If you’re currently running cold traffic, you already know how hard it is turning ice cold clicks into red hot buyers.
The good news is that, while people are bombarded with 5,000 ads or more per day, most advertorial copywriting is TRASH.
Most advertorials are either too hypey, too boring or they fail to motivate the reader to take action.
The good news is that you have an opportunity to standout with compelling advertorials that feature emotional storytelling, unique compelling angles and the “newness” factor that differentiates your product.
Over the last 16 years I’ve written advertorials for all sorts of niches and styles, from longform advertorials for supplements to short listicles for gadgets.
So whatever your product, I can provide you with advertorial copywriting that will help skyrocket your profits.
“If you’re looking to boost sales skyward with your promotions, look no further than Matt Ambrose. Matt’s ability to write powerful, persuasive health copy has helped him create a string of successful promos for the clients who’ve been fortunate enough to work with him. His years of experience have given him a deep knowledge of and passion for the health market. He’s also developed a mastery of writing copy that sells like hotcakes while staying compliant. But that’s not all. When you hire Matt, you get more than a top-notch health copywriter. You also get someone who understands marketing and the latest tactics that are working online to make your promotions even more effective. I highly recommend you consider Matt for your next copywriting project and, if he’s available, book him as fast as you can!” — Kim Krause Schwalm, A-List Copywriter and Copy Mentor
The “awareness scale” is the mental journey your reader has to take from knowing nothing about your product to buying.
The “awareness scale” goes a little something like this…
Completely unaware – They don’t even know they have a problem to solve, and they know nothing about your product or company. This is the hardest prospect to crack, but also represents the largest potential market.
Problem aware – They know they have a problem to solve but are clueless on how to solve it.
Solution aware – They know how to solve their problem but don’t know what’s the best option. They’ve likely tried other products but been disappointed by the results, or they need convincing to try a new solution.
Completely aware – They know about your product and how it solves their problem. All you need to do is make an offer they can’t refuse.
Unless your advertorial takes them along this journey it has a snowball in hell’s chance of converting. And it’s a key reason why many advertorials fail.
So when plotting out your advertorial copywriting, you firstly need to identify where your target customer is on the “awareness scale”.
Secondly, you need to plot out all the information you’d need to share to move them to the “completely aware” stage to ready to buy.
Think about sitting next to someone in a bar and hearing about a problem they have…
Then think about what you’d need to tell them to convince them why nothing they’ve tried until now has worked, why a new discovery has made new solutions possible and why your product is the best option.
Because ultimately that’s what makes advertorial copywriting powerful…
Not clever wordplay or witty metaphors…
But a compelling argument that makes buying the only sensible option.
One of the secrets to an advertorial’s selling power is that it doesn’t look like an advert.
If you’ve ever clicked on any of those interesting looking “Sponsored Content” articles at the bottom of the CNN website, or on reputable sites like Forbes or the Weather channel, you’ve likely found yourself reading an advertorial without even realizing it.
Advertorials typically fall into one of the following categories:
Then when people click through and land on the advertorial they’re presented with a page that looks and reads like an informative article.
After people have clicked on the ad, your advertorial needs to deliver on providing further info related to the ad they clicked on…
Info that moves them further along the “awareness scale”…
AND info that makes them ready to buy by the end.
Now the key here is to build their interest in the solution slowly.
You don’t want them to realize too quickly you have something to sell.
Otherwise their skepticism will shoot up, along with their mental barriers to buying.
Instead, plot your advertorial like a mini sales letter with these elements:
Want to know the best way of sharing all this info?
With an emotionally captivating story!
No doubt about it…
Telling stories is the best way to capture and hold people’s interest and trigger the emotional state that will motivate them to buy.
Remember, you’re competing with Facebook, YouTube and people’s favorite magazine for attention.
So if you want to win the war for people’s eyeballs, there’s no better way than telling a riveting story about their problem, like the ones you find in lifestyle magazines like Woman’s World, rather than a dry sales pitch.
Here are my tips on how to make your stories memorable, captivating and emotionally interesting for the reader:
I’d love to say that all you need to do is implement all the advertorial copywriting tips I’ve shared and you’ll hit a home run every time…
But life is never that simple.
As with all forms of advertising, success comes from creating multiple versions of your advertorial and testing to see which does best.
The good news is that you can test your ideas, themes and hooks as Facebook ads.
This allows you to see what engages and resonates with your audience before creating an advertorial with all the bells and whistles.
I recommend testing 5-15 different themes. This could advertorials with different characters, different emergency situations and targeting different audiences.
Common themes for advertorials also include:
You could also bump up the highest performing themes and ideas to your main sales page, or make them the focus of your entire campaign.
In fact, this is why I always advise clients to test their ideas as Facebook ads or emails to their list before they create a promotion.
Getting feedback early can save a lot of time and money on a campaign that doesn’t resonate and plummets like a skydiver without a parachute.
