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Lessons / Module 5: Persuasive Writing

Emotional and rational persuasion

2 min read

People like to think they make decisions with logic alone. In practice, most choices involve both feeling and reason. Good copy gives the reader both: a reason to want it and a justification they can feel comfortable with.

In this lesson

  • Emotion creates interest
  • Reason supports the decision
  • Balancing the two
  • Emotion without manipulation
  • An exercise to write up, with feedback on your answer
  • Takeaways

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