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Highlights of Today’s Newsletter

  • Design: Here are 9 key conversion principles that consistently drive results

  • The Chosen Topic: The ultimate landing page copywriting checklist 2025

  • CRO Insight: I love Seed, I’m an actual customer, but their site is leaving conversions on the table

  • Video: Shopify store teardown: 3 High-impact CRO fixes (from 80+ store analysis)

Weekly Content Roundup

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Design 🎨

I've analyzed thousands of high-converting landing pages over the past decade.

Here are 9 key conversion principles that consistently drive results (Link)

CRO Around the Web 🌐

Shopify: Email Fatigue: How To Fight Email Fatigue + Drive Engagement Reference (Source)

Baymard: Sports Gear & Equipment UX Benchmark: 4,700+ Performance Scores and 3,800+ Best Practice Examples (Source)

The Most Optimized Shopify Theme ⚑

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Client’s Results

Video Of The Week

Shopify Store Teardown: 3 High-Impact CRO Fixes (From 80+ Store Analysis)

High Converting Design Inspiration

Fresh PDP design from the ConversionWise lab πŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ”¬

CRO Insight

I love Seed, I’m an actual customer but their site is leaving conversions on the table.

Here’s how I’d improve their experience after 12+ years optimizing 3,500+ ecommerce brands πŸ‘‡

1/ Homepage Above-The-Fold

β†’ Added reassurance bar (β€œFind out if DS-01 is right for you”)

β†’ Introduced clear trust icons (Gluten Tested, No Preservatives, Prop 65 Compliant)

β†’ Larger, lifestyle-driven hero image

β†’ Stronger headline: Change your gut health for good

β†’ Highlighted 50,000+ 5-star reviews for instant credibility

β†’ Benefit-driven bullets: Digestive Relief, Immune Support, Lasting Balance

β†’ High-contrast primary CTA

β†’ Added Forbes endorsement for authority

2/ Product Page Enhancements

β†’ Reassurance bar added at the top

β†’ Cleaner navigation + simplified header

β†’ More prominent product shot with better hierarchy

β†’ Highlighted review count + rating

β†’ Clearer subscription options with value messaging

β†’ Improved one-time purchase vs subscription presentation

β†’ Stronger Add to Cart CTA with contrast and clarity

3/ Cart Page Transformation

β†’ Introduced educational reassurance header

β†’ Added progress bar toward free gift

β†’ Clearer cross-sells with star ratings and pricing

β†’ Highlighted total savings

β†’ Cleaner subtotal structure

β†’ Added trust badges below the CTA

The Ultimate Landing Page Copywriting Checklist 2025

1. Headline & Subheadline

  • My headline grabs attention instantly

  • The headline communicates the main benefit clearly

  • The subheading expands on the value proposition

  • The language is simple, direct, and compelling

  • It speaks to the audience's pain points and desires

2. Value Proposition

  • The value proposition is stated in a single, powerful sentence

  • It highlights what makes my offering unique

  • It clearly explains how my product/service solves a problem

  • Benefits are emphasized over features

  • The value proposition is positioned above the fold

3. Social Proof & Trust Signals

  • Testimonials from real customers are included

  • Case studies or statistics support my claims

  • Recognizable logos of clients or partners are displayed

  • Trust badges (e.g., security, guarantees) are visible

  • Media mentions or awards help build credibility

4. Call-To-Action (CTA)

  • The CTA is clear, direct, and action-oriented

  • The CTA button contrasts with the background for visibility

  • The CTA copy creates urgency or excitement

  • The primary CTA is placed above the fold

  • Secondary CTAs guide users through their journey

5. Content Flow & Readability

  • Information is structured in a logical, engaging flow

  • Bullet points and short paragraphs improve readability

  • Sentences are concise, avoiding fluff and jargon

  • Important words and phrases are bolded for emphasis

  • The copy maintains a conversational and relatable tone

6. Pain Points & Benefits

  • The landing page highlights my audience's biggest pain points

  • I've addressed objections proactively in my copy

  • Features are translated into tangible benefits

  • The copy evokes emotions that drive action

  • I've included a problem-agitate-solution framework

7. Conversion-Boosting Elements

  • Urgency and scarcity tactics (e.g., limited spots, countdown timers) are used

  • Personalized messaging (e.g., dynamic text, location-based) is included

  • Interactive elements (e.g., quizzes, calculators) are tested

  • A/B testing data informs any changes to the copy

  • Exit-intent popups help capture potential leads

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