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Ep. 91: Transitioning Out of Teaching to Copywriting – George’s Story

By Nicki Krawczyk

Nicki Krawczyk, founder of Filthy Rich Writer and the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast

Ever feel like you haven't quite found the answer to "what do you want to be when you grow up?" You're not alone. A former teacher, salesman, and archeologist, George Gorringe tried several careers before finding one he loved: copywriting. In this episode of the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast, Nicki and Kate speak with CCA student George about his quick rise to … [Read more...]

Ep. 87: Landing a Senior Copywriter Role with No Paid Experience – Mike’s Story

By Nicki Krawczyk

Nicki Krawczyk, founder of Filthy Rich Writer and the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast

Today Nicki and Kate are joined by special guest and Comprehensive Copywriting Academy student Mike Lamb. Our hosts and Mike discuss how he landed his senior copywriter position and the path that led him from his past career as a compliance officer to becoming a successful copywriter. Listen to today’s episode for insights Mike has learned throughout his journey as a … [Read more...]

BONUS: Earning More As a Freelancer than On Staff – Catching Up With Stuart

By Nicki Krawczyk

Nicki Krawczyk, founder of Filthy Rich Writer and the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast

Have you ever wondered how a freelance copywriting income might compare to an on-staff income? Lucky for you, we are catching up with CCA Student turned student coach, Stuart Tarn, and he's sharing all of the details about his move from on staff to freelance. In this episode of the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast, Nicki and Kate speak with Stuart about how he's … [Read more...]

Ep. 83: From Freelancer to On Staff Copywriter – Christina’s Story

By Nicki Krawczyk

Nicki Krawczyk, founder of Filthy Rich Writer and the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast

Meet Christina, a Comprehensive Copywriting Academy student, and public school teacher turned copywriter extraordinaire. When Christina left teaching, she knew that her next career needed to be doing something she loved, but still flexible enough to fit the needs of her family picture. Then, she found the CCA and used it to turn her skills into a successful copywriting career … [Read more...]

Ep. 79: Hitting 6 Figures as a Copywriter & Cookbook Author – Kristin’s Story

By Nicki Krawczyk

Nicki Krawczyk, founder of Filthy Rich Writer and the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast

Today we are excited to check in with Comprehensive Copywriting Academy student Kristin Donnelly. Kristin is a successful food writer and cookbook author who was trying to figure out how to increase her income. After joining the CCA, she gained more confidence working with well-seasoned copywriters and has hit her income goal writing copy. Listen in as Kristin shares … [Read more...]

Ep. 75: How to Be a Part-Time Copywriter with a Full-Time Job – Catching Up with Alicia

By Nicki Krawczyk

Nicki Krawczyk, founder of Filthy Rich Writer and the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast

Today we're checking in with a Comprehensive Copywriting Academy student and former podcast guest, Alicia Castro. Alicia has built a six-figure part-time copywriting business alongside her full-time job and is sharing her top tips for those trying to balance their copywriting career with life outside of it. If you're looking to work part-time as a copywriter or use copy as a … [Read more...]

Ep. 71: A Decade of Copywriting – Jay’s Story

By Nicki Krawczyk

Nicki Krawczyk, founder of Filthy Rich Writer and the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast

In honor of Filthy Rich Writer's 10-year anniversary, we're celebrating throughout 2022 and wanted to touch base with some of the earliest copywriting students Nicki worked with and trained. On today's episode of the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast, Nicki and Kate are catching up with Jason Schneider, a copywriter with a decade of experience writing for a variety of … [Read more...]

Ep. 67: Copywriting as a Creative Outlet for an Actor – James’s Story

By Nicki Krawczyk

Nicki Krawczyk, founder of Filthy Rich Writer and the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast

Meet James, a Comprehensive Copywriting Academy student, who comes from an acting and filmmaking background. He has found early success in his copywriting career by pairing his CCA training with the creative talent he developed through his personal journey. In this episode, James talks to Nicki and Kate about how copywriting has been a perfect match for him and how he is able … [Read more...]

Ep. 63: Part-Time Copywriting as Part of a Full-Time Career – Nicole’s Story

By Nicki Krawczyk

Nicki Krawczyk, founder of Filthy Rich Writer and the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast

When Nicole first joined the Comprehensive Copywriting Academy in late 2019, she was house sitting and planned to build her freelance copywriting business. Then 2020 happened. Nicole took a full-time job teaching at a college and didn't know if she would ever go back to copywriting. Of course in another 2020 twist, her course load was reduced. Copywriting became her security … [Read more...]

Ep. 59: Buying a New Home with Copywriting Income – Shannon’s Story

By Nicki Krawczyk

Nicki Krawczyk, founder of Filthy Rich Writer and the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast

Eight years ago Shannon, a Comprehensive Copywriting Academy student, had to leave the workforce to try and manage her fibromyalgia. She continued looking for a job that would not only bring in income, but, as she says, "fuel her soul" and allow her to set her schedule. Within one year of joining the CCA, Shannon went from relying on the food bank to being able to buy a new … [Read more...]

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