• American Writers & Artists Inc.

April 2003

Selling-Yourself Tip: How to Raise Your Rates April 28, 2003 (04:20:16 pm)

Bob Bly on how to raise your rates with a client.

Success Story: How Kammy Thurman Got Her First Writing Job … Then Her First Copywriting Job – and What She Did When They Asked Her for Samples
April 28, 2003 (04:19:34 pm)

Kammy Thurman shares how she landed her first copywriting job and gives you insight on how to handle it when a client asks for writing samples.

Body (Copy) Language: Six Accidental Messages Copywriters Send April 21, 2003 (04:18:57 pm)

John Forde reveals six mistakes that copywriters make in the body of their sales packages.

AWAI's $10,000 Challenge April 21, 2003 (04:18:35 pm)

Lori Appling announces AWAI's ongoing copywriting contest—the 10k challenge.

The First 8 Questions Your Client Should Answer Upfront April 14, 2003 (04:16:47 pm)

Krista Jones gives you eight questions you should ask your client before beginning your next project.

Why Clients Rewrite Your Copy (and How to Handle It) April 14, 2003 (04:15:38 pm)

Bob Bly provides tips on how to work with clients who rewrite your copy.

Another Great Tip for Landing Clients April 07, 2003 (04:11:45 pm)

Bob Bly answers an AWAI member's question on approaching clients.

How Close is Too Close for Copy? April 07, 2003 (04:11:20 pm)

John Forde shares strategies for establishing the right level of connection and familiarity with your readers.