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Sell a program with a single email?
Lauren Van Mullem Lauren Van Mullem

Sell a program with a single email?

Can you sell a program without a website or even a sales page? YES YOU CAN — when you have a sales email that speaks from the heart with a LOT of clarity.

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What is “Conversion Copy”?
Lauren Van Mullem Lauren Van Mullem

What is “Conversion Copy”?

I’ve got a long history with conversion copy. In fact, I used to have “Conversion Copywriter” as my primary descriptor on LinkedIn and my website with certificates to prove it. I used to think that was important. I don’t anymore.

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5 Copywriting Formulas for Better Conversion Copy (and why some Freebie opt-ins SUCK)
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5 Copywriting Formulas for Better Conversion Copy (and why some Freebie opt-ins SUCK)

As I write this, I’m on minute 16 of a Freebie Opt-In “Masterclass” from one of the biggest copywriters in my niche - it promises to teach you “The 5 Must-Have copywriting formulas that will double your sales.” But I haven’t seen any formulas yet (now 20 minutes in).  I don’t want to call out another copywriter, because that’s not kind. But I am sick to death of Freebie Opt-ins that promise high value, and then wedge it into a few minutes in the middle of a LONG sales pitch…

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How can I support you?
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How can I support you?

Coronavirus has us on lockdown here in San Diego, and while I'm feeling isolated, I'm not feeling alone! We're in a collective pickle, and I'm feeling very 1940s Wartime these days. Make do and mend! Keep Calm and Carry On! Make jam! But mostly, I want to help my neighbors - you all - in any way I can. Because we all have to pull together right now. I find myself asking many of my friends "How can I support you?" And you're my friends, so I'd like to ask you the same thing…

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Show Me the Damn PRICE

Show Me the Damn PRICE

On my way to the bathroom in Nordstrom: "Oooh, look at the 1940s throwback!" Sales pages: I'm calling you OUT. I just read a sales page that was not only written by one (or two) of the best copywriters in North America, but was written FOR copywriters - to go to a copywriter convention. The long-form sales page followed all the rules. It's eye-catchingly colorfulThe header copy makes a big, bold promise that speaks to a HUGE (and deeply desired) benefit…

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