“I found Matt randomly on Google a couple of years ago when looking for a video sales letter copywriter. We’ve been working with him ever since and he’s become a valuable asset for our agency. All my team needs to do is send him a Skype message or email with the product we want to promote and he does the rest. He always delivers on time and writes great quality copy. In fact, we even hired him to write the copy for our website, so that tells you all you need to know.”
“Matt has worked on a number of projects for A4D, writing VSLs, advertorials and landing pages. This includes a VSL for the PowerChute golf training aid which, after some fine tuning, is on course to be a million dollar selling promotion.”
“We work with Matt regularly on video scripts for our tech clients. As is the nature with creative work, quite often what we’re looking for can change and evolve before we get to the finished product. However, Matt never complains, takes on board any feedback and provides a fast turnaround, even at weekends.”
“Everything about Matt’s work and his approach to it is commendable. His copy is clear, sprightly and a joy to read – even when covering complex subjects. He is highly disciplined about meeting deadlines and very proactive with ideas and responding to queries. I have no hesitation in recommending Matt for any copywriting work you require, and I am certain you will quickly discover he is an excellent researcher and writer, as well as a conscientious, friendly person with whom to do business.”
“We auditioned five copywriters and and Matt’s work was easily the best. Just as important is that his turnaround time for projects is quick and he is reliable. Our sales pages now look and read incredibly well and sales have improved because of it. We now outsource all of our copywriting to Matt on a regular basis and we couldn’t be happier.”
An advertorial is a type of advertisement that’s written and designed to appear like editorial content. In other words, it’s designed to look like an article you’d read in a magazine. While it legally has to be labelled “Advertorial” at the top and carry a disclaimer, many people are unaware that it’s actually an advertisement. This allows it to swoop under people’s anti-advertising radar and present compelling content that keeps people reading before presenting the product.
There are many factors involved in pricing how much an advertorial copywriter costs. This includes the advertorial length, complexity of the topic and the copywriter’s experience. You can find ballpark figures of what an advertorial copywriter may charge on the AWAI website. A standard industry rate is typically $1 per word.
There are many approaches to writing advertorials. While my preferred form is as an emotionally charged story, advertorials can also be written from the perspective of an industry reporter, a skeptical reviewer or as a listicle.
An advertorial is a form of advertisement in a newspaper, magazine or a website which presents information about a product in the form of an article. Because advertorials are designed to appear and read like articles, they tend to face less skepticism from readers and can convert more highly than a straight sales pitch.
Advertorial copywriting is a type of writing that is used to promote a product or service. This type of writing is usually found in magazines or online, and it often takes the form of an article that looks like news but is actually an advertisement. Advertorials are written by professional copywriters who know how to sell a product without making it seem like an advert.
If you’re looking for a advertorial copywriter, there are a few things you should keep in mind. First, you want to make sure that the copywriter has experience with this type of writing. Second, you’ll want to find someone who understands your target audience and knows how to appeal to them.
An advertorial copywriter is responsible for creating advertorial content that is both informative and persuasive. This content must be well-written and accurate, as well as interesting enough to hold the reader’s attention. The ultimate goal of advertorial copywriting is to convince the reader to take a specific action, such as buying a product or signing up for a service.
Yes, advertorial copywriting is generally well-paid. This is because it is a skill that takes time and practice to perfect. In addition, advertorial copywriters must be able to understand the needs of their clients and the target audience, and then craft content that meets those needs.
There are several benefits to advertorial copywriting. First, advertorials can be highly effective in promoting a product or service. They are also relatively inexpensive to produce, and they can reach a large audience through magazines and online publications. Finally, advertorials can be customized to target a specific audience, making them more effective than general advertising.
If you’re looking for a way to promote your product or service, advertorial copywriting may be the perfect solution. With its ability to reach a wide audience and its low cost, advertorial copywriting is an effective marketing tool that any business can use.
There are no specific qualifications needed to be an advertorial copywriter. However, it is important to have excellent writing skills and a good understanding of marketing. In addition, advertorial copywriters must be able to understand the needs of their clients and the target audience, and then craft content that meets those needs.
If you’re interested in becoming an advertorial copywriter, the best way to start is by honing your writing skills and gaining some experience in marketing. Once you have these basics down, you’ll be well on your way to success in this field.
There is no specific degree required to be an advertorial copywriter. However, it is important to have excellent writing skills and a good understanding of marketing. In addition, advertorial copywriters must be able to understand the needs of their clients and the target audience, and then craft content that meets those needs.
If you’re interested in becoming an advertorial copywriter, the best way to start is by honing your writing skills and gaining some experience in marketing. Once you have these basics down, you’ll be well on your way to success in this field.
There is no specific degree required to be an advertorial copywriter. However, it is important to have excellent writing skills and a good understanding of marketing. In addition, advertorial copywriters must be able to understand the needs of their clients and the target audience, and then craft content that meets those needs.
Here are some tips for advertorial copywriting:
• Understand the needs of your client and the target audience.
• Write clear and concise copy that is easy to read and understand.
• Use persuasive language to encourage the reader to take action.
• Make sure your advertorial is well-designed and visually appealing.
• Test different versions of your advertorial to see what works best.
