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Learn AND get a chance to win inside! [The Writer’ s Life]( July 22, 2022 "You're not obligated to win. You're obligated to keep trying. To do the best you can do every day." – Jason Mraz Happy Friday, {NAME} … I'm about to violate one of the number one rules taught here at AWAI … the Power of One, which states that I should stick to just ONE idea … But I just have too much to share today! For starters, we have a brand-new writing challenge … where THREE writers will get paid! Each month, we set these up like a real assignment from a client, so you can gain hands-on experience. Then we ask one of our top experts to walk you through exactly how to write the assignment. But this one is special for three reasons: - You're going to learn how to write an ad for a real client (us!) … - You'll be writing about THE copywriting event of the year, AWAI's Copywriting Success & Getting Clients Virtual Bootcamp … - And, along with a cash prize, the winners will all get a HUGE added bonus worth $2,495!! More on what that is in just a sec … But first, here's how it works … Our Copy Chief Sandy Franks is going to teach you how to write an ad that not only "gets the click" but also properly sets the reader up to learn more. Then, you're going to work on your ad and submit it to her for review. She'll pick THREE winners … Submit her selections to the AWAI marketing team to use in an upcoming campaign … Pay them $200 for the effort … AND … Wait for it … Give them a complimentary ticket to the big event!! That's right, when you take on this assignment, you'll get a sample, a chance at $200, and a chance at winning a ticket to Bootcamp — valued at $2,495. I love our writing challenges so much!! 🥰 Get all the details on the challenge, including Sandy's training, [here](. Next up, if you missed our free training on Tuesday, I have some incredibly valuable homework for you this weekend … I HIGHLY recommend you set aside an hour this weekend to watch the replay, [here](. We walked through what businesses are going through right now … SEVEN ways you can help them … and how to thrive as a writer in the process! Remember, for most – recession, rising interest rates, and inflation are real reasons for worry … We're bombarded with news stories about companies cutting back, layoffs, falling incomes … But for copywriters, it's a different story! Because, as you'll see when you watch, YOU hold the key to helping businesses through these troubled times. 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And will be forever grateful for the change in trajectory that experience gave me. [All the details are here.]( Ok I think that's it! 😁 I hope you have a wonderful weekend … And I'll see you back here on Monday! We're going to do some dreaming. 😉 [Rebecca Matter’ s signature] Rebecca P.S. Thank you to everyone who corrected Wednesday's quiz on baited vs. bated. This is one of the MANY reasons we need quality copyeditors. 😊 I'll let AWAI member Lydia explain … Dear Rebecca, As a proofreader and editor with many years' experience under my belt, 😊 I had to write after this morning's TWL newsletter. I'm sure you've heard from others, as well. "Baited is the past form of the verb bait, which means to tease, harass, or put food (or bait) in a trap. A hook, witness, or animal is baited (lured, enticed, tempted). The word bated is a clipped form of the past tense of the verb abate, which means to reduce or restrain. Breath is bated." —Thoughtco.com I know the misused, "baited breath," is working its way into the mainstream. But at this point, "bated breath" is still the correct one. But I'm in love with your new copyediting program.❤️ Of all the past jobs I've ever had, copyediting has been my favorite. Everything is already there in front of you — all you have to do is craft and polish it to perfection, like a really good carpenter. Definitely an art, and so much fun. Thank you for all you do, all the time. I'm so grateful to you and AWAI.🙏🏻 Thank you, Lydia!! Clearly, you've found the perfect fit. ❤️ LAST CHANCE: $11 Today, $297 Tomorrow When you grab a subscription to Barefoot Writer magazine by midnight, for only $11 … You'll get FREE access to our Making the Leap program, which takes you from wherever you are today … And shows you exactly how to make a smooth transition to paid writing, so you'll have success right out of the gate. It usually costs $297, but you'll get it completely free today! [Grab It All For $11]( What's Hot at AWAI … 🏆 Win $200 and a free seat to Bootcamp while you learn how to write an ad from AWAI's Copy Chief?? Yes please! [Don't miss this BIG contest here!]( 🔥 Bootcamp is the MUST-attend event of the year for anyone who wants to know what to do right NOW to thrive and build wealth as a writer. [See what it's about here!]( 🙋 Your Digital Copywriting Apprenticeship starts soon! [Sign up here!]( 💰 Looking for a niche that pays? Check out these [35 hot niche industries for web content writing jobs in 2022](. What'cha Workin' On? [Social media post about currently working on email, podcast teaser, and blog articles for copywriting clients] Sounds like a great day of writing! Keep it up, Erica! Have your own story to share? Email us at mysuccess@awai.com, or [post it over in the Facebook group](, so we can celebrate your win too! Full Access for Just $1!!! 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