What NOT to say

Susan Gunelius, an advertising columnist for Entrepreneur.com, posts a piece on MSNBC.com about the top 10 words to avoid in your advertising in 2009. Her advice – which frankly should apply anytime, not just in 2009 – will help anyone tasked with writing copy to promote a business. So check it out here.

Top 10 Advertising Words to Avoid

  1. Free
  2. Guarantee
  3. Really
  4. Very
  5. That
  6. A Lot
  7. Opportunity
  8. To Be (or any variation thereof)
  9. Synergy
  10. “Drinkability”

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2 Responses to What NOT to say

  1. Cindy, I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed my article! Thanks for the mention!

  2. Cindy Harris says:

    Susan – you\’re welcome. Thought you said it better than I could…good tips!

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