On today's episode our hosts interview Karen, a Comprehensive Copywriting Academy student, homeschooling mother of children with autism and a new business owner! They discuss her road to copywriting and what her new career has brought her family. Karen has found incredible success as a copywriter and credits it to the CCA. She is now starting her own business while working … [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...]
Starting a Copywriting Side Hustle in Retirement
Retirement is an achievement and, for some, a time to completely close the door on the "work" chapter of their lives. But, if you're like many others, you may miss having a job—or at least something in your day that offers structure—you may be toying with the idea of a retirement side hustle or even starting a new career. Or maybe you want to supplement your retirement savings … [Read more...]
BONUS Laser Coaching: Is Copywriting Right for Me?
If you're exploring copywriting and wondering "is copywriting right for me?" this episode is for you. Nicki and Kate dig into how this question stems from our desire to find the perfect career, when really we should be asking, "am I committed to getting something out of learning copywriting?" Learning a new skill has plenty of benefits (only one of which is finding a … [Read more...]
Ep. 44: Transitioning out of the Military and Building a Copy Career – Tyler’s Story
While in the military, Tyler knew he had a knack for writing and decided to take the first step into a new career. He joined the CCA while still working his full-time job and, through some ups and downs, landed his first clients before leaving the military and landing a full-time job in a strategic communications position. In this episode, Nicki and Kate talk to Tyler on how … [Read more...]
Ep. 40: Empowering BIPOC Businesses as a Black, Hispanic Copywriter – Ashley’s Story
When Ashley joined the CCA in May 2019, she struggled to take the steps she knew she needed to take to get her business off the ground. But come 2020, she came back at it determined to use her skills to make a difference for BIPOC businesses. In this episode, Ashley reflects on how copywriting changed her life, the hurdles she faced as a Black and Hispanic business owner, and … [Read more...]
Ep. 38: How Much Does It Cost to Start a Copywriting Career?
If you're interested in copywriting or you've begun your business, you may be curious about how much you'll need to invest to get your business off the ground. Good news: you do not need to shell out a lot of money to start a copywriting career. In fact, there's only 1 thing you need as a copywriter: your website. On this episode, Nicki and Kate dig into all kinds of free … [Read more...]
Ep. 36: From Full-Time, Faith-Based Nonprofit Work to Part-Time Copywriting – Kate’s Story
When Kate Kosydar first discovered copywriting, she had been working full time in the faith-based nonprofit world for more than a decade. She talks about why she pursued copywriting and how she realized her original definition of copywriting (being "salesy" or selling out her values) was not at all what it actually ended up being. You can make a difference as a copywriter … [Read more...]
Ep. 32: Starting a Copywriting Business with a Chronic Illness – Dorothy’s Story
When Dorothy became disabled by a chronic illness, she not only had to learn to manage her symptoms, but she had to leave her job. That upheaval lead her to copywriting and creating the job she needed for herself. When Nicki first talked with Dorothy, it was early 2020 when she was just starting to pitch. Then, you'll hear Nicki, Dorothy, and Kate in spring of 2021. Dorothy … [Read more...]
Ep. 28: Journalist Turned Copywriter – Dori’s Story
Before Dori joined the Comprehensive Copywriting Academy, she had a thriving career as a travel journalist. When the coronavirus hit, she decided to pursue copywriting. On this week's episode, we're getting a little before/after glimpse at Dori's career. What you'll hear first is Nicki talking with Dori in Fall 2020 when she was just starting her copywriting career. Then, … [Read more...]