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Questions your copywriter should ask you

Passing your website or brochure copy over to a copywriter may be a great weight off your mind, but it’s important to make sure they have all the information they need. After all, you want content that will put your competition firmly in the shade. A copywriter needs to understand…
Lesley
May 15, 2017
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The power of persuasion

or Coaxing out the Cash Designed by Freepik Writing for a charity is a double-edged sword.  There is always a fascinating story to tell, from the amazing work the charity does, to its inventive fundraising initiatives. The human angle is easy to find.  But charities, like any other organisation, face…
Lesley
April 20, 2017
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A Day in the Life – Lesley Hussell

I may have swapped the frenetic activity of Fleet Street for the beautiful Hampshire countryside but some things never change at the start of my working day.  The first thing I always do is check the news headlines. It’s an old habit from my life as a journalist, but also…
Lesley
March 15, 2017
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The art of simplicity

You’ve slaved hard over a piece of writing and taken care to eliminate the jargon only to be told by the boss or a kindly critic that you’ve dumbed it down too much ... and the writing needs to be more technical to show the world that you are the…
Lesley
February 28, 2017
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This is my moment

Credit - ABC/Adam Taylor   The awards season is in full swing and while the papers will be full of celebrities in the latest designer gowns on red carpets, there’s also growing anticipation about what cutting political statement or faux pas the winners may come out with on the podium.…
Lesley
February 10, 2017