Men With Pens

AUGUST 5, 2012

“I am a lousy copywriter.” True confession now: On my first draft, I don’t even try to be a good writer. So if you’re an AW (amateur writer, i.e., you don’t write for a living), you should be encouraged, because you can take the pressure off yourself when you sit down to write. ” (How great an ad man was he?

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 19, 2010

Without further ado, allow me to introduce The Princess Bride Guide to Copywriting. 105 Responses to “The Princess Bride Guide to Copywriting&# Comments Read below or add a comment. Very effective lesson, tying principles of copywriting to the Princess Bride. Like a NORMAL person. Also: Have you ever heard of Plato?

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Men With Pens

OCTOBER 7, 2010

Let’s say you’re a copywriter specialized in travel brochures. You’ve done some keyword research and found that no one is searching for “hotel brochure copywriting,&# but lots of people are searching for the word “copywriting.&#. Copyright 2006 - 2010 30 Sous Zero Inc - All Rights Reserved.

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Men With Pens

OCTOBER 27, 2011

One of the biggest barriers facing a new writer – a blogger, a novelist, a copywriter – is the self-knowledge of just how far away you are from their ideal. When I first started copywriting, I was afraid to show my work to anyone. All of us who do creative work, we get into it because we have good taste. They are patient.

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Men With Pens

JUNE 6, 2010

That theory about tortured writers? When you’re a problogger who owns a top ten blog for writers that’s all about writing and you write for a living to boot, the last thing you want to admit is that you can’t hack it. Had I lost my creativity? There are much better writers out there. I couldn’t write.

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Men With Pens

MARCH 13, 2012

Writer’s block. Destroy them, and you’ve freed yourself from the psychological traps of writer’s block forever. Your writing becomes effortless, ideas flow from a fountain of creativity and words come easily, on demand. How do you cure writer’s block? The minds of writers are rife with fear.

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Men With Pens

AUGUST 1, 2010

Because they’re so powerful, stories are very useful for copywriters. Some writers have a hard time picking the right story for their ultimate goal. Learn about the elements of a good story, and practice writing creative fiction as much as you practice copywriting to develop and blend your skills together.

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Men With Pens

NOVEMBER 18, 2012

He’s also an unlikely candidate for a writer’s hero. If you’re trying to forge a niche for yourself as a writer, then you could definitely learn a few lessons from this scurvy pirate. As a writer, don’t settle for being merely good. Listen, Ye Landlubbers! Be THE Best. The man put lit matches in his hair.

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Men With Pens

JUNE 9, 2011

As writers, we rely on our unique ability to convey the visual world in words. I’m Steff, a legally blind writer and blogger. As a writer, you can’t be half-assed, you can’t be wishy-washy. As writers, we’re eternally curious. You think you’re writing project is hard? Welcome to my world.

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 22, 2012

Her commitment to developing her skill as a writer has moved from “should” and “could” (possibility) to “must” It’s now a necessity. An incredible thing happens when an entrepreneur (or writer, for that matter!) first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved.

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Men With Pens

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

. “Nothing can be made to be of interest to the reader that was not first of vital concern to the writer.&# – John Gardner, The Art of Fiction. They shook your emotions because the writer cared. In fact, I’ve paid out money to study an MA in creative writing.) Have you ever read words that really grabbed you?

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 16, 2012

Even writers complain they can’t find the time to write!). times of the day to write and be creative. Post by James Chartrand James Chartrand is an entrepreneur, a pro copywriter and the founder and CEO of Men with Pens and Damn Fine Words , the game-changing writing course for business owners. The best (and worst!)

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Men With Pens

JUNE 3, 2012

That’s probably as far removed from the subjects of entrepreneurship, copywriting, or freelancing as I could get. Writing a fiction book makes you a better freelancer, and here’s why: You’ll be a much better writer. I believe that people who read a ton of books are better writers overall.

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 7, 2010

The Pros and Cons Written by Agent X - 30 Comments Here’s a great slam-dunk post for you from my respected friend and international copywriting authority, Dean Rieck of Direct Creative and Pro Copy Tips. Some writing jobs are just dreary, like being a marketing writer at Shoelaces-R-Us. Enjoy – it’s a good one!

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Men With Pens

JUNE 23, 2010

Well, she would have been, except she called copywriters vanilla. Writers come in different flavors. There are copywriters, bloggers, academic writers (the vanilla of the writing world?), technical writers and… Fiction writers. Even though only your mom and your writers’ group will ever read your fiction.

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Men With Pens

APRIL 15, 2010

So when it hit me, I did – and here’s her post on how to be a better writer – fast. And I’ve been soaking up advice from sites like Copyblogger and Men with Pens as well as material from some other excellent writers in the blogosphere. Most writers aren’t brimming over with confidence, either.

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Men With Pens

JUNE 2, 2010

If you want to submit to hundreds of high-profile bloggers or find quality writers ready to contribute to your site, come join! One thing that I would definitely add would be to encourage the writer to write in a voice that is similar to the feel of the post. For example, a post shouldn’t be too long to be awesome.

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Men With Pens

MARCH 21, 2010

Copywriting basics are extremely necessary, and how well you execute them dictates how well your copy sells – how well the engine runs, if you will. Is it common to take “creative liberties&# among copywriters and just make up a complete bogus story to sell the product better? Not by any means. Ragnar´s last blog.

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Men With Pens

MAY 26, 2010

There’s a school of writing – call it writers’ boot camp – that tells you things like: You must write every day. Writers’ block is just laziness Now, there’s some truth in these bits of advice, otherwise we’d never listen to them. Well, if you’re a writer, you probably enjoy writing.

