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3 October 2018

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Aime Cox

Founder of Studio Cotton

Aime is utterly obsessed with sharing heaps of small business and website advice that’s easy to action

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I’m about to make your life so darn easy right now. I’m about to give you six beautifully curated questions that will shape a killer About Page biography.

Before I do that, I want you to make me one promise: you won’t think too hard.

I’m a massive over-thinker, and, like most people, can be paralysed by the demand of making the very best decision.

We’re not going to do that today. Instead, we’re going to brain-dump our answers, and when our brains are suitably empty, we’ll polish and stitch that pish together.

So here are the ultimate personal-yet-professional questions, with some of my refined(ish) Studio Cotton answers, to inspire you on sculpting your perfect About Page.

1. How would you introduce yourself in one sentence?

I am Aime Cox and I run Studio Cotton, a lovely web design studio in the centre of Bristol.

2. How did you get your mad skills or big break?

I’ve worked in brand & marketing pretty much since leaving uni with global businesses, well-known brands and exciting startups. But, agency culture was never my bag.

I was about to swear off the industry, and started freelancing to give me time to make a decision.

3. Why do you do what you do?

I loved the creative work and wanted to do it on my terms. I started Studio Cotton so that I could bring my creativity and expertise to brands I love and products I believe in.

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4. How can you help the person reading this?

If you’re a small business owner like me, and scared of doing something wrong or don’t know where to start, I’m here to help.

5. Why should they trust you with their time or dolla?

I know a buttload about building small business websites and SEO, and even more about how to do it on a budget. Together we’ll build a great foundation for your growing business, so that you can spend more time making, creating and selling.

6. What do you want them to do next?

Let’s meet up for a coffee to chat about your small business. If you’re interested in a specific website design or SEO content project, drop me an enquiry via our contact page.

Boom. Done. Writing an killer About Page is not always awful, so just follow my super simple questions and stop yourself from falling into some pretty common and hella frustrating clichés.

Oh, and if you have a question about website design, SEO or content for a small creative business – you can ask unlimited questions in our Slack community for just £15 a month.

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6 steps to writing a killer About Page • Blog • Studio Cotton? ›

Break up content into multiple entries if needed. Don't: Use profanity or unprofessional language. Don't: Use other people's stuff without permission and credit. Don't: Combine too many style effects like bold, italic, or underline.

How to write a killer about page? ›

How to write an About Us page
  1. Include your unique value proposition. ...
  2. Show your company's faces. ...
  3. Tell your brand story. ...
  4. Share what's happening behind the scenes. ...
  5. Let customers know where you are. ...
  6. Direct customer to the next action. ...
  7. Consider the fold. ...
  8. Keep your About Us page updated.
Apr 17, 2024

How to create a killer blog? ›

7 Tips to Writing Killer Blog Topics That Actually Get Noticed – and Read!
  1. Go Against the Grain.
  2. Write Outstanding Titles.
  3. Hook People with Opening Paragraph.
  4. Use Video and Compelling Images.
  5. Use Personal Anecdotes.
  6. Promote, Promote, Promote.
  7. Get Structure and Word Count Right.
  8. Write Killer Blog Posts.
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How do you write a killer blog intro? ›

Here are five steps to follow to write killer blog introductions:
  1. Address your readers directly. ...
  2. Think about an emotion that links to the 'why' of your blog post. ...
  3. Identify a problem. ...
  4. Hint at the solution to the problem. ...
  5. Demonstrate your authority.
Jun 4, 2024

How do you start a killer essay? ›

Start With The Thesis. The Thesis Is Everything.
  1. A thesis expresses an arguable opinion that can be supported by facts.
  2. A thesis should be presented in your intro paragraph and serve as a map for the rest of the essay.
  3. A thesis should be SCOD: Specific, Clear, Original, and Debatable.

How do you write a killer brief? ›

How to write a killer creative brief in 10 easy steps
  1. Describe your company. ...
  2. Summarize the project. ...
  3. Explain your objectives. ...
  4. Define your target audience. ...
  5. Outline the deliverables you need. ...
  6. Identify your competition. ...
  7. Include details on the tone, message, and style. ...
  8. Provide the deadline.

What are the six steps to creating a blog? ›

Learning how to start a blog means following a few basic steps, which we'll outline in the next section.
  1. Choose a subject. ...
  2. Choose a name. ...
  3. Register your domain name. ...
  4. Find a web host. ...
  5. Set up your blog. ...
  6. Create a custom blog email address. ...
  7. Create your social media accounts. ...
  8. Install blog plugins.

What are the dos and don'ts in blogging? ›

Break up content into multiple entries if needed. Don't: Use profanity or unprofessional language. Don't: Use other people's stuff without permission and credit. Don't: Combine too many style effects like bold, italic, or underline.

What is a ghost written blog? ›

Ghost blogging is a form of ghost writing. It's when a writer creates content, such as blog posts, articles and other written materials, for another person or organisation without receiving a by-line (or named credit) for their work.

How to write a catchy blog title? ›

8 Tips for Writing Catchy Blog Titles (Without Resorting to...
  1. Grab attention with vivid and descriptive language. ...
  2. Ask a question to spark curiosity. ...
  3. Make a promise (and keep it). ...
  4. Write stimulating titles while avoiding clickbait clichés. ...
  5. Use numbers wisely. ...
  6. Incorporate SEO keywords naturally. ...
  7. Be concise.
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What is a roundup blog? ›

Unlike a typical blog post with just one author's perspective, roundups get information from multiple sources. And there are three types of roundups you often see: Expert roundups: Find experts in your niche or industry influencers and create a roundup post of experts sharing their thoughts.

How do I write a Killer About Me page? ›

6 steps to writing a killer About Page
  1. How would you introduce yourself in one sentence?
  2. How did you get your mad skills or big break?
  3. Why do you do what you do? ...
  4. How can you help the person reading this?
  5. Why should they trust you with their time or dolla?
  6. What do you want them to do next?
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How do you write a shocking introduction? ›

In the introduction to a piece describing a shocking experience, you might want to capture the reader's attention by creating a sense of intrigue or urgency. Consider setting the tone with vivid and impactful language, providing a glimpse of the intense emotions or unexpected events that unfolded.

What is a bad introduction? ›

Essentially, this kind of weaker introduction contains several sentences that are vague and don't really say much. They exist just to take up the “introduction space” in your paper. If you had something more effective to say, you would probably say it, but in the meantime this paragraph is just a place holder.

How do you write a killer sentence? ›

Great Writing Gets the Gig – 4 Tips for Crafting Killer Sentences
  1. Choose active voice.
  2. Use the best words.
  3. Remove redundant conjunctions.
  4. Remove useless adverbs.
  5. The four qualities of great sentences.

What should I write on my about page? ›

How to Write a Winning About Page: A Plug-and-Play Guide
  1. Establish your mission statement.
  2. Create a narrative around your story.
  3. Outline how you've evolved.
  4. Emphasize your “aha!” moment.
  5. Talk about your audience.
  6. Share your brand values.
  7. Add social proof.
  8. Choose a good color palette.
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How do you write a killer opening? ›

How To Write A Good Opening Line:
  1. Full stops are your friends. Short, clear sentences will grab your readers' attention.
  2. Use language that will add weight to your sentences.
  3. Use your verbs correctly, and your adjectives sparingly.
  4. Opening lines don't have to be loud, subtlety is just as effective.

How do you write a killer personal statement? ›

Be analytical rather than just descriptive – don't just discuss what you've read or done. Universities want to know what you've gained from your experiences and how it's changed your perception. Go beyond your qualifications and tell them what else you have been doing apart from studying your subject.

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