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[AWAI]( WEEK IN REVIEW --------------------------------------------------------------- August 17 – 21, 2020 Hi {NAME}, WANTED: New & Eager Writers (For Specialized Training) Here's something exciting to kick-off your weekend … B2B Expert Steve Slaunwhite is on the lookout for a few good writing "recruits" — "I'm looking for a small number of new and eager writers to turn into highly-skilled B2B experts. I'll train them. And show them everything they need to land their first paying client." Steve let me know he's prepared to give you a LOT of hands-on guidance and feedback. If you'd like to work with Steve, make sure you read his invitation to you. [B2B Writing Recruits Wanted]( I hope you're enjoying the weekend, Katie What's Trending [All Welcome FREE Virtual Open House — All Your Questions About Circle of Success Answered]( One of the biggest breakthrough moments for AWAI members happens when we open the doors to Circle of Success and let a few of our most eager-to-succeed writers in. It's a BIG turning point for a lot of folks … What, with the personal mentoring Circle members get … the chance to write alongside top "A-level" writers … the live, in-depth, Targeted Learning Classes … free AWAI Bootcamps … full, unfettered lifetime access to all the learning programs and business-building resources we offer … your own Copy Chief … access to clients … and much, much more … Circle of Success gives you everything you need to succeed. In fact, there are so many benefits — and so many moving pieces — that it's difficult to cover everything in a typical invitation letter. That's why I'm inviting you to a very special LIVE Virtual Open House "Encore Performance" so you can see exactly what the Circle of Success experience entails. It will take place this Wednesday, August 26th at 12 p.m. Eastern Time. I'm joined by instructors and experts who work with "Circle" members every day. You'll also meet a handful of AWAI members who will share — among other things — how they were able to parlay the access and resources Circle of Success offers into successful six-figure writing careers. We have a special surprise for all event attendees … and I'll be there to answer your questions LIVE AND IN REAL TIME! Just to be clear, there's no charge for this event. Nor is there any obligation whatsoever to join Circle of Success or buy anything. My goal is simply to lift the curtain on how all the benefits and "moving pieces" of Circle of Success can work for you — so you can make a well-informed decision as to whether or not Circle of Success is right for you at this time. Reserving your spot for Wednesday's free Open House is easy. Simply [click here]( and enter your name and email address so we can send you instructions for logging on to the live event. Also, just for signing up, I'll send you some insightful daily briefings that will help you get the very most out of Wednesday's event … Plus, you'll get exclusive and immediate access to our Circle of Success Virtual Open House website, where you can learn more about the event, see who'll be joining me, get tips and insights no other AWAI members see, and more. And believe me — even if you've never considered Circle of Success before, the insights you'll gain from this important discussion about copywriting success are sure to benefit you. Again — it's as simple as [clicking here]( and entering your name and email. Then, we'll get back to you within minutes with everything you need … including access to the website. See you Wednesday! Also Happening This Week … Replay Now Available FREE Webinar: Inside AWAI: How to Attract Freelance Writing Clients Via a Magnetic Website Available to all members! Location: [AWAI Facebook Page]( In yesterday's Inside AWAI webinar, Pam Foster and Wealthy Web Writer Managing Editor Heather Robson gave the inside scoop on: - Why your own freelance writing website is a must - How to show your value to clients when they see your website - What to say in your content so they'll want them to hire you - A 5-step plan to get your website up and running This is info you NEED and these are the pros to give it to you straight so I hope you'll go to our [Facebook page]( for the FREE playback. Tuesday, August 25th at 12 pm ET Industry Insights & Opportunities: B2B Copywriting Mastery & Mentorship Location: [AWAI Facebook Page]( Join us on Facebook for a live Q&A with B2B copywriting expert Steve Slaunwhite and AWAI's Director of Training Pam Foster. Steve and Pam will address FAQs about his latest AWAI-exclusive B2B Copywriting Mastery and Mentorship opportunity. They'll also open the floor to answer any of your questions live! Wednesday, August 26th at 8 pm ET B2B Writing Success — Ask Me Anything with Lisa Christoffel B2B Writing Success Members Only Location: [B2B Writing Success Facebook Group]( Every week, B2B Writing Success Managing Editor Lisa Christoffel is online in the private Facebook Group for a live coaching hour. B2B Writing Success 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 away, and she'll be there to give you the answers or advice you need. Not a B2B Writing Success member? [Click here to join!]( Thursday, August 27th at 12 pm ET Copywriting Crash Course Q&A with Katie & Rebecca Members with Copywriting Crash Course Only Location: Copywriting Crash Course Member Page On Thursday, Rebecca and I will be LIVE for our Q&A session included in the Copywriting Crash Course. We love this chance to personally answer any questions you have about copywriting, building a successful writing business, anything that's on your mind! Haven't signed up for the Copywriting Crash Course yet? [It's not too late.]