Writing Articles? Written by: Jadyn Benjamin | Distributed: 2007-01-08 | Word Count: 386 | Page Views: 1334 | Votes: 18 | Rating: 3.17 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?
12	Copywriting Selling Secret #2 - 12 Magic Words Written by: Scott Bywater | Distributed: 2007-11-21 | Word Count: 200 | Page Views: 1500 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 3.17 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.
13	Website Copywriter: How to Be Successful Written by: Steven Gerber | Distributed: 2006-12-15 | Word Count: 556 | Page Views: 2484 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.14 There are a lot of people today who wants to be a copywriter. Besides, this profession is very rewarding and can definitely let you earn a lot of money. This profession is also a great way to help you make extra cash if you already have a regular job.
14	Marketing and Copywriting Secrets That You Can Use To Profit from Your Articles Written by: Steven Gerber | Distributed: 2006-12-08 | Word Count: 625 | Page Views: 1640 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.10 One of the most important tools that you can use in internet marketing today is copywriting. You have to consider the fact that copywriting is essential in order to make your articles work up a profit for you.
15	Self-Promotion Writing Tips for Companies Written by: Tammy M. Ratcliff | Distributed: 2008-01-08 | Word Count: 704 | Page Views: 1859 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.00 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.
16	Horoscope 411 Written by: Siobhan Gamble | Distributed: 2007-07-06 | Word Count: 2128 | Page Views: 1305 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 3.00 Have you ever stopped to wonder exactly who writes those horoscopes that are found buried within the pages of newspapers and magazines? Like, 'who thinks of these things'? On top of that, 'who gives these people the authority to tell us how our days, months, or years are supposed to turn out?'
17	Improve Your Article Pitch With A One-Two Punch Written by: Susan M. Carter | Distributed: 2007-07-09 | Word Count: 567 | Page Views: 1234 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.00 A good pitch letter is gold for landing a lucrative, high paying magazine writing assignment. Learn how to uncover and pitch a story on a topic that you KNOW will fit a future issue of the magazine, and capture the editor's undivided attention.
18	Seven Simple Strategies for Overcoming Writer's Block RIGHT NOW! Written by: Rochelle Melander | Distributed: 2008-11-17 | Word Count: 1453 | Page Views: 1742 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.00 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.
19	Secrets Behind Advertising Headlines That Sell (Step By Step) Written by: Scott Bywater | Distributed: 2006-07-11 | Word Count: 323 | Page Views: 1748 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 2.93 Not 1 in 10 business owners understand the power of a headline. If you doubt me, just Flick through your local paper and notice how many company names you see at the top of ads. Or weak headings which don't grab your attention.
20	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: 3165 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 2.93 I had no idea how difficult it is to be articulate, concise and yet be informative about key facets of ones life.
21	Copywriting Selling Secret 12: What the Australian Idol Judges Have In Common Written by: Scott Bywater | Distributed: 2008-01-18 | Word Count: 410 | Page Views: 1001 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.90 If you're in Australia and have had your television turned on the last couple of nights, you would have noticed Kyle Sandilands, together with Mark Holden and Marcia Hines, gracing the stage. One thing you'll notice about Kyle and Marcia, is they are very, very, very different...
22	Why Write? How Writing Heals Written by: Rochelle Melander | Distributed: 2009-07-08 | Word Count: 820 | Page Views: 749 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.89 Learn how you can heal your life through journaling.
23	How to Write Your Book in a Month Written by: Rochelle Melander | Distributed: 2008-12-09 | Word Count: 1122 | Page Views: 1264 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.88 How to complete a writing project in a month.
24	Copywriting Secret 8: Long or Short Copy? Written by: Scott Bywater | Distributed: 2007-12-07 | Word Count: 414 | Page Views: 1129 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.75 When I show some people my advertisements, I sometimes get the feedback: "I'd never read that. There's too much writing. It needs to be simpler, and cleaner." But when the ads run, they invariably work. Here's why.
25	John Carlton: The Most Respected Copywriter in the World Wide Web Written by: Steven Gerber | Distributed: 2006-12-06 | Word Count: 582 | Page Views: 4280 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.71 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.
