Flipped Phrases (copywriting trick)


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Hey! This is a Flipped Phrase headline:

And another one from an insurance company.

See the pattern?


Let’s use this technique to write an ad for Sentry (software that helps devs find and fix bugs).

Step 1: Find phrases

The result should look something like this...


Step 2: Flip them

I go over the phrases and try to flip just one word to its opposite.

I'm not there yet, so I ask AI for help.

I actually like this one:

The Silicon Valley cliché makes it more relevant to Sentry users.


Step 3: Connect to the product

I add a CTA and a logo. Here's my result.


Bonus

And one more, for practice.

You made it! 🕺

Want to learn more about writing ads for tech companies? Check out my course here :)

Talk soon,
Shlomo

The Creative Marketer

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