"It wasn't even a stepping stone; it was a springboard for my career!" Like most Comprehensive Copywriting Academy students, Audrey had no idea what copywriting was. She was working as an interior designer before she was sidelined by an illness that forced her to leave her job. Looking for a job with more flexibility, she discovered copywriting. Audrey went from feeling … [Read more...]
Episode 191: This Copywriter Books Work 3+ Months Out—Here’s How She Does It – Lizzie’s Story
If the thought of networking sends shivers down your spine, rest assured, you're not alone. Especially for introverts, the prospect of "putting yourself out there" can feel intimidating. But as Comprehensive Copywriting Academy student Lizzie discovered, every relationship and opportunity starts with making connections. Join us as we delve into Lizzie's journey, where … [Read more...]
Episode 190: Freelance Copywriting Through Divorces, Separations, and Breakups with Cleo, Nicole, and Dorothy
Balancing personal and professional lives is challenging enough when building a freelance business. But throw in a major life transition like divorce or a breakup, and it can feel downright daunting. In this episode, we've invited three remarkable students from the Comprehensive Copywriting Academy—Cleo, Nicole, and Dorothy—to shed light on what it's like to navigate a … [Read more...]
Episode 188: Pivoting to Copywriting Later in Your Career – Kelly’s Story
Are you considering getting into copywriting but worried that you’re “too old” to pivot into a new career? Is it too late? Am I past the point where I can make a change? Over the years, CCA student Kelly has worn many hats: lawyer, fundraiser, freelance writer, academic program director… But the one constant has been her love of words. Kelly is living proof that when you … [Read more...]
Episode 184: This Copywriter Landed Her Dream Job—And Tripled Her Income – Rachael’s Story
Since she was old enough to hold a pen, Comprehensive Copywriting Academy student Rachael Kelly has been writing and telling stories. But figuring out how to turn that passion into a well-paying career? That was the part Rachael struggled with—and crummy job-bidding sites like Fiverr and Upwork were (ahem, unsurprisingly) *not* the answer! In this interview, we find out how … [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 176: How This Ex-Teacher Joined the Filthy Rich Writer Team—As a Copywriter – Rebecca’s Story
Life has a funny way of coming full circle sometimes. But if you’d told ex-teacher Rebecca that, just ONE YEAR after signing up to the Comprehensive Copywriting Academy, she would be copywriting for the Filthy Rich Writer team…well, it’s safe to say she would have laughed in disbelief. In this episode, we find out the secret ingredient that set her pitch apart from the … [Read more...]
Episode 172: Taking Action in the Face of Imposter Syndrome – Shelby’s Story
Have you ever scrolled past copywriting roles at big-name companies, feeling like they’re out of your league? “There’s no WAY they’d consider hiring someone like me!” Many of us have doubted whether those big, corporate giants would ever give us a shot. But today, we’re about to share a story that proves those internal doubts wrong… When Comprehensive Copywriting Academy … [Read more...]
Episode 168: 1 Year to a Senior Copywriter Promotion – Kelsey’s Story
Despite being born with a passion for writing, Comprehensive Copywriting Academy student just couldn’t seem to find a way to make it her full-time gig. But spending 20 years working in the bar and restaurant industry, living paycheck to paycheck, had started to take its toll physically and emotionally. Within a matter of months of starting the CCA course, Kelsey's portfolio … [Read more...]
Episode 164: Changing Roles Within Your Current Company – Joseph’s Story
When it comes to landing copywriting roles, the proof really is in the pudding. If you can demonstrate that you can do great work, the opportunities are there for the taking–and some of them might even be right under your nose… In this episode, Nicki and Kate are joined by Comprehensive Copywriting Academy student Joe, who shares how proactively pitching an idea helped him … [Read more...]