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Aug 17, 2017
Quotes About Creativity for Copywriters and Nonprofit Leaders
Quotes about creativity; wisdom for copywriters and nonprofit leaders for inspiration, motivation, writing, leading, and strategizing.
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Aug 16, 2017
Writing Tweets Simplified: 3 Kinds of Posts to Write for Twitter
Writing tweets can be challenging because they are so short, but they are a lot like writing headlines – especially when you follow these 3 formats.
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Aug 15, 2017
Try These 5 Proven Headline Formulas
5 proven headline formulas that promise and deliver benefits.
Aug 14, 2017
The 4-Letter Word Your Nonprofit Website Must Have
Your website must have this special 4-letter word, which engages readers in your cause and makes them a part of your community.
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Aug 13, 2017
The Most Important Piece You'll Write All Year
Donor acknowledgement letters are a fancy term development professionals use to describe “thank you letters.” But don’t be put off by the lingo. Mama was right. Always say “Thank you.” It's the most important piece you write all year because you let your partners know how much you appreciate them and ...
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Aug 12, 2017
Know the Lingo! 40 Copywriting Terms in Plain English
This simple glossary, arranged alphabetically, defines basic copywriting terms in direct mail and nonprofit fundraising. Use it to help you understand niche lingo and use it like a pro.
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Aug 11, 2017
What Makes for Good Christian Writing?
Good Christian writing is typified by the same elements as any good writing: organized ideas, strong mechanics, audience awareness. Its distinguishing feature is its content -- biblical truth.
Aug 10, 2017
Why Postcards Need to Be Part of Your Marketing Mix
Postcards are a simple copywriting tool that’s economical and allows you to get in front of your readers regularly.
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Aug 09, 2017
Parts of a Resume: a Primer
The basic parts of a resume outlined here are a tool you can use to understand how resumes are constructed, gather your own data, and organize yours.
Aug 08, 2017
Basics for Copywriting Headlines
Basics for copywriting headlines: frequently asked questions about writing headlines, subject lines, titles, and teasers.
Aug 06, 2017
How to Write an Email: Step-By-Step Email Writing Tips
How to write an email: top 7 email writing tips with step-by-step instructions.
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Aug 05, 2017
Your Elevator Speech: Can You Explain What You Do in 30 Seconds?
Does your nonprofit have an “elevator speech” – a brief, concise explanation of what you do in 30 seconds or less?
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Aug 04, 2017
Writing Tips: 5 Copywriting Fixes to Make You Sound Professional
Use these 5 easy-to-follow copywriting fixes for clearer, more professional writing.
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Aug 03, 2017
6 Elements in a Successful Appeal Letter Writing Format
Six elements of an overwhelmingly successful appeal letter writing format to use in any kind of fundraising letter.
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Aug 02, 2017
Tips for Writing a Hook: Start at the End of Your Piece
Writing a hook always includes an element of unpredictability. All good hooks have one thing in common: they offer a takeaway for your reader, but with a twist.
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Aug 01, 2017
5 Effective Facebook Posts for Nonprofits
5 Facebook posts for nonprofits to help readers interact with you – and the biggest mistake to avoid in your nonprofit’s Facebook posts.
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Jul 31, 2017
Letter Writing Tip: Try this Great Opening Line
Helpful letter writing tip: “I’m writing to you today because …” is a great opening line you can use creatively and persuasively.
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Jul 28, 2017
Know the Main Idea of Your Piece Before You Write
The writing process is easier when you know your main idea – the single most important thing (SMIT) to tell your readers – before you write.
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Jul 27, 2017
What's the Difference Between "Copywriting" and "Copyrighting"?
I am often asked if there is a difference between “copywriting” and “copyrighting," apart from the spelling.
Copywriting is the process of producing persuasive text.
Copyrighting is a legal process in which you protect something you have created – a book, article, piece of art, or logo, for instance. For more information on copyrighting your creation, consult the good people at the U.S. Copyright Office.
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Jul 26, 2017
How to Choose a Scripture for Your Devotional
Follow these writing tips when you choose a scripture for your devotional.
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Jul 25, 2017
3 Cost-Saving Nonprofit Fundraising Tips for a Down Economy
Easy-to-use nonprofit fundraising tips to use when the economy is down to make sure your support keeps going up.
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Jul 24, 2017
Use the AIDA Formula for Writing Great Content
The AIDA Formula is not just for sales letters and copywriting. It’s a handy framework for content writing, too.
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Jul 22, 2017
Images for Newsletters: Use Real Photos for Your Nonprofit
The best place to get images for newsletters for your nonprofit is you. To inspire your readers, take in-house photos of your beneficiaries in action.
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Jul 21, 2017
Tips for Citing the Bible in Devotionals, Blogs, Articles
Use these writing tips for citing the Bible in devotionals, blogs, and articles.
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