{"id":6856,"date":"2023-02-15T16:31:14","date_gmt":"2023-02-15T16:31:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/scallent.com\/posts\/how-to-create-an-audience-through-copy\/"},"modified":"2023-02-15T16:40:37","modified_gmt":"2023-02-15T16:40:37","slug":"how-to-create-an-audience-through-copy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scallent.com\/en\/posts\/how-to-create-an-audience-through-copy\/","title":{"rendered":"How to create an audience through copy"},"content":{"rendered":"
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column width=”1\/4″ column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” offset=”vc_hidden-xs”][vc_single_image image=”6647″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”3\/4″ column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” offset=”vc_hidden-xs”][vc_column_text]Copy is not “just” for blog articles, websites or social media captions.<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n The fact is, with social media, we’ve started writing a lot more and we’ve all become “writers” or “copywriters” as you will.<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n Writing will always be part of the process, whether creating videos, podcasts, dynamic presentations or games. After all, planning is necessary.<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n No matter the format or medium, the challenge is to write so well in order to create a loyal audience throughout the buying journey.<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n Understand how in this article.<\/i><\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column width=”1\/4″ column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” offset=”vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm”][vc_single_image image=”6647″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n Pauliny Zito [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”3\/4″ column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” offset=”vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm”][vc_column_text]Copy is not “just” for blog articles, websites or social media captions.<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n The fact is, with social media, we’ve started writing a lot more and we’ve all become “writers” or “copywriters” as you will.<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n Writing will always be part of the process, whether creating videos, podcasts, dynamic presentations or games. After all, planning is necessary.<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n No matter the format or medium, the challenge is to write so well in order to create a loyal audience throughout the buying journey.<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n Understand how in this article.<\/i><\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_single_image image=”6842″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n Copywriting or simply Copy is persuasive writing, a technique to convince the audience to perform an action.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n Therefore, copy, whether conversion or content, is totally linked to a persona (representation of the ideal customer).<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n A good copy…<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n Is never a copy of another.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n Does not generalize.\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n Is not aggressive.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n Doesn\u2019t use clich\u00e9s.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n A good copy is creative and always original, aligned with the digital marketing strategy and aimed at the persona.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n A good copy contextualizes and has a certain depth.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n For a successful copy, apply the Inbound Methodology.<\/span><\/p>\n Inbound = Content + Context (for those who are creating it).<\/span><\/p>\n Simply put, it’s the right information to the right person at the right time, across all interactions.<\/span><\/p>\n Inbound Marketing works to create individualized relationships that make a lasting impact on your audience and your brand. In other words, the focus is always on the customer.<\/span><\/p>\n This methodology should span all teams (Marketing, Sales and Service) and basically has three phases:<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Some people like to tell stories. Some people like to listen to stories. But of one thing we are sure. A good story is capable of catching the attention and captivating many people.<\/span><\/p>\n For this reason, the storytelling method is very present in the production of content in general. And, of course, also in copywriting.<\/span><\/p>\n Stories connect people with people, generate identification, and for this reason it is an excellent strategy to bring brands and customers closer together.<\/span><\/p>\n Engage the persona when relating your story. Identification happens depending on the situation, the journey and the emotion.<\/span><\/p>\n Furthermore, storytelling is a good technique for possible viralization, and can be applied punctually in the content or as part of its structure.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_single_image image=”6845″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n Mental triggers are psychological motivators or facilitators for the brain that help arouse emotion, and are widely applied in copy.<\/span><\/p>\n Robert B. Cialdini, in The Weapons of Persuasion, mentions six triggers most commonly used in advertising:<\/span><\/p>\n 1) Reciprocity<\/strong><\/p>\n Reciprocity is delivering value so that the persona reciprocates.<\/span><\/p>\n 2) Commitment and Coherence<\/strong><\/p>\n Keeping to the agreement and being consistent at all times.<\/span><\/p>\n 3) Social Approval<\/strong><\/p>\n “Since 95% of people are imitators and only 5% initiators, they are convinced more by the actions of others than by any evidence we can offer.”