As writers our clients hire us to ... well ... write! So, what happens when you know your client wants to take the copy in the wrong direction? Do you speak up? Or do you just roll with what they want? As you'll hear in this laser coaching session, there are a few ways to tactfully and professionally disagree with your client in a way that further positions you as a valuable … [Read more...]
Episode 193: Tips for Copywriting While Staying with Friends & Family 😳
Having the ability work from anywhere is a HUGE benefit of being a copywriter. For many of us, that means we can visit and spend more time with loved ones. And that's a huge perk—we love our friends and family! It's 100% doable to work from their homes. But working remote from family and friends' homes is a very different experience than working from pretty much anywhere else. … [Read more...]
Summer Rewind: Ep 15. Traits of the Most Successful Copywriters
Learn the indispensable traits that forge a successful copywriter with Nicki and Kate. From resilience to creativity, learn the insider attributes that could shift your writing career into high gear. It's not just about witty words; it's the hustle, learning curve, and more in this value-packed discussion. Are you embodying the characteristics that clients covet? Tune in and … [Read more...]
Episode 180: Thriving as a Neurodivergent Copywriter – Cleo’s Story
There’s a reason Dolly Parton (and many others!) found success singing about why working the 9 to 5 sucks—for a lot of people, it just does. And when you’re neurodivergent like Comprehensive Copywriting Academy student and coach Cleo, it can almost feel impossible. But since going freelance as a copywriter and being in control of nearly every aspect of her professional … [Read more...]
Episode 159: 8 Tips You Can Use Right Now to Step Up Your Freelance Copywriting Game
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 … [Read more...]
Episode 158: Set Your Future Self Up for Success Right Now
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 … [Read more...]
Episode 154: How Freelancers Can Masterfully Juggle Multiple Projects – with Kaitlyn Spinney
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 … [Read more...]
BONUS: Laser Coaching – Balancing a Copywriting Career with an Acting Career
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, … [Read more...]
Episode 150: A Day in the Life of a Copywriter
One of the selling points of a career in copywriting is the flexibility of how you structure your work. But if you’re not yet making your living as a full-time copywriter, you might be wondering how a copywriter actually spends their time. While this is going to look completely different from one person to another (especially as there are different routes like … [Read more...]
Episode 149: The Worst Advice for New Freelancers (And What to Do Instead)
No one's born knowing how to freelance–just like no one's born knowing how to write copy. So if you’re told to hold your nose and jump into freelancing without a schedule for finding clients or how you’re going to work, you’re probably not going to build the career you want. If you are going to take the leap into freelancing, you need to make sure that there is a net (and … [Read more...]