Living the Writer's Life: Craig Grossman
By Mindy McHorse
September 24, 2022 (05:00:44 am)

Inspiration can come from anywhere. For Craig Grossman, inspiration comes from various aspects of the AWAI courses he’s studied or even from his clients. He’ll take one idea and turn it into a blog article or use it to enhance a website. That is just one of the skills this gourmet-food-brokerage-owner-turned-copywriter uses to run his new B2B copywriting business. Today, Craig truly is an artist and writing is his creative outlet. Enjoy his story…

Living the Writer's Life: Holly Emery
By Mindy McHorse
September 17, 2022 (05:00:50 am)

When Holly Emery took AWAI’s Master Certification for Direct Response Copywriters, she was hoping to build a career to take her away from a job in the private sector. Then, a chance referral from a friend who introduced her to a client in the mindset coaching niche. In this interview, you’ll learn how Holly was able to navigate this first big project and even secure a monthly retainer. Plus, you’ll find out how Holly avoids ever having to write under pressure. Her “nightstand trick” may just help you sleep better too!

How AWAI’s Copywriting Success & Getting Clients Bootcamp Became Ground Zero for Launching Successful Writing Careers
September 10, 2022 (08:32:53 am)

AWAI member Jon Stoltzfus is a textbook case of someone who experienced breakthrough success very quickly after attending his first Bootcamp. Read more about him!

Inside Local SEO Content Writing Opportunities — Free Webinar and Q&A
By Rebecca Matter
September 03, 2022 (05:00:04 am)

There are all kinds of freelance writing clients in your own geographic region — local clients who need help with SEO content writing to attract more online traffic and sales. Join us to discover what SEO content writing can do for local businesses … how to find clients near you … and resources to get started right away.

Living the Writer's Life: Rachael Gray
By Mindy McHorse
August 27, 2022 (05:00:48 am)

When she first started, this young woman took the copywriting world by storm — achieving incredible success while still in her 20s. Today, her name is a bit different and her outlook on life has evolved to include meditation, better self-care… and still… incredible copywriting skills. You’ll love this peek into the daily life of copywriting rock star Rachael Aurora Gray.

7 Ways to Make More Money as a Writer — Free Webinar and Q&A
By Rebecca Matter
August 27, 2022 (05:00:48 am)

As a writer you have choices … you choose what to write about and who you work with. You also choose how much money you make. Here are seven “levers” you can pull to make more.

Congratulations to Our August 2022 Email-Writing Contest Winners — Earning a $200 Prize
By Pam Foster
August 26, 2022 (11:24:42 am)

From over 100 submissions, Pam Foster announces the 3 winners of the $200 prize from our writing contest focused on writing an email about “What I’ll Do with the First $1K I Earn as a Freelance Writer” in The Writer’s Life.

Living the Writer's Life: John Diamondidis
By Mindy McHorse
August 20, 2022 (05:00:16 am)

When did you first decide you might have some writing skill? Was it because of a writing contest? A blog article? Or, like John Diamondidis, was it on a TV set while filming a promo for your professional wrestling career?! We hope you’ll enjoy this interview where John shares some of his top tips for new writers. And remember, when in doubt… “Writers write!”

Your B2B Six-Figure Writing Opportunity Playback Is Here!
August 16, 2022 (01:22:25 pm)

HOT: Exclusive “One-on-One” Interview with the Master Writer Steve Slaunwhite. Learn why B2B writing offers one of the surest and fastest paths to making six figures a year with just a handful of clients.

Meet Social Media Expert Mari Smith, “The Queen of Facebook” Taking the Bootcamp Stage for the First Time
August 16, 2022 (12:00:51 pm)

”The Queen of Facebook” Mari Smith is taking the Bootcamp stage for the first time this October. Get a virtual front row seat for up-to-date copywriting guidance based on her work with AAA, AT&T, Adobe, Allstate, Bank of America, Cisco, Facebook, HubSpot, LS Retail, Pinterest, PNC Bank, Verizon, and more.

Congratulations to the Latest Winner of AWAI’s White Paper Spec Challenge, Awarded $5,000
August 06, 2022 (06:30:28 am)

Gordon Graham, That White Paper Guy, announces the winner of AWAI’s recent $5,000 White Paper Spec Challenge.

Living the Writer's Life: David Pederson
By Mindy McHorse
July 30, 2022 (05:30:41 am)

David Pederson is proud to live in the land of cowboys, bandits, and bankers… also known as SoCal. He found the world of copywriting through a desperate attempt to keep his job as a database administrator trying to persuade high-level executives to sign off on multimillion-dollar projects. Today, he uses those powers of persuasion to write in the health care and cybersecurity sectors. When asked about his dream location to live and work, David simply replied, “I’m here, writing to you from it.”

Congratulations — You’re Going to Bootcamp!
By Bonnie Fanning
July 28, 2022 (05:12:37 pm)

Bonnie Fanning announces the 2 winners of the $200 prize PLUS a free ticket to our Copywriting Success & Getting Clients Bootcamp from our ad writing contest!

Peek Inside the Industry-Famous Event that Will Transform Your Life in Just Four Days…
July 28, 2022 (09:52:38 am)

Check out this special Bootcamp 2022 video presentation and get the inside scoop on this year’s copywriting event of the year.

Starting a Writing Career in a Recession: AWAI Is in the News!
By Rebecca Matter
July 28, 2022 (05:00:30 am)

Freelance writing? In this economy? Watch this news story about AWAI success Sean McCool, who started during the Great Recession and is still going strong!

Living the Writer's Life: Bernie Boyd
By Mindy McHorse
July 23, 2022 (05:01:14 am)

Not everyone who joins AWAI ends up staying in copywriting. For many, this experience becomes a gateway to other opportunities they never expected to find. That’s what happened for Bernie Boyd. She started with AWAI in 2018 and eventually discovered her true passion as a project manager. It just so happened that one of her biggest clients for years was a community run by A-list copywriter Marcella Allison. Enjoy Bernie’s story...

The 10 BEST Digital Copywriting Opportunities for Writers Today — Free Webinar and Q&A
By Rebecca Matter
July 23, 2022 (05:00:37 am)

The opportunities for digital copywriters are so vast - and growing at a breakneck speed – that, with the right persuasive writing skills, you could earn a great living writing about any topic you choose and specializing in a wide variety of project types. Watch to discover 10 of the best digital copywriting projects for new and experienced writers, alike.

$200 Prize Winners Announced for The Writer’s Life MyBlender Pro Email Contest
By Bonnie Fanning
July 22, 2022 (12:04:22 pm)

From over 300 submissions, Nick Usborne announces the 3 winners of the $200 prize from our writing contest about MyBlender Pro in The Writer’s Life.

7 Specific Ways You Can Help the Companies Who Need You NOW More Than Ever… and Thrive as a Writer at the Same Time!
July 20, 2022 (09:00:03 am)

Here are seven ways you can help any client’s business — and set your writing career on a rocket path to success.

Congratulations to Zita Gustin, Our Latest Winner of AWAI’s Site Content Audit Report Challenge — Awarded with $2,000
July 09, 2022 (05:30:46 am)

Pam Foster announces the winner of AWAI’s recent $2,000 Site Content Audit Report Challenge.