Every new year presents an opportunity for new plans and new goals. It’s a prime opportunity to jumpstart (or restart) your copywriting business. Personal resolutions are notoriously apt to fail, but you don’t have that luxury when it comes to your business resolutions. Here we go over tips for successful copywriting this year, including how to figure out what matters to … [Read more...]
Ep. 59: Buying a New Home with Copywriting Income – Shannon’s Story
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...]
Ep. 58: Gifts to Give Your Copywriting Business
It's time to treat yourself—and your business. Nicki and Kate are digging into gifts you can give your business, but these aren't your typical gifts. These are gifts that can help move your business forward, whether by giving you more time to focus on your business, boosting your skills, or taking care of your business's greatest asset: you. Looking for … [Read more...]
Get Your Copy of “Copywriting Strategies” by Our Own Nicki Krawczyk
We're thrilled to announce that now copywriters and business owners alike have a new resource for learning the foundational elements of copywriting and beginning to wield them: Copywriting Strategies: A No-Nonsense Guide to Writing Persuasive Copy for Your Business, written by the founder of Filthy Rich Writer, Nicki Krawczyk, is a clear and easy-to-understand introduction … [Read more...]
Ep. 57: 4 Ways Copywriters Can Accept Payments
As a copywriter, your goal is to ultimately get paid, right? But as a freelance copywriter, how do you ensure clients can pay you as easily as possible? Nicki and Kate break down four of the most common ways that copywriters can accept payments. As you know, our team is very much against paying for anything that isn't going to pay for itself or help move your business forward … [Read more...]
Ep. 56: What is a Copywriting Test and Should You Do One?
At some point in your copywriting career, you'll likely have a client that asks you to do a copy test. A copy test is a way for them to gauge whether or not you're a good fit for the job, particularly if they're hiring for a full-time job and want to find the best candidate for their role. That said, clients have many ways of conducting copy tests, whether it's a timed … [Read more...]
Ep. 55: Building a Copywriting Side Hustle With a Full-Time Job – Claire’s Story
Claire always dreamed of going into marketing and fell into a job in a completely different industry. While she loves her full-time job, she still held onto her dream of breaking into marketing. She decided to join the Comprehensive Copywriting Academy (CCA) in February of 2021, landed her first client three weeks after pitching, and now has a consistent workload from several … [Read more...]
Best Gifts for Copywriters
'Tis the season of giving...and giving ourselves a little something for moving our business forward this year. For this year's Copywriter Gift Guide, the entire Filthy Rich Writer team has given their suggestions for office must-haves, can't-miss books, and more. If you're looking for a gift for the copywriter in your life, we know you'll find something they'll love. And if … [Read more...]
Ep. 54: Post-Interview Must Dos (Part 3 of 3)
The last episode on our three-part series on how to nail your copywriting interview is perhaps the most overlooked. A lot of copywriters hang up the phone after an interview or discovery call and then sit around waiting to hear back. That's not you. You go the extra step. In the final episode of the series, Nicki and Kate talk about what you can do after the interview that … [Read more...]
Best Gifts for the Writers on Your List (or Yourself)
'Tis the season of giving...and giving ourselves a little something for moving our business forward this year. For the 2024 copywriters gift guide, the Filthy Rich Writer team has given their suggestions for office must-haves, can't-miss books, and more. If you're looking for a gift for the copywriter in your life, we know you'll find something they'll love. And if you're … [Read more...]