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[AWAI]( WEEK IN REVIEW August 14 – 18, 2023 --------------------------------------------------------------- Early Access for Week in Review Readers Our "Dream Team" of Experts Is Ready to Help You Build Your Business — Live — in 30 Days! Hi {NAME}, On Monday, we're opening up access to one of our most successful business-building programs ever. But you don't have to wait though … [Early Access — Check It Out!]( Inside, you'll find an elite team of business-building experts ready to personally guide you through the proven eight-step method that can totally transform your writing business. No matter where you're starting from today … In just 30 days or less, you'll have your entire writing business up and running — and attracting and closing writing clients like a machine! How can I know for sure? We've taken hundreds of writers through the same process … and the results speak for themselves. ([Check them out here!]() So if you're ready to turn your writing skills into a booming business, but don't know how to get started, let our "dream team" of experts help you go from $0 to an up-and-running writing business — in just 30 days! Our team will walk you through everything LIVE: choosing your niche, launching your website, putting together your samples and fee schedule, developing a strategy for attracting clients, and more — so at the end of the 30 days together, your to-do list will be ALL finished, and your business will be set up once and for all. But this is your last chance this year to get the hands-on, step-by-step guidance this expert team is standing by to give you. So don't miss this opportunity to get their personal help! [Go here now to grab your EARLY ACCESS invitation.]( Hope you're having a great Saturday, Katie Yeakle Co-Founder & Executive Director AWAI P.S. I hope I'm going to see you at this year's Copywriting Success & Getting Clients Bootcamp! But if you're not signed up yet, you need to do it NOW because Bootcamp is almost sold out! Don't miss your chance to join us in-person this October. We have so many exciting presentations and events in store for you to change your writing career forever. [Go here for the registration form.]( If it pops up, you can still get in. Otherwise, a waitlist form will appear for you to sign up on … What's Trending … Don't Miss This! Free Webinar and Q&A — Friday at Noon ET 20 Copywriting Secrets from Mega-Million-Dollar Direct-Response Legends For the first time in AWAI's 26-year history — we're opening our "Masters Vault" to share 20 of the deepest discoveries about direct-response copywriting that WORKS — with important take-aways for you. Three of today's top marketers/copywriters/copy chiefs: David Deutsch, Sandy Franks, and Guillermo Rubio will be joining me at noon ET on Friday. I hope you'll be there too, because together, they'll reveal their favorite secrets they learned from the legends of our industry and how they've used them to write promotions that generated millions of dollars in sales. You won't just hear about these secrets … you'll see examples of how these writers applied them to different winning sales letters and breakthrough marketing campaigns, bringing them to life. Get ready to take lots of notes and apply these secrets to your own work on your own journey to A-list copywriter status. And as always, we'll take the time to answer your burning questions about writing effective direct-response copy. Check out the details — and sign up for this free event [here](. Bootcamp Member Spotlight … Unlock Your Negotiating Power with Ilise! Bootcamp is almost sold out — don't miss your chance to join us for the Copywriting Event of the Year! More than a dozen powerhouse speakers will be taking the stage at this year's Copywriting Success & Getting Clients Bootcamp. One of the popular speakers returning this year is Ilise Benun … and she wants to help writers learn the art of negotiation and discover how to tackle the "money conversation," boost your confidence, and network like a pro. Have you ever felt nervous or stressed about talking about money? Well, you're not alone! For most freelancers, the money conversation is a big pain point. But guess what? It doesn't have to be, and Ilise is ready to show you a better way. Just [watch this video]( for some fantastic insights. And be sure to secure your spot at Bootcamp to hear Ilise give all her latest insights into running your copywriting business! If you'd like to be in person for the Copywriting Event of the Year, [reserve your space for AWAI's Copywriting Bootcamp now.]