Cracking Copy: Recent Episodes
Ella Hoyos & Minnie McBride
Cracking Copy is a marketing and copywriting podcast for creative entrepreneurs and savvy business pros who understand the value that engaging writing can bring to their bottom line.Listen, laugh and learn with us, Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride as we share our words and wisdom in each snack-sized episode.
Show Notes - Cracking Copy
Episode 22
What Have We Learnt in a Year of Podcasting?
And we ask the question…
Do you have a podcast in you?
Ella and Minnie look back over the last year since launching the Cracking Copy Podcast.
We interview each other about our top takeaways from the experience, what we’ve learnt and our thoughts on podcasting as a marketing medium.
It’s a candid insight into how we ‘fell into’ the industry, why we love it and the benefits that podcasting has given us.
It’s a must-listen if launching a podcast is on your things-to-do list.
If podcasting is something you are considering, we have BRILLIANT NEWS! In September we are hosting a free three-day challenge. The challenge will give you the chance to explore whether you have a podcast in you, what format and genre it might take, and who might listen and you’ll be able to map out your first few episodes.
You will then have the chance to enrol on our October Launch Your Indie Podcast course which will give you the knowledge and confidence to get started. Sign up here to get on our waiting list and we will let you know all the details towards the end of the summer.
Let us know what you think of this episode. Please rate and review and recommend to others. We love helping small business owners and entrepreneurs improve their writing.
Resources
Waiting List for Launch Your Indie Podcast
Contact us
Please drop us a voice note at memo.fm/crackingcopy and let us know what you think or what topics you want us to cover.
Twitter @cracking_copy
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Instagram:
Ella Hoyos - @flurrymarketing
Minnie McBride - @minnie__writes
LinkedIn:
Ella Hoyos - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellahoyos
Minnie McBride - https://www.linkedin.com/in/minniemcbride
Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode so that we can help you become better writers for your business.
Support this podcast!
If you found this episode helpful you can show your appreciation by making a donation! This helps offset the costs of producing the show and we’ll love you for it :)
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Show Notes - Cracking Copy
Episode 21 - Magic Messaging
Why you need a messaging strategy and how to build one
Minnie and Ella are today tackling the HUGE subject of marketing messaging.
We look at:
- Why you need a good messaging strategy and
- How to go about researching and creating one
From our own experiences and knowledge, we give you an overview of messaging, what we mean by it and the importance of coherent and magnetic messaging so you and your brand can stand out in the sea of noise.
We outline the 5 step process to creating your brand messaging strategy and the 12 key components for this messaging playbook.
This episode is a belter if you want a whistlestop overview of this important topic. It’s a fabulous tutorial, packed full of valuable tips. You might need a pen this time to make notes!
Let us know what you think of this episode. Please rate and review and recommend to others. It is great to feel that we are helping small business owners and entrepreneurs improve their writing.
Resources
Isle of Wight Tomatoes on Instagram
Contact us
Please drop us a voice note at memo.fm/crackingcopy and let us know what you think or what topics you want us to cover.
Twitter @cracking_copy
Facebook @crackingcopy
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You can also find us at:
Instagram:
Ella Hoyos - @flurrymarketing
Minnie McBride - @minnie__writes
LinkedIn:
Ella Hoyos - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellahoyos
Minnie McBride - https://www.linkedin.com/in/minniemcbride
Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode so that we can help you become better writers for your business.
Support this podcast!
If you found this episode helpful you can show your appreciation by making a donation! This helps offset the costs of producing the show and we’ll love you for it :)
Buy me a coffee
Show Notes - Cracking Copy
Episode 20
Mastering Meta Ads and Writing Tips For Success
With CJ Sinclair from Vibing Social
Minnie talks to CJ from Vibing Social, a Meta ads specialist about what’s working right now on Facebook and Instagram.
Tune in if you’re new to ads and are thinking of FB and Instagram ads as part of your marketing strategy. Or, you may already be using them and are after some tips. CJ also discusses how to troubleshoot underperforming ads and what you need to do to set yourself up for success.
Minnie is ads trained for Pinterest but learns from CJ that Meta is a different kettle of fish due to its forever-changing platform and complexity.
Also, we discuss the importance of great copy as a key component to ads success, what else you need to have in place and how vital it is that you know what you’re doing in order to get optimum return on your ad spend (ROAS).
It’s a great introduction to ads on the Meta platforms so grab a cuppa, settle down and enjoy.
Please drop us a review and let us know what you thought of this episode!
About Our Guest:
CJ Sinclair is a Meta Ads Specialist (Facebook and Instagram) who primarily works with e-commerce brands. As a psychologist, she happily admits to being a ‘data geek’ and absolutely loves what she does.
In addition to managing client accounts, CJ also offers 1:1 and group training as well as consultancy. She also manages a free ads support Facebook group exclusively for e-commerce businesses.
Contact CJ:
Website: www.vibingsocial.co.uk
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vibingsocial_/
Contact us
Please drop us a voice note at memo.fm/crackingcopy and let us know what you think or what topics you want us to cover.
Twitter @cracking_copy
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Instagram:
Ella Hoyos - @flurrymarketing
Minnie McBride - @minnie__writes
LinkedIn:
Ella Hoyos - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellahoyos
Minnie McBride - https://www.linkedin.com/in/minniemcbride
Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode so that we can help you become better writers for your business.
