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Copy brief and headline worksheet

From the lesson Website Copywriting

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Work through each step on paper or on screen. Use a real business, a project of your own or a friend’s idea. Keep this page for your portfolio.

1Rewrite a paragraph of vague copy.

2Add a clear call to action.

3Use the copy brief and headline worksheet.

Worked example to compare with: Rewriting a hero section

  • Before: "Welcome to Green Thumb Landscaping. We offer many landscaping services."
  • Questions to answer: who is this for, what is the benefit and what should the visitor do?
  • After headline: "A lawn you will be proud of, without giving up your weekends."
  • After subhead: "Weekly mowing and seasonal care for homes in Ottawa. Get a free quote in 24 hours."
  • After button: "Get my free quote".
  • Check: a visitor should know what you do and what to do next within five seconds.

Check yourself

  • I can explain "Website Copywriting" in one sentence.
  • I used a real business or project, not just an idea.
  • I know what I will do next, and by when.

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