The Sixth Day Of Christmas- Copywriting
So we are half way through the 12 Days of Christmas and I, Yo Le have the distinct pleasure of bringing you some kick arse copywriting strategies. (as determined by you of course…)
… before we get into those strategies, let’s get you a brief little explanation of what the heck copywriting really is.
Copywriting is simply the use of words to sell a person, business, opinion or idea. Most of you that are reading this are selling some type of business opportunity, info product, marketing system, or coaching program right?
If you’re still here, I’m assuming that is a yes.
Copywriting Strategy #1 – Talk straight at your prospect like it’s “just you and me sitting here.” That’s the type of language you want to use… and if someone’s sitting there with you, you’re not gonna get all fancy smancy on them and use big words that abandon your normal vocabulary. That’s just straight silly!
Copywriting Strategy #2 – Always be specific. Don’t just assume that your prospect understands what they are getting. Be clear, concise, yet simple at the same time. Here’s an example: If you are giving a series of videos in a bootcamp…
FREE “Gain Access Through The Back Door Of My Highly Sought-After 8 Day Online DVD Bootcamp That Will Punch Your Struggling Amway Business Over-The-Top To The Elite Wealth Status Of Founders Crown Ambassador!”
Copywriting Rule #3 – Always weave stories in when possible. People don’t want to sit there and read a bunch of facts or bullets. Facts tell and stories sell.
I remember hearing this one story about this kid at band camp that was flipping burgers at Burger King for his 1st job. He was your typical shy nerd (who could kick anyone’s butt at Halo!) Well out of luck, in his first 30 days of working there got employee of the month simply because he understood that all sales lead to a back end…
So what was he doing you ask? He was asking everyone that he waited on, “Would you like fries with that?”
Copywriting Strategy #4 – Show understanding of the problem and demonstrate how your product or service is the best way to solve it.
Listen up — Do you really know what your customers want? Hint: If not, you need to seriously re-consider what your target market is. You gotta put yourself in your prospects shoes and bend over backwards to give them what they want NOT what you want to sell them.
Understand ?
Copywriting Strategy #5 – Recognize and handle objections. This actually ties in directly with rule #4. These are the 5 things that your prospect is always thinking in there head:
1. I don’t believe you.
2. I don’t need it.
3. I don’t have enough time.
4. I don’t have enough money.
5. It won’t work for me.
Make sure that you deliver the goods and address these in your sales copy.
Copywriting Strategy #6 – Tell your prospect Exactly what you want them to do. This is absolutely crucial and can not be ignored if you plan to crank out the moolah!
If you want them to go comment, tell them to. (BTW, I think it you’d be as cool as ice if you would comment on this post.)
See that floating button that says digg? Make sure you click on it or I’ll hunt you down! (kidding of course…)
Wow, that one with all the pretty colors… You know, the one that says Buzz. If you were me, you’d smile so hard your cheeks hurt if I pushed that button for YOU right?
Ladies, I can guarantee that you won’t be the forgotten hero ever again if you click that Tweet button.
… and fellas, be the white knight in shining armor that understands that it’s the holiday season and all us here at http://MLMChristmasCarol.com don’t want your money. We just want you to share this free training on Facebook with all of your friends.
Hopefully you haven’t drank too much of the spiked eggnog and remember to “Stumble” this post as well.
Oh, and before I forget…
All of the underlined copy used in this post, are from John Carlton’s special report on Power Words. I’d feel like a dunce if I didn’t mention that. Happy Holidays y’all!
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Yo Le you Rocked It with this one! Killer content that every Internet Marketers NEEDS & WANTS to Know! Great content. The bar has definitely been raised with this one!
Colleen
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Colleen,
Thanks for the Amazing feedback! I took a little extra time to make sure I delivered some great content!
Happy Holidays!
- Yo
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Great Strategies Yo! I love the ending. I’m syndicating this everywhere!
Staci
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Staci,
You and Ronnie Rock for the awesome MLM Christmas Carol video. I was just trying to do my part and deliver some value at the same time.
Thanks for all the syndication!
