The best of the web (according to a lowly copywriter)
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Thus far, 2012 has been a tad crazed and I’ve been neglecting the blog… okay, so maybe I’ve been a little absent on Twitter too! Good news is, I’m back with a new blog feature and a super chatty Twitter feed. So, from now on, Copy-Girl.co.uk will feature a regular round-up of the web’s must-see content. Videos, articles, tweets and more, all in one place. Copy 3 things to look for in a great copywriter Social One Hour Per Second @Mike_Stelzner: 4 Simple steps to a Facebook Timeline that tells your marketing story (Good stuff!) bit.ly/wHPEcj via @AndreaVahl @copyblogger Starbucks lead the way in mobile… @Mr603: Trying to promote your blog on a tight budget? Here’s how to do it for free. http://t.co/tKNNanhg Design Creative Review – The £25 Logo Know Your Onions: Graphic Design Interiors Color + Design – Interior Paint Colours Gorgeous home inspiration Inspiration @designtaxi: Rare jellyfish photography captured underwater ow.ly/8E0Ys Advertising New Volkswagen ad, the one after Darth Vader @adfreak: How a 3-year-old got a grocery giant to change a product name. http://t.co/vZYT7L8x
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Bodyform goes viral
When a fella called Richard posted this comment on the Bodyform Facebook page, they decided to reply. I don’t think this woman could be more patronising. Brilliant.
Bodyform goes viral
When a fella called Richard posted this comment on the Bodyform Facebook page, they decided to reply. I don’t think this woman could be more patronising. Brilliant.
Sprout Social – worth the money?
Sprout Social helps you manage your Facebook, Twitter, Linked in & Google+ accounts. I took it for a test drive to see if it’s worth the subscription fee.
Sprout Social – worth the money?
Sprout Social helps you manage your Facebook, Twitter, Linked in & Google+ accounts. I took it for a test drive to see if it’s worth the subscription fee.
Mistakes, corrections & brand loyalty
I got this email from Joy the other day. If you scroll down you’ll see that they playfully suggest that using tulip bulbs instead of onions in your spring cooking. But it turns out that tulip bulbs are also a tad
Mistakes, corrections & brand loyalty
I got this email from Joy the other day. If you scroll down you’ll see that they playfully suggest that using tulip bulbs instead of onions in your spring cooking. But it turns out that tulip bulbs are also a tad
Hello Mr Draper!
The latest addition to my studio is this fabulous Mad Men print, made by the super talented Matt Needle.
Hello Mr Draper!
The latest addition to my studio is this fabulous Mad Men print, made by the super talented Matt Needle.
Breaking news… is it? Is it really?
Over the last couple of months, the words ‘breaking news’ have become the bain of my life. They never fail to peak my curiosity. When I see them in an email subject line, my cursor jumps in for the click
Breaking news… is it? Is it really?
Over the last couple of months, the words ‘breaking news’ have become the bain of my life. They never fail to peak my curiosity. When I see them in an email subject line, my cursor jumps in for the click
Fiat 500: great concept, great copywriting
I stumbled upon this Fiat 500 ad today. Isn’t it marvellous? Cute, quirky and all sorts of fun. The concept is simple, entertaining and memorable. The copy is short and to the point. It’s bloomin’ brilliant. Leo Burnett Iberia, Spain
Fiat 500: great concept, great copywriting
I stumbled upon this Fiat 500 ad today. Isn’t it marvellous? Cute, quirky and all sorts of fun. The concept is simple, entertaining and memorable. The copy is short and to the point. It’s bloomin’ brilliant. Leo Burnett Iberia, Spain
See it in situ
One of the downsides of being a freelance copywriter is that you can’t always work with a designer. It’s not the end of the world, but it does make the job a little bit harder. You can toil over copy
See it in situ
One of the downsides of being a freelance copywriter is that you can’t always work with a designer. It’s not the end of the world, but it does make the job a little bit harder. You can toil over copy
Merry Christmas!
Have a fan-tabulous day folks! Ali, your festive freelance copywriter
Amazon’s Price Check app angers competitors
I’ve just been reading about the Amazon Price Check app over on E-commerce Times. As far as I can tell it’s not out in the UK, but it seems to be causing a stir over in the States. Apparently the
Amazon’s Price Check app angers competitors
I’ve just been reading about the Amazon Price Check app over on E-commerce Times. As far as I can tell it’s not out in the UK, but it seems to be causing a stir over in the States. Apparently the
Title tags, meta descriptions and keywords
It amazes me how many companies don’t utilise title tags and meta descriptions. In an age where micro-blogging is common and SEO is key, surely these 69 character titles and 155 character descriptions are no brainers? Of course, they’re not
Title tags, meta descriptions and keywords
It amazes me how many companies don’t utilise title tags and meta descriptions. In an age where micro-blogging is common and SEO is key, surely these 69 character titles and 155 character descriptions are no brainers? Of course, they’re not