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“I never write fewer than sixteen headlines for a single advertisement.” quote by David Ogilvy
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“I never write fewer than sixteen headlines for a single advertisement.”

David Ogilvy

About This Quote

Source Book: Confessions of an Advertising Man, 1963

Advertising demands many headline options for each ad.

In simple terms: Write many headlines per ad.

Key Takeaway

Generate multiple headlines.

Themes

marketing creativity productivity

Mood

practical strategic

Type

business instructional

When to use this quote

  • ad campaigns
  • brand launches
  • A/B testing

Key Concepts

ideation testing audience targeting

Questions to Reflect On

  • How many headlines are optimal?
  • What criteria prioritize the best?
A Different Perspective

Too many can dilute focus.

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