Support this podcast!
If you found this episode helpful you can show your appreciation by making a donation! This helps offset the costs of producing the show and we’ll love you for it :)
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It's an extra juicy show as Ella Hoyos talks to Brittany McBean about pricing for copywriters. We dig into what makes a premium client experience that commands high prices and delivers top kudos, in this hour-long episode.
Tune in if you’re a freelance copywriter looking to break out of feast and famine mode, and ready to scale up your business profitability.
We start with the spark that kicked things off Brittany & Ella in their copywriting careers.
Brittany lays bare the struggle of the early years and the "obnoxious" story of how her business grew from generating $11k to $186 in a single year. You’ll hear how she’s been riding the wave ever since.
We talk about the perspective shift needed for copywriters who unwittingly limit their earning potential.
What have cars got to do with copywriting? You’ll discover the ‘Buying a Car vs Mechanic mindset’, that is likely keeping you stuck.
And you’ll get more than a sneak peak inside Brittany’s course, The Five Figure Leap. This is a programme designed to help freelance businesses and micro agencies provide a super smooth client experience, and develop lead-generation strategies to seek and attract top tier clients.
BONUS OFFER: For May 2023 only, Brittany is throwing her doors open wide to welcome people inside her programme - The Five Figure Leap . This is a great opportunity not to be missed!
Resources:
Your FREE pass to The Five Figure Leap Open House, valid throughout May 2023
Find out more about The Five Figure Leap here.
About Our Guest:
Brittany McBean is a launch strategist & conversion copywriter who specializes in anti-sleazy, audience-focused, high-converting copy for online entrepreneurs & educators.
She believes that Black lives matter now and always, marketing needs to help, not harm, and that it's our responsibility to use our voice to build up, magnify, and support historically & systemically marginalized people.
Through her research-based strategy and copy, she helps industry leaders like Rick Mulready, Brandi Mowles, and Lattice Hudson run multi 6 & 7-figure launches & funnels through clear messaging and anti-manipulative marketing practices.
She'll talk just to hear herself talk, but you'll get the least nonsense out of her when talking about what's-working-now marketing & launch strategies, copywriting & messaging, and her journey with infertility & mental health.
She believes in the Oxford comma and will fight you on it.
Contact Brittany:
Website: https://brittanymcbean.com/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/brittanylmcbean/
Contact us
Please drop us a voice note at memo.fm/crackingcopy and let us know what you think or what topics you want us to cover.
Twitter @cracking_copy
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Instagram:
Ella Hoyos - @flurrymarketing
Minnie McBride - @minnie__writes
LinkedIn:
Ella Hoyos - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellahoyos
Minnie McBride - https://www.linkedin.com/in/minniemcbride
Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode so that we can help you become better writers for your business.
Support this podcast!
If you found this episode helpful you can show your appreciation by making a donation! This helps offset the costs of producing the show and we’ll love you for it :)
Buy me a coffee
In this episode, host Ella Hoyos talks to Nikki Trailor, a seasoned launch copywriter, to uncover the 3 key things you need for a successful live launch.
Tune in if you’re a copywriter, course creator or online business owner who wants to optimise your copy and launch strategy for more sales success in 2023.
Nikki shares her journey to becoming a specialist launch copywriter, following a pre-pandemic career in travel and tourism.
You’ll hear about her work on a recent six-figure launch success for a productivity coaching couple. She reveals how she helped her client, the Lifehack Method, get great results after raising the ticket price of their programme by $2,500.
And you’ll also get 3 tasty takeaways for your next launch.
So take a break and listen as we talk about launches, the importance of offers, nurturing your audience and writing stellar sales pages.
As always, we’d love to know what you think of this episode. Please leave a review or continue the conversation by getting in touch. Contact deets below.
Resources:
Get your free Launch Goal Calculator here
About Our Guest:
Nikki is a copywriter + brand voice strategist who works with unapologetic business owners who are ready to unleash their true personality to make more sales. She creates powerful brand voice guides and sales copy that shows off her clients' unique personality, commands the attention of their ideal customers, and converts them into paying ones. All with a fast turnaround.
She's trained in conversion copywriting with some of the best copywriters in the biz, learning how to deliver impact for her clients with her signature cocktail of personality-driven copy and ethical persuasion principles.
When she's not busy writing or whipping up brand voice guides, you'll find her out exploring the world (probably Mexico) or dancing Cuban-style on a stage somewhere in London.
Contact Nikki:
Website: www.nikkitrailor.com
Instagram: instagram.com/nikki_trailor
Contact us
Please drop us a voice note at memo.fm/crackingcopy and let us know what you think or what topics you want us to cover.
Twitter @cracking_copy
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Minnie McBride - @minnie__writes
LinkedIn:
Ella Hoyos - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellahoyos
Minnie McBride - https://www.linkedin.com/in/minniemcbride
Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode so that we can help you become better writers for your business.
Support this podcast!
If you found this episode helpful you can show your appreciation by making a donation! This helps offset the costs of producing the show and we’ll love you for it :)
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Today we are talking about social media bios.
