We’ve Just Made It Much Easier for You
to Make Your First $10,000!

For the past few years, we’ve had an open invitation for AWAI members to write a sales letter for our Accelerated Program for Six-Figure Copywriting. The offer was very straight-forward: Write a letter that beats the control, and we’ll pay you $10,000.

That offer is still available to all AWAI members … but now we’ve expanded it to give you many more opportunities to get paying assignments from us … no matter where you are on your journey to becoming a six-figure copywriter.

With the New & Improved “$10,000 Challenge,” you’ll have …

a much bigger variety of assignments to choose from,
access to insider tips and secrets for completing each project, and
unlimited chances to earn cash.

This is a serious opportunity to earn hundreds or even thousands of dollars – before you even finish the program. And, it’s a great way to grab our attention for future assignments.

Every Year At Least One AWAI Member Will Be Offered a $10,000 Contract From AWAI

Meet Our Latest “$10K Challenge” Winner, Joshua Boswell …

“When I first entered the world of copywriting, I was hungry … almost desperate … for writing assignments. I needed money and I needed writing samples. I think most of us are that way at first. That is what makes the new $10k Challenge AWAI has put together so amazing. You can start earning money, create a very nice portfolio, and get on-going feedback from the masters even before you finish the basic writing program. I’m so thankful for this opportunity!”

Joshua Boswell,
AWAI member and working copywriter

As an active member, it’s easy for you to participate in the new Challenge. Just click on any of the assignments from the list below that interest you. There’s no limit to how many assignments you select or how many versions you submit. When you’ve got your copy just the way you want it, email it to me. If we decide to test what you send in, you’ll get a call or an email from me … and a check!

Once a year my staff and I will review the “results” for all the submissions we’ve tested. By that I mean, we’ll evaluate sales results, profits earned, and the breakthrough nature of the copy. Then, based on those results, we’ll select at least one person to receive additional contracted assignments from us – to the tune of $10,000!

Sound good so far? Keep reading … it gets even better.

The Ultimate “Win-Win” Situation

If you’re wondering why I’ve agreed to hand out an additional $10,000 worth of assignments to at least one of our members each year, it’s very simple, really …

Our current pool of copywriters can’t keep up with our insane demand. So we really need new, motivated copywriters.

And, unless I miss my guess, you – and some of our other members – are ready to prove yourself and start making money as a copywriter as soon as possible.

When you put the two together, you can see how this new and improved Challenge solves both of our dilemmas. You’ll have a much easier way to get paid assignments, and we’ll find talented copywriters who already speak our language.

If You’re a Member of AWAI’s Six-Figure Copywriting Program, You Can Earn Cash for Writing E-ads, Articles, and Short Letters

Words of Advice From Krista Jones, Past $10K Winner

“I hope you’ll take full advantage of this opportunity. It’s the easiest way I know of to score a paid assignment when you're just starting out. So give each project your best shot and you might be shocked—as I was—at how quickly your career takes off. I wish you well!”

Krista Jones,
AWAI member and working copywriter

With the old “$10K Challenge,” you had to write a full-blown direct-mail package to have the chance at winning $10,000. But now you can earn cash over and over again by completing simple projects like renewal or reactivation letters, e-ads, and editorial content for e-letters.

Below you’ll see the list of current projects we need copy for, plus the fee you’ll be paid if we decide to test your letter. When you click on each link, you’ll find more details about the assignment plus useful tips that will help you produce a winner.

It’s very possible that one of these smaller projects could lead to a future full-blown sales promotion. And that could put you in our pool of “go-to” writers. You might even become our next super success story!

ATTN: Master’s Program Members – You Can Earn $2,000 or More for Each Challenge You Do!

If you’re a member of our Master’s Program, you have the opportunity to work on larger-scale promos right away. Yes, the projects are bigger … and so is the pay!

Here’s how it will work …

Write a headline and lead for any of the products listed below that interest you.

Acquisition Efforts vs. Backend Efforts

As you look over the following Spec Challenges, you’ll notice that some are “acquisition” efforts, some are “backend” efforts, and others are both. Acquisition simply means that the promo is for new prospects – people who have not previously bought one of our programs. Backend means it’s a product or service that we offer to current members.

Send your copy directly to me. I’ll review it with my marketing team, and if we decide we’d like to test it (meaning … it contains fresh ideas, good, conversational writing, new and stronger sales angles and – most importantly, copy we think will sell), we’ll pay you $1,000 before asking you to start working on the rest of the letter.

And here’s where things get even more exciting …

Paul Hollingshead, Don Mahoney, Bob Bly, or someone else on our Board of Advisors will be your “copy chief” for the rest of the letter!

Why is that such a big deal? Because your “copy chief” will be the primary person giving you insights and feedback on your copy. It’s like getting paid to have Don, Bob, Paul or another copywriting master critique your work.

Then, when the letter is complete, we’ll send you another $1,000 check.

AND …

If your letter is a winner, you’ll get a rollout bonus! And, of course, your submission will be included when we’re conducting our annual review of all Challenge results. If you are selected, you will be guaranteed an additional $10,000 worth of future assignments from us.

I think you’ll agree that’s a pretty sweet deal!

“The nice thing about writing for AWAI is they have great products and a great story to tell. I've written three AWAI promos so far. The 'glicken' for me was actually researching and revisiting products that, as well as helping improve my copywriting skills, keep me focused on the things I need to be doing on a daily basis to have a successful and well-rounded career as a professional copywriter.”

John Wood,
AWAI member and working copywriter

3 Ways You Can Win With the New “$10K Challenge” …

The New & Improved “$10K Challenge” gives you three advantages you just won’t find anywhere else.

First, you can build your portfolio (and earn some decent cash) before you even finish the program.

Second, you can launch a profitable career with relatively little effort.

And third, you can land $10,000 worth of work on top of your other writing fees!

All you have to do to set the ball in motion is click on one (or more!) of the links below. I look forward to reading your submissions in the coming weeks and months!

Best wishes,

Katie Yeakle
AWAI Executive Director

P.S. We’ll be adding new assignments regularly, so be sure and check this site often.

P.P.S. If you are not a member of AWAI’s Copywriting or Master’s Program, click here to learn more!

If You’re in the Basic Copywriting Program or the Master’s Program, You Qualify for These Spec Challenge Writing Opportunities …

Winning Submission Fees:

If we decide to test your copy, you’ll get a call or an email from Katie Yeakle, Executive Director of AWAI … along with a check for the project fee indicated.

Note: You can click on the product name to learn more about each product. AWAI Members should click on the “Get Started” button to get more information on the submission details.

Acceleration Letter for the Basic Copywriting Program | Fee: $350
Reactivation Letter for the Basic Copywriting Program | Fee: $350
E-ads | Fee: $50/ad
Articles for “The Golden Thread” | Fee: $200
Editorial for “Early-to-Rise” and Other E-letters | Fee: $200
Ads for eBookstore Products | Fee: $50/ad

If You’re in the Master’s Program, You Qualify for These Larger-Scale Spec Challenge Writing Opportunities …