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They Laughed When I Sat Down At the Piano: The Ad That Still Teaches Copywriters Today

This classic piano lesson ad is considered one of the greatest pieces of copywriting ever written. Created by John Caples...

Jan 13, 2026
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Why Writing Things Down Clears Mental Clutter

This image nails a simple truth: your mind gets messy when you try to store everything in it. The top...

Jan 1, 2026
Most creators are writing like the feed is a classroom.

It’s not. It’s a checkout line.

So if you’re wondering why “good content” keeps underperforming, it’s usually not the idea. It’s the way the idea is presented. People don’t reject value, they reject effort. Your job is to make the value feel effortless to consume.

Here’s the part nobody tells you. Carousels don’t win on intelligence, they win on momentum. Every slide should remove doubt, not add it. If a slide makes someone think “wait, what does that mean?” you’ve created friction. Friction triggers the swipe.

A simple test I use before posting: read the first line on every slide only. If the story still makes sense, your structure is strong. If it becomes random, you’ve written paragraphs, not a carousel.

And if you want the biggest cheat code: make your headline and your subline do different jobs. Headline grabs. Subline clarifies. If both are doing the same job, you’re wasting space. If neither clarifies, you’re relying on hope.

Want more? Comment “beast mode” for info on my mastermind.

Carousels Win With Momentum, Not Smarts

Carousels don’t win because they’re deep, they win because they’re easy. This post visualizes how people actually move through a...

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The Real Journey From Goal to Achievement

This image nails what real success looks like. We think goal setting should be a straight line — set it,...

Jan 9, 2026
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Call Junk Food What It Is

This image delivers a punchy message: stop calling junk food “food.” On one side, there’s the usual suspect — chips...

Jan 21, 2026
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The Clever Copy Behind “How to Buy Jeans”

This vintage American Express ad doesn’t actually teach you how to buy jeans—it sells you on how to *pay* for...

Jan 6, 2026
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David Ogilvy’s “Confessions of a Magazine Reader”: A Masterclass in Persuasive Writing

This vintage ad by David Ogilvy, titled “Confessions of a Magazine Reader,” is a brilliant example of how to turn...

Jan 12, 2026
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Billboard Genius: The Bankless Ad That Turns a Chained Pen Into a Statement

In a sea of corporate billboards, this one stops you in your tracks. A single image of a chained pen—something...

Jan 16, 2026
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Greg Eisenberg on AI slop (and making $$ from it)

Greg Isenberg’s viral post breaks down the phenomenon of “AI slop” — the flood of generic, AI-generated content saturating the...

Jan 13, 2026
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The Email Growth Flywheel: Turning Subscribers into Advocates

This visual breaks down how to grow your email list into a self-sustaining machine. It’s a simple, repeatable process: each...

Jan 16, 2026
9 Smart ways to use ChatGPT as a content creator.

9 ChatGPT Hacks for Content Creators

This carousel turns ChatGPT into your full creative department. Each slide shows a concrete visual: remixed thumbnails, mascot logos, giant...

Jan 25, 2026
This is part two of my series of content all about what the state of Instagram is for 2026.

This post actually got reposted by the head of Instagram this year! All these different content formats and the various ways to use them are exactly why I use Instagram as my go to business platform.

Stories, carousels, Reels, and more all have a place so it really comes down to finding out which type of content YOU want to share for your audience.

Don’t feel forced to have to use them all! Find the 2-3 that works best for you and start creating.

I made a free guide to the state of Instagram in 2026 and if you want to check it out just comment “2026” on this post!

#contentideas #instagramnews #contentcreationtips #contentplanning #instagramalgorithm

Instagram 2026: Choose 2-3 Formats

Instagram 2026 is a buffet of formats: Reels, carousels, single images, Stories. This post’s visual breaks them into simple jobs:...

Feb 2, 2026
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THIS will be my year shirt

A photo of a man in an elevator went viral because of his T-shirt listing every year from 2016 to...

Jan 1, 2026
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Classic Volkswagen Beetle Ads

The Volkswagen Beetle was a remarkably weird car when it came out. • It was slow.• It was small.• It...

Jan 17, 2026
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How a Highlighter Became a Statement on Recognition

This print ad by Stabilo Boss isn’t your typical stationery promotion. It turns a highlighter—a simple office tool—into a symbol...