What do we mean by a bio? (*note: bio is short for biography)
Well, we’re talking about the personal information that you see on your social media profiles. You know, that tiny amount of space at the top with a ridiculously low character count where you have to grab attention, get across your value proposition, what you want the reader to do and be so magnetically brilliant that they will do whatever you have asked.
No mean feat! So we are going to be discussing what you can do to achieve bio nirvana.
Because when was the last time your bios had a spring clean?
We have gone all generous and created a FREE Brilliant Bio Checklist with all the actionable tips from today’s podcast. The link is in the resources below.
So tune in, sit back and listen and let us know what you think of this episode. Continue the conversation by leaving us a message and getting in touch on our socials. Contact deets below.
Resources:
Get your free Brilliant Bio Checklist here
Link apps include: Linktree, AllMyLinks, Card, Link Hubb, Linkkie and Taplink amongst others
Company bios we discuss:
Hubspot LinkedIn here
Sainsbury's LinkedIn Twitter
Morrisons LinkedIn Twitter
Aldi LinkedIn Twitter
Waitrose LinkedIn
Contact us
Please drop us a voice note at memo.fm/crackingcopy and let us know what you think or what topics you want us to cover.
Twitter @cracking_copy
Facebook @crackingcopy
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Ella Hoyos - @flurrymarketing
Minnie McBride - @minnie__writes
LinkedIn:
Ella Hoyos - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellahoyos
Minnie McBride - https://www.linkedin.com/in/minniemcbride
Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode so that we can help you become better writers for your business.
Support this podcast!
If you found this episode helpful you can show your appreciation by making a donation! This helps offset the costs of producing the show and we’ll love you for it :)
Buy me a coffee
With all the buzz about ChatGPT and Artificial Intelligence, we think we would be mad not to cover it!
We have been wondering, and perhaps you have too:
- What is ChatGPT and how is it so blimmin’ clever?
- Will AI replace us as writers?
- Should we view AI tools as friends or foes?
- Are copywriters like Ella and I a goner?
- How can we leverage this technology for our benefit?
In today’s episode, we seek to answer these questions and more. Over the past few months, we have absorbed as much info as possible about the newest AI offerings, had a play with them and believe that this is a revolution that cannot be ignored. We also dive into some best practices for leveraging these tools to make us better, more efficient writers.
This is obviously only just the beginning. This is a topic that we will be returning to again and again we are sure.
So tune in, sit back and listen and let us know what you think of this episode and our take. Do continue the conversation by leaving us a message and getting in touch. Contact deets below.
Resources:
ChatGPT can be found at Chat OpenAI
The app Ella has been using is an AI writing tool called Nichesss and the SEO app is WriterZen.
Also check out:
Bard, Jasper.ai, Writesonic, Copysmith, Rytr, AI Writer, CopyAI, Closerscopy, Writecream
The video tool Minnie mentions at the end is RunWayML
If you use any other good ones, please do let us know!
Contact us
Please drop us a voice note at memo.fm/crackingcopy and let us know what you think or what topics you want us to cover.
Twitter @cracking_copy
Facebook @crackingcopy
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You can also find us at:
Instagram:
Ella Hoyos - @flurrymarketing
Minnie McBride - @minnie__writes
LinkedIn:
Ella Hoyos - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellahoyos
Minnie McBride - https://www.linkedin.com/in/minniemcbride
Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode so that we can help you become better writers for your business.
Support this podcast!
If you found this episode helpful you can show your appreciation by making a donation! This helps offset the costs of producing the show and we’ll love you for it :)
Buy me a coffee
Repurposing Your Copy for Maximum Impact
Creating single-use, disposable content is a false economy. It's also a high price to pay, zapping up your precious time and energy as a marketer and content creator.
If you tend to find content creation, writing and marketing your business exhausting, then this podcast is for you.
Ella & Minnie talk about the wonderful alchemy of repurposing content to make your life easier, save time and most importantly your sanity.
Listen in to discover:
- The legendary Mince Beef strategy for repurposing your content!
- The 2 main methods that you must know to repackage your content many times over. Simple!
- Sanity saving, sustainable ways you can repurpose, recycle and reuse each piece of content you create.
- Examples of how we repurpose our own content.
- Why you never need to worry that recycling content will make you sound like a stuck record. Spoiler alert: it won’t.
How would it feel to get more value and greater reach from each and every piece of content you create? Whether you are a solopreneur or a more established business, we’ll help you apply your own simple strategies to content distribution and become more intentional in your content writing process.
Tune in and let us know what you think of this episode.
Contact us
Please drop us a voice note at memo.fm/crackingcopy and let us know what you think or what topics you would like us to cover.
Twitter @cracking_copy
Facebook @crackingcopy
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Instagram:
Ella Hoyos - @flurrymarketing
Minnie McBride - @minnie__writes
LinkedIn:
Ella Hoyos - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellahoyos
Minnie McBride - https://www.linkedin.com/in/minniemcbride
Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this new podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode so that we can help you become better writers for your business.
Support this podcast!
If you found this episode helpful you can show your appreciation by making a donation! This helps offset the costs of producing the show and we’ll love you for it :)
Buy me a coffee
We do not profess to be LinkedIn ninjas but this deep dive episode is a must-listen for any individual or business owner looking to leverage the power of LinkedIn.
