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Is Copywriting Hard? NOPE (Provided You Like to Write)

A question folks ask me: Is copywriting hard to do or hard to learn? Well, if you hate writing, then copywriting will likely be hard to learn and to do. It will probably be painful as well. I often tell folks that working as a copywriter means always having another term paper due. That’s what […]

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What is SEO Copywriting?

Maybe you’re thinking of becoming a freelance copywriter and wondering what sort of work you’ll be doing. In your research, you might have come across terms like SEO, which has left you wondering, What is SEO copywriting? This brings me to my (hopefully helpful) article. Below, I discuss What is copywriting? What is SEO? What […]

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Is Copywriting Still in Demand? Yes, But With a Few Caveats

Maybe you’ve been thinking about a career in copywriting. But given ChatGPT is taking the world by storm, maybe you’ve been asking yourself, Is copywriting still in demand? Is it a smart field to enter? What if the robots come for my job?!? Here’s the thing: As I update this post in August 2024, I can […]

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Best Copywriting Tools for Freelance Copywriters Like Me

If you’re new to freelance copywriting, you’re likely on the hunt for the best copywriting tools that will make your prose shine and your job easy. Step right up! I’ve been working as a freelance copywriter for over 20 years. Below, I share the best tools for copywriters. Here’s what might surprise you about my […]

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Blogging and Copywriting: What’s the Difference?

Listen, I get it. We want things to be clear. And simple. And well-defined. But in the loosey-goosey world of writing, some things overlap. Take blogging and copywriting. What’s the difference? Are they different? Let’s discuss. Blogging and Copywriting: What’s the difference? It all comes down to purpose. Consider the person who starts a blog […]

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How to Get Copywriting Clients: Tips for New Copywriters

You’ve done it. You’ve taken the time to learn what copywriting is, and you’ve set realistic expectations about earning potential, especially in the beginning. You’ve hung out your virtual shingle, but now you’re wondering how to get copywriting clients. I remember those fraught early days (ahem, I mean years) when I was trying to figure […]

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How to Start a Copywriting Business: Beginner Tutorial

So, you’re wondering how to start a copywriting business. Groovy! Step right in, and I’ll share what I know based on my 20+ years working as a freelance copywriter. Here’s what I’ll be covering. Feel free to click on the links and jump around. WAIT! Are you sure you want to be a freelance copywriter? […]

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Is Copywriting for Me? 7 Signs Indicating YES!

Have you been asking the question, “Is copywriting for me?” Cue “I Saw the Sign” by Ace of Base and see how many signs below resonate with you! 1. You love to write. You were that kid in high school and college who loved getting assigned research papers instead of exams. You love writing emails—and […]

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Product Description Copywriting: Before & After Examples

Product description copywriting should absolutely tell prospective customers the info they need to know. Things like material, quality, size, etc. All those features that will influence a person’s buying decision. But consider all the product descriptions we encounter when we’re shopping for something. What will make yours stand out compared to all the rest? Personality. […]

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Case Study Copywriting

Looking for a Case Study Copywriter? Hi. 🙂 You might think you need a good case study copywriter. But what you REALLY need is a good storyteller. Because that’s what an effective case study does: It tells a compelling story about how your business solved a problem for a particular client or customer. OK, I’m […]