Jan 19, 2026
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Flip Product Traits Into Punchlines

This vintage Chivas Regal ad is a textbook example of clever copywriting that turns a product’s trait into a witty...

Jan 27, 2026

Joe Sugarman Triggers (A Useful List of "Psychological Triggers" That Convince People To Buy Stuff)

A few years ago one of the best copywriters in the world Joe Sugarman made a book called "Advertising Secrets...

Jan 21, 2026

One Brilliant Billboard Idea To Steal

Look at the frame from this Reel: big face, giant text, nothing else fighting for attention. That is exactly how...

Feb 4, 2026

Create a Family Logo That Sticks

This reel nails a weirdly powerful idea: your family can be a brand. The split-screen shot of a relaxed couple...

Feb 7, 2026
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Win Your Launch Six Months Early

This image calls out is launching too late. The bold blue graphic screams the actual secret: your launch is won...

Feb 4, 2026
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Edit Any Website (free tool)

This is how you can edit any website directly from your browser:Step 1.) Highlight the text in the blue box:javascript:document.body.contentEditable...

Jan 11, 2026

The AIDA Model in Marketing (Why It's Important + What It's Used For)

The AIDA formula—Attention, Interest, Desire, and Action—is one of the oldest and most reliable frameworks in copywriting. In the video...

Jan 14, 2026
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The Credit Card That Sold You Jeans (and Everything Else)

This vintage American Express ad nails emotional marketing with a twist. It looks like a jeans ad at first glance—but...

Jan 6, 2026
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How a Highlighter Brand Turned History Into a Brilliant Ad

This Stabilo Boss ad is a masterclass in visual storytelling. The yellow highlighter literally shines a light on Florence Nightingale...

Jan 18, 2026
ZAZOU – From pizza boy to $7 billion year empire.
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With her striking ‘Carinthia Blue’ hull and a layout that redefines high-end residential luxury, “ZAZOU” by Benetti is more than just a yacht, she’s a 214ft (65 meter) final trophy. From her massive 20-meter sun deck to the 5-meter infinity pool, every inch of this custom masterpiece reflects the refined taste of a man who reclaimed a dynasty.

Powered by the very Caterpillar engines that built his empire, “ZAZOU” is the ultimate reward for a journey that began in an American pizzeria at $1.25 an hour.

She represents the perfect blend of high-performance engineering and the resilience of a man who lost everything and built it all back, and then some.
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From Pizza Boy to Billionaire Yacht Owner

Mohamed Mansour’s journey is a masterclass in comeback power. Born into wealth, stripped of everything, then rebuilt an empire from...

Jan 15, 2026

13 tools I use to run a business

Building an online business isn’t about grinding harder—it’s about building smarter. This Instagram reel from Neville Medhora nails the concept:...

Jan 15, 2026
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Sell Luxury With A Story

This vintage advertisement for Chivas Regal cleverly blends storytelling and subtle humor to sell luxury. Instead of focusing on the...

Jan 24, 2026
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Make Sons Justify Premium Gifts

This vintage Chivas Regal ad flips the usual Father’s Day sentiment on its head. Instead of speaking to dads, it...

Jan 27, 2026
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Sell the Lifestyle, Not the Bottle

This vintage Chivas Regal ad nails the art of subtle wit. With a minimalist illustration of nine bottles and clever...

Jan 26, 2026
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Big Brain Business
@BigBrainBizness

Coinbase CEO, Brian Armstrong, has a deceptively simple mantra for navigating the chaos before product-market fit:

"Action produces information. Just keep doing stuff."

He recalls a Paul Graham line that shaped his early founder days:

"Startups are like sharks. If they stop swimming, they die."

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When you're paralyzed by uncertainty: Ship it. Break it. Learn.

When uncertainty clouds your path, action clears the fog. Brian Armstrong’s mantra, “Action produces information,” captures the brutal truth of...

Jan 20, 2026
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Codie Sanchez
@Codie_Sanchez

You will make 10x more money if you present ideas like this to your clients or leaders. https://t.co/hbCbW6mNQY

Present Visual Stories That Close 10x Deals

Most decks look like the first pile of Lego bricks in the image: random, colorful, confusing. The money is made...

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2026 IPO's

This 2026 IPO Watchlist graphic is catnip for money nerds. In one glance you see giant brand logos, trillion‑dollar numbers,...