In this LinkedIn podcast special, Ella & Minnie discuss why you might bother leveraging LinkedIn
- Is your audience hanging out there?
- Are you looking for new work? It’s the best place to be for new jobs and new leads. Recruiters search on the platform and many companies advertise jobs there too. So even if you use it as a shop window to showcase what you have done/can do then it is important to be there.
- Also, LinkedIn offers the opportunity to showcase your ideas - you can include articles that your audience will find useful, and it builds trust and credibility.
We discuss the many places on LinkedIn to sell yourself and raise your profile. Our own research into the platform has led us to the realisation that we personally aren’t giving LinkedIn the attention it deserves. It is an excellent platform to build your professional network and generate business leads. We reveal how you can, with us, maximise the opportunities available. If you aren’t on LinkedIn you probably should be and we’ll tell you why.
Cracking Copy hosts Minnie McBride and Ella Hoyos give you our top tips for writing on the platform, how to grow your following and unlock the potential of LinkedIn for you and your business.
Tune in and let us know your thoughts - our contact details are below…
Interesting LinkedIn stats:
- As of April 2022, 59 million companies have a LinkedIn Page.2.7 million of these Pages post at least weekly.
- LinkedIn members are viewing 22% more Feed Updates in 2022 YoY. (LinkedIn internal data)
- LinkedIn members are having 25% more public conversations on LinkedIn YoY. (LinkedIn internal data)
- Between June 2020 and June 2022, LinkedIn members shared 25% more public content YoY. (LinkedIn internal data)
- LinkedIn Marketing Solutions surpassed $5 billion in revenue for the first time in July of 2022
- eMarketer projects that by 2024, LinkedIn will capture nearly 50% of all display ad spending and 25% of all digital ad spending.
Contact us
Please drop us a voice note at memo.fm/crackingcopy and let us know what you think or what topics you would like us to cover.
Twitter @cracking_copy
Facebook @crackingcopy
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You can also find us at:
Instagram:
Ella Hoyos - @flurrymarketing
Minnie McBride - @minnie__writes
LinkedIn:
Ella Hoyos - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellahoyos
Minnie McBride - https://www.linkedin.com/in/minniemcbride
Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this new podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode so that we can help you become better writers for your business.
Support this podcast!
If you found this episode helpful you can show your appreciation by making a donation! This helps offset the costs of producing the show and we’ll love you for it :)
Buy me a coffee
This podcast is a must-listen for any writer or business owner looking to leverage the power of Twitter.
There is arguably no better social media platform to hone your writing skills. In this episode, Ella & Minnie discuss what Twitter can do for you as a writer, and how you can use the platform to find your tribe, grow your audience, test ideas and build in public.
With topics such as exploring what resonates with your target audience, providing something educational and interesting, understanding recent changes to the platform, and using hashtags to increase followers, this podcast is the perfect guide to help you get the most out of Twitter.
Cracking Copy hosts Minnie McBride and Ella Hoyos will help you unlock the potential of Twitter for your writing, business, and more. Whether you’re a writer, journalist, PR professional, or budding entrepreneur, you’ll learn how to craft compelling tweets, grow a loyal following, and get the most out of the ever-evolving platform. Discover the ins and outs of this powerful social media platform and use it to further your career and success.
Tune in and let us know your thoughts - our contact details are below…
Resources
Learn how to become a prolific digital writer with Ship30for30
Publish cross-platform with Typeshare
Search for insights and intel with Twemex
Organise your Twitter feed with Tweetdeck
Contact us!
Please drop us a voice note at memo.fm/crackingcopy and let us know what you think or what topics you would like us to cover.
Twitter @cracking_copy
Facebook @crackingcopy
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You can also find us at:
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Ella Hoyos - @flurrymarketing
Minnie McBride - @minnie__writes
LinkedIn:
Ella Hoyos - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellahoyos
Minnie McBride - https://www.linkedin.com/in/minniemcbride
Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this new podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode so that we can help you become better writers for your business.
Support this podcast!
If you found this episode helpful you can show your appreciation by making a donation! This helps offset the costs of producing the show and we’ll love you for it :)
Buy me a coffee
Welcome to our podcast! This episode is for you if you want to know how to go about finding the best words for your social media post captions AND how to get the best engagement and traction with the dreaded algorithms.
Today is Part 1 in a 2-part mini-series on social media writing.
This episode looks at writing captions for Instagram and Facebook, specifically organic posts not paid for advertising (that’s for another podcast, another day!)
How are they similar and how do they differ?
As we move into 2023, the trend is moving towards the need to produce quality content rather than quantity. Gone are the days when you can bung up multiple random pictures with rushed words and hope for the best. Careful thought needs to go into your social media marketing execution. And that includes the words!
We’re talking about 3 things today:
- Writing Goals
- Ingredients of a good caption
- Systems for managing your FB & Insta content ideas
Tune in and let us know your thoughts - our contact details are below…
Resources
Manage your social media, workflow or task tracking with:
Trello
Notion
Contact us!
Please drop us a voice note at memo.fm/crackingcopy and let us know what you think or what topics you would like us to cover.
