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It's never a good reason, to begin with, a blank page. But, on the other hand, it's the fastest way to realize I need to recheck my inbox. That's why a lot of people outsource their SEO copywriting needs to content experts.

Alternatively, I could organize the documents on my desktop. Or I'll dash to get a cup of coffee so I can concentrate. (I'm sure I don't have to tell you that these coffee drinks aren't great for concentration.)

The central truth is that I have a terrible time starting up writing anything, whether it's a letter, a personal blog, or a slogan if I don't start with some words on a page right away—or, better yet, already there.

That's when copywriting workouts and tips come in handy.

Warm-ups are similar to copywriting workouts, except instead of squats or jumping jacks to get you going, and they're short suggestions to help you ease into writing. These prompts help you focus your copy before you launch into the project at hand—or reset when you find a wall you can't break through—by giving you a head start on producing or preparing your writing.

1. Make A List of The Prerequisites

Most of us aren't starting from the beginning. We've got a medium and, more than likely, a topic and a goal. Writing a Google Ads headline for your dog walking service could be an example of this. It may be planning your restaurant's Facebook updates. It may also be as simple as writing a blog about copywriting exercises.

Use this Information to start if you have it—the medium, the topic, and the goal. For example, is there a word count target or a limit? Is the copywriting going to be used on a blog, product packaging, or social media? Is this a video script, a blog post, or a PPC ad? Please make a list of all the details at the top of the page to keep them fresh in your mind.

You should be able to determine the target audience, scope, and purpose from here. Could you make a note of it as well? After that, you'll have a project with a clear outline. And, of course, you've begun copywriting.

2. Rewrite One of Your Favorite Ads

Starting with something else is a terrific approach to get started. Do you have a favorite ad campaign? Is there a blog post that you always include in your portfolio? Do you have a famous commercial?

Take those instances of copywriting, read them, watch them, and then rewrite them. Rework the ad campaign to make it relevant to your business. Consider how you may reuse the most significant parts of your blog post, including the introduction, title, and structure. For your company's latest product or service launch, rewrite your favorite commercial.

Rewriting is writing, and who knows, you might come up with something fantastic!

3. Make A Drawing of Your Project or Concept.

Words are not required in any copywriting activities. Please consider what I'm saying.

The project at hand can be untidy at times. Perhaps you're putting together YouTube video scripts for a product launch. Maybe you're drafting emails for a new nurturing route. It might be quite a challenge to know where to begin writing when engaged in large projects like this, with many moving parts and pieces.

To depict the chunks of copy, use several shapes and logically arrange them. Then, cut them out with scissors and reorganize as necessary. Again, visualizing this is helpful, and pinning down the structure is crucial.

4. Write for Ten Minutes Without Stopping

Can't seem to get a break with writing those initial headlines or product descriptions? Freewrite to give your brain a break.

Freewriting is a timed continuous writing exercise with no oversight and, most crucially, no feedback—no concern about grammar, no stress about getting off track, no need to set a topic, and no obligation to display or look at it again. Because writing is an iterative process, learning to generate without scrutiny or feedback is a vital part of it; this practice has made its way into courses worldwide.

That is also why it might be beneficial as a copywriting practice. So set a timer for 10 minutes, grab a pen and paper, and start writing without any restrictions.

5. Collect Information

While research is required for a lot of copywriting, it is beneficial to all copywriting. Take the time to research your issue by reading industry sources, following relevant Twitter threads, asking an expert, and reviewing your account for intriguing data.

This exercise may help you write the copy during challenging times.

Even if it doesn't make it into the final product, having the background will strengthen your copywriting and help you write content that sells.