26	5 Keys To Article Writing Written by: John Colanzi | Distributed: 2006-06-01 | Word Count: 435 | Page Views: 1199 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.67 Writing and submitting articles can take you from a relative unknown marketer to an expert in your field literally overnight.
27	How I Found the Way to Easy Money on the Web! Written by: Michael Kay | Distributed: 2006-12-19 | Word Count: 764 | Page Views: 1341 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.63 *How I Found the Way to Easy Money on the Web!* talks to the athor's personal experience of finding his way to web success through Article Marketing. The author includes the lessons he learned alon the way about web business in general and article marketing in particular.
28	Why You Should Sell Something Before It Exists Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2006-06-22 | Word Count: 740 | Page Views: 1216 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.60 One of the members of The Business Oasis was struggling with getting her first book written. We gave her all kinds of helpful support around it, ('it really helped!' she told us). And then came the suggestion with the biggest 'fear' factor: "Why don't you pre-sell your book to your customers before you're finished?"
29	How Your Writing Can Have Impact For 2700 Years Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2006-07-25 | Word Count: 835 | Page Views: 1311 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.60 How many times have you picked up a book or an article, and just couldn't get into it? You got through a sentence or two, and then... you suddenly found yourself scrubbing the toilet, or eating a sandwich (but not at the same time, please), instead of reading. The reading didn't hold you. Why not?
30	Effective Business Writing Tips for Professionals Written by: Sharif Khan | Distributed: 2007-11-07 | Word Count: 974 | Page Views: 2054 | Votes: 17 | Rating: 2.59 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.
31	For Copywriters Only: A Guaranteed Way to Eliminate Writer's Block Forever Starting With Your Next Sales Letter Written by: Dan Lok | Distributed: 2007-10-30 | Word Count: 704 | Page Views: 988 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 2.42 Maybe you're one of the few who never suffer from writer's block. But since you're reading this then I'm guessing you're not one of the few. It's ok. As you gain more experience you'll naturally figure out what works best for you. What follows is a technique to get you writing that never fails to work. And it doesn't really matter where you begin your next killer sales letter.
32	Improve Your Writing Skills by Reading Written by: Dindy Robinson | Distributed: 2006-11-28 | Word Count: 335 | Page Views: 2122 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.40 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.
33	5 Powerful Copywriting Tips And Why You Should Use Them Written by: Dan Lok | Distributed: 2007-10-25 | Word Count: 726 | Page Views: 951 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.36 One great thing about copywriting is it's a never-ending discovery. There's literally no end to your copywriting education. That sentiment has been echoed by all the great copywriters through the years. And quite often an experienced writer will re-discover things learned before.
34	Get Instant Credibility! Written by: Rochelle Melander | Distributed: 2008-11-13 | Word Count: 723 | Page Views: 940 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.33 Get instant credibility by reading and recommending the work of great thinkers and writers in your field.
35	Why Marketing Success Often Has Nothing To Do With The Advertising Copy... Written by: Scott Bywater | Distributed: 2006-07-18 | Word Count: 354 | Page Views: 1213 | Votes: 15 | Rating: 2.27 If you own a shop in the middle of the desert, and nobody walks past... obviously you're not going to attract many customers. If you own a vegetarian café in the middle of a meat-eating suburb... you could get very skinny... very fast. And if you run ads where...
36	Taming the Monkey Mind Written by: Rochelle Melander | Distributed: 2009-07-22 | Word Count: 630 | Page Views: 1097 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.27 What happens in your brain when you try to write? My clients report a number of distractions and doubts. Listen in....
37	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: 1018 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.27 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.
38	3 Response Killing Direct Mail Copywriting Mistakes And How to Easily Avoid Them Written by: Dan Lok | Distributed: 2007-10-29 | Word Count: 834 | Page Views: 1088 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 2.25 Your constant challenge as a direct mail copywriter is to effectively communicate with target markets in their language. Many writers specialize in one or two niche areas. It doesn't matter. Even seasoned writers sometimes drop the ball and make easily avoidable mistakes.
