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[AWAI]( WEEK IN REVIEW March 18 – 22, 2024 --------------------------------------------------------------- Copywriting Is Changing — Are You Ready? Hi {NAME} AI is revolutionizing business and digital marketing as we know it. And it's happening faster than anyone could have ever thought possible: - Over 80% of Fortune 500 companies are using ChatGPT … - Nearly 45% of marketing executives report using AI for content creation … - And 73% of all U.S. companies are using AI in some aspect of their business! I could keep going, but you get the point. Whatever you might think about AI, there's no stopping it. And in our industry, it's created a huge demand for a new breed of copywriter. One that I think EVERY AWAI member (including you) must become, or risk becoming irrelevant. I know that sounds harsh, but there's no other way to say it without sugarcoating the truth. [Here's how to adapt and take advantage of this, while there's still time.]( Rooting for you, Katie Yeakle Co-Founder & Executive Director AWAI What's Trending … Congratulations, Estella Brown! Prize Winner Announced for AWAI's 4 Days to $400 Writing Challenge Congratulations to Estella Brown, the latest $400 prize winner in our special program for brand-new freelance writers — AWAI's 4 Days to $400 Writing Challenge. This training program is for aspiring professional freelance writers learning the ropes for the first time through AWAI. Participants were challenged to write a "how-to" or "listicle" blog post, with a chance to win a $400 prize. To read Estella's prize winning post, CLAAP: 5 Steps to Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, and discover why Estella's entry stood out and tips for your future blog posts, go [here](. Congratulations to Estella and to everyone who took the time to submit an entry! All participants who completed a blog post now have a finished sample of an in-demand project for their portfolio. It can be your turn next! To enroll in our upcoming 4 Days to $400 Writing Challenge, keep reading … Special Training for BRAND-NEW Writers Join Our 4 Days to $400 Writing Challenge It's easier to start getting paid as a writer today than ever before in history … and we're going to prove it to you in just four days! After 27 years of teaching NEW writers, we know that all it takes to get you up and running is one financially valuable skill that pays you money over and over again … And that's what we'll give you in just four days. This special training is for NEW WRITERS … And by that I mean: - NO experience … - NO training … - NO writing samples … If that's you, then this training will be HUGE for you. It's a program with our top instructors where you'll learn to write the ONE simple content piece all businesses need … Plus, you'll have an opportunity to be recognized with a published byline — and a $400 paid fee! — like Estella was! We want to help you get your start. [Check out all the details]( on this special opportunity created for BRAND-NEW writers with ONE SOLITARY GOAL … to get you paid! Build Momentum for Your Writing Business Our Experts Will Walk You Through Our Proven 8-Step Process We're always looking for ways to help you move your career forward as a writer. And, here's one of our best … we're going to help you "go pro" in a day! We're bringing in top business-building experts — a "who's who" of our industry — to GIVE you a proven, eight-step process you can follow to get started or build more momentum in your writing business. And, you'll get "concierge"-level access to everything you need to keep accelerating your success afterward. [See how we can help you get up and running … in just one day.]( This virtual event will give you CONCRETE steps to follow and hand you the keys to a writing business that can give you the money and freedom you've always wanted. Join us and we're going show you that this opportunity is real — and that you can really do it. We're going to help you discover a niche … Help you create your identity statement … And show you how to land clients — all in one action-packed, life-changing day. Then we're going to give you EVERYTHING you need to be successful — including all of Copywriter Concierge's business-building resources and direct "ask me anything" support for the full 90 days that follow. [Click this link]( for access so we can help you get your writing business off to an incredible start. Happening This Week … Monday, March 25 at 10 a.m. ET and 8 p.m. ET Circle of Success Live Q&A with Steve Maurer Circle of Success Members Only Location: [COS Facebook Group]( Professional copywriter and COS member Steve Maurer is live TWICE every Monday for his weekly Q&A session. Join Steve to ask him ANY of the copywriting or freelancing questions that have been gnawing at you, or just kick back and get to know some of your COS peers. Tuesday, March 26 at 11 a.m. ET B2B Writers International — Ask Me Anything with Lisa Christoffel B2B Writers International Members Only Location: [B2B Writers International Facebook Group]( Every week, B2B Writers International Managing Editor Lisa Christoffel is online in the members-only Facebook Group for a live coaching hour. B2B Writers International members can ask Lisa about anything … business-building and client questions, copy you'd like some feedback on, getting started in your B2B copywriting endeavors … just ask, and she'll give you the advice you need! Wednesday, March 27 at 3 p.m. ET Digital Copywriter — Secrets to Writing Better AI Prompts Digital Copywriter Members Only Location: [Details Here]( Artificial intelligence is here to stay … and it can be a handy tool for you to use as a writer. The better you get at writing AI prompts, the more useful it will be to you. Wednesday, Digital Copywriter members are invited to join AI expert Guillermo Rubio when he'll share his insights into prompt engineering. Thursday, March 28 at 12 p.m. ET Exclusive Interview with Guillermo Rubio: How to Grow Your Freelance Writing Business with the Power of AI All Members Welcome! Location: [Details Coming Soon]( Join us Thursday for an exclusive "one-on-one" Interview with Guillermo Rubio. He'll be talking about AI, why it's