Twitter @cracking_copy
Facebook @crackingcopy
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You can also find us at:
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Ella Hoyos - @flurrymarketing
Minnie McBride - @minnie__writes
LinkedIn:
Ella Hoyos - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellahoyos
Minnie McBride - https://www.linkedin.com/in/minniemcbride
Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this new podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode so that we can help you become better writers for your business.
Support this podcast!
If you found this episode helpful you can show your appreciation by making a donation! This helps offset the costs of producing the show and we’ll love you for it :)
Buy me a coffee
Are you often overwhelmed by the need to come up with constant ideas for your online content from social media to blogs, product or service launches and articles etc?
Is advance planning something that you never quite have time for?
If you could benefit from some guidance on planning your content, ditching the overwhelm and actually start enjoying the process then today’s episode of Cracking Copy is for you.
In this episode, Minnie talks to Sarah Richards, Content Coach and Instagram expert about how to effectively create and plan your content. Learn how to cultivate a content mindset. get the results you want and never run out of ideas!
This could be one of the best spent 20 minutes of your life, listening to Sarah’s top tips for defining your content pillars, effective content planning and productivity hacks. Before you even start thinking about when and how to craft your messages to engage with your ideal customer, you need a plan.
Sarah also runs an online course, The Content Reboot, a three-week course which starts again in January 2023. Its aim is to build joy in your content and establish a strategic process that works for you. The course covers content foundations, creation of content systems, gathering inspiration and auditing your content so you are calm, organised and set up for success. Click here for more details.
Resources
Manage your project, workflow or task tracking with:
Trello
Notion
Contact us!
Contact Sarah Richards:
Website and Content Reboot info: sarahrichardssocial.co.uk
Instagram: @sarahrichardssocial
Contact the Cracking Copy team:
Please drop us a voice note at memo.fm/crackingcopy and let us know what you think or what topics you would like us to cover.
Twitter @cracking_copy
Facebook @crackingcopy
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You can also find us at:
Instagram:
Ella Hoyos - @flurrymarketing
Minnie McBride - @minnie__writes
LinkedIn:
Ella Hoyos - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellahoyos
Minnie McBride - https://www.linkedin.com/in/minniemcbride
Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this new podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode so that we can help you become better writers for your business.
Support this podcast!
If you found this episode helpful you can show your appreciation by making a donation! This helps offset the costs of producing the show and we’ll love you for it :)
Buy me a coffee
Grow & sell through Summits
This episode is for you if you want to speak in Summits and sell more of your services online.
Ella Hoyos speaks with sales coach and business champion, Kathy Walterhouse, founder of the Professional Rule Breaker and the Entrepreneurs Success Summit.
Kathy has a great outlook and she loves to help entrepreneurs break the rules, find their authentic voice and jumpstart sales.
We discuss how you can supercharge your sales process. Listen to how Kathy made the switch from ‘scared selling’ to ‘noble selling’, why it works and what that looks like in practice.
She shares her wisdom on providing value, building relationships and the emotional triggers that motivate people to take action and buy.
You’ll hear all about the benefits of speaking and attending summits and conferences. Find out what makes them such a powerful way to help copywriters and business owners to get promoted, reach new audiences, and build authority in a way that will help you to grow and scale your business. Ella recounts her own experience when the tech falters and Kathy talks about how to handle mishaps in live situations.
Kathy talks about how you can create ‘omnipresence’ with your content on social media without feeling burned out. She shares a great tip, “the rule of one” to streamline your marketing efforts and help achieve more success in your business.
You’ll also discover what Kathy looks for when selecting guests and speakers for her Summits.
FAST ACTION BONUS! Access the Entrepreneurs Success Summit absolutely FREE before 18 November 2022. Sign up now at https://www.theprofessionalrulebreaker.com/ESS-2
About Kathy Walterhouse
Kathy Walterhouse has been named Top 20 Business Coach to look out for in Disrupter
Magazine. She is an ex- corporate sales expert having sold close to a billion dollars. After being
asked numerous times how she did it Kathy realized there was a real need to help entrepreneurs find success in their marketing and sales. She has her own methodology of success. One of her pillars of success is being authentic and having the philosophy of drawing outside the lines, not following what is expected .....in essence being a rule breaker.
Kathy has become a success leading small businesses to crush their sales numbers using her S-A-L-E-S Method.
In a short time, she reached clients on an international level. In an effort to scale and help
more entrepreneurs she has developed a mastermind group training to increase access to
her knowledge and accelerate success of her clients. Kathy's goal is to have her customers
stand out of the crowded marketplace. She has always had the motto of “Be authentic. Be a rule
breaker. Be the solution to your customer and don't stop until you make a difference. Success
will follow.
Kathy’s contact details
Website: www.theprofessionalrulebreaker.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theprofessionalrulebreaker/
Instagram: http://instagram.com/theprofessionalrulebreaker
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Writing for the digital age - what has changed?
Today’s episode is for you if you are bamboozled by the tens of thousands of messages presented to you on a daily basis. Are you at a loss for how you can cut through the noise to get your products and business to stand out?
Today we look at how the way we write and communicate has changed in the last 30-40+ years to ensure that we can get our own vital messages across.