39	Copywriting Secret 9: Make Your Claims Real Written by: Scott Bywater | Distributed: 2007-12-07 | Word Count: 283 | Page Views: 1155 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 2.17 How can you advertise your business in a way that your potential clients will believe? Most advertisers make the mistake of making claims that no one in their right mind will ever believe... and in doing so, they are throwing away their advertising budget. Read on as Scott examines how to make your advertising more effective.
40	Discover Secrets to Gain Fortunes Eliminating Writer's Block, Forever! Written by: Dan Lok | Distributed: 2008-05-22 | Word Count: 606 | Page Views: 1159 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 2.17 Book publishing, information publishing, however it's called. It can create a wealth of fortune for you. However, what most people understand about publishing means they have to do something big. They have to be really knowledgeable about the subject they want to publish. They had to be real good with writing.
41	How To Inspire Yourself To Write Articles Others Will Want To Read Written by: Bill Platt | Distributed: 2008-06-23 | Word Count: 937 | Page Views: 1450 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 2.14 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.
42	Drawing Encouragement from a World-Respected Copywriter and Teacher Written by: Steven Gerber | Distributed: 2006-12-10 | Word Count: 576 | Page Views: 1406 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.10 Michael Fortin is considered to be one of the most sought-after copywriters on the Internet. For nearly 15 years as a response copywriter, he has a strange gift for writing comprehensively, vividly and persuasively.
43	10 Shortcut Secrets To Closing The Sale In Print Written by: Scott Bywater | Distributed: 2006-09-05 | Word Count: 478 | Page Views: 1489 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.00 Ask any salesperson the hardest part of making a sale and they'll tell you that it's closing the sale and gaining a commitment from your customer. And in a sales letter or advertisement, it's even more important you get it right? Why? Because it's so easy for your reader to forget about you.
44	Coming Up With Article Topics For Your Business Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2006-11-14 | Word Count: 884 | Page Views: 1585 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.00 Ever wonder where the newspapers all come from? I don't mean the ink and paper, I mean the writing. Day after day, every newspaper in the country turns out hundreds of column inches of writing, tens of thousands of words. Often from the same handful of writers. Where do they get all those story ideas, day after day?
45	A web copywriter should know the rules and how to break some Written by: Steven Gerber | Distributed: 2006-12-13 | Word Count: 546 | Page Views: 2563 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.00 You could be the most compelling offline copywriter but you can still fail on the web. The difference roots on the web being interactive and the other one is not. The target audiences on web marketing are usually scanners and skimmers. They don't really want to read, to browse is the more appropriate term.
46	The Right Thumb Rules of an Effective Copywriter Written by: Steven Gerber | Distributed: 2006-11-21 | Word Count: 552 | Page Views: 2600 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 1.83 A copywriter usually works on advertising agencies; they work hand in hand with the art editors. And because of the nature of their job, they must be effective enough to encourage their readers to become customers. This responsibility relies primarily on the efficiency of the copywriter as he works on the text content.
47	Copywriting Secret #7: Hooking 'Em Back In! Written by: Scott Bywater | Distributed: 2007-12-03 | Word Count: 347 | Page Views: 1206 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 1.73 You see, many people will skim through your ad or sales letter because they may be short on time. But, if something catches their eye, it will hook them back into your pitch.
48	Gary Albert: An Account of a Renowned Copywriter Written by: Steven Gerber | Distributed: 2006-11-24 | Word Count: 559 | Page Views: 2728 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 1.70 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.
49	Good Website Copy writing is the key to your online success Written by: Steven Gerber | Distributed: 2006-12-16 | Word Count: 605 | Page Views: 1285 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 1.57 If you want to have promotions and good standing in search engines then you should know that the written content of your website is one of the very important factors to meet that ends and the quality of the content of your website can make that happen.
50	Copywriting Selling Secret #5: Irresistible Offers! Written by: Scott Bywater | Distributed: 2007-11-28 | Word Count: 364 | Page Views: 1070 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 1.22 Next time you're flicking through your local newspaper, take a good hard look at the ads. And notice how many of them give you a compelling reason to pick up the phone and get in touch with them now. You'll need to look closely because...