<\/span><\/p>\n – Roberto Cavett<\/span><\/p>\n 4) Affection<\/strong><\/p>\n Affection is about creating a bond, connection with the persona.<\/span><\/p>\n 5) Authority<\/strong><\/p>\n The company as an expert in a particular subject. It is the principle of reputation.<\/span><\/p>\n 6) Scarcity<\/strong><\/p>\n Scarcity can be of time, bonuses, vacancies, access.<\/span><\/p>\n There is a method called the Writing GPS Framework that puts the reader at the centre of your work and enables you to publish with confidence.<\/span><\/p>\n It takes the writer or copywriter from an initial idea to a complete piece of content.<\/span><\/p>\n The GPS Structure of Writing has three stages:<\/span><\/p>\n 1) G: to go (Go)<\/strong><\/p>\n Before you actually start writing, the first step is to research and plan, because then the writing should flow more easily and naturally.<\/span><\/p>\n But before that, identify your goal, that is, the aim of the content. Look at that goal and reframe it from the customer’s perspective, thinking about the benefit to them and why they should convert after reading your content.<\/span><\/p>\n Then gather data or evidence, such as statistics, facts, figures, research, quotes from experts, testimonials from other customers.<\/span><\/p>\n Finally, organize your ideas, thinking about the format of your content.<\/span><\/p>\n 2) P: to push (Push)<\/strong><\/p>\n It’s time to write and rewrite.<\/span><\/p>\n First, write a first draft without worrying about mistakes or inconsistencies, because the point here is to get your ideas down on paper.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Next, rewrite your content for one person (the persona, for example), keeping the good parts, eliminating the bad parts and rewriting the content. By doing this, your writing will have a more natural, focused, friendly and accessible tone.<\/span><\/p>\n With time, and some techniques, you will develop your own voice, winning over your audience: notice what repeats in your content, the length of your sentences, your vocabulary, your punctuation, your descriptive style, your differentiation from other writers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n An extra tip is to always test new styles and new ideas, especially techniques from people you admire.<\/span><\/p>\n 3) S: to Shine<\/strong><\/p>\n In this last stage, you should revise the content and publish it.<\/span><\/p>\n For this, you can resort to Artificial Intelligence editing tools, such as the Grammarly or Hemingway apps. But beware! AI should not replace a good human editor or proofreader.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Finally, read your content aloud to identify where\/if it is confusing, in addition to the flow and rhythm of the writing.<\/span><\/p>\n Ask yourself: does this content make the reader want to move on to the end?<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_single_image image=”6847″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n To create an audience through copy, you will necessarily have to create a long-term content plan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n How to do this? Consider the following three steps:<\/span><\/p>\n Set marketing goals based on SMART Goal: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Timely.<\/span><\/p>\n Assess your organisation’s initiatives and assets through content audit, event-based audit, such as projects, priorities or upcoming events.<\/span><\/p>\n In this step, remember that the customer journey is always evolving.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/b><\/p>\n At the top of the funnel, a mental trigger that works well is Reciprocity. At this stage, offer rich content to your audience.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n In the middle of the funnel, use the mental triggers Social Proof and Storytelling in order to strengthen the relationship with your persona.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n At the bottom of the funnel, work with the mental triggers Authority and Scarcity using persuasion.<\/span><\/p>\n Use timeless language in your rich material.<\/span><\/p>\n Explore comparisons.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Put yourself as a reference, an authority, and present something relevant, with a differential.<\/span><\/p>\n Write persuasive titles, with questions or promises – and deliver on them in the rich material (in the e-book, for example).<\/span><\/p>\n And don’t forget to interact with the persona.<\/span><\/p>\n Get the persona’s attention.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Explore their pain. Present the solution. Arouse emotion through mental triggers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Show the path to decision making.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Write an impactful sentence and a call to action (CTA) that is clear and direct, but not crude, however with short and simple sentences (5 to 7 words).<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Planner, copywriter and copydesk<\/span><\/p>\nSource: Gerd Altmann<\/a>, Pixabay<\/a><\/strong><\/h6>\n
What is copy?<\/span><\/h1>\n
Inbound Methodology<\/span><\/h1>\n
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Hero’s Journey<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Source: yogesh more<\/a>, Pixabay<\/a> <\/strong><\/h6>\n
Mental triggers<\/span><\/h1>\n
How to make your writing easier, more accessible and fun\u00a0<\/span><\/h1>\n
Source: noeliebodin,<\/a>\u00a0Pixabay<\/a> <\/strong><\/h6>\n
How to create a long-term content plan<\/span><\/h1>\n
Step 1: Set marketing goals<\/span><\/h3>\n
Step 2: Assess your organisation’s initiatives and assets<\/span><\/h3>\n
Step 3: Identify the customer journey for your buyer personas<\/span><\/h3>\n
How to use copywriting\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
Copy in the stages of the funnel<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Copy in rich materials<\/span><\/h3>\n
Copy in conversions (sales)<\/span><\/h3>\n