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AWAI’s 90-Day Success Intensive: How Three Carefully Chosen Rocks Can Catapult Your Copywriting Career

It was 15 minutes to show time, and I suddenly found myself running across a busy street in San Francisco, frantically searching for the nearest Walgreens. My mission: To find a box of Kleenex and bring it back to the Dalai Lama. Never had a simple box of tissues taken on such importance, both for what it was about to do, and the nose it was about to serve.

Unlock the Hidden Opportunity Tailor-Made for Passionate Writers

It’s one of the Top 10–ranked universities in the U.S. And since it also happens to be in Chicago, which was Neal Taparia’s home state, going to Northwestern University made perfect sense. His older sister attended Northwestern and had a great experience. So really, it was a no-brainer to choose that school. Now, as you know, many of the assignments you do while in college require writing term papers and essays. And you have to cite your sources.

Answers to the 4 Common Outreach Questions Aspiring Writers Have

I’m thrilled to hear you’ve come this far and taken all the right steps toward getting clients, especially compiling your list using AI, searching LinkedIn, and identifying the trade associations your ideal clients would belong to. Those are all excellent resources, and they complement each other perfectly.

Not Sure How to Get Started? Get Inspiration from These Successful Writers

So for inspiration, encouragement, a boost, and ideas for how to move forward from where you are now, check out these stories of everyday people who have created successful writing careers.

9 Ways to Make Money Writing Stories for Businesses

Whether you’re a natural-born storyteller or it’s a skill you want to hone, you can learn how to weave stories into your writing projects. Storytelling is one of the most compelling elements of marketing you can learn. Imagine the stories you can share in these nine writing project examples.

How to Use the 3 Rs for Writing an Amazingly Good Story… One Your Client Will Gladly Pay You Top Dollar to Do

Storytelling is an essential skill to have because it allows us to connect with others on a deeper level. Whether we are crafting a fictional tale or sharing a personal experience, storytelling lets us communicate ideas, emotions, and experiences in a way that engages the reader. Sandy Franks shares how to use the 3 Rs for writing an amazingly good story.

Living the Writer's Life: Andrew Murray

When I spoke with Andrew Murray from his home south of Sydney, he was just back from a two-month trip with his wife to Southeast Asia. But long-term, far-off travel has become the norm for Andrew, all thanks to being able to write for a living. Enjoy the story of what got him here and how he’s making the most of it.

Building a “Better Home” for Your Words… (and Why It Could Catapult Your Writing Career)

As a copywriter, you’ve spent countless hours learning how to write copy and content. And thanks to that time you’ve invested in honing your craft, chances are you’ve landed a few clients and are living some version of your writer’s life. But how do you get to the next level?

Here’s What Celebrated Copywriter and Mentor Marcella Allison Is Most Excited About in the Industry…

In this short video clip, master copywriter and copy chief Marcella Allison shares what she’s excited most about in the industry and how you can use it to open the door and make your mark.

Living the Writer's Life: Melanie Warren

Melanie Warren is the kind of person who sets her sights on something and goes all in. So even though she took a curvy road to get to copywriting, once she found it, she soared. Read on to discover how she built up a successful writing business fast, and don’t miss the part about her magical Vegas Christmas, which is bound to inspire every up-and-coming family-minded writer.

Dan Nelken, Creative Director and International Bestselling Author, to Join Us at Bootcamp 2024

We’re thrilled to have Dan Nelken, creative director, copywriter, and international bestselling author, with us for the first time ever at Bootcamp 2024.

Marcella Allison, AWAI Bootcamp Speaker Alumna and Mentor, to Join Us at Bootcamp 2024

Marcella is a celebrated copywriter and mentor, known for her high-level connections within our industry and her exceptional ability to guide writers to success. As the founder of Titanides, a community for female copywriters, Marcella’s expertise in direct response and marketing strategy is unmatched. Listen in as Marcella tells you what she’s excited about sharing at this year’s Bootcamp. (Hint: It’s something that will help you move faster!)

How Writers Can Earn Up to $300 an Hour Telling Stories

Picture for a moment… You’re looking for a water filtration system for your kitchen. Just the right one. After all, they’re an expensive investment, often $500-plus. Some sit under the sink and need to be hooked up… Some sit on top of the counter but take up valuable space… Some filter certain things out, and others use a different type of filtration system to protect you against other contaminants. Because this is costly and will be used daily, you want to make the best choice. So, you do your research. You look at the features of each type of system. How it works. What it protects you from. Which doctor or professional endorses it. Eventually, you’ve narrowed your options down to two brands. But how do you decide?

New Writer and Don’t Know Where to Start? Do This…

Today, however, new and aspiring copywriters don’t have it so easy. Because the path isn’t as clear-cut as it was 20+ years ago. Nowadays, the options are endless! You can choose to write sales letters… do SEO copywriting… write chatbot scripts… focus on case studies or white papers… social media… and more. And while this is great because there’s so much opportunity… The downside is that it can be overwhelming and keep you from choosing. Instead, you end up spinning your wheels and not making any real progress toward your dream of the writer’s life. That’s why Guillermo wants to help out — and give you a simple path to follow.

40 Booming Niches for B2B Copywriters in 2024

Despite the lingering aftereffects of the pandemic and the burden of inflation, there are many good things happening during these challenging times.

A Hot New B2B Project You Should Know About

Recently, Lisa started to get questions from some copywriters in her B2B Writers International group about how to price a new kind of project they were being asked to take on. A couple were small projects that were easy to price. But a couple were much bigger in scope. It wasn’t until the third such request that she realized there might be something going on… a new trend in the market that spelled opportunity for B2B content writers.

September Issue: Mental Tricks for Writers

Just released, the September issue of Barefoot Writer!

Five Million-Dollar Copywriter Moves You Can Master by Binge-Watching Bridgerton with Your Bestie

Here are five million-dollar copywriter moves you can master by binge-watching Bridgerton with your bestie.

Living the Writer's Life: Jay Simon

After company cutbacks, Jay Simon decided he’d rather venture out on his own in a field he enjoyed. A tip from a friend set him in the direction of copywriting, and he jumped in with full intensity. His early dedication to learning the craft paid off quickly, and now he gets to be a hands-on dad to his young son, travel, and still bring in a healthy income. Enjoy Jay’s account of how he launched a writing career to love.

Getting Writing Advice from a Fighter Pilot

When Kathleen was recently forced to attend a motivational speech at her day job, she was prepared to zone out... she didn't need an overpaid sports figure to motivate her to do her job. Then the speaker was introduced as a former Air Force Fighter Pilot and Lead Solo Thunderbird Pilot. She was intrigued.

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