When Kate and I first talked to Charlotte, she shared how she replaced her teaching income with copywriting within 6 months of joining the Comprehensive Copywriting Academy (you can catch that original interview right here!). It's been more than two years (!) since that conversation (Kate is still hung up on the fact that it's been that long ...). So, we figured we … [Read more...]
Episode 218: Copywriting Opens Doors to Career Opportunities – Sunny’s Story
This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/FRW and get on your way to being your best self. You know that with copywriting training you can become a copywriter. (Duh!)But did you know copywriting can open doors to so many other career opportunities? Kate and I got to sit down with CCA student Sunny to hear how … [Read more...]
Episode 214: Replacing a Corporate Job Salary with a 6-Figure Copywriting Business – Tori’s Story
Ever wake up in the morning, head to work, and all you can think of is "UGH!"?Like many people, Tori went to school for something she was told she'd be good at—sales—got a corporate job after college, and ... very quickly realized she was an introvert.She hated sales.So, Tori made the difficult decision to let go of the path she thought she'd be on her … [Read more...]
Episode 210: Part Time Social Worker, Part Time Copywriter – Alicia’s Story
Every time we talk with Comprehensive Copywriting Academy students, Kate and I leave feeling inspired.That's exactly what it was like talking to Alicia. From a young age, Alicia knew she wanted to help people. It's what got her into social work. But, like many of those in the social work field, Alicia faced extreme burnout. On this episode of the Build Your Copywriting … [Read more...]
Episode 206: From Monk to Teacher to Copywriter – John’s Story
Ever struggled with finding your "thing" in life? (But really...who hasn't?! I know I have several times!)That's the place John was in before he discovered copywriting.For years, John was a monk in Japan before returning to the US and becoming a middle school teacher. But after seven years, as many teachers can relate to, he was incredibly stressed.The "ah-ha" moment came … [Read more...]
Episode 202: Self-Management Strategies for Getting Stuff Done – Crystal’s Story
Ever set your mind to make a change (like, oh, say buying a course?), ready to dig in and go full steam ahead and then ...... find life getting in the way?That was the start of Crystal's journey.But, she kept seeing fellow Comprehensive Copywriting Academy students posting wins in the student-only Facebook group. She knew life was always going to get in the way—and … [Read more...]
Episode 198: Finding Copywriting Success Through Curiosity – Jared’s Story
Does the word "sales" give you the heebie jeebies? It did for Jared, too. Jared was working in tech when he started a blog about customer success, software as a service, and other tech topics. But ... he was in technology. He wasn't a writer, right? And he certainly didn't want to sell his services. Ick. Spoiler: he's now partnered with the largest … [Read more...]
Episode 194: Part-Time Attorney, Part-Time Copywriter – Leslie’s Story
You wake up in the morning, excited to start the day ... then remember you have to go to work. *Groan* Burnout: we've all been there. For Leslie, it turned out she still enjoyed being an attorney—just not full time. But, like all of us, there are still bills to pay. On this episode of the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast, Leslie is sharing how— … [Read more...]
Episode 192 : This Part-Time Copywriter is Too Busy to Have a Portfolio – Audrey’s Story
"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...]