We look at some of the copywriting greats from the last 60 years. Why were they successful? We look at what we have learnt from these people and discuss how differently we create and construct our copy to communicate effectively in the 2020s.
We also have a host of tips for you to take on board right now to hone your digital writing skills. Tune in and find out…
Resources
David Ogilvy’s famous 1960s Rolls Royce Ad
Martin Conroy’s famous Wall Street Journal direct-sales letter 1975-2003 - the ‘most successful sales letter ever written’
Gary Halbert - The Boron Letters
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Humans crave stories. As writers we know the power of a good story to draw our readers in. In this episode of Cracking Copy, Ella Hoyos talks to copywriter Charlotte Davies about a story born from her own life experience and what motivated her to tell it.
This episode is for you if you really want to know what it’s like to share your story on stage at TEDx.
Charlotte never imagined herself at TEDx, but when a friend suggested the idea and she met the conference organiser a short time later, it stirred an idea that compelled her to act.
Charlotte shares her insights on public speaking, performance, and copywriting. She talks about her journey with cancer and what it taught her about resilience when life gets tough.
She discusses the importance of only sharing what you're comfortable with, and of rehearsal and planning when delivering a talk or presentation. Charlotte also talks about the feedback she's received since her TEDx talk, and how doing the talk has helped her as a copywriter. Finally, she offers advice to others who might be thinking about doing a TEDx talk or other public speaking engagement.
In her TEDx talk, Charlotte discusses her journey and what it taught her about resilience. She says that during the difficult times, it's important to think about what you can do differently the next time. She also says that sharing your story can be cathartic and help you close a chapter of your life that has been quite traumatic.
About Charlotte
Charlotte Davies is a copywriter, messaging strategist and TEDx speaker.
She spent 8 years working in PR, across industries including music and food.
In 2014 she took time out for treatment when she was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. The treatment was successful and she has been in remission since August 2014.
When she was ready to return to work, she got qualified to teach English and has worked in Italy, Spain and through the pandemic taught English online to children and teenagers.
Charlotte also worked as the Events and Development Manager at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre, where she was responsible for fundraising and promoting the theatre to a corporate audience.
Charlotte started her copywriting business in May 2021. Since then she has been working with SMEs to create compelling copy that attracts their ideal clients and helping business owners and fellow copywriters to develop their authority and lead generation skills.
Charlotte’s contact details
Website: www.charlottethecopywriter.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlottethecopywriter
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlottethecopywriter/
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Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this new podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode so that we can help you become better writers for your business.
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Are you an aspiring copywriter? Are you looking to find your authentic brand voice? Then why not start by cultivating your sense of comedic timing. We joke not. We’re smiling all the way as Sami Miles shares her wisdom on how to inject more humour into your copywriting.
This show is for you if you want to write laugh-out-loud words that light up your readers and bring joy to their day.
Copywriting can be a serious business and it can be tough to strike a balance with humour and messaging. But our guest Sami Miles has done just that. She's a former stand up comedian who has turned copywriter. Sami used the skills she learned on the comedy circuit to write high impact, humour-filled email newsletters that crack up her subscribers. Now, she's here to share her wisdom and to teach us how we can inject a little bit more humour into what we write. Listen in as Ella and Sami explore the parallels between humour and copywriting. This 20 minute show will help you to find the sweet spot between getting your message across and making it memorable with a touch of wit.
About Sami Miles
Former stand-up comic and conversion copywriter Samantha Miles brings out the funniest and most commanding version of biz owners to play, connect, and get results with their audience.
She believes that humour is a powerful way to process and heal from the harsh reality of human suffering. Sami recently lived a double-life, working a corporate job in a highly-regulated industry by day and doing comedy shows in Hollywood by night, alongside big names like Jimmy Carr, Margaret Cho & Kirk Fox. Since quitting her 6-figure corporate career while pregnant with her second daughter, she’s helped dozens of business owners convert leads into raving fans that continue to buy from them.
You can find Sami with a baby strapped to her chest, watching her toddler chase a chicken on the trampoline at the family compound she shares with her parents.
Sami’s contact details
Website: https://catchiestcopy.com
Instagram: http://instagram.com/catchiestcopy
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Today’s episode is for you if you either find grammar a complete nightmare or love it and want to be inspired to break the rules for maximum effect.
We discuss a few grammar rules that we think are important. We only really scratch the surface of this massive (and often contentious) topic. And you may absolutely disagree with some of our thoughts. In which case please do let us know by contacting us and joining in the conversation.
We also think that there are grammar rules that can be broken. We look at some of these and explain why breaking rules can be a powerful tool to use to get your brand to stand out.
Are you a stickler for correct grammar or are you more relaxed about its usage? Tune in and find out if you agree with us…
Resources
Up your grammar game with these books:
The Elements of Style - Strunk and White
Eats Shoots and Leaves - Lynne Truss
Write Right - Jan Venolia
Practical English Usage - Michael Swan
English Grammar: 100 Tragically Common Mistakes (and how to correct them) - Sean Williams
English Grammar for Dummies - Lesley Ward/Geraldine Woods
Best free grammar app (mobile and desktop) Grammarly
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Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this new podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode so that we can help you become better writers for your business.
