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Karen Nilsen

Hi I’m Karen. I want to share with you the tactics I’ve used to build digital power and engage a supporter base of millions. Are you ready? Let’s get started!

How NOT to Use Bold Type...

Bolding the odd word or phrase can help skim readers catch key ideas you don’t want them to miss. It’s also great for SEO. But in order to preserve impact, use bold words sparingly. It’s tempting to...

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Bolding the odd word or phrase can help skim readers catch key ideas you don’t want them to miss. It’s also great for...

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5 Ways to Nail Your ‘Thank You’ Emails

The moment after someone completes an online action presents a critical opportunity. A well-crafted thank-you email will help cement this action as a wholly positive experience—one your supporter will want to repeat when the next critical ask...

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The moment after someone completes an online action presents a critical opportunity. A well-crafted thank-you email will help cement this action as a...

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You Botched an Email Broadcast. Now What!?

You sent 100,000 emails to the wrong list... You directed people to last year’s action... You addressed everyone as “Jane”... It happens. Stop hyperventilating. It’s time to focus. Here’s your action plan. Assess the damage...

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You sent 100,000 emails to the wrong list... You directed people to last year’s action... You addressed everyone as “Jane”... It happens...

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Emotion vs Facts: What’s More Persuasive?

Does this sound familiar? Back up your position with facts; the more reasons you can offer, the more persuasive your argument. Right? Not quite. Sometimes, trying to convince someone with a series of facts can feel...

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Does this sound familiar? Back up your position with facts; the more reasons you can offer, the more persuasive your argument. Right?...

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Excite Yourself

(Not in that way). Do you ever find yourself staring at your screen, wishing the thing you are trying to write was done already? We’ve all been there. If you just about sent yourself to sleep composing...

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(Not in that way). Do you ever find yourself staring at your screen, wishing the thing you are trying to write was done...

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Never Stop Learning

These folks are some of the most innovative and transformative communicators in (and beyond) our movement. And they’re on a mission to help us do good better. Worth a follow:Anat Shenker-Osorio is well-known for her work...

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These folks are some of the most innovative and transformative communicators in (and beyond) our movement. And they’re on a mission to help...

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