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#181: Content | B2B Copywriting 101 with Will Hoekenga, Founder of Six Words Studio
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Dave sits down with Will Hoekenga, seasoned copywriter and messaging consultant for B2B SaaS brands and founder of Six Words Studio. Will shares his expertise on crafting copy for high-value web pages, like homepages and product pages, that drive conversions and speak directly to customer’s needs.
Dave and Will cover:
- The importance of clear positioning and how it can make or break the effectiveness of your web copy.
- Why collaboration between design and copywriting is critical for creating a customer-driven page structure that leads to conversions.
- How to write web copy that differentiates your brand from competitors using unique, customer-centric language, moving beyond generic industry buzzwords.
Timestamps
- (00:00) - - Intro to Will
- (05:54) - - Why Having A Dedicated Copywriter Is Not A More Common Hire
- (09:43) - - How to Write Web Copy That Makes Your Brand Stand Out Among Competitors
- (14:26) - - Simplifying Product Positioning with the CUB Framework (Confusing, Unbelievable, Boring)
- (19:26) - Recognizing Your Product’s Differentiation
- (23:46) - - How To Enhance Positioning and Structure with Voice and Tone
- (24:45) - - 37signals' Example and Inspiration
- (32:31) - - How to Collaborate on Design With Your Team
- (34:34) - - Why You Should Optimize Copy with Social Proof
- (39:43) - - How To Ask Customers Deep Product Questions
- (44:29) - - How To Highlight Non-Negotiable Features When Outlining Product Benefits
- (49:59) - - Content Structuring
- (51:51) - - Embracing Imperfection in Writing
- (54:31) - - Tips For Getting Inspired
Send guest pitches and ideas to hi@exitfive.com
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- They give you unlimited podcast editing and strategy for your B2B podcast.
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- Visit hatch.fm to learn more
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Manage episode 443312660 series 3290771
Dave sits down with Will Hoekenga, seasoned copywriter and messaging consultant for B2B SaaS brands and founder of Six Words Studio. Will shares his expertise on crafting copy for high-value web pages, like homepages and product pages, that drive conversions and speak directly to customer’s needs.
Dave and Will cover:
- The importance of clear positioning and how it can make or break the effectiveness of your web copy.
- Why collaboration between design and copywriting is critical for creating a customer-driven page structure that leads to conversions.
- How to write web copy that differentiates your brand from competitors using unique, customer-centric language, moving beyond generic industry buzzwords.
Timestamps
- (00:00) - - Intro to Will
- (05:54) - - Why Having A Dedicated Copywriter Is Not A More Common Hire
- (09:43) - - How to Write Web Copy That Makes Your Brand Stand Out Among Competitors
- (14:26) - - Simplifying Product Positioning with the CUB Framework (Confusing, Unbelievable, Boring)
- (19:26) - Recognizing Your Product’s Differentiation
- (23:46) - - How To Enhance Positioning and Structure with Voice and Tone
- (24:45) - - 37signals' Example and Inspiration
- (32:31) - - How to Collaborate on Design With Your Team
- (34:34) - - Why You Should Optimize Copy with Social Proof
- (39:43) - - How To Ask Customers Deep Product Questions
- (44:29) - - How To Highlight Non-Negotiable Features When Outlining Product Benefits
- (49:59) - - Content Structuring
- (51:51) - - Embracing Imperfection in Writing
- (54:31) - - Tips For Getting Inspired
Send guest pitches and ideas to hi@exitfive.com
Join the Exit Five Newsletter here: https://www.exitfive.com/newsletter
Check out the Exit Five job board: https://jobs.exitfive.com/
Become an Exit Five member: https://community.exitfive.com/checkout/exit-five-membership
***
Today's episode is brought to you by Customer.io.
You know that feeling when you open your inbox, and it’s just… noise? Bad marketing. Spam. Most companies are out here just talking at customers, not talking to them.
Marketing messages should do more than just land in an inbox – they should create impact and drive real engagement.
Customer.io helps companies send smarter, more personalized messages using first-party data. Their platform enables brands to reach customers at the right time, in the right place, on the right channel—whether that’s email, SMS, push notifications, or beyond.
And the best part is that it’s all automated, so you’re not just blasting campaigns and hoping for the best. You’re running a machine that delivers real, human engagement at scale.
7,000+ brands already trust Customer.io to make their marketing feel less like noise and more like connection.
Join them by visiting Customer.io to get started.
***
Thanks to my friends at hatch.fm for producing this episode and handling all of the Exit Five podcast production.
- They give you unlimited podcast editing and strategy for your B2B podcast.
- Get unlimited podcast editing and on-demand strategy for one low monthly cost. Just upload your episode, and they take care of the rest.
- Visit hatch.fm to learn more
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