A book of formulas and techniques for creating successful advertising, designed for small business owners. Covers open letters and advertorials, headlines, using illustrations and photos, tips on writing ad copy, using testimonials and guarantees, direct mail, Yellow Pages tips, and radio and tv ads. Includes worksheets and checklists. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

A book of formulas and techniques for creating successful advertising, designed for small business owners. Covers open letters and advertorials, headlines, using illustrations and photos, tips on writing ad copy, using testimonials and guarantees, direct mail, Yellow Pages tips, and radio and tv ads. Includes worksheets and checklists. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Selecting target markets; Analyzing target markets; Rating target markets; Developing sales plan.

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Examines the history, appeal, strategy, and likely future of the 30- minute advertisements, which target more than just the bored and insomniac. Provides step-by-step formulas to help determine whether or not an infomercial is the right marketing approach for a particular company's product, goals, and budget. Chapters cover topics such as identifying target audience, producing an infomercial, financial realities, and inbound telemarketing. Includes a glossary. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

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