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eCommerce Blog #4 - Product Descriptions

To be able to sell your product in the eCommerce business, an interesting and effective product description can be very helpful. Here are some tips I found in this Shopify article by  Henneke Duistermaathttps://www.shopify.ca/blog/8211159-9-simple-ways-to-write-product-descriptions-that-sell

The first tip is to focus on the ideal buyer. Think about their interests, sense of humor, and what words they like or hate. Use the word "you" as if you're having a conversation with your buyer. Try to incorporate hypothetical face-to-face dialogue in your product description.

Another tip is to avoid mundane and overused phrases such as "excellent product quality." These are called (by the author) "yeah, yeah" phrases, because people will see those phrases and think "yeah, yeah everyone says that." Saying "yeah, yeah" phrases can deter potential buyers and make your product seem bland. Instead, describe details and their given benefits. For example: Water resistant coating (detail) to keep your feet dry in rainy or wet conditions (benefit).

A final tip is to use superlatives. Include data and reviews to prove why your product is better than the competition. If your product is patented, say it. It gives the reader the impression that what they're buying is different and special. Use percentages to further your credibility.


-Noah Best

Comments

  1. I didn't realize how often I had that reaction to "yeah yeah" phrases, but seeing it pointed out, that does happen often. These tips are super simple and yet I can see, and know they have; them working on me.

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  2. This is useful information, I shared some of these tactics with my group which helped us create a better ad.

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