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A well-placed stat will add weight to your writing—particularly when it’s referenced with a credible source. When working with numbers, all care must
You sent 100,000 emails to the wrong list... You directed people to last year’s action... You addressed everyone as “Jane”... It happens.
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Of all the ‘rules’ out there for writing page headlines, this is the most transformative. If your headline sits on a petition
It might seem too obvious to mention. But it’s critical that you’ve defined the objective of your email. Often, it’s to lead your
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Does this sound familiar? Back up your position with facts; the more reasons you can offer, the more persuasive your argument. Right?
Most of us have a hard time keeping on top of emails from people we do know, to let alone give a second
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Imagine you’re at a party. There are plenty of new people you could meet and talk to. There’s a guy talking himself up.
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However, if you can reframe the conversation, you get to own it. With a little linguistic gymnastics, you can force your opponent to use your frame.
When live exporters assert that their trade is “not cruel”, what’s the one thing most people think of? That’s right. Cruelty.
Frame Conceded:
“You won’t miss out on protein and iron by eating these plant-based foods!”
“New live export regulations won’t protect animals.”
Frame Owned:
“These plant-based foods are packed with iron and protein!”
“New live export regulations only reinforce cruelty.”
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