Marketing

Copywriting Frameworks

Structured formulas and templates for writing persuasive copy, including AIDA (Attention-Interest-Desire-Action), PAS (Problem-Agitate-Solution), and FAB (Features-Advantages-Benefits).

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Components

1

AIDA Framework

Classic formula: Attention → Interest → Desire → Action

Grab attention with headline, build interest with benefits, create desire with proof, drive action with CTA

2

PAS Framework

Problem → Agitate → Solution

Identify customer problem, agitate pain points to increase urgency, present solution as relief

3

FAB Framework

Features → Advantages → Benefits

List product features, explain advantages over alternatives, translate to customer benefits

4

4 Ps Framework

Picture → Promise → Prove → Push

Paint picture of desired outcome, make clear promise, prove with evidence, push to action

5

Before-After-Bridge

Show current state → desired state → how to get there

Describe problem (before), paint vision (after), explain how product bridges the gap

When to Use

  • Writing landing page copy quickly with proven structure
  • Creating email sequences that convert
  • Developing ad copy for paid campaigns
  • Structuring sales presentations
  • Training junior copywriters on fundamentals

Benefits

  • +Provides proven structure for persuasive writing
  • +Reduces writer's block with clear formula
  • +Ensures key persuasion elements are included
  • +Enables A/B testing of different frameworks
  • +Speeds up copywriting process

Limitations

  • !Can feel formulaic if applied too rigidly
  • !May not work for all products or audiences
  • !Requires adaptation for brand voice
  • !Doesn't replace understanding customer psychology
  • !Can lead to generic copy if not customized

Real-World Examples

AIDA in Email Marketing

Industry: E-commerce

Subject line grabs attention, opening builds interest, body creates desire with benefits, CTA drives action

Outcome: Higher email open and click-through rates

PAS for SaaS Landing Page

Industry: B2B SaaS

Problem: Manual data entry wastes time. Agitate: Costs $X per month in lost productivity. Solution: Automate with our tool

Outcome: Increased trial signups

Resources

book

The Copywriter's Handbook

book

Breakthrough Advertising