Creative Strategy & Direct Response Copywriting for D2C Women’s Health Brands
What if your customers felt so understood that buying from you became the ONLY option?
I use voice-of-customer research to find out exactly what your customers are thinking and feeling when they stumble upon your ad or land on your site.
Then I turn those insights into messaging and ad campaigns that make them think "Now THIS is exactly what I need."
A few of my happy clients
When it comes to women’s health…
It’s hard to find the right balance between staying persuasive and compliant
Go too clinical…. and you sound like every doctor's office that's dismissed her before.
Go too casual… and she starts wondering if you actually know what you're talking about — or if you're just another wellness brand throwing around vague, cheap buzzwords.
The hard part is finding the balance between the two.
Which is where I come in…
I turn complex women’s health issues into easy-to-understand language and stories that make women feel 1000% understood
Forget the jargon.
Forget the clinical language.
Forget the vague wellness speak.
I dive DEEP into your customer’s brain to find out their deep-seated pain points, hesitations, motivations, fears and dream states.
Then I use those insights to craft human, mind-reading copy that a) sounds like your brand and b) speaks to exactly what they’re thinking and feeling in that moment.
The result?
More conversions. More sales. And more happy customers.
(Cha-ching)
How I help my clients get results like 1400% ROAS…
with The YES Funnel™
When it comes to copywriting and creative strategy, here’s my 9-step process to success.
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We’ll kick things off with a few one-on-one 60-minute Messaging Intensive calls. One with you and separate ones with other key members of your team.
These calls will help me understand your offer, process, story and unique differentiators. While also getting a clear picture of your target audience.
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I’ll go waaay beyond surface-level data, digging DEEP to fully understand your prospect – along with their deep-seated pain points, motivations, hesitations in the buying process.
This might include:
Interviewing 3-5 of your customers
Mining online communities (like Reddit, Facebook, etc) where your prospects vent frustrations, ask for advice, and reveal buying objections
Analyzing your reviews to pinpoint common themes in what customers appreciate most (and how we can amplify those strengths)
Reviewing past communications with customers to understand recurring pain points, decision-making patterns, and deal-breakers
Assessing competitor positioning to identify gaps in the market and craft messaging that sets your offer apart
This deep-dive research ensures that our ad strategy and copy is built on what we KNOW will resonate with your audience… rather than guessing (or asking ChatGPT).
On top of the VOC, I’ll dig into your offer (so I know what makes it really stand out).And (if you have a particular brand voice you want to use), I’ll review your existing messaging — like videos you’ve recorded, emails you’ve sent, social media posts or previous communication with customers — to ensure the voice is on-brand.
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Once I’ve done the research, I’ll whip out my magnifying glass and analyze the findings. Looking for trends, commonalities and sticky words or phrases that we can use in the copy.
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Next, I’ll pull everything together into your very own two-part Conversion Copy Playbook.
You’ll get everything you and your team need to craft high-converting copy in the future:
✅ A comprehensive analysis of your target audience (to ensure your messaging hits the mark)
✅ A complete guide to positioning your offer in a way that resonates deeply with your ideal customers
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Based on the VOC research, I'll build the creative strategy that gives your campaign the BEST shot at converting. That means figuring out:
Which platforms will actually reach her — and where she's most likely to trust a new brand
Which angles and hooks to lead with, based on the specific fears, objections, and desires that came up in the research
What creative formats will carry those angles best (UGC, founder-led video, static, influencer, before/after, comparison etc)
How to sequence the message across her journey (because obviously first touch, retargeting, and post-purchase all need to say different things!)
Where to put budget first so we can test angles FAST and double down on what's working
Once I determine the best strategy, I’ll know what deliverables the campaign needs — and how to proceed.