- Yo
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Hey Yo Le I really enjoyed reading this and I have learned some new techniques that I need to use ASAP. I am kind of new at blogging so I love reading content full blogs that actually HELP!!! Again thanks and be blessed
Shaneequa
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Sheneequa,
Right on girl!
I’ll definitely be blogging A LOT more in 2011. Up until this post, it’s been like 6 months or so since I’ve put out any blog posts…
I’m glad you enjoyed the strategies!
Have an Awesome holiday!
- Yo
Yo Le recently posted..“Look Mom… I Grew Up And Joined A Tribe” – 3 Reasons You Should Too
Yo Le I really love this blog post & I must say that you have provided some really good tips on understanding what our target market is looking for & thinking. You Rock
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Hey Toshiba,
Thanks for the Kick Arse feedback!
Much appreciated.
- Yo
Yo Le recently posted..“Look Mom… I Grew Up And Joined A Tribe” – 3 Reasons You Should Too
Yo,
. Great job my friend.
Always delivering the goods
-T.
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Thomas,
Thanks brotha!
Hopefully it doesn’t take me another six months to come up with another one. LOL!
I still want to see the video with all of us singing!
Talk soon,
- Yo
Yo Le recently posted..“Look Mom… I Grew Up And Joined A Tribe” – 3 Reasons You Should Too
LOL Yo, even if it does at least we know it is will be powerful and value filled content.
-T.
Thomas Lierzer recently posted..Recap Of The First 4 Days Of Christmas
Haha! Thanks again my brotha from anotha motha!
- Yo
Yo Le recently posted..“Look Mom… I Grew Up And Joined A Tribe” – 3 Reasons You Should Too
Yo,
Really loved your post. Excellent and useful information.
Thanks,
Gary Madden
Gary,
I appreciate you stopping by and so glad that you found my strategies useful.
Happy Holidays!
- Yo
Yo Le recently posted..“Look Mom… I Grew Up And Joined A Tribe” – 3 Reasons You Should Too
Awsome Yo! Great info and tips every marketer needs. Will be sharing this!
Ryan
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Ryan,
You da man!
Sharing is caring! LOL
- Yo
Yo Le recently posted..“Look Mom… I Grew Up And Joined A Tribe” – 3 Reasons You Should Too
Awesome tips Yo Le. Now you just made it easy on me and simplified the meaning of copy writing. Love tip # 6
Yusuf,
HAHA! I’m pretty fond of tip #6 myself! Thanks for dropping by my friend.
- Yo
Yo Le recently posted..“Look Mom… I Grew Up And Joined A Tribe” – 3 Reasons You Should Too
You are the man Yo, I am loving this post on copyrighting.I love the way you put your work on paper bro, You are a superstar and A champion bro. Thanks A million for Sharing.
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Rock on Kareem!
It was a result of lots of Copywriting courses my friend and continually investing in myself.
Thanks again for the kind words.
Have a Merry Christmas!
- Yo
Yo Le recently posted..“Look Mom… I Grew Up And Joined A Tribe” – 3 Reasons You Should Too
Yo,
Great tips as usual man. I hope everyone is paying close attention to this post.
Jordan Schultz
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Thanks Jordan. Took a bit to write since it was the 1st blog post in like 6 months for me! LOL
I guess, it’s like riding a bike though right?
Happy Holidays!
- Yo
Yo Le recently posted..“Look Mom… I Grew Up And Joined A Tribe” – 3 Reasons You Should Too
Fabulous tips Yo! I’ve been looking for something like this and if I dare call it a ‘blueprint’, it’s better than most I’ve found. I like your tips with examples.
Now I have work to do!
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Wow Shanna! Better then a ‘blueprint’ huh?
Glad you enjoyed the tips with examples as well. I had to weave that bandcamp in there somehow. LOL
Merry Christmas to you and your family!
- Yo
Yo Le recently posted..“Look Mom… I Grew Up And Joined A Tribe” – 3 Reasons You Should Too
Yo,
Amazing article and WOW! I’ve gone back and read this three times in the last 15 minutes and picked up something new each time!
Thank you for the tips and I love #6.
All my best!
- James H.
Holy Smokes James!
3 times?
That’s freakin’ Awesome!
Seems like everyone thoroughly enjoyed #6
Happy Holidays my friend!
- Yo
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