⚡️Flash Sale, free training, and upcoming events from AWAI

[AWAI]( WEEK IN REVIEW January 15 – 19, 2024 --------------------------------------------------------------- The Easiest Writing You'll Ever Do! Hi {NAME}, I've got an exciting [early access]( deal for you today … Discover how you can learn one of the most versatile, valuable, and in-demand skills you can have as a copywriter. And … it's … Easy to learn … Easy to write … Easy to land clients with … And, we all know that "easy" means you're far MORE likely to succeed … and far LESS likely to get stuck or quit out of frustration. Yet not all copywriting projects check all the "easy" boxes. [But this one does.]( I think you'll be excited when you discover what this "hidden in plain sight" opportunity is. And how easy it is for you to get started now, so you can be making $3,000, $4,000, $5,000 per month — and more — for something you already know how to write! We'll be letting the full membership know about it on Monday, but you're getting early access today. [Check it out.]( Hope you're having a great Saturday! Katie Yeakle Co-Founder & Executive Director AWAI What's Trending … Special LIVE Training for NEW Writers — Kick Off 2024 Strong! Join Our NEW 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 starting Monday, January 29 at 2 p.m. ET! After 27 years of teaching NEW writers, we know that all it takes to get you up and running is one simple skill. One financially valuable skill that pays you money over and over again … And that's what we'll give you in just four days. We've got a BRAND-NEW, in-high-demand writing project waiting for you … We've put together an amazing Pre-Challenge Writer's Resource Kit, which we'll get to you immediately … And we've got four amazing sessions of LIVE training set up. You'll learn the secrets behind great copy … You'll craft copy under the guiding hand of our Lead Copy Instructor, Pam Foster … Plus, you'll have a chance to get paid $400, simply by submitting the assignment. 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! ⚡️Flash Sale: Access This Exclusive Sales Letter Training — and Save 80%! Behind-the-Scenes Offer — Learn from an Industry Legend! Right now, you have the opportunity to be one of the few writers who will ever get to benefit from exclusive sales letter training from AWAI's copy chief Sandy Franks. She has a legendary track record in training writers to write successful sales letters, and poured all her experience into the Copywriter's Initiative — a program she previously taught live over 12 intense weeks, and does not plan on teaching again. But for a very limited time, you can get access to the recordings and go through the training at your own pace. You'll get … - Training on finding a product to write about, so you can get real writing practice writing a sales letter … - 12 Learning Modules — covering everything, including the Big Idea, headlines, leads, body copy, the offer, the close, order forms, lift notes, welcome letters, stick letters, how to "reverse-engineer" a sales letter, and more … - All the recorded Copywriting Hot Seat and Q&A sessions so you can watch as Sandy gives other writers feedback (this is such a powerful way to learn!) … - A complete "Putting It All Together" session where you'll learn all about editing, "smoothing out" your letter and adding eye-catching subheads, and how to work with clients after you've submitted your letter — including prepping for the "extras" your client might ask you to write, like lift notes, ads, landing pages, and so on. Plus, you'll get access to THREE recorded "bonus webinar" trainings and additional resources to help you get going as a sales letter writer even faster. [Find out more about how you can get access to these recordings before this opportunity closes.]( Exclusive Free Writer's Workshop with Donald Miller … Six Steps to Turning Your Copywriting Skills into a Successful Freelance Writing Business New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and business coach Donald Miller has simplified the entire process of launching and growing a thriving writing business. And in an exclusive FREE workshop Thursday at 11 a.m. ET, he'll show you how his proven Flight Plan Method (which has helped thousands of beginners) can help you confidently LOVE the business that will power your successful writing career. You'll leave with a simple six-step plan for getting your copywriting business to "take off" and gain serious altitude. You'll discover: - The secret to transforming your writing skills into a professional business that makes money on your terms … - Why your copywriting biz is like an airplane (and how to use Donald's six-step Flight Plan method to take off) … - The three critical goals every thriving writing business needs (and how to define yours today) … - Simple emails you can write to close more deals and land better-paying projects using Donald's proven StoryBrand Formula … - Plus Donald reveals more hard-won secrets to help you rapidly grow your income … It's FREE to attend Thursday, January 25 at 11 a.m. ET. [Register for access instructions.]( Happening This Week … Monday, January 22 at 1 p.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. Wednesday, January 24 at 3 p.m. ET Digital Copywriter Facebook Office Hours — Productivity and Time Management Digital Copywriter Members Only Location: [Digital Copywriter Facebook Group]( Digital Copywriter members are invited to join Heather Robson on Facebook this Wednesday to ask questions about productivity and time management. Not a Digital Copywriter member? [Join today!]( Wednesday, January 24 at 8 p.