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Next, I'll take charge of crafting alllll the messaging for your campaign. Including:
Ad copy that stops the scroll, speaks directly to what your customer is going through, and motivates them to click
UGC scripts that sound like a best friend talking about something that actually worked for her
Advertorials that build trust and move women further through the buyer’s journey
Product and landing page copy that turns curiosity into "add to cart"
Email and SMS flows that build trust, handle her real objections (like safety, efficacy, "will this actually work for me?"), and guide her toward her first purchase — and beyond
Each piece of messaging takes into account:
✅ Voice-of-customer research
I use the VOC research and messaging docs we've built to write copy that mirrors her actual pain points, dream states, hesitations, and motivations back to her — using her language (not clinical language).✅ Messaging hierarchy
I map out the most effective order for your messaging (on the landing page, in the email sequence, wherever she encounters your brand) based on what she needs to hear first and where she is in her journey.✅ Persuasion that respects her intelligence
I use ethical persuasion techniques proven to move people to "yes.” Like storytelling, social proof, objection-handling etc. Without resorting to fear-mongering, shame, or fake (and manipulative) urgency tactics.✅ Formatting & readability
I structure every page so it's easy to consume — even for someone reading on her phone between appointments or at 1am researching symptoms. That means:Short, scannable sections
Strategic bolding, bullets, and white space
No massive walls of text between her and the "buy" button
✅ Positioning your offer as THE #1 choice
I nail down your unique value proposition so it's crystal clear why she should choose your product over the 10 other options she's already tried — or is currently comparing you to.✅ Your customer criteria
I clarify who your product is for (and who it's not for), so your marketing attracts the right customers (instead of not-so-ideal buyers that might ask for a refund later).✅ CTAs & next steps
I guide her to the next step with:Value-driven CTAs that make her WANT to click
Zero-friction paths to purchase (outlining what will happen next and reducing anxiety around purchase)
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Once the copy is complete (and approved), I'll hand it off to my team for creative production.
That covers everything from static ads and landing page design to video — editing UGC and VSL scripts into finished ads, storyboarding where needed, and making sure the visuals pull their weight.
We use clean, easy-to-read typography and visuals that build trust and keep people watching.
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Once everything is in place, it’s time to go live. Woohoo!
But first, we’ll want to:
✅ Set up conversion tracking (so we know exactly what's working and what's not)
✅ Confirm Meta Pixel & Conversions API are firing correctly (so Meta knows which clicks turn into sales)
✅ Test all integrations (making sure checkout, cart tracking, and email/SMS automations fire the way they're supposed to)
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Once things are up and running, I’ll keep a close eye on ad performance.
Looking at primary metrics (like amount spent, purchases, cost per purchase and purchase ROAS) to see how successful a campaign was. But also looking at secondary metrics (like video hook, video hold, average play time and more) to understand the why behind things.
Based on what I find, I’ll double down on what works — and cut or rework what doesn’t.
“What’s with the ‘I/we’ language? Do you work alone or with a team?”
Way to call me out there 😅
So I handle the research, messaging/positioning, creative strategy and copywriting. And I have a team of media buyers that I work with to help out with the design and implementation of the campaign (‘cause obviously one gal can’t do it all!).
Once the campaign is up and running, it’s a bit of teamwork. I’ll be looking closely at the data and coming up with ideas of what we can test. And my team will execute.
Translation: You’ll get a LOT of eyes (and brains) on your campaign.
One other thing you should know….
When it comes to writing copy, I take an “anti-AI” approach
Here’s the thing: AI-generated copy is SO obvious. And it’s the quickest way to lose website visitors.
I’ve spoken with a lotta people who said that if something is AI-written, they immediately shop elsewhere or unsubscribe.
At the very least, I think most people can agree that it’s a BIG turn-off…
When I write copy, I try to inject it with my client’s personality and brand voice. I want people to feel like they know you by the time they reach the bottom of the page. Like they just had a real conversation with a good friend (rather than a bot).
That’s what builds trust… and gets the conversion.
Don’t get me wrong…
I still use AI throughout my process. But mostly to brainstorm ideas, summarize research and polish the copy. Not to actually write the copy from scratch.
Go from "where are the sales?" to "turn OFF the ads"
(That’s not some far fetched claim BTW… that actually happened with one of my clients!)
Howdy!
I’m Mary Bolling (it’s a double name — cause my mom was from the South — but you can call me Mary for short).
So why should you trust me when it comes to your marketing?
Well, over the past 8 years I’ve poured hundreds of hours into marketing and conversion copywriting training (#nerdalert).
Plus, I’ve helped my clients get some preeeetty amazing results.
Like helping one client triple his conversions with a conversion-driven landing page. And helping another client get a 1400% ROAS from a Google Ads campaign (compared to the industry average of 300%).
Oh and there’s one more thing you should know about me…
I care a LOT about my clients’ success.
But talk is cheap. Lemme give you an example…
I once helped a client with an online course launch. For a fixed price, I promised her a set number of deliverables. Including a 5,000-word sales page and 15 emails. But no implementation.
