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[AWAI]( WEEK IN REVIEW --------------------------------------------------------------- June 5 – 9, 2017 Hi {NAME}, We recently came up with a way to take you step-by-step through building a complete freelance business … one that's up and running and attracting new clients with paying projects … in less than 30 days! Here's Rebecca to tell you more about it … [Click to Watch Online]( Have a great weekend, Katie Yeakle Executive Director, AWAI What's Trending This Week ["A-List" Copywriter Richard Armstrong on the Importance of Getting Connected. Getting Serious. And, Getting Good — Fast.]( "When you look at the history of advertising, there has never been a time when the opportunities for copywriters were greater. There's never been more different media to work in. There have never been more clients committed to hiring good copywriters. And frankly, there's never been more money available for copywriters in royalties and bonuses." [FREE WEBINAR: Who Says Building a Copywriting Business Can't Be Fun?]( Check out the replay of our webinar, The No-Client Way to Make a Living as a Writer. If you like the idea of getting paid to write, but not the idea of getting clients, you should listen today. ["America's Top Copywriter" is on the Hunt for Writers to Hire for Copywriting Jobs]( Best-selling author and top copywriter Bob Bly loves to hire AWAI members to help him with his publishing projects … he's hired more than 12. Now he's coming to Bootcamp to hire more … Writer's Inspiring Writers "The premier ultra-motivating, career-launching, fear-busting, hands-on, opportunity-laden, income-boosting, skill-strengthening, high-caliber, direct route to success that you will ever experience." [~ Starr Daubenmire, describing AWAI's FastTrack to Copywriting Success Bootcamp and Job Fair]( Editors' Picks Point [Accountability Groups Are Stoopid]( By BEN SETTLE Let's talk about so-called 'accountability groups.' I've never understood why a business owner would need accountability … Counterpoint [Why You Must Have Accountability Partners If You're Serious about Writing Success]( By WILL NEWMAN Ben Settle's ideas are certainly provocative. So it shouldn't come as a surprise that Ben has stated accountability groups are "stoopid" … not important and a waste of time. Well, let me … [The Zeigarnik Effect: Finish What You've Started]( By REBECCA MATTER I have a fairly large walk-in closet in my office … Half of it is packed with business books, binders, notebooks, old journals, AWAI programs, old laptops, and more. But the other half … [Direct Mail Is Definitely NOT Dead!]( By STEVE SLAUNWHITE In fact, it can be a powerful tool when prospecting for copywriting clients. Use these six tips from Steve Slaunwhite to get the … [Know Your Audience and You'll Nail the Right Headline]( By BEN SETTLE Let's have an informal little "contest." Which of these three headlines do you think did best? "How To Get Rich Slowly" … [Improving Time on Site Metrics for Your Clients]( By HEATHER ROBSON In direct-mail marketing, data analysis is pretty straightforward. You have the number of pieces mailed and the number of sales. [5 Ways Limiting Beliefs Hold You Back from Copywriting Success]( By SEAN McCOOL Limiting beliefs have more of a negative impact on your life than any other factor. They are pervasive and affect our lives … [How to Let Go of Your Limiting Beliefs]( By SEAN McCOOL So now you can benefit from one of the most powerful letting-go processes I've ever discovered. If you're ready, follow this … [4 Writing Rules to Keep Your Clients Happy No Matter Where in the World You Travel …]( By CHRISTY INGKAVET Christy left New York because she wanted to put her toes in the sand and beaches along Southeast Asia's coastline … but she had to keep her clients happy while she was traveling the world. Read her story in the June Barefoot Writer. [How to Use Spec Challenges to Launch Your Copywriting Career]( By ELIZABETH BLESSING It was early 2014, and I had just finished AWAI's Accelerated Program for Six-Figure Copywriting. And boy, was I excited. This Week's Videos [Makepeace Mastermind Alliance: How to Write No-Nonsense "Tough Guy Copy"]( There's a no-nonsense approach to copywriting that's not often used. Clayton calls it "tough guy copy" … gritty but not insulting. Three "lovable jerks" have perfected this