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Men With Pens

MARCH 18, 2010

Many of you are creative writers, or role players , or gamers. First, a Recap When we first told you about Gamer Lifestyle , we explained that this program is all about helping you make money writing on something you already enjoy doing – namely, roleplaying, creative fiction and gaming. Powered by frugal

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Men With Pens

JUNE 9, 2010

Amy Harrison runs Harrisonamy Copywriting. Subscribe to her blog or follow her on twitter: @littleunred for more copywriting (and sometimes irreverent) updates. Will Creativity Build or Break your Business? Will Creativity Build or Break your Business? Will Creativity Build or Break your Business?

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Men With Pens

MARCH 2, 2010

Never Face Writers Block Again (and have Fresh Ideas Every Day) Reply Kyle Healey March 3, 2010 at 2:51 am I used to do a ton of freelance SEO and copywriting work, but eventually you just get pushed out by the masses willing to work for pennies. Nobody else knows if you feel a bit lacking in confidence, nor should they.

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 17, 2010

Winning in a competition is not the same thing as being creative and innovative and coming up with new ideas. However, the drive to do my best, prove myself and find creative ways to get the scoops made me a much better reporter. Also, look inside your own self as a source of inspiration too. Powered by frugal

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Men With Pens

JUNE 27, 2010

Our ability to produce creative quality on just five hours sleep is a badge of honour that’s applauded and lauded! It’s easier to get frustrated or discouraged when you’re lacking snooze-time, and you might find yourself struggling for creative ideas or feeling snappish with clients – the guys who pay your bills, remember?

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Men With Pens

APRIL 1, 2010

Without a reputation, referrals or testimonials to convince people to hire you, you have to be creative and work extra hard on getting your name out there. I think a freelancer, a freelance writer especially, is generally better off with a blog than they are without one, assuming they stay active. Powered by frugal

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Men With Pens

APRIL 6, 2010

Actually, we’re happy to put ourselves forward as the expert for anyone who wants to learn how to start your kick-ass web writer business. have a gig as a blog advisor on an interent magazine for creatives. I have changed my career from software specialist to copywriter a few years ago and have been teaching myself all kinds of stuff.

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Men With Pens

APRIL 18, 2010

Joy ( @leslieajoy ) April 19, 2010 at 2:06 am I think that in the same way it’s suggested that writers set aside time each day to write, everyone (bloggers or non-bloggers), should set aside some time each day for learning and keeping up on new trends. It’s just not that interesting anymore. susan´s last blog.

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Men With Pens

DECEMBER 20, 2009

Henri @ Wake Up Cloud December 21, 2009 at 4:20 am I can’t speak from a freelancing standpoint but I can completely relate from someone who has hired many writers. Henri – There are a great many writers out there who do struggle to meet their deadlines. The real problem is doing creative work. Just plain polite, no?

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Men With Pens

DECEMBER 13, 2009

Even Taylor, a Men with Pens copywriter, doesn’t really think she gets much out of her college degree when she does her job. My life changed and I found myself following a different career path – several of them, in fact, before I became a copywriter and settled in quite happily. I was a writer. I had a business to build.

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Men With Pens

MAY 9, 2010

Contained within this word is the secret to web copywriting that knows the heart and mind of your client – yea! Why You Should Use a Questionnaire Questionnaires don’t just work for web copywriting services. Sometimes it takes just a little nudge to get the creativity flowing! Come closer. I think they deserve flowers.

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Men With Pens

JULY 11, 2010

It takes time, energy, skills, money, creativity and consistency to make it work. Part of my goal is to grow into a stronger writer every day. Podcast- Quest for Meaning Reply Joshua Black | The Underdog Millionaire ( @jblack2012 ) July 12, 2010 at 1:22 pm Staying creative and changing the game plan are KEY.

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Men With Pens

FEBRUARY 21, 2010

That’s because there ain’t any posts like that, and your a darned good writer. How can wearing the same costume make people more creative or smart? readers, It was called, “How to Be a Sensitive, Ponytailed Marketing Guy.&# : [link] It’s a subject I’m passionate about as a writer and marketer.

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Men With Pens

DECEMBER 22, 2009

Today Facebook… Tomorrow, The Fruit of Your Womb Reply Gillian - Google SEO December 23, 2009 at 7:03 am I’m so glad I’ve found this wonderful community of writers. Why you need down time to be creative Reply Deb Ng ( @debng ) December 23, 2009 at 11:19 am Happy holidays to all the pen people and the MwP community! -

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Men With Pens

NOVEMBER 26, 2009

Written by James - 36 Comments It’s November, which means that if you’re a fiction writer, it’s National Novel Writing Month for you. That’s why people with a manuscript, even really good writers, aren’t publishing their work. Too many writers make this mistake, this assumption. And that’s the problem with NaNoWriMo.

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Men With Pens

MARCH 23, 2010

You’re just a very nice copywriter who wants to make a great human being sound human. The copywriters run screaming…) In my experience, people get more formal when they write. Fun Gets Real Answers Write your client back and explain that this isn’t an audition or a job interview. You aren’t a scary HR person.

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Men With Pens

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

See, if you’re a writer, a blogger or an online business owner, you need to connect with the community. I’ve become a better writer and started my fitness blog. How do you get rid of “writer’s butt&# ? Has Social Media Cheapened Creative Talent? What a twit. The online community. I like that.

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Men With Pens

MARCH 9, 2010

“Uh, I don’t have a website yet…&# “I’m a writer!&# Sure, a web site implies the writer exists, but a social presence reveals the writer and builds relationships with people who can help. Scared of being responsibly creative. “I’m a designer!&# URL please? Powered by frugal

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