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    What is the Inverted Pyramid?

    The inverted pyramid style of writing is a simple guideline to creating content that engages and consistently brings in leads. With all of the different ways you can go about formatting your content, why should you consider the inverted pyramid–and what is the style anyway? Let us give you a better description of this style and show you why it is a great option for much of your content–especially blogs and less formal articles.

    What is the Inverted Pyramid?

    Put simply, the inverted pyramid approach is a writing style that means that the most important information is used as your lead. You build a strong base, fill with facts and figures and follow up with the least important details (or fluff, if you will.) The style is meant to pull visitors in and catch them quickly. It’s excellent for short, punchy pieces that need to make an impact quickly.

    Why Use the Inverted Pyramid?

    Consider these benefits to this writing style:

    • Quick facts draw readers in and keep them engaged.
    • Anyone scanning the document will get the most important facts from the piece.
    • It’s easy to formulate.

    One worry that you may have about using the inverted pyramid style is that it takes away your personality when writing. The reality is that this simply isn’t the case. It is possible to put just as much personality and zing into any piece as you want–you’re just changing the way you format it.

    Getting familiar with the inverted pyramid method takes a little time, but it can be well worth it. Why not experiment by writing your next piece in this “conclusion-first” method and see how it works for you? You may be surprised by how effective it can be!

    About The Author

    Elton Mayfield

    Elton's career spans media, production, digital and building industry expertise. His diverse experience makes him nimble, innovative, and curious – always pushing the envelope to create extraordinary work that delivers real results for our clients.

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