white papers and case studies

Smart Instructional Design, Part II: Organize for Optimal Learning

26 May 2016

Once you’ve landed on what (content) you’re presenting, to whom (audience) and why (purpose), you can then begin preparing how (structure). Planning course structure: the model matters There are dozens of good models on which to base your online-learning program. (First, consider that the model you use to present material is different from the platform…

Writing for the Tech and Startup Industries

20 May 2016

When I initially pitched the idea of writing about tech and startup writing, I got a lot of pushback. “Are these two industries even related?” “How can you write about discrete industries together?” The questions went on and on. But really, both industries require the same skill: the ability to communicate new and/or complex ideas…

Writing for the Education and Nonprofit Industries

11 May 2016

From a marketing communications perspective, writing for “education” encompasses many types of organizations and businesses. These include K–12 schools, institutions of higher education and other learning organizations; academic, research and development organizations; curriculum developers and publishers; developers of e-learning tools and solutions; as well as nonprofits. Businesses that support charities or engage in community-involvement work…

Writing Tips for the Food Industry | Food-Related Content

03 May 2016

As a food writer who spends a large portion of her time developing, testing and editing recipes, I’ve worked my way through hundreds, maybe even thousands, of recipes, some notably better than others. Sure, a stunning hero shot might be what draws most people in initially (see: Instagram or Pinterest). But unless the copy is…

Writing for the Beauty Industry

27 April 2016

Whenever anyone hears that I write for the beauty industry, the first thing I hear is, “What a fun job!” And they’re absolutely right…sort of. Beauty can be a notoriously challenging vertical to write for. It’s tricky for potential customers to look at a tube of lipstick or a vial of serum and understand whether…

B2B and B2C Writing Tips for Real Estate Clients

22 April 2016

Tell people you write about real estate, and they assume you’re hammering out crafty copy that homebuyers must interpret when sifting through dozens of residential property listings. “Cozy” equals “cramped.” “Convenient location” means “the freeway runs right through your backyard.” And “handyman special” translates as “You will absolutely empty your bank account making this thing…

Wordsmithie Writes for Industry Specific Audiences

13 April 2016

We’ve built the Wordsmithie blog around sharing our ideas for creating effective content that engages audiences and sparks brands. This includes the nuts ‘n’ bolts of good, customer-centric writing and storytelling; how to make the editing, design and production process go smoothly; as well as do’s and don’ts for working with an agency. We’ve reported…

Case studies, White Papers and E-books (Oh My!)

12 February 2015

Choosing the right medium for your message Wordsmithie clients have a lot to say, and it’s our pleasure to help them develop articles for their blogs, websites and email newsletters. When they want to extend their industry knowledge and expertise into more in-depth pieces, we help them go long, too. Long or short, it’s important…

Choosing Information Graphics for Case Studies and White Papers

29 January 2015

Case studies and white papers—particularly in the tech world—increasingly rely on well-designed information graphics. When looking to articulate your data visually in a paper, there are a few things to keep in mind. What’s the point? White papers and case studies exist to explain and persuade. How will the infographics you include contribute to that…

3 Keys to a Useful White Paper

22 January 2015

We provide a lot of copywriting here at Wordsmithie, for projects ranging from case studies to email blasts to web pages. White papers are particularly challenging. A white paper provides your point of view on a topic that’s important to both you and your customers or clients. It helps build or enhance your credibility. Here…