arrogant style … [Kung Fu Writing: Strengthen Your Skills with Persuasive Writing Prompts]( Ben Settle says the more you know your market, product, and topic by doing research before you write … Celebrating Your Success [Tony Boatright Builds His B2B Copywriting Business in the Tropics]( Living his writer's life in "paradise," Tony Boatright uses his copywriting skills to help other people with disabilities … [Copywriting Skills Help Texas Woman Launch Profitable Web-Based Business]( "Copywriting has become so much more than a path to quitting my full-time job. AWAI gave me the tools I needed to turn my idea into a business." Learn her tips for other copywriters … 100% of attendees said, "I recommend this to aspiring writers!" The results from our first Virtual Business Building Intensive were so incredible that we're hosting it one more time. Now it's your chance to work step-by-step with us … Together, we'll identify your niche, craft a marketing message you love, determine your fees, launch a solid website that attracts clients, and much more … [Learn more and claim your seat before they're gone!]( New on DirectResponseJobs.com Spotlight Job of the Week SurvivalFrog.com is looking for a talented contract copywriter. Byron Walker, owner of the small but growing company, says they are looking for someone to develop copy for direct-response marketing sales pages in the prepping/survival niche. To begin, you'll be writing copy to split-test against current controls. If your work resonates with their audience, this can quickly grow into a full-time position. They want to see a few samples of your work. Read more [here](. Here are some of the other jobs posted on DirectResponseJobs.com this week. - [Freelance Direct Sales Copy Reviewer & Editor for UnlockTheGame]( - [Social Media Planner: Social and Digital for NM+U]( - [Freelance Graphic Designer for Rose Creative Group]( - [Freelance Off-site Graphic Designer for M.I.]( - [Christian Writer & Managing Editor for Prison Fellowship's Inside Journal publication]( Direct Response Jobs is the free Job Board included with AWAI's The Accelerated Program for Six-Figure Copywriting. To find more companies looking to hire copywriters and more, visit [DirectResponseJobs.com](. Your AWAI Weekly Planner With so many opportunities to learn going on each week, you can make sure you never miss a thing by staying connected to the [AWAI Calendar of Events](. [Sit Right Back and You'll Hear the Tale …]( Everyone loves a story! In fact, our brains are hardwired for them. Registered Circle of Success members will learn to write good Story Leads during Week 8 of Mastering the Irresistible Lead. June 12 Monday --------------------------------------------------------------- [Learn the Highest-Paying B2B Content Projects, including White Papers]( Steve Slaunwhite outlines the most common content projects: Long-Form Articles, Case Studies, and White Papers. All during Week 7 of 12 Weeks to B2B Copywriting Mastery. June 13 Tuesday --------------------------------------------------------------- [Always Be Improving: An Interview with Reality Blogger Candice Lazar]( Wealthy Web Writers can join Heather Robson and Candice for the Reality Blog Update about improving your skills. [Live Q&A Session with Joshua Boswell]( Game of Success members can join Joshua for the live Simple Path Weekly Call. [Ben Settle Invites "10-Minute Email" Business Writers to a Q&A Session]( Ben answers questions from members about starting and growing a 10-Minute Workday email writing business. June 14 Wednesday --------------------------------------------------------------- [Ready for a Hot Seat?]( Advanced Training members can join this Hot Seat with guest Henry Bingaman, Creative Director of Natural Health Sherpa. [Bring Your Questions! Open Q&A for Makepeace Mastermind Alliance Members]( Clayton will be hosting an open Q&A with Mastermind members and he'll also reveal the upcoming guest expert lineup. [Analyzing the Point and Power of Testimonials and Endorsements]( Registered Circle of Success members will learn the differences and more during Week 9 of the Ultimate Finish class. June 15 Thursday Remember, you can get all of the details on future events by visiting the [AWAI Calendar of Events.]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Trouble viewing this email? 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