October 2017

Interview with a Barefoot Writer: Paul Hollingshead

Paul Hollingshead on how he went from drudgery to the kind of lifestyle most writers only dream of

The “Gold Rush Secret” to Making Money as a Freelance Copywriter

By following the money, you can have lasting success as freelance copywriter. And the money path points toward the information publishing industry.

Special Announcement: American Writers & Artists Institute Names Jedd Canty as 2017 Copywriter of the Year

2017 Copywriter Jedd Canty tells us all about his journey into copywriting and the Financial niche. Check out what he shares in an interview with Katie after being announced at this year's Fast Track to Copywriting Success Bootcamp and Job Fair

You Can Increase Client Referrals by Asking 3 Simple Questions

A simple way to increase referrals. Even in today’s age of automated lead generation, most businesses say they get their best customers through referrals.

Use These Seven “How-to” Headline Starters NOW

Use these seven “how-to” headline starters to write compelling headlines that capture your reader’s attention and more.

Using the Power of a Like-Minded Community in Your Copywriting Journey to Success

If you need a community of support in your quest for the writer’s life, we’ve got the answer. You don’t have to go it alone.

A Handy Site Audit Checklist for SEO and Content Writing that Works — And Leads to More Projects

A paid website audit is a gateway to new writing projects. Use this checklist to identify weaknesses on your client’s website. Then, get paid to fix them.

A Perfectly Scripted Conversation for Your Role as a Highly Paid Web Content Detective

You can follow this script from Pam Foster to land both a Site Audit project and more paid work afterward. She walks you through how it works here.

Are You an Impostor? Take the Quiz

Do you ever feel like an imposter? Many writers do. Internationally recognized expert Valerie Young reveals three action steps you can take to overcome it.

The Best Copywriting Clients — and the Worst

Bob Bly explains what to expect when working with a variety of companies that hire copywriters, plus how to determine which are the right clients for you.

3 Simple Strategies for Getting the Most Out of Your Writing Time

Master Copywriter Mike Palmer reveals three strategies that can make a big difference to your productivity and success as a copywriter.