One of the biggest worries copywriters (and freelancers in general) have is: what if I do a project...and then my client doesn't pay me? First, the good news: this is so unbelievably rare. Clients are running businesses. And, if they want to stay in business, they're going to want to pay you (and any other service provider they work with). But, what happens if a … [Read more...]
Freelance Copywriter Benefits: How to Build Your Own Benefits Package
One of the major reasons would-be copywriters and copywriters who are working a full-time job don't go freelance is because of benefits. The common misconception is that as a freelancer, you don't get the same benefits as an employee. And that's just not true. The truth is, you have to build those benefits into your rates. And, while that may seem daunting, actually gives … [Read more...]
BONUS Laser Coaching: Lower the Pressure on Pitching
If you find yourself putting off pitching because it feels intimidating, you’re not alone. But in order for pitching to feel less intimidating you need to START pitching. On this bonus podcast episode, CCA student Alex joins Nicki and Kate for a Laser Copy Coaching session to dig into why she finds pitching overwhelming. If you're looking for guidance on how to overcome … [Read more...]
Ep. 112: Want to Earn Six Figures as a Copywriter? Get Your Finances in Order
A major part of setting and reaching your copywriting income goals is to get your finances in order. That's right, you need to get a full picture of your finances and be diligent about tracking them if you want to stay on track. In this episode, Nicki and Kate share advice from their experience on how to manage your copywriting finances to help your business flourish. Listen … [Read more...]
Your Copywriting Business Plan for a Successful 2025
An important part of business is creating and executing your copywriting business plan. To help you plan a successful year ahead, you need to look back as well as ahead. Here we look at some key elements of your business plan as well as some other elements of life (relationships, health, etc.) that also need to be working well for you to ensure your success. Take some … [Read more...]
Ep. 111: From Financial Professional to Copywriter—Chaundell’s Story
A sure way to find success as a copywriter is to decide what your goal is and to continue to make any step you can towards that goal. CCA student Chaundell is a perfect example of the success you can find when you refuse to let anything get in between you and success. Listen in to this episode to hear Chaundell share her story with Nicki and Kate and explain what she's learned … [Read more...]
Ep. 110: What’s Your Copywriting Career Path?
At the beginning of your career, you may think that all you want to do is become a freelance copywriter. And that's great! But, it's also important to stay open to different directions that your copywriting career could take you. In today's episode, Nicki and Kate share examples of some of the various paths your career might follow and offer advice on how progress your career … [Read more...]
Ep. 109: The Right Way to Raise Copywriting Rates
How much you make in your copywriting career has a direct relationship with the rates you charge. In this episode, Nicki and Kate are sharing insights on how to raise your rates and when you should. Listen in to learn the best way to tell you clients about a rate increase, how to evaluate your rates, and when you should. Looking for closed captioning or a … [Read more...]
BONUS Laser Coaching: Tips for Neurodivergent Copywriters
Part of being a successful copywriter is using what makes your unique to your advantage! In this laser coaching session, CCA student Martha speaks with Nicki and Kate about how she can build a successful career as a neurodivergent copywriter. Listen in to learn best practices for turning a personal trait into a personal strength that sets you apart from other … [Read more...]
Ep. 108: Is Copywriting the Same as Copy Editing?
First off, copywriting and copyediting are not the same thing. That you may already know. In this episode, Nicki and Kate elaborate on why the two are completely different skills and why you don't have to offer both. Listen in to learn why being a professional copywriter doesn't make you a professional copy editor. Need help finding the typos in your own copywriting? Here … [Read more...]