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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?
A ‘hero’ image is one that carries the most visual weight in your layout. Usually accompanying your headline, this is the image
Cognitive biases are powerful mental distortions that affect the way we think and behave. They are so powerful that they can lead
It doesn’t matter if you’re writing an email, a blog post, or a tweet—the full gamut of attention-seeking and attention-keeping tactics apply. Social
It would be a lie to claim that ‘delivery time’ is a highly influential factor in email open rates. Compared to heavyweights
Your organization and its communication style is unique. Defining it will consolidate expertise, build confidence, and help you and your co-communicators hone an
To steal a mantra from our friends in journalism: don’t bury the lede. The idea might have started in newspaper offices
Preview text appears in most email clients in the form of a few words after or below a subject line. While it doesn’t
Inboxes aren’t often exciting places. Neither are the majority of web pages, if we’re honest. This can work to your advantage. Your
The General Data Protection Regulation (commonly, GDPR) came into effect in May 2018. It impacts all businesses and organizations, everywhere in the world,
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
Here’s an important piece of digital communication that you’ve probably never read: Few of us pay attention to stuff like
Great communication is not just about what you say but how you say it. Who says it also matters. You won’t always
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Think of split testing (or AB testing) like a deathmatch for ideas. It’s the best tool we have for figuring out what works
How tempting is it to ‘bust myths’ and confront your opponent’s ridiculous claims head-on!? Hint: very. Proceed with caution—countering false claims can unintentionally reinforce them.
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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