“Funny” Copy – No Laughing Matter?
Should you leave the comedy to the comedians? Is earnest discourse and straight-down-the-line clarity the only way to create content that really speaks to readers? Or are spinning bowties as important to the writer as the pen?
No, I’m Not Going to Read Your Blog
You're desperate for me to read your blog. I can tell.
But guess what? You may as well stop wasting my time and yours, because it'll be a cold day in hell before I read your blog post.
Was My Copyblogger Guest Post a Failure?
You may not have heard, but on February 22nd I had a guest slot on probably the most prominent copywriting blog in the world. But did I reap the benefits that guest posting is supposed to bring?
Sheen On, You Crazy Diamond
Charlie Sheen. Madman or genius? Unhinged drug user or philosopher extraordinaire?
That's the most important question of the day. And I think you all know what the answer is. He's a genius, and he's going to make you a better blogger.
How You’re Killing Your Credibility With List Posts
Those of you who write three or more list posts a month aren't going to like this, so I suggest you skip to the end and leave an angry comment. But if you're worried about providing great content, building a solid reputation, or just not coming across as a fool, you need to move on....
I’m Guesting on Copyblogger Today
If you're looking for some great advice on how to mess up your big guest posting opportunity, you're in luck. I've used my big guest posting opportunity over at Copyblogger to explain how you too can blow your big chance.
Hopefully I've not blown my big chance in the process.
The Tea Drinker’s Guide to Brewing Up a Great Blog Post
Writing a blog post and making a great cup of tea are skills that everyone should have. And once you know the secrets of making tea, you'll find that writing blog posts isn't as difficult as you first thought...
What Being a Leeds United Fan Can Teach You About Writing
Football and writing, two of my favourite things. Amongst the angst, the heartbreak and the freezing cold Tuesday night defeats at Elland Road I've learnt stuff. Things that you won't pick up at Old Trafford.
Because there are some lessons that only Leeds United can teach.
Welcome to 2011 – Happy New Year from Unmemorable Title
Is it 2011 already? Seems like just yesterday that we'd started 2010 with the very best of intentions. So while you shake off that January 1st headache, read up on some of the best bits from the last 12 months...
Unmemorable Title – Now 100% Shinier
Unmemorable Title - fresher, shinier and less horribly ugly than before. And to celebrate, Andy's unleashed a cavalcade of cliches to upset and dismay you.
Blogging About Blogging – A Horror Story
Someone wants to make money blogging. So they write a blog about how they think they can make money blogging. The next person latches on, swallows down the original idea and deposits a version onto their blog, drained of even more charm, originality and quality....
The Manchester Blog Awards are Here Again
Ladies and Gentlemen, it’s that time of year again – The Manchester Blog Awards are here and there’s less than 24 hours before voting closes. Unfortunately, I’ve not had a chance to go over all of the nominations this year (unlike the 2009 Manchester Blog Awards), but there’s one blog in particular that I think...
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