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Filthy Rich Writer

Tips, tools, & training for new and aspiring copywriters.

Tips, Tools and Training for New and Aspiring Copywriters

  • What does “Filthy Rich” mean? It means having a job you love, being good at what you do…and making great money doing it!

BONUS Laser Coaching: Is Copywriting Right for Me?

By Nicki Krawczyk

Nicki Krawczyk, founder of Filthy Rich Writer and the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast

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. 51: Working at an Agency & Collaborating with Other Copywriters – Jen’s and Julie’s Story

By Nicki Krawczyk

Nicki Krawczyk, founder of Filthy Rich Writer and the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast

If you think other copywriters are your competition, think again! Working with other copywriters is not only a great way to bounce ideas off another creative, it's also bound to happen, especially if you work at an agency like Comprehensive Copywriting Academy students Jen and Julie. In today's episode of the Build Your Copywriting Broadcast, Nicki and Kate sit down with these … [Read more...]

Ep. 47: Raising a Family and Building a Copywriting Business – Peta’s Story

By Nicki Krawczyk

Nicki Krawczyk, founder of Filthy Rich Writer and the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast

For all the moms and dads out there building a copywriting business alongside raising a family, this episode is for you. Peta, who was originally in charge of administering exams, joined the CCA in the midst of 2020 when schools in the United Kingdom stopped exams. She shares how she got into copywriting, as well as how she balances being a mom and building her copywriting … [Read more...]

Filthy Rich Writer Logo and CCA Course Refresh Giveaway

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"Filthy rich" text on white background stacked above "writer" on green background

After nearly 10 years (!!) since the creation of Filthy Rich Writer and the Comprehensive Copywriting Academy, it was time for the logo to reflect how far the community has come since then (hey, drop shadows were cool once). Watch the video to hear more about the changes we made and why, then scroll down for details on how to win some freebies! Win Free FRW Swag: How to … [Read more...]

Ep. 26: Why You Don’t Need Copywriting Certification

By Nicki Krawczyk

Nicki Krawczyk, founder of Filthy Rich Writer and the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast

Society right now is very pro-college education. There is nothing wrong with college and there are plenty of wonderful benefits it can provide for many careers. But this emphasis on higher education raises the question of "do I need a relevant degree to get started in copywriting? Do I need copywriting certification?" "Bachelor's Degrees are good for Jeopardy," but not … [Read more...]

BONUS Laser Coaching: Build Confidence & Overcome Imposter Syndrome as a Copywriter

By Kate Sitarz

Nicki Krawczyk, founder of Filthy Rich Writer and the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast

We hate to be the bearers of bad news, but if confidence is not an issue for you now, it will at some point in your life. We all face situations that challenge or shake our confidence, whether it's in the form of self-doubt or fear. The good news: you can overcome it. On this episode, Nicki and Kate sat down with Sheri' DuMond, who has mentored business and sales leaders for … [Read more...]

BONUS Laser Coaching: Why Nicki Teaches Copywriting

By Nicki Krawczyk

Nicki Krawczyk, founder of Filthy Rich Writer and the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast

In addition to "why did you name your company Filthy Rich Writer?!" (for the answer to that question, click here), the question that is asked most often is, "If Nicki makes so much money as a copywriter, why is she teaching it instead?" With so many courses and trainings on the internet, there is a lot of skepticism. But the question, "why does Nicki teach instead of writing … [Read more...]

Ep. 8: Meet Nicki Krawcyzk, Founder of Filthy Rich Writer

By Nicki Krawczyk

Nicki Krawczyk, founder of Filthy Rich Writer and the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast

Today we are shaking up the usual format as Kate interviews Nicki. Nicki has over 15 years of experience working with clients including TripAdvisor, Marshalls, Hasbro, Keurig, adidas, and, yes, even Harlequin Romance novels. She's worked for agencies, in-house and as a freelancer, plus she knows first-hand how to make six-figures as a copywriter. In this episode, Nicki dives … [Read more...]

Ep. 6: Why People Say Copywriting is Hard to Get Into

By Nicki Krawczyk

Nicki Krawczyk, founder of Filthy Rich Writer and the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast

"Copywriting is sooooo hard to get into," says the person that you meet at a party who has no idea what they're talking about. People often say copywriting is hard to get into because they didn't learn how to write copy in the first place. In this episode, Nicki and Kate share why it's not hard to get into copywriting when you have training and a proven process for finding … [Read more...]

Ep. 1: What is Copywriting?

By Nicki Krawczyk

Nicki Krawczyk, founder of Filthy Rich Writer and the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast

Copywriting is marketing or advertising writing. It's writing that is designed to sell or to persuade. It is not sales-y or pushy. (It's also not copyrighting, which is a legal term for protecting intellectual property.) But being persuasive doesn't mean being underhanded. In fact, copy (the words that make up copywriting) that doesn't provide a solution to the audience's need … [Read more...]

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