Have you ever felt as though you’re giving it your all when writing about your products or services, but readers (ones you know would make perfect customers) just don’t seem to ‘get it’? You could be falling foul of the ‘blank stare’ – here’s how to avoid it.

Hit Publish
Amy Harrison shares winning tips and techniques for the beginning to intermediate-level online marketer. If you want to succeed as a digital marketer, but don't yet know enough to put all the pieces together, Amy has your back.
Converting Content: How Long is Long Enough? How to Know if You’re Turning Perfect Customers Away
If you’ve ever written content and wondered ‘how long should it be and what should I include?’ this episode is for you.
This week we’re talking about how long your content should be. How much information do you need to give your reader to encourage them to sign up, buy, get in touch or take action? How much content is too much and is there such a thing? Should you use jargon, or assume that your reader knows what you’re talking about?
How to Use ‘Butterfly Moments’ in Your Content to Captivate Customers
How do you write about what you do so that it: a) sells the value of what you do, b) doesn’t sound over the top, and c) doesn’t sound like everyone else? Introducing the 4-Step copywriting technique known as: ‘Butterfly Moments’ …
Why Interactive Content is Easy-to-Create and Puts Your Business Firmly in the Spotlight
Ever wished you had a ‘stand-out’ piece of content? Something that people loved to share and reference and made you look like a superstar? The answer is easier than you think …
How to Use Envy (Ethically) in Your Sales Copy
Using envy is a powerful copywriting technique to help your customer find the motivation to accept your offer. But some marketers have overused and abused this approach (pictures of ridiculous speedboats, anyone?) Don’t be put off, not only should can you use envy to make your copy more persuasive, you owe it to your customer to do so …
Email Etiquette: How to Delight Your Newsletter Readers Each and Every Time
If you send an email newsletter but worry you might be making mistakes or getting on people’s nerves, this episode is for you …
3 Practical Content Conversion Tactics That Actually Work Today (and Where You Can Find Even More)
Ever wondered if those content tips you read a few years back are still relevant today? I’ve only just returned from a conference of conversion experts who spilled the beans on what tactics are working right this minute. And I want to share them with you …
How to Use Humor in Content (Without Looking Like a Clown)
Have a sense of humor? Want to try a lighter style of marketing without looking like an idiot? Today’s episode is for you [warning: my voice sounds ridiculous …]
How Local Businesses Can Use Content To Build Buzz About Their Brand
If you are a small business working in a specific geographical location, can you still benefit from hitting publish and creating content to market your business? The answer is yes, and I have some specific ways to help you build your local profile through content.
How to Use Emotional Content to Engage, Inspire, and Persuade
Do you know which emotions will get your reader’s attention and pull them into your content? If not, how do you pin them down? And then once you’ve identified them, what do you do with them? All will be revealed in today’s Hit Publish.
5 Ways to Write More, Faster, and With Less Stress
This week we’re talking momentum and productivity tricks. If you’ve ever found things getting in the way of your flow when you write, and wish you could get more out of your writing time, this episode is for you …
How to Write Multiple Magnetic Tweets About Any Content (Without Being Repetitive)
If you’re using social media channels such as Twitter to promote your content, then this show is for you. This week we’re looking at different ways you can ‘beef up your tweets’ and write multiple updates to promote just one post (without sounding boring or repetitive).
So You Hit Publish… Now What? 9 Simple Ways to Get More Readers Once Your Content is Live
If you don’t have a system in place for promoting your content, you’re really missing out. Fortunately, I’ve got you covered …
The ‘Magic’ Words That Make Your Media Content Pop With Authority and Expertise
This week we’re looking at the words and phrases you can use to make your content stand out with confidence. You’ll learn some techniques for turning timid writing into copy written by a trusted expert.
How to Get Offline Customers Engaged With Your Online Marketing
Can digital marketing work even if your target market isn’t your typical ‘online audience’? You bet, but it all relies on knowing what to write about and where to publish your content …
How to Conduct Podcast Interviews Like a Pro
This week I invited expert podcaster Jon Nastor to the Hit Publish house where he shares his top tips for growing an engaged audience through podcast interviews.
5 Simple Steps for Creating Content, Even When Life Gets in The Way
If you’re about to start a content marketing strategy for your business and you’re wondering how to keep showing up consistently, or you’re already struggling with sporadic publishing habits, this episode is for you …
3 Tips for Getting Your Content Seen (by Even the Busiest Readers)
Millions of pieces of content are published every minute. Listen in to see how you can steal an advantage and make sure yours get noticed …
[Important Broadcast] Critical Information About The Hit Publish Podcast
Big changes are afoot – tune in to find out more …
There are important changes and updates that you need to know about …
4 Content and Copywriting Techniques to Build a Loyal Fan Base for Your Business
Today we’re talking about how to use copywriting and content techniques to make your readers and customers feel close to you, your brand and business. How can you make them feel like part of a special ‘insider’ club without excluding new people? Crack this and you’ll build a loyal fan base who stay tuned to everything you do.
How to Write a High-Converting Sign-up Page for Your Email Newsletter
On this week’s episode we’re going to look at how to craft a high-converting sign-up page for your email newsletter. You’re going to hear tips from conversion experts as well as a Hit Publish Proof segment from someone whose sign-up page converts 15-20 new sign-ups every day.
Joe Pulizzi Reveals The Content Marketing Strategies You Need to Succeed in 2016
It’s a special episode of Hit Publish featuring an interview with Joe Pulizzi, founder of The Content Marketing Institute and author of Content Inc. He gives you practical advice for attracting and building an audience around your business in 2016. Best of all, it might surprise you to discover that what you really need to do, is easier than you might think (especially if you’re a small business). Cue a sigh of content marketing relief …
How To Get Customers to Say Yes to Your Offer
People love and trust experts, but sometimes being an expert in your content field actually makes it harder for your customer to accept your offer. Here’s how to make sure that doesn’t happen.
So You Hit Publish… Now What? 9 Simple Ways to Get More Readers Once Your Content is Live
If you don’t have a system in place for promoting your content, you’re really missing out. Fortunately, I’ve got you covered …
5 Simple Steps for Creating Content, Even When Life Gets in The Way
If you’re about to start a content marketing strategy for your business and you’re wondering how to keep showing up consistently, or you’re already struggling with sporadic publishing habits, this episode is for you …
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