Build Your Copywriting Business

As many teachers will know, the relentless nature of the job and never-ending to-do lists can certainly take their toll. After 11 years in the profession (frankly, anyone deserves a medal for that!), Comprehensive Copywriting Academy student Amanda knew it was time for a change. After making the fun realization that you can *actually* write for a living–and get paid extremely well–Amanda is enjoying more flexibility, more time with family, and a lot less stress. The icing on the cake? She’s now earning nearly double what she made as a teacher! Listen in as Amanda shares her full story with Nicki and Kate. --------------- Mentioned on this Episode Amanda’s Portfolio Related Links Master Your Money Mindset – With Brie SodanoHow to Calm Your Nerves for Meetings with Copywriting ClientsHow to Set Your Copywriting RatesBusiness Builder or Time Waster? --------------- Get Free Copywriting Training here 

The 2023 Summer Freelance summit brought you a star-powered lineup of expert speakers, dedicated to helping you progress your freelance career. Today’s podcast episode is breaking down three days’ worth of inspiration into a smattering of highlights to help you optimize your freelance business! From mastering your personal finances and combatting procrastination to implementing game-changing features on your website (and much more!), this is your chance to steal some of the most effective tactics that will boost your business as we soon enter 2024. --------------- Related Links Master Your Money Mindset – With Brie SodanoHow to Calm Your Nerves for Meetings with Copywriting ClientsHow to Set Your Copywriting RatesBusiness Builder or Time Waster? --------------- Get Free Copywriting Training here 

Today’s episode is a little bit Back to the Future-esque as we dive into the concept of setting your future self up for success. This is something the Filthy Rich Writer team is verrry big on, so we want to share some of the best actions that will make future you oh so thankful. Tend to drag your heels before sending an invoice? Always finding a reason not to update your portfolio? Listen in for some expert tips to help you smooth out your processes and make your future self proud. --------------- Related Links 5 Ways Super-Productive Copywriters Start Their DaysDaily Habits of the Most Successful Writers & CreativesWhat Are Your Copywriting Business Rules?3 Steps to Taking a Vacation as a Freelance CopywriterThe Right Way to Invoice Your Copywriting Clients --------------- Get Free Copywriting Training here 

If you’re anything like most of the members in our community, you’re probably the type of person who sets goals and measures yourself against “ideals”. But sometimes, in the pursuit of those dreams, we forget to give ourselves credit for what we’ve already achieved. Built your portfolio? Sent your first pitch? Landed your first client?! These are all HUUUGE wins worth celebrating! On today’s episode, Nicki and Kate are discussing some of the most valuable takeaways from the book The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy. If you find yourself slipping into “gap thinking” and dismissing your wins a bit too quickly, listen in to discover how you can find fulfillment again throughout your journey of achievement. --------------- Mentioned on this Episode Master Your Money Mindset – With Brie SodanoThe Gap and The Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy Related Links Should a Money Mindset Matter to Copywriters?Book Pick: Why Your Obsession with Money is Getting in the Way of Your Copywriting Success#1 Thing You Need to Do Throughout Your Copywriting Career --------------- Get Free Copywriting Training here 

On today’s Laser Coaching call, Nicki and Kate meet with a Comprehensive Copywriting Academy student who is wondering if she needs to change her approach when pitching ad agencies in particular. In this info-packed coaching call, you’ll hear advice around how to demonstrate that you can think strategically and what to do if resistance is getting in the way of your pitches! --------------- Related Links Copywriting for Ad Agencies: What to Expect and Why It’s Great for Your Career5 Ways to Vastly Improve Your Pitches to Would-Be Copywriting ClientsHow NOT to Pitch Potential Copywriting Clients --------------- Get Free Copywriting Training here 

Sonali, a former social worker, shares her inspiring journey from social work to a successful copywriting career. She set a goal to hit $5K a month by June 2023 and achieved it by April. Now, she aims for $10K a month. Sonali discusses the benefits of financial freedom and the flexibility to spend time with her family in India. Tune in to learn how to find success in copywriting and be your own superpower.

We’ve had the pleasure of hearing some truly remarkable stories and transformations from the students inside our Comprehensive Copywriting Academy. In this special episode, we’re giving you a roundup of some of the very best advice from our CCA students and working copywriters. What all of our success stories have in common? A willingness to embrace discomfort, dream a little bigger, and welcome new opportunities. Get ready to be inspired because if they can do it, what’s stopping you? --------------- Mentioned on this Episode Hitting 6 Figures As a Copywriter in 6 Months – Stacy’s StoryChanging Careers to Become a Copywriter – Adele’s StoryLanding a 4-Figure Project 2 Months In—Courtney’s StoryLanding a Senior Copywriter Role with No Paid Experience – Mike’s StoryBecoming a Social Media Copywriter & Manager – Carli’s StoryNavigating Ups and Downs in a Copywriting Career – Tammy’s Story Related Links Overcoming Copywriter Imposter SyndromeWhat to Do When You Feel InadequateWhat to Look for in a Copywriting Job5 Reasons You’re Not Getting Copywriting Job Responses --------------- Get Free Copywriting Training here 

Ever felt like your to-do list is about to stage a coup? Some tasks have practically set up camp there for what feels like forever, and you keep telling yourself you’ll get around to them… eventually. Here to arm you with the knowledge to tackle your to-do list with ease is our own operations manager and go-to problem-solver, Kaitlyn Spinney. Tune in to hear her expert advice on managing your time more effectively, reducing overwhelm, and the digital tools that could make your life a whole lot easier! ----------------- Related Links Amp Up Your Copywriting Productivity with Ultra Scheduling5 Ways Super-Productive Copywriters Start Their Days4 Tools to Stay On Top of Your To Do ListStaying Productive When I’m Unmotivated: Pomodoro TechniqueHow to Set Up Your Schedule When Working from Home --------------- Get Free Copywriting Training here

Copywriting is an ideal way to supplement your income. It’s flexible, creative, fun, and you can work with clients from anywhere. But when you’re not consistently working on your copywriting business and honing your skills, it can feel like an uphill battle. Comprehensive Copywriting Academy student Indigo is struggling to balance her acting career with her copywriting work, so asked Nicki and Kate to advise on how to switch between these two roles more effectively. In this Laser Coaching session, you’ll learn the significance of taking consistent small steps to successfully balance multiple careers. --------------- Related Links Can Copywriting Be a Side Hustle?Ep. 55: Building a Copywriting Side Hustle With a Full-Time Job – Claire’s StoryEp. 75: How to Be a Part-Time Copywriter with a Full-Time Job – Catching Up with Alicia --------------- Get Free Copywriting Training here 

As a copywriter, you get to write for a whole range of different brands and industries (especially when you follow our “no niche” advice). And while you might get your fair share of exciting projects writing about exotic travel, luxury products, and delicious food, other topics may seem a little more…dull.  We get it–it may seem hard to convince someone that a tractor part is going to transform their life. But it is your magical superpower as a copywriter that means you can turn any subject into an engaging piece of writing! In this episode, Nicki and Kate remind us why the target audience should be at the forefront of our minds if we want to write killer copy, especially for industries you’re less enthused about. --------------- Related Links Episode 137: How To Structure Your Copy for Every ProjectEpisode 126: Good vs. Bad Copywriting: How Do You Tell the Difference?Ep. 5: Why Choosing a Copywriting Niche is Terrible AdviceHow to Avoid the Copywriting Niche Trap --------------- Get Free Copywriting Training here