3 letters that build massive confidence in writing

It may be small, but the impact is powerful … [The Writer’ s Life]( January 5, 2022 Hi {NAME}, Out of the mouths of babes … Today's issue was inspired by a lesson Katie Yeakle learned from my kiddos during a recent visit to my home. But don't let the little messengers fool you — it's a BIG idea that can transform your mindset and what you accomplish. You should start using this tactic right away, today. It's super simple but extremely powerful. Katie and I were happy to be brainstorming in person again after a gap of almost two years … With demand expected to grow by double digits AGAIN in 2022, this is going to be a BIG year for writers. And the demand is in ALL specialties … at levels we've never seen before. Of course, no matter what the project, at the core [it's all direct response]( … And with a solid knowledge of how direct response works, and the fundamentals of good copy, you are golden. No company will ever want to lose you! (And you'll be paid accordingly too.) If you're new to this writing world, reading our [Barefoot Writer magazine]( every month is a great first step … Each month you'll discover … - The most in-demand skills that command the highest fees … - Which writing opportunities are the easiest to break into and which ones pay the most … - The best ways to start making good money as a writer … - How writers like you have turned their interest in writing into well-paid writing careers … - Productivity tips to make your writing career easier … - And much, much more! Normally an annual subscription runs $49, but today you can secure a full year of Barefoot Writer magazine for only $11! [>> Click here now to claim your $11 subscription.]( To your success, [Rebecca Matter’ s signature] Rebecca Matter President, AWAI Writer Confidence from Three Little Letters By Katie Yeakle [Silhouette of woman doing handstand on beach at sunset] "This is the day I'm going to do a full-arm balance." (aka, a handstand) I'll say this out loud tomorrow morning … just like I have most Tuesday and Thursday mornings recently. I'll mention it to my husband as he's making his coffee and I'm brewing my tea. I'll think about it while I'm driving to the yoga class where this feat will occur. I'll picture myself going up into this pose of grace and strength as I climb the stairs to the studio, walk in, and get situated on my mat. My confidence will grow as my teacher leads us through the series of poses that all support doing full-arm balance. And, even though to my mind this should have happened already … it hasn't. Or, actually … let me re-phrase that … It hasn't happened … YET. I say "yet," because I know that it will. I'm strong enough. I understand the mechanics of the pose. I am SO determined. I recognize that it's fear that's been holding me back so far. What I haven't figured out is how to overcome that fear … YET. And, even though I get disappointed for a minute or two after each unsuccessful attempt, I bounce back quickly because of my determination to accomplish this goal. I'm sharing this with you today as we start this New Year together because … Well … to be perfectly honestly … I believe the more people who know about my handstand goal and are rooting me on, the better my chances of achieving it are. 😊 AWAI's Katie Yeakle and Rebecca Matter But really … the bigger reason is I just love the idea of "yet" … which I learned from Rebecca's 10-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son. (I went to visit her and her family for a few days of meetings and "catching up" before the holidays. Even though we Zoom and text just about every day, we hadn't been together in the same room for almost two years. It was wonderful!) As Sydney and Alex wisely explained to me … if you haven't reached a goal … like "I haven't finished the Harry Potter series" or "I haven't hit a homerun" … just add "yet" to the end of the sentence. Because, they said, "When you do that, you'll do it!" Simple, right? It really is powerful … the confidence those three little letters instill. YET. I mentioned this "theory" in the Copywriter's Insider Facebook group because I wanted to hear what "YET" our members were hoping to accomplish this year. Here were some of the replies I got: - I can't write a full-blown sales letter YET. - My website isn't finished YET. - I haven't met my first client YET. - I'm not ready to leave my J.O.B. YET. - I haven't become an "A-list" copywriter … YET … - I haven't started an affiliate marketing business YET. - I haven't met my earnings goal YET … but I'm not giving up. - I don't have a winning control with royalties … YET! I will. The exciting thing is that by these folks setting their goals up as something they know will happen, they are creating a belief that it will happen. And, that's the most important part of accomplishing anything, right? The belief in yourself that you can do it. So now … what about you? I'd love to hear what your current "YET" is. Is it something personal like my handstand goal … professional like landing your dream client … both? (I have more than one!) I think it's also important to spend a few minutes thinking about what could be holding you back from your "YET." Is it fear like I have about doing a handstand? Is it a lack of confidence in your abilities? (We have trainings for that!) A lack of clarity about your next step? (Let us help you with that too!) [Please share the next "YET" you'll be accomplishing in the comments]( so this amazing community can support you and celebrate your win when it happens. Trust me, you'll be hearing about it when I finally do a handstand. 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