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Lessons / Module 5: Persuasive Writing

Ethical persuasion

2 min read

Copy is powerful, and writers have responsibilities. Treating readers honestly is the right thing to do, and it's also good business, because customers who feel misled ask for refunds, leave reviews and don't come back.

In this lesson

  • The basic test
  • Lines not to cross
  • The law also applies
  • Persuading without shame
  • When a client asks for something you're not comfortable with
  • An exercise to write up, with feedback on your answer
  • Takeaways

The rest is part of Sealis Projects

The full lesson, every lesson's exercise, the six client projects, written feedback and your portfolio come with Sealis Projects: A$29.99 one-off, with no subscription. Studio accounts include it.