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How Web Copywriters Can Find Podcast Clients

So you know about writing for the web. You’ve written website copy. You’ve created landing pages. You’ve crafted PPC ads and optimized articles. But have you ever written a podcast? Writing podcasts is another great way for web copywriters to make money online. And today, I’m... (more...)

How to Become a More Productive Online Copywriter

I don’t care if you’re an online copywriter, an Internet marketing consultant, or a social media marketing expert… you probably welcome effective time management tips that show you how to be more productive. There are a lot of time management systems out there and certainly no shortage... (more...)

Write a Simple, Persuasive Letter to Make Effective Sales Online

Capturing your reader’s attention with a headline isn’t enough if you want to be effective at writing for the web. The truth is most people who find your website will bail out before they read all of it. The problem comes about when someone feels you aren’t taking them toward... (more...)

Stop Losing Money on PPC Marketing

Stop Losing Money on Your PPC Search Engine Marketing Campaigns By John Wood A pay-per-click-or PPC-search engine marketing campaign can be a beautiful thing. I mean think about it. You reach targeted traffic that is already searching for what you’re promoting. Each prospect pre-qualifies... (more...)

How to Set Your Web Writing Fees

Figure Out What to Charge for Your Next Web Writing Project I’ve lost count of how many times web writers have asked me, “How much should I charge for web writing projects?” The answer is, inevitably, that it depends. There’s a good reason for this answer. It’s because... (more...)

Take Control of Your Time

Run Your Life … Instead of Letting Your Life Run You By Brian Tracy Online copywriters enjoy a lot of great career perks-there’s immense freedom, great opportunity, and the excitement of being on the cutting edge of new marketing paradigms. But online copywriters aren’t immune to... (more...)

Persuasive Copy for Online Copywriters

Just Because You’re Writing for the Web Doesn’t Mean You Shouldn’t Write Strong, Persuasive Copy By Rebecca Matter In many conversations with copywriters, in discussions at writing events, in the articles that appear on this site, I’ve emphasized that copywriters need to... (more...)

10 Insider Secrets to Making Money Online

In this, Session Two of the AWAI “Selling Yourself” teleconference series, copywriting pro Steve Slaunwhite shares his 10 Insider Secrets to Making Money by Writing Online Copy. Enjoy this exclusive audio bonus:

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The Reality Blog: Expose Yourself

Dear fellow Web Writer, I’m bleary-eyed, overwhelmed, and mentally exhausted — but in a GREAT way. It’s all thanks to the Web Copy Intensive in Vegas, which I arrived home from late last night. To put it lightly, I’m still reeling from the sheer volume of powerful information I picked up... Read More

How to Submit a Winning Proposal

How to Submit a Winning Proposal You’ve just gotten off the phone with a prospective client. After a lengthy conversation, you heard those four magic words: Now what? “Send me a proposal.” I trust that there are as many proposal formats as there are proposal writers,... Read More

The Reality Blog: Create a Command Center for Productivity



Dear fellow Web Writer, Do you get edgy when you look at a box or a pile of things you need to follow through on? I do. Or, I did — just the other day. But, not for the reason you’d think. I was putting towels away in our bathroom and glanced at a big box full of papers and... Read More

The Reality Blog: Get Over Yourself and Admit You’re Good

Dear fellow Web Writer, Have you ever thought you’d be at a certain point in life by the time you reached a specific age? I did. For some reason, I thought when I turned thirty I’d be well-settled into life, with a good grip on my career and a solid understanding of who I am, what I’m doing,... Read More

The Reality Blog: Do You Take Yourself Seriously?



Dear fellow Web Writer, I’ve got another great embarrassing revelation to share. On one hand, I hope you haven’t made the same mistake, but on the other hand I hope you have — I don’t want to be all alone on this! It’s got everything to do with making big money as... Read More


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How to Be Yourself, Stand Above the Crowd, And Attract New Business Like Bears to Honey

Mar263:00 pm Date: March 26th Time: 3:00PM (Eastern Time) Presenter: Johnny B. Truant The past year has been an exciting one for Johnny Truant. A year ago, he hadn’t made a penny online. Today, he’s doing pretty well, and has started seeing a few five-figure months in his business.... Read More

Using Video to Get Clients, Part 3 – How to Use Videos to Promote Yourself

Mar1812:00 pm Date: March 18th 2010 Time: 12:00 EST (9:00AM PST) Topic: Using Video to get Clients (Part 3 of 3) Speaker: Jessica Kizorek In session two, Jessica showed you how to create quality videos with a $200 camera and a little re-arranging of your space. It’s not difficult,... Read More

The Fundamental Differences Between a Freelance Job and a Freelance Business

Mar153:00 pm Date: March 15th Time: 3PM ET Topic: Running a Freelance Business Speaker: Nick Usborne The fundamental differences between having a freelance job and a freelance business are profound. With a freelance job, your clients are the boss. With a freelance business, you are... Read More

Using Video to Get Clients, Part 2 – How to Create Your Videos

Mar212:00 pm Date: March 2nd, 2010 Time: 12:00PM EST (9:00AM PST) Topic: Using Video to Get Clients (Part 2 of 3) Speaker: Jessica Kizorek You know the power of video to get attention, convert lookers into buyers, and to promote a product or service like nothing else. But, how does one... Read More

The Next Hot Niche: Writing Online Video Scripts for B2B Companies

Feb243:00 pm Date: February 24th Time:3PM ET Topic: Writing B2B Video Scripts Speaker: Steve Slaunwhite Red Hot Niche: Writing Online Video Scripts for B2B Companies Writing for B2B online video is one of the hottest web writing markets these days. Just about every business-to-business... Read More


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