(Not in that way). Do you ever find yourself staring at your screen, wishing the thing you are trying to write was done already? We’ve all been there. If you just about sent yourself to sleep composing...
(Not in that way). Do you ever find yourself staring at your screen, wishing the thing you are trying to write was done...
Learn moreYour reader trusts their own mind way more than they trust yours. No offense but it’s true. Knowing this, try to avoid ‘telling’ people what to think. That includes making assertions that some things are cruel,...
2 minute readYour reader trusts their own mind way more than they trust yours. No offense but it’s true. Knowing this, try to avoid...
Learn thisInboxes aren’t often exciting places. Neither are the majority of web pages, if we’re honest. This can work to your advantage. Your content will stand out when you can reach your supporter’s emotional brain. This is...
6 minute readInboxes aren’t often exciting places. Neither are the majority of web pages, if we’re honest. This can work to your advantage. Your...
Read thisCognitive biases are powerful mental distortions that affect the way we think and behave. They are so powerful that they can lead people to act against their own best interests. If you understand them, you can...
2 minute readCognitive biases are powerful mental distortions that affect the way we think and behave. They are so powerful that they can lead...
Find out moreImagine you’re at a party. There are plenty of new people you could meet and talk to. There’s a guy talking himself up. You know—all the work he has to do; his accomplishments; how great everyone thinks...
2 minute readImagine you’re at a party. There are plenty of new people you could meet and talk to. There’s a guy talking himself up...
Learn thisHow can you simultaneously meet the needs of both long-term and fledgling supporters in ways that don’t patronize or confuse anyone? Let’s apply common ground messaging theory to answer this question. Triggers: Long-term supporters value long-term...
2 minute readHow can you simultaneously meet the needs of both long-term and fledgling supporters in ways that don’t patronize or confuse anyone? Let’s apply...
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