Well, I ended up delivering a 10,000-word sales page. And 22 high-converting emails.
And no, it’s not ’cause I just felt like doing more work. I did it because I realized that the additional copy was necessary in order for the launch to convert.
But that’s not all…
My client’s VA set up the sales page and emails — and let’s just say they did not look good (side note: this is why you don’t hire a VA to design your sales page!).
But the VA wasn’t available, so I went into the Kajabi backend myself and spent an additional 20+ hours optimizing the sales page and emails. Without charging anything extra.
Many other marketers might have just been like “meh, whatever.” Or only delivered the bare minimum.
Not me. I will do whatever it takes to get you results. Even if that means my hourly rate goes down to $50/hour.
“Mary got us results beyond what anyone else could deliver”
We had used one marketing vendor and our own skills to attempt to generate a steady flow of a certain kind of lead. We were fairly unsuccessful. The vendor charged us almost $20,000 and delivered one lead. Our own efforts were more successful by far, but not consistent.
Mary is very deliberate, professional, and methodical in her process. That process delivered unbelievable results for us where everything else had failed. Mary got us results beyond what anyone else could deliver and beyond our business's capacity to keep up; and that's just on the trial budget.
We have more leads and more conversions than we'd frankly dreamed possible. I had a discussion with my partner today about expanding our hiring and taking on debt to meet the extra business. We signed about 15 new cases in one month. A great result would have been 3. A fantastic result would have been 5. These results are on track to change our business completely.”
-Tom Kayes, Civil Rights Lawyer
My feedback has even helped other copywriters (!)
“Mary offered fantastic insights into my sales page. She helped me clarify my messaging and optimize my page for better conversions.
As a copywriter myself, I understand the value of getting a second pair of eyes on any offer. What I didn’t expect to discover was that elements of my own copy didn’t relay the value of my offer as succinctly as I hoped.
This has been a hugely valuable experience for me and I recommend Mary’s evaluation to anyone looking to launch or boost conversions - even if you are a copywriter.”
-Abi Prendergast, Creator of Day #1 Evergreen and Best-selling author
My messaging is so effective that leads felt “betrayed’ when my client didn’t take on their case
“Your messaging really is amazing. I just had a check-in with the team. They frequently get, 'I feel like you guys really understand me' comments. Very frequently. So much so, that some folks feel hurt and betrayed when we can’t take their cases. Which is the problem I’d rather have, as opposed to no one wanting our help. All credit to you!”
-Tom Kayes, Civil Rights Lawyer
Here’s what Dr. Mark Hyman’s Chief Content officer had to say…
(shameless name drop I know, forgive me)
“Over the course of my career, I’ve worked with several hundred writers. Which is to say: I’m used to being disappointed. But the very first time I worked with Mary, I had some pretty unusual feedback. Here’s what I wrote to her:
“Ummm . . . this is flat-out FANTASTIC!
I essentially have no notes. It's really well written. Tone is spot on. It's engaging, persuasive, and effortless to read.
I’m really impressed. It's the best copy I've seen in a LONG time.”
Pretty sure you get the picture: If you’re looking for a great copywriter, I’m confident Mary will knock it out of the park for you.”
That same client loved my copy so much he left me not one, but TWO testimonials. Here’s what else he had to say:
“Mary looks great copywriting look effortless.”
“She strives to understand everything about your products and customers, and then expertly tailors her message to match your brand voice. In my experience, she’s highly persuasive without seeming pushy. She presses on pain points without overdoing it. And she taps into emotions without sounding manipulative.
Most of all, she knows how to use words to get outstanding results. If you need marketing copy that truly connects and converts, you won’t find anyone better.”
-Adam Campbell
President & Chief Content Officer, Hyman Health
Previously: Chief Content Officer for Men’s Health, Women’s Health, Prevention, Runner’s World, and Bicycling
“I had more leads, most students booking calls with me…”
Some more kind words…
(This is the part where I blush profusely…)
“It’s like you crawled inside my head to write that sales page”
“I’m super excited about the page and the launch!! You’re awesome! It’s like you crawled inside my head to write that sales page, you really understand where I’m coming from and what I'm doing with my program. I can see the results of all of the hard work and research you’ve put in behind the scenes!”
-Kristen Blake, Integrative Health Nutritionist