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Are you an aspiring copywriter? Are you looking to find your authentic brand voice? (The personality packed one that makes people smile 😄). A great place to start is by cultivating your sense of comedic timing. We joke not! In this episode, Sami Miles shares her wisdom on how to inject more humour into your copywriting.
This show is for you if you want to write laugh-out-loud words that light up your readers and bring joy to their day.
Copywriting can be a serious business and it can be tough to strike a balance with humour and messaging. But our guest Sami Miles has done just that. She's a former stand up comedian who has turned copywriter. Sami used the skills she learned on the comedy circuit to write high impact, humour-filled email newsletters that crack up her subscribers. Now, she's here to share her wisdom and to teach us how we can inject a little bit more humour into what we write. Listen in as Ella and Sami explore the parallels between humour and copywriting. This 20 minute show will help you to find the sweet spot between getting your message across and making it memorable with a touch of wit.
Sami Miles
Former stand-up comic and conversion copywriter Samantha Miles brings out the funniest and most commanding version of biz owners to play, connect, and get results with their audience.
She believes that humor is a powerful way to process and heal from the harsh reality of human suffering. Sami recently lived a double-life, working a corporate job in a highly-regulated industry by day and doing comedy shows in Hollywood by night, alongside big names like Jimmy Carr, Margaret Cho & Kirk Fox. Since quitting her 6-figure corporate career while pregnant with her second daughter, she’s helped dozens of business owners convert leads into raving fans that continue to buy from them.
You can find Sami with a baby strapped to her chest, watching her toddler chase a chicken on the trampoline at the family compound she shares with her parents.
Connect with Sami
Website: https://catchiestcopy.com
Instagram: http://instagram.com/catchiestcopy
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Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this new podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode so that we can help you become better writers for your business.
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We're talking about confusing words and and how to avoid stupid mistakes. With Sarah Townsend, author of bestselling book, The Little Book of Confusables.
This episode is for you if you question yourself when you write certain words. Are you occasionally guilty of making the odd silly mistake with vocabulary and idioms and want to know how to avoid them?
In this episode, Minnie talks to Sarah Townsend, author of two bestselling books about her latest book, The Little Book of Confusables, which helps smart people boost their vocabulary and avoid embarrassing mistakes.
We discuss the most common mistakes people make and give tips on remembering the correct spelling to stop you from tripping up and looking daft!
Sarah Townsend
As a freelance copywriter for 20+ years, Sarah Townsend helps businesses get results from their marketing using powerful, persuasive, clear and concise copy.
She is the author of two bestselling books:
The Little Book of Confusables and Survival Skills for Freelancers, her first book, which has helped thousands of freelancers grow in confidence and develop the mindset for success.
Since 2020, Sarah has delivered talks and events for everyone from the CIPR and ITI to Enterprise Nation and the Content Marketing Association.
Sarah’s contact details
Website: https://sarahtownsendeditorial.co.uk
The Little Book of Confusables: https://amzn.to/3AjqtB4
Survival Skills for Freelancers: https://amzn.to/2Y1z1cw
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahtownsendeditorial/
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stecopywriting
Instagram: http://instagram.com/thecopywritersday
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Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this new podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode so that we can help you become better writers for your business.
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This episode is for you if you want to know how copy formulas will help you create high-converting copy.
In this episode we cover:
- Why writing copy from scratch is a no-no and what you should do instead
- The sales psychology behind using formulas and frameworks
- The different kind of frameworks for copywriters
- Why using formulas and frameworks will strengthen your writing and make it easier to get started
- Examples of writing frameworks in action
This episode we discuss four different copywriting frameworks, some are well-known and some lesser known, but all are proven to work and are popular among writers. We look at several examples from real-life scenarios to give you an understanding of the power of these writing formulas when put into action. A lot of these copywriting formulas can be applied to various lengths of copy. Whether it’s a short piece of copy or an ad, or a longer piece that you’re producing, these writing formulas can really bring great results to your business.
This short episode has plenty of actionable tips on how experimenting with different frameworks will help you level up your own writing and optimise your copy for best results.
You’ll hear that:
“Kevin Lee, catalogued no less than 27 copy formulas. That is enough to make your head hurt! “
“Whether it’s a short piece of copy or an ad, or a longer piece that you’re producing, these writing formulas can really bring great results to your business.”
“Different formulas work for different writing goals and different content types or writing styles.”
“There is a more ethical approach, rather than agitating and rubbing salt in the wounds and making the problem really big and scary. You start off with your pain point, the frustration that's bothering you, but then you paint a more optimistic picture of how it could be and this is how you get to that point”
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Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this new podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode so that we can help you become better writers for your business.
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Episode 4 - Copy Formulas and Frameworks
This episode is for you if want to know how copy formulas will help you create high-converting copy.
In this episode we cover:
- Why writing copy from scratch is a no-no and what you should do instead
- The sales psychology behind using formulas and frameworks
- The different kind of frameworks for copywriters
- Why using formulas and frameworks will strengthen your writing and make it easier to get started
- Examples of writing frameworks in action
We're giving examples of four different copywriting frameworks, some are well-known and some lesser known, but all are proven to work and are popular among writers. We look at several examples from real-life scenarios to give you an understanding of the power of these writing formulas when put into action. A lot of these copywriting formulas can be applied to various lengths of copy. Whether it’s a short piece of copy or an ad, or a longer piece that you’re producing, these writing formulas can really bring great results to your business.
