Seldom do I write or allow a ? mark in the headline or even copy of an ad.

Why?

Because it can be deadly.

It can depress response.

Let me give you an example:

Have you ever dreamed of owning your own business?

A headline like this immediately cancels out anyone who never had this thought.

Better to say something like…

Imagine owning your own thriving business in 6 months or less

Wow…even if I never wanted to own my own business that would catch my eye.

Here’s another example:

Did you know one phone call could lower your current health insurance rates?

Or how about:

One ten-minute phone call could save you hundreds in health insurance

There are exceptions, but they are rare. I recently wrote to investors interested in energy investing:

The Death of OPEC?

It worked very well… because it was a “shock” question.

But for most copy, avoid the question mark like the plague.

Sales copy isn’t asking a question. It’s a pitch. Questions leave your prospect in the position of turning you away. Don’t let them. Guide them through your copy with clear, exciting statements that guide them to the sale.

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