Jan 31, 2026
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Turn Browsers Into Choosers With Micro-Quizzes Levi's Ad

This Levi's ad turns a boring product chart into a game. Three guitars on top, three jean fits on bottom,...

Feb 3, 2026

Alex Hormozi: One Long Session Resets Your Work Standard

Look at the frame: dark studio, big mic, serious posture. The reel headline shouts in neon green that most people...

Feb 3, 2026
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Match-Game Ads That Stick Levi's Ad

This Levi’s ad turns jean fits into a lunchroom puzzle. On top: three messy-to-neat meals. On bottom: three kids in...

Feb 2, 2026

How I write a newsletter with 40,000+ subs, sponsors, and growing Add the video in there.

Want to see exactly how I write a newsletter with 40,000+ subscribers, land paid sponsors, and keep it growing every...

Jan 30, 2026
Marc Andreessen, co-founder of a16z and early internet pioneer, has long argued that traditional “career planning” is fundamentally flawed.

He argues that the world changes too quickly to map out a long-term career in advance and attempting to do so often limits your ability to capitalize on real opportunities. Instead, Marc encourages individuals to focus on developing skills and staying alert to opportunities that arise spontaneously.

Forget Career Plans, Skill Up Instead

Forget plotting a 20-year career ladder. The Instagram graphic lays out a harsher truth: the world is changing too fast...

Feb 1, 2026
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How a Credit Card Sold the Dream of Skating

This vintage American Express ad looks like it’s about roller skates—but it’s really selling confidence, lifestyle, and status. The headline,...

Jan 3, 2026
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How the World's Top Brands Nail Their Mission Statements

This image showcases the mission statements of some of the world’s most influential brands—from Apple to Tesla. Each one captures...

Jan 1, 2026
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The Shift: Why Email Feels More Like TikTok Than Blogging

The image nails a massive shift in how people consume email. The old-school newsletter modeled after corporate blogs is dying...

Jan 8, 2026
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American Express Turns a Diamond into a Punchline

This classic American Express ad grabs you in an instant. Big, bold type asks, “How to buy a diamond,” but...

Jan 6, 2026
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The New Food Pyramid: A Modern Take on Eating Well

The classic food pyramid got a digital-age redesign, and it’s not your childhood poster anymore. The new image flips proportions,...

Jan 8, 2026
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Why Captions Could Be the Secret Weapon in Your Ads

This image shows a classic advertising layout—the kind found in timeless copywriting books—featuring both illustrations and captions. The text emphasizes...

Jan 15, 2026
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Nanit Turns Baby Data into Parenting Insights

The Nanit Insights chart makes it easy for parents to understand what each plan offers without overthinking it. In one...

Jan 11, 2026
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What Marketers Really Trust for ROI in 2025

The chart shows how confident marketers feel about getting a return on investment across popular channels. From content marketing to...

Jan 17, 2026
Nvidia IPO’d in 1999 with a $562M market cap — and has since delivered +450,000% total returns, turning $100 into $450,000.

But here’s what most people miss 👇
This journey wasn’t a straight line.

Nvidia had multiple years of brutal drawdowns:
• -82.8% (2002)
• -76% (2008)
• -50% (2022)

Yet patient investors who held through volatility captured one of the greatest wealth-creation stories in market history.

Key lesson:
Massive long-term returns require patience, conviction, and emotional discipline. The biggest winners often feel the worst to hold in the short term.

Follow @CervKnowledge for daily investing education and download my FREE Investing Guide for Beginners — link in bio.

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Hold Through Drawdowns, Win Big

This Nvidia chart is the most honest investing lesson you’ll see all week. It’s a wall of neon green gains...

Jan 30, 2026
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Own Your Tiny Profitable Audience

SOMETHING_WENT_WRONG_Ucw0knnX2rsjXub68899d is exactly what your analytics look like when you assume “everyone” is your audience. This visual breaks the fantasy....

Jan 31, 2026
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Chamath Palihapitiya
@chamath

If you’d like to get rich or stay rich, I’d encourage you to develop the ability to change your mind.

Most ideas are shitty. So staying fixated on shitty ideas creates an anchoring bias that will weigh you down to the mediocrity of the...

The Wealth Skill Nobody Talks About: Changing Your Mind

Chamath Palihapitiya nails a truth most people don’t want to hear: staying rich—or getting rich—depends on your ability to change...

Jan 9, 2026

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