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Category Archives: Copywriting and technology
The ‘dark matter’ of new words to be uncovered
Neglected new words to be captured in Harvard's digital 'fossil record'
Posted in Copywriting and technology Tagged Language development, Language miscellany Comments closed
Do you speak Apple? Or Microsoft?
Good language may not be directly linked to good profits. But it sure helps spread the love.
New online community map puts words in their place
It's neither serious nor scientific, but XKCD's cartoon cartographic take on the new world of words should pique the interest of anyone in the business of writing.
When more is less
One of the secrets of good copywriting is knowing when to stop.


Social media in B2B: trivia or treasure trove?