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Level up your copywriting w/ Sam Parr | E2226
DID YOU KNOW… most of the tried and true techniques devised by marketing gurus in the ‘40s and ‘50s still apply today? On TWiST, we’re joined by online marketing expert Sam Parr, host of “My First Million” and founder of Hampton. He’s sharing all of his top tips and tricks for making your writing more compelling, and converting your readers into new customers. In this essential pod for any and all founders, hear Jason and Sam run down their list of the best-ever marketing books, why there’s no such this as “too long” only “too uninteresting,” when to use AI and when to rely on your own brain, why you’re the average of your five best friends, and lots more deep insights.
Key Points
- Sam Parr emphasizes the enduring effectiveness of long-form copy in sales, countering the belief that it no longer works.
- Jason Calacanis and Sam Parr discuss the importance of clear, simple writing and how tools like Grammarly and Hemingway can improve writing quality.
- Hampton, Sam Parr's latest venture, is a high-end, in-person networking community for founders, emphasizing the value of personal connections and shared experiences.
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