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! Thursday, January 25 at 11 a.m. ET Free Workshop — Six Steps to Turning Your Copywriting Skills into a Successful Freelance Writing Business All Members Welcome Location: [Access Details Here]( Join Donald Miller for this transformative, free workshop and in just one hour, you'll discover the key ingredients you need for business success and leave with a six-step "flight plan" for building and growing your freelance writing business. If you've ever felt overwhelmed and didn't know where to even start, this is your chance to gain the clarity, confidence, and tools you need to: - Establish yourself as a sought-after writer in our industry. - Attract high-quality clients who respect you and pay you what you're worth. - Grow your business as quickly and simply as possible, on your terms. Donald's powerful Flight Plan method has guided thousands of everyday folks to creating thriving businesses that provide for them, their families, and their lifestyle. Now it's your turn. [Register now]( to secure your spot for this FREE workshop and walk away with a proven plan to grow your writing business (and income) this year. 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](. Get Access to This "Behind-the-Scenes" Training Program Right now, you have the opportunity to be one of the few writers who will ever get to benefit from this exclusive sales letter training. Your teacher, Sandy Franks — AWAI's copy chief and industry legend — has a legendary track record of training writers to write successful sales letters … And poured all her experience into the Copywriter's Initiative — a program she previously taught live over 12 intense weeks, and does not plan to teach again. But for a very limited time, you can get access to the recordings and go through the training at your own pace. Just one successful sales letter can make your career as a writer … With some paying hundreds of thousands of dollars in fees and royalties. And with Sandy's expert guidance, you'll be poised to get there faster than you ever thought possible. [Grab these recordings while you can.]( Editors' Picks [Monday Morning Jumpstart: Lean into Change]( Jade Trueblood and Nick Usborne talk about change and what you can do to ensure your own writing career has staying power no matter what happens in the industry, the economy, or the world. [Why Classic Copywriting Techniques Still Rule, Even in Digital]( Effective copywriting techniques are rooted in understanding human psychology, which is timeless. Here's how to adapt them for digital. [Things You'll Love About Being an Email Copywriter]( Every writer should learn to write emails because marketers need a lot of them, and your fees will add up. Discover five emails you can get paid top dollar for, and six steps to get started. Total "Newbie" to Paid Writing? SEE THIS! Do You Still 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 … - Maybe you're not even sure what "copywriting" is … THEN WE'VE CREATED SOMETHING EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU! An event with ONE SOLITARY GOAL … to finally launch the paid writing career you've always dreamed about! HURRY — This Life-Altering Event Is Happening Soon! Reminder: This is ONLY for total newbies! [Find out more.]( Congratulations on Your Client Wins, Chris and Shannon — You've Got This!🎉🎉 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: Tim Geiger Attorney Discovers Copywriting and Reduces Stress Level ‘ by About 2,000%]( Burnout hit Tim Geiger hard once he got his law practice up and going, which caused him to pause and look around for alternatives. But when copywriting entered the picture, another appealing opportunity came his way. Discover how Tim came to weave his two major interests together, and how he's crafted a lifestyle of less stress, comfortable pay, and work he enjoys. [Read his story.]( Free Workshop: 6 Steps to Growing a Successful Freelance Writing Business No matter how talented a writer you are, launching and growing your freelance writing business can feel overwhelming. If you want a six-step plan that makes it easier, join us for a FREE workshop on Thursday, January 25, at 11 a.m. ET with New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and business coach Donald Miller. [Save your spot.]( AWAI's Member Success Team Is at Your Service [AWAI's Member Success Team] 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 … All my questions were answered and more! Thanks AWAI! You are great!! Great customer support as always. The AWAI Member Services Team is always professional and timely. Thank you! Great detailed response. Very professional. The entire team at AWAI is outstanding in everything they do. Thx everyone for all you do! Turn $1 Into $2,500 as a Writer Using This Blueprint This blueprint will show you how you can start making $2,500 per month as a writer — even if you're just starting out. And if you decide to give it a shot, you'll gain access to every resource you'll need to execute that blueprint for just a dollar. All the roadmaps … All the articles … All the how-to videos … All the training webinars … The member forum, the job board, the tutorials, the tools … PLUS, three more valuable resources … It's all there — everything you need to get started making money as a writer. [Check it out for yourself for free right now.]( [WritersWanted.com]( This week — 2,490 are looking for writers, designers, and more on [WritersWanted.com](. Here are just a few of them … Spotlight Jobs of the Week Copywriter, Creative Services Publix Super Markets Part-time, Lakeland, FL The Copywriter develops creative concepts that align with creative strategies, marketing objectives, and marketing strategies, all in the Publix brand voice. The Copywriter writes, proofreads, and edits content and ad copy that delivers upon the approved concept and meets strategies. Supervisor — Freelance Copywriters Omnicom Health Group Contract, Remote Freelance Copy Supervisors will have extensive pharmaceutical writing experience in areas such as Healthcare Professional (HCP), Direct to Patient (DTC/DTP), and/or Market Access. You are a master in your craft, willing to reference and annotate as needed, and learning complex therapeutic categories is something that excites you. Associate Copywriter MissionWired Full-time, Remote Working with creative team leads to develop and maintain compelling, authentic creative strategies for world-changing nonprofits, Democratic elected officials, and political challengers. 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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