Other relevant resources

1. How to write by Ogilvy

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2. Write with your eraser

You get $100 for every word you rub out of the copy.

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3. Kill adverbs. Kill adjectives

They're flowery. They're vague. They try too hard.

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4. Write scannable copy

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5. Avoid passive voice

It's indirect and awkward.

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