Courtney is a writer who went from working seven days a week in government to becoming a successful freelance copywriter. In this episode, Courtney shares her story of how she built her business in 15 months and now lives life on her terms. Courtney also shares tips on how to get started, the power of networking, the importance of speaking up, taking risks, and finding the … [Read more...]
Episode 123: “Slowly” Replacing Her Income with Copywriting…in 3 Months—Melissa’s Story
After seeing a Facebook ad for the Comprehensive Copywriting Academy, our guest Melissa decided to pursue her desire to work freelance and joined the CCA. Within three months of beginning to pitch clients, she was able to replace her income. Within the first year, Melissa made 50% more than she would have at her previous job...all while working between 20 and 25 hours per … [Read more...]
Ep. 119: From Copywriter to Managing a Team of Copywriters in Less Than 2 Years – Jenni’s Story
When Jenni joined the Comprehensive Copywriting Academy in April 2021, she was working in a marketing role. Writing was part of her day-to-day work, but, like most CCA students, she didn't know what copywriting was, much less that it was an entire career! Before she even finished the course, she was landing her first clients. Spoiler: in less than two years, she was managing a … [Read more...]
Ep. 115: This Teacher Wanted More Work/Life Balance…and Found It with Copywriting – Charlotte’s Story
Just a few months ago, Charlotte had no idea what copywriting even was! She set the goal of replacing her teaching income by August of 2023, when her youngest child started going to school. Spoiler: she replaced her income within six months of joining the Comprehensive Copywriting Academy. On this episode, Nicki, Kate, and CCA student Charlotte talk about the transition from … [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. 107: Building a Copywriting Business as a Mom – with Kate K, Dorothy & Jen
Being a mother is a full-time job on its own. But it's totally possible to build your copywriting business and continue to be the amazing parent that you are now. In this episode, CCA students (and stellar moms) Dorothy, Kate K, and Jen join the show to share their experiences running successful copywriting businesses while raising children. Listen in to learn how you can … [Read more...]
Ep. 103: Becoming a Social Media Copywriter & Manager—Carli’s Story
Your copywriting career can be whatever you want it to be. Carli De La Cruz is a star CCA student who used her copywriting skills to grow into a social media manager. Carli speaks with Nicki and Kate about how she scaled from a social media internship to social media manager and key lessons that she learned along the way. Looking for closed captioning or a … [Read more...]
BONUS: Getting a Full-Time Copywriting Job with 6 Months Experience – Catching Up With James
There are tons of benefits to working as an on-staff copywriter that tend to get overlooked. James is a CCA student who went from successful freelance copywriter to thriving on-staff copywriter. James shares what he loves most about working on-staff and the ways it's helped him grow as a writer. Psst! Missed when we first interviewed James? Take a listen to that episode … [Read more...]
Ep. 99: Running a Copy Agency from Costa Rica – Poorva’s Story
Kate and Nicki are speaking with CCA Student, Poorva Misra. Poorva joined the CCA in 2020 after losing her marketing job during the pandemic. She was joined shortly after by her husband and launched their agency Stratus Media. Not only did Poorva start an agency, she also took the remote work opportunity to move all the way to Costa Rica! She shares her journey to running an … [Read more...]
BONUS: Scaling to a Monthly 5-Figure Copywriting Income—Part Time – Catching Up With Kate K
Since we last talked to Kate Kosydar in 2020, her business has grown exponentially—she hit $10,000/month. But this is the best part: she did it working part-time! Nicki and Kate caught up with Kate K to discuss what she’s learned over the past 3 years on her copywriting journey. She discusses the challenges of balancing work time and family time and how outsourcing has helped … [Read more...]