This short episode has plenty of actionable tips on how experimenting with different frameworks will help you level up your own writing and optimise your copy for best results.
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Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this new podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode and hope, along the way, to help you become better writers for your business.
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Episode 3 - Long Form vs Short Form Copy
This episode is for you if you want some brilliant and insightful tips on approaching long form and short form copy. What do we mean and how are they different?
This bite-size episode discusses the differences and looks to answer the following burning questions:
What’s the difference between long form and short form copy?
- What are the frameworks and structure to consider?
- How do you deal with writing constraints?
- How long should pieces of copy be?
- And how long should you actually spend writing?
Join us as we give our thoughts on tackling all lengths of copywriting tasks and answer your questions in our fun and informative conversation.
Resources
Character and word constraints - examples:
Instagram - bio total 150 characters; caption 2,200 characters
- Facebook - 63,206 characters (though for best engagement you should do less)
- Twitter - tweet 280 characters - but more with Twitter threads, Twitter handle 15 characters, profile name 50 characters, bio 160 characters
- Linkedin - ‘About’ section 2,600 characters, if publishing an essay publishing content length 110,000
- Blog posts - according to Hubspot 2,100-2,400 is the sweet spot for best SEO
- Sales pages can be anything up to up to 6,000 words or longer
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Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this new podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode and hope, along the way, to help you become better writers for your business.
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Episode 2 - The Importance of Great Copy
This episode is for you if you want to know how stellar copy can seriously up-level your business.
In this episode we cover:
- The difference between copy and content and why it matters
- The one true measure that tells you if your content is hitting the spot
- How to lead the the customer journey
- The surprising skill you never knew you needed to become a great copywriter
- The simple reverse psychology question that will reveal the best insights from your customers
Listen in as we discuss commercial writing and how you can use this method to persuade customers to make buying decisions. You’ll learn about the importance of customer research and how it can help businesses connect with their target audience.
This short episode has plenty of actionable tips on how you can level up your own writing and optimise your copy for best results.
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Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this new podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode so that we can help you become better writers for your business.
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Hey hey, Pssstt...so you want to be a better writer?
You're in the right place!
Welcome to Cracking Copy. We're Ella and Minnie, two copywriter friends, here to share our love of the written word with you in these twice-monthly snack-sized episodes.
In this short episode, you'll get the lowdown on what you can expect from us in this new show about writing for business. Lean in and listen up - we can't wait to get to know you!
Oh, and don't forget to hit subscribe and please share if you like what you're listening to.
Show Notes - Cracking Copy
Episode 1- Warming Up With Word Games
This episode is for you if you sometimes struggle to find focus before sitting down to write.
In today’s episode we are discussing word games and how they can be a great warm up before you sit down to start writing. Word games can be brilliant for getting in the writing zone but are also useful for improving your vocabulary and spelling.
*Which games are best for a quick warm up and getting in the zone?
*Which games are best for improving your vocabulary and spelling?
Not just for passing the time or general hilarity, word games can really help focus the mind and educate your brain to help you become a more focused and skilled writer.
Resources
The word games we discuss this week and where you can find them!
- Wordle - https://nytimes.com/games/wordle (free)
- Waffle - www.wafflegame.net (free)
- Scrabble - App Store - Scrabble Go (free)
- Boggle - find at all good stores! (Hasbro) - Boogle and Travel Boggle (rrp £10.99)
- Crosswords - most newspapers and online (£ free to various)
- Poetry for Neanderthals (by Exploding Kittens) - (rrp £19.99)
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Minnie McBride - https://www.linkedin.com/in/minniemcbride
Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this new podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode so that we can help you become better writers for your business.
In this show we explore some fun ways that we can set ourselves up for success and get into a writing frame of mind, before we sit down to tackle the big projects of the day.
This episode is for you if you sometimes struggle to find your writing focus.
Word games can be brilliant for getting in the writing zone but are also useful for improving your vocabulary and spelling.
- Which games are best for a quick warm up and getting in the zone?
- Which games are best for improving your vocabulary and spelling?
Not just for passing the time or general hilarity, word games can really help focus the mind and educate your brain to help you become a more focused and skilled writer. Resources The word games we discuss this week and where you can find them!
- Wordle - https://nytimes.com/games/wordle (free)
- Waffle - www.wafflegame.net (free)
- Scrabble - App Store - Scrabble Go (free)
- Boggle - find at all good stores! (Hasbro) - Boogle and Travel Boggle (rrp £10.99)
- Crosswords - most newspapers and online (£ free to various)
- Poetry for Neanderthals (by Exploding Kittens) - (rrp £19.99)
Contact us
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Email: hello@crackingcopy.co.uk
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Ella Hoyos and Minnie McBride are co-hosts of this new podcast. We are professional copywriters and marketers. We deep dive into a different aspect of copywriting in each ‘snack-sized’ episode and hope, along the way, to help you become better writers for your business.
Hello world! Welcome to Cracking Copy. In this short episode, you'll get the lowdown on what you can expect from us in this new show about writing for business. Lean in and listen up - we can't wait to get to know you!