( Friday, August 28th at 12 pm ET Writer's Coffee Break — Live Chat All Members Welcome! Location: [AWAI Facebook Page]( Join AWAI Staff Copywriter Bonnie Caton on Friday for her chat with digital marketing pioneer and Wall Street Journal best-selling author Ann Handley. Ann is inspiring … entertaining … and will help you rethink how you can market yourself using social media, blogging, and content marketing. She'll get you fired up about taking do-able, practical steps for achieving your dream writing career! For more of what's happening this week … The AWAI Calendar has a New Look 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](. And finally … "Eavesdrop" on a Discovery Call with an Expert Business Coach (Make Your "First Contact" with Clients Count) If you've ever been nervous about that first conversation with a potential client – not sure what to say or which questions to ask and which to avoid – then this is for you. In this short video, expert copywriter and business coach, Ed Gandia, will walk you through exactly how to conduct a new client "discovery call" where both you and the client are guaranteed to get all the information you need to forge a great new partnership. Leave awkward silences and miscommunications in the past. After this, you'll be able to talk to clients with a clear plan and easy confidence. You can view Ed's video session on your B2B Writing Success member website. Not a member yet? [Just go here to get started.]( You've never been invited to a club like this one … Thanks to this $2.3 trillion "underground" economy, members can work in their bedrooms, in coffee shops, by the pool, or even while traveling the world. They seldom work for more than a few hours at a time. And they get paid up to hundreds of dollars an hour to write about subjects they love. In many ways, it's as if they've retired early. [Click here for your personal invitation …]( Editors' Picks [This Resource Brings You a Bucket Load of Writing Opportunities]( By SANDY FRANKS With all the resources in the Infinity program, just imagine the number of copywriting jobs that magically open up for you. No more turning new jobs down! [How to Estimate Project Time — Tips for Freelance Web Writers]( By MICHELE PETERSON When you're working as a freelance web writer, you need a plan for how to estimate project time, so you can set sensible fees. These tips will help. [Proven Method to Get B2B Freelance Clients with One Sample]( By JEN PHILLIPS APRIL Don't let lack of experience stop you. You can get B2B freelance clients, with just one sample, when you use this proven method to prospect. [All You Need to Get Started Landing Well-Paid Writing Assignments Is LinkedIn]( By ILISE BENUN When you're starting your freelance writing business, there's one key thing that can help you find clients. Ilise Benun has details on how to make it work. Celebrating Your Success [👏👏👏 $5,000 WINNER 👏👏👏 Congratulations to Amy Slagle, Winner of AWAI's SEO Magnet $5,000 Spec Challenge and to all those in Russ's SEO training program who submitted a spec!]( We're thrilled to announce the winner of our $5,000 SEO Magnet Spec challenge. Read more about the contest and Amy's winning entry [here](. [Living the Writer's Life: Wendy Ripmeester From the Brink of Burnout to the Best of Both Worlds …]( Wendy Ripmeester's story is a terrific example of someone who shaped her work around her life instead of the opposite. If you're not sure how to meld your current job or lifestyle with your writing interests, Wendy's approach offers inspiration and a framework for how to come out on top of any challenge you're facing. Pam Foster, our Director of Training, forwarded me this email she got from AWAI member Sean Van Zant … Sean got his first official client from Pam's program, Site Audits Made Simple! Congrats Sean, from all of us. 😊 Hey Pam! I got my first official client in doing a site audit for! I am working on the first site now. And I have another one to also "experiment" on :) I used your client brief you made, use some of the script regarding starting a conversation with a client, and they worked great! I had a phone meeting with her this morning, and am going to use my Web Design skills to help her even more. I am listening to Module 9 of The Accelerated Program, and it inspired me on how much you gave it you're all when you first started with AWAI. And, boy did it pay off for you! Thank you for all of the help and encouragement you have been to me so far! I will pay it forward :) And, last but not least … Sending out a BIG congratulations to our Launch Party participant, Charles, Butler who now has THREE client contracts and is finally "un-stuck!" [Charles’ First Facebook Post] Here's what he had to say about getting his paid writing off the ground: [Charles’ Second Facebook Post] Go Charles! And to everyone in our recent "graduating class" who just finished up last week: Here's to your success as paid writers. Keep it up! We've never seen so many successes in such a short amount of time. The Launch Party is open for enrollment right now – and we'd love to help you [get your start as a writer right here!]( Over One Power-Packed Weekend (from the Comfort of Home) Discover the Secrets to Traveling the World for Free … Meeting New People … and Getting Paid as a Travel Writer "As it turns out, travel writing becomes even more interesting when the world stops." – Sarah Firshein, NY Times Travel [Break into Travel Writing Online Masterclass September 12-13, 2020]( New on DirectResponseJobs.com Spotlight Job of the Week Wealthbuilder LLC Building Great Investors [wealthbuilderllc.com]( Investment copywriting and marketing (a Full-time Financial Copywriting job) We are a financial education and advisory firm that requires more marketing muscle. We sell online and live investing courses on stocks, options, futures, and forex. We also offer live classes all around the world. In addition, we offer advisory services and newsletters on the same topics. We are looking for one or more people to work the following areas: - Copywriting - Funnel Building - Social media - Getting on other people's podcasts - Writing guest blogs - Promoting for our affiliates. Our main concern is the top three of this list. That is where we can really use the help. We are located in Las Vegas and it would be great if you relocated here but not necessary. Still, we'd want you to come here initially for a week or two to train you in how we do things. We are a fun and exciting company but small. [Get more details here.]( Here are some of the other jobs posted on DirectResponseJobs.com this week. Check them out today. - [Content Wrtier for Scribe]( - [B2B Copywriting for Blackthorn]( - [Social Media for Axios]( - [Copywriting for Native Touch]( Direct Response Jobs is the free Job Board included with AWAI's The Accelerated Program for Six-Figure Copywriting. 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