Writing Assistants Destroy Our Copy

I used Grammarly to test some of the greatest slogans ever. Guess what? Most of them have failed.

Reverse Scriptwriting: Start With the Music

I struggled to write emotional ads. So I gathered music from hundreds of commercials and films to make it (a bit) easier.

This Ad Sold My Old Blender in Four Minutes

I love writing ads on Facebook Marketplace. No client feedback. No brand guidelines. Just pure selling and fun.

Why I Am Obsessed With Ad Parodies

When I start working with a new copywriting client, I watch all the parodies of their industry’s ads. Here’s why.

Teach Your Clients to Give You Helpful Feedback

Clients used to give me feedback like: “My cousin didn’t like it,” until I realized it was my fault.

Is My Idea PR-Worthy?

If I struggle to decide which idea to show the client, I write them into news headlines using this tool…

Lessons From My First Four Months as a Digital Nomad

tl;dr Working on the beach is just as realistic as snorkeling in the office.

Dealing With Haters (Creatively)

Every brand has haters. Instead of ignoring them, learn how to use them. Here are three creative ways to deal with haters.

Make Ads That Are Impossible to Ignore

When I lived in a ground-floor apartment, neighbors would often sneak a peek inside. It’s called Voyeurism. It can improve your ads.

Numbers Confuse; Words Inspire

What makes a product name memorable? Hint: it’s not its catalog number. Here’s why I always offer my clients to name their products.