Archive for the ‘website content’ Category

Don’t even think about writing for the web

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009

So in the last post I talked about my recent website research project and all the bad websites I ran into throughout the process. And it got me thinking.

What websites really need is better copy. And I don’t say that because I’m a writer.

The sad truth is that – in very general terms – the quality of web writing and copy is mediocre at best. I’m not calling for elegant prose. What I’m saying is that what your website reveals – in clear, well-placed words – influences what people think of you, your product, your company.

Content creation flaws

Friday, October 2nd, 2009

So I have been doing some research over the past month in preparation for a new site I will be launching. And I hate to have to say it, but there are A LOT of bad websites out there. (No I will not featuring any in particular!).

What I am going to do though is share some big time NOs NOs in case any of you are in the midst of a project or considering a site revamp.

How to create more, more and more copy and content for your website and blog

Monday, November 3rd, 2008

The key to creating content (copy) for your website, blog and press materials is to consider your audience.

You must give your readers fresh, useful, newsworthy information that they’ll use.

  • Determine what topics will interest them.