Writing Tips

Want to Increase Brand Engagement? Start By Telling the RIGHT Story

Every brand faces the same challenge today – how to stand out and be seen in a crowded marketplace where you only have a few seconds to grab people’s attention. That’s why storytelling is so important. We’ve written about the benefits of quality storytelling and even shared some tips in the past, but there’s something […]

Work Smarter, Not Harder: Efficiency in Content Marketing

The term efficiency had, shall we say, its moment in the sun earlier this year. And as everyone rushed to streamline their workflows and produce more with less, one question rose to the top of everyone’s mind: What exactly does efficiency mean, anyway? In the fast-paced world of content marketing, efficiency isn’t just about producing […]

Give Readers a KISS: Why Brevity Is Best in Content Marketing

The phrase “Keep It Simple, Stupid!” wasn’t coined with content marketing in mind, but the KISS principle applies here, just as it does in many areas of business (and life). Content marketing copy that’s concise is one of the best ways to get your target audience to fall in love with your content – and […]

Why Writers Love Content and Style Guidelines (and Tips for What to Include)

Consistency is key to building and maintaining your brand. While you may cover a range of topics written from a variety of perspectives, each piece still has to reflect your brand’s defining values and sensibilities. Well-composed content and style guidelines help both internal and external writers produce better content, as well as ensure each piece […]

A Roadmap or a Waste of Time: Do Outlines Really Work?

The primrose path of a poem. The scenic drive of a feature article. The information superhighway of a user guide. An effective piece of writing takes the audience from introduction to conclusion with a clear narrative direction. When it comes to content creation for marketing, where the end goal is to build long-term profitable relationships […]

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