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7 things your namer will never tell you
Stevie Belchak, freelance namer, strategist and writer offers expert copywriting advice for effective brand naming.
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Stevie Belchak
Nov 12, 2024
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Brand voice isn’t just for customers
Reed words' Gemma Wilson breaks down the pivotal role of internal communications in great brand writing.
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Gemma Wilson
Nov 7, 2024
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Death to the Word Pile
Matchstic's Clayton Notestine argues for minimizing excessive adjectives in copywriting to create impactful and concise messages.
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Clayton Notestine
Nov 4, 2024
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Confessions of a bilingual copywriter
Hanna Sorbito shares her unique insights on producing great copywriting as a bilingual copywriter.
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Hanna Sorbito
Oct 28, 2024
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How to survive LinkedIn
A survival guide for navigating LinkedIn, gaining professional insights and copywriting inspiration without losing your sanity.
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Andrew Boulton
Oct 28, 2024
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The rebirth of a writer
Mary van Ogtrop shares why her copywriting team at Duolingo let go of "content design" and re-embraced the power of great brand writing.
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Mary van Ogtrop
Oct 17, 2024
Interviews
Margaret Kerr-Jarrett Interview
Margaret Kerr-Jarrett gives her insights into the world of verbal branding as a seasoned copywriter co-founder of Nihilo, a branding agency producing great brand writing.
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The Subtext Editorial Team
Oct 16, 2024
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Creativity: It’s not (always) that deep
Friendly reminder: sometimes a Calvin Klein ad is just a hot person in their underpants. And we can all be OK with that.
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Charlotte Golzari
Oct 3, 2024
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The magic of maths
Copywriters tackle problems with words. Contributing writer Dan Steiner also suggests adding the basic principles of math to make a verbal identity really shine.
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Dan Steiner
Oct 3, 2024
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Dodging the brand voice bullshit
Some aspects of copywriting are canon, but others leave us wondering: isn't it time to put these tired copywriting rules to bed, once and for all?
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Bethany Joy
Oct 2, 2024
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Hearing Voices
Copywriters are often told to "write like you speak," but what if your natural voice is a little off-kilter? Contributing Writer Dan Steiner says that's a-OK.
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Dan Steiner
Oct 2, 2024
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In The Margins: Part 3
Contributing Writer Emily Coyle shares her margin notes from four books that challenge us to get off offline and step into a fresh headspace for creative thinking.
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Emily Coyle
Oct 1, 2024
Interviews
Kevin Batory Interview
Kevin Batory shares his path to success, creative inspirations, and insights from working at CENTER and co-hosting Front and Center.
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The Subtext Editorial Team
Sep 25, 2024
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Chara Smith Interview
Chara Smith is one half of Smith & Diction, the Philly-based design studio that specializes in creating thoughtful identities for imaginative clients.
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The Subtext Editorial Team
Sep 25, 2024
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A day in the life of a jobless copywriter
Andrew Boulton's humorous account of job hunting, creative blocks, and the absurdity of daily routine as a jobless copywriter.
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Andrew Boulton
Sep 24, 2024
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Sizzler Verbal Identity
In whipping up a new verbal identity for restaurant chain Sizzler, the team at TAVERN turned up the gas.
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Lisa Franck
Sep 24, 2024
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Where did your voice go?
Copywriters often mute their own voice in service of a higher purpose: great brand writing. Natalie Doggett makes the case for bringing individuality back into the process.
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Natalie Doggett
Sep 23, 2024
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The end of adjectives: Busting out of the voice box
Crafting a compelling narrative is more than hiring talented copywriters. The best brand writing includes a clear TOV, regular assessments, and a solid strategy to anchor it all.
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Jaz Allen-Sutton
Sep 16, 2024
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Live and Let Dialect: The Case for American English
Neil Whitfield makes a case for embracing American English, breaking down linguistic differences, and highlighting the evolution and cultural richness of dialects.
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Neil Whitfield
Sep 11, 2024
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The core of great brand writing is reporting
Discover how reporting techniques shape compelling brand writing through interviews, research, and fact-checking.
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Bill Bradley
Sep 6, 2024
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Emily Ash Powell Interview
Emily Ash Powell discusses her path in copywriting, offering advice on branding, leadership, and breaking into the industry.