( Again, Bootcamp is almost sold out! Happening This Week … Monday, August 21 at 11 a.m. ET and 8 p.m. ET Circle of Success Live Q&A with Steve Maurer Circle of Success Members Only Location: [COS Facebook Group]( Professional copywriter and COS member Steve Maurer is live TWICE every Monday (in the morning and evening) for his weekly Q&A session. Join Steve to ask him ANY of the copywriting or freelancing questions that have been gnawing at you, or just kick back and get to know some of your COS peers. Wednesday, August 23 at 8 p.m. ET B2B Writers International — Ask Me Anything with Lisa Christoffel B2B Writers International Members Only Location: [B2B Writers International Facebook Group]( Every week, B2B Writers International Managing Editor Lisa Christoffel is online in the members-only Facebook Group for a live coaching hour. B2B Writers International 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, and she'll give you the advice you need! Not a B2B Writers International member? [Click here to join!]( Thursday, August 24 at 12 p.m. ET Digital Copywriter: Generative Search and SEO Copywriting Digital Copywriter Members Only Location: [Digital Copywriter Member Site]( The landscape of SEO is changing, but there's still a big role for writers to play. This Thursday, join SEO content writer and strategist Rebekah Mays for a talk about generative search, and she'll show you how to approach writing projects to help your clients rank in the age of AI. Friday, August 25 at 12 p.m. ET FREE Webinar and Q&A — 20 Copywriting Secrets from Mega-Million-Dollar Direct-Response Legends All Members Welcome! Location: [Details Here]( For the first time in AWAI's 26-year history — we're opening our "Masters Vault" to share 20 of the deepest discoveries about direct-response copywriting that WORKS. I'll connect you with three of today's top marketers/copywriters/copy chiefs: David Deutsch, Sandy Franks, and Guillermo Rubio. Together, these A-listers will reveal their favorite secrets they learned from the legends of our industry and how they've used them to write promotions that generate millions of dollars in sales. You won't just hear about these secrets … you'll see examples of how these writers applied them to different winning sales letters and breakthrough marketing campaigns, bringing them to life. And as always, we'll answer your questions too! And, for more of what's happening this week … Check out the AWAI Calendar. 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](. Go from $0/Month to Booming Writing Business We've assembled a "dream team" of seven top experts for you with one goal in mind … To transform your writing aspirations into a professional money making writing business. It doesn't matter if you're just starting out … Everything will be up and running in less than 30 days. [Learn more here.]( Editors' Picks [Money Magic]( Jade Trueblood, and special guest, Terri Trespicio, dig into the need for changing your mindset about money in order to charge the right amount for you and your business. [Why B2B Content Repurposing Can Get You Paid]( The demand for content repurposing is rising dramatically, because it pays off for both of you. Here's how you can find each other. [Using Common Sense to Start Your Copywriting Business]( When you connect the dots between the need in the market and the services you provide, you set yourself up for great success as a well-paid writer. Ilise Benun outlines what you need to do … ALMOST SOLD OUT: Register for Bootcamp 2023 (Only a Few Spots Remain!) Your registration includes THREE FULL DAYS of learning what's working today from the most in-demand experts in the industry … Getting firsthand insights that will give you clarity and direction on how to build your business … Making connections with people who can help you grow and succeed … And having a ton of fun! PLUS, you'll get free admission to our post-Bootcamp WEEKLONG job fair … Where you can connect with companies and marketers who are actively looking to hire writers. But hurry … only a few spots remain! [Register here before it's too late.]( Congratulations, Rodger and EG — You're Making Us Proud! 🎉🎉 Do you have a win you'd like to share too? Send me the details at askkatie@awai.com. We'd love to celebrate with you! [Writer Julia Borgini checks out the professional tennis games at the National Bank Open 2022]( Julia Borgini's work life always involved writing in some capacity, but it didn't take long for her to realize not all writing jobs are created equal. When life took a stressful turn and she needed a change, the appeal of more autonomy and creativity brought copywriting to the forefront. [Read on]( to discover how she melded her previous career skills with freelancing, and how she's built a joyful writing life that's still going strong more than a decade later. Free Training: 20 Copywriting Secrets from Mega-Million-Dollar Direct-Response Legends [Inside AWAI webinar Use These Secrets to Write Effective Direct-Response Copy presented by speakers Katie Yeakle, Sandy Franks, David Deutsch, and Guillermo Rubio] Friday, August 25, at 12 p.m. ET 👇 [Access Instructions Here]( AWAI's Member Success Team Is at Your Service [AWAI's Member Success Team] Have any questions, comments, or concerns? 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