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Don’t make this mistake when trying to break into copywriting…
Don’t make this mistake when trying to break into
What to do when no one will hire you as a copywriter…
What to do when no one will hire you as a copywriter
20 questions, copywriter edition: part 2
20 copywriter and portfolio questions, answered by a real copywriter.
20 questions, copywriter edition: part 1
Rowan is answering every question she gets asked about becoming a writer and building your portfolio…well, 20 of them. Here’s the first 10.
Copy House Urchin’s origins and why we’re here
Copy House Urchin updates and new beginnings.
How AI is impacting jobs for new writers
Did AI just edge out new copywriters? Get your game plan to beat AI and land your first gig as an aspiring writer.
Breaking into copywriting? Here’s what you’re up against…
When you’re a writer with a non-traditional resume, you may discover how impossible making a career transition can be. First, assess your skills gap and get on the road to writer.
The 2 Invisible Gatekeepers Between You and the Interview Seat
Getting an interview right now is HARD. There are two gatekeepers between you and the opportunity. Learn about them and how to disarm them effectively.
Write These 5 Assets for Your First Copywriting Portfolio
Begin your copywriting career by writing thses 5 types of content.
Why Is It So Hard to Break Into Copywriting Right Now?
Why is it so hard to get an interview right now? We are breaking down the reasons and how to leapfrog these obstacles.
Increase Your Value For Interviews, Reviews, and Retrospecitves
How to speak about your signature process, approach, or style during interviews, reviews, or retrospectives. With verbiage and script examples.
NSFW: Sexist Microaggresions in a “Progressive” Company
Sexist microaggressions in a ‘progressive’ workplace. You might think your company is inclusive and equitable, but if you’re hearing conversations like this, then you need to do something about it.
The 7 C’s of Irresistible Portfolios
Copywriting portfolios need more than writing samples to make a good impression. They need these 5 C’s: Content, Context, Credibility, Curve, and Contact. This is how to add them to your portfolio.
7 New Policies I’m Starting with My High-Ticket Clients in 2023
How do you avoid uncomfy client interactions that end with them grumpy and asking for a refund? Well, I have had some of these not-so-great encounters and I’m sharing 7 things I’m doing with all my high-ticket clients starting now.
Copywriting Crystal Ball 2023
What career challenges will copywriters face in 2023? We take a look at how AI, the recession, and mass layoffs impact the role of copywriting.
What to Expect in Copywriting Interviews
How to prepare for a copywriting interview and writing skills test… What do recruiters, supervisors, and C-Suites actually want to know?
Top 11 Skills You’ve Gotta Have as a Copywriter in 2023
These 11 skills are essential for new copywriters to be successful and have the ability to flex as quickly as the job market does.
10 Reasons I Chose a 9 to 5 Over Freelancing
10 Reasons I Chose a 9 to 5 Over Freelancing. IMHO, a remote 9 to 5 has all the benefits of freelance without any of the headaches. You grow faster and become an expert on someone else’s dime.
How to Create a Copywriting Portfolio
How to create a copywriter portfolio as a beginner to mid-career or hobby writer. What you need in your portfolio and how to make your portfolio stand out.
Ready to Move On or Move Up?
Identify your transferable skills, build your portfolio with what you’ve got, and make a move.