such a valuable tool for copywriters, how he uses it, and how you can use it to your advantage and grow your freelance writing business. Discover the answers to some of the most-asked questions about this new tool, including: - Why he started using AI more than three years ago … - How he learned to use AI in a way that was beneficial … - Whether AI is here to stay … - The best way to learn how to use AI … - And soooo much more … And, for more of what's happening this week … Check out the AWAI Calendar. With so many opportunities to learn each week, you can make sure you never miss a thing by staying connected to the [AWAI Calendar of Events](. FLASH SALE: Launch Your Writer's Life in a Day! [Launch Your Writer’ s Life in a Day!] One day … That's all the time it will take for YOU to become a professional writer … And proud owner of your very own thriving, client-rich writing business that will keep rewarding you month after month, year after year. We've pulled out every stop — including bringing in the big guns — to make it happen! But hurry — this offer ends soon! [Go Here to Learn More]( My Picks for You This Week … [Monday Morning Jumpstart: Tips for Staying Positive]( Staying positive is easy when things are going well … but what about when they're not? Then what? Jade Trueblood and Pam Foster offer insights that can help. [Copywriter's Guide to Google's Free PageSpeed Insights Tool]( What does Google really think about your freelance copywriter website? Learn how to use PageSpeed Insights to find out and improve your website ranking. [A Note to My Younger Self: The True Backbone of Copywriting Success Lies Beyond Knowing the Right Words]( Successful copywriter Cindy Cyr shares what she wishes she knew about copywriting when she was younger. Total "Newbie" to Paid Writing? [4 Days to $400 Writing Challenge] If You Dream of Being a Well-Paid, Work-From-Anywhere Writer, BUT … - You've NEVER written a word of copy … - You've not done ANY training … - You have ZERO samples, no portfolio … THEN WE'VE CREATED SOMETHING EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU! A BRAND-NEW training program with ONE SOLITARY GOAL … to get you paid! [DETAILS HERE]( Excited about Your Wins — Congratulations, Chris and Jenna! 🎉🎉 Do you have a win you'd like to share too? Send me the details at askkatie@awai.com. We'd love to celebrate with you! [Living The Writer's Life: Les Worley. Double Burnouts Led Him to Fish, Cheese, and Joy in Mexico]( Not only does Les Worley have a vibrant personality, but when I connected with him from his home in the Yucatan, he was surrounded by color, from his cheerful shirt and art to the vivid view out his window. But while he's living the ultimate expat writer's dream now, it didn't come without a few key lessons. [Read on]( to discover how writing made its way to the forefront of his career — twice — and how he's leveraged it to live the semi-retired lifestyle of his dreams. TODAY! Get all this for $1 … The Professional Writers' Alliance (PWA) takes the stress out of running your writing business. With ready-to-use business forms, templates, and checklists … VIP job board access … networking opportunities … and a mountain of tips, tactics, and "been there, done that" advice from working freelance writers … You'll minimize the "unbillable" hours you spend working on your business and maximize your time writing — and getting paid. [Claim Your $1 Access Here]( AWAI's Member Success Team Is at Your Service Have any questions, comments, or concerns? Get in touch with our Member Success Team! They're eager to help you just like they helped these members who wrote in to sing their praises … Excellent Service and a fantastic resource. Thank you! Anna was phenomenally helpful, polite, courteous, professional, and kind. I am glad that I called AWAI this morning to speak with a customer service representative. Thank you! SO professional, no "script" salesmanship, no brow-beating or other offers crammed down my throat. Thank you for your kindness. Y'all rock!!! Shane has been a pleasure to work with. He is a breath of fresh air. Thank you, Shane! As a COS member I am used to your team providing timely and personal help, but Eric went beyond that level. He is truly a valuable member of the guidance team. Thank you, Eric! [WritersWanted.com]( This week — 2,800 companies are looking for writers, designers, and more on [WritersWanted.com](. Here are just a few of them … Spotlight Jobs of the Week Copywriter AnitaB.org Full-time, Remote Develop and maintain consistent organizational and program positioning language to be deployed across all communication channels, including website copy, social media posts, email campaigns, and promotional materials. Senior Copywriter ZS Contract, Remote The Senior Copywriter (HCP & Patient) is a key member of the copy team, working with cross functional partners from inception to final product and ensuring quality of content and style to meet the client's marketing strategies and objectives. You solve client business issues using creative while enhancing the client's confidence in the agency. Contract Copywriter VNZO AEC Contract, Hybrid (Bloomington, MN) We are seeking a Contract Copywriter with specialized experience in the AEC industry (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) to craft compelling narratives and strategic messaging for our clientele. The Copywriter is responsible for developing engaging content that resonates with AEC professionals, contributes to brand differentiation, and drives business growth. You can find all of these jobs and thousands more on WritersWanted.com. Be a Part of Our Writing Community Online! Have you taken advantage of the copywriting community that comes along with your AWAI membership? Find support, networking opportunities, peer reviews, and an overall sense of community with your fellow writers. We look forward to getting to know you! [[Facebook Icon] Come and join us if you haven't already!]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Trouble viewing this email? [View in your browser, here](. CHANGE OF ADDRESS? [Contact us]( with both your old AND new information. 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