August 2025
Inside AWAI Success Interview: Jill Weberding
August 22, 2025 (05:01:36 pm)
Jill Weberding spent more than two decades working as a cancer nurse. But when she launched her own nurse consulting business, she hit a wall. The expertise was there. That’s when Jill realized she didn’t have a business problem — she had a messaging problem.
August 2025 Winner of AWAI’s 4 Days to $400 Writing Challenge Announced
August 22, 2025 (04:58:39 pm)
Congratulations to Jeff Alley, who wrote the winning blog post in our latest round of AWAI’s 4 Days to $400 Writing Challenge for new freelance writers. This program is for aspiring professional freelance writers learning the ropes of effective content through AWAI.
7 Surprisingly Fun Ways Copywriters Can Use AI (Without Losing Their Voice)
August 22, 2025 (04:24:18 pm)
Discover seven unique, practical ways copywriters can use AI to boost creativity, productivity, and income without sounding like a robot.
Circle of Success Enters New Era Under Sandy Franks as AWAI Scales Its Top Program to Meet Soaring Demand for Skilled Writers
August 19, 2025 (09:01:38 am)
AWAI is excited to announce that Sandy Franks, a longtime marketer, copy chief, and publisher, has accepted the role of lead mentor for Circle of Success. This marks a major step in AWAI’s investment in the program and a new era for its members.
Success Story Interview: Tina Matras
August 18, 2025 (05:04:06 am)
After being laid off from a 20-year corporate writing career, Tina Matras built a flexible freelance business by leveraging her network, embracing learning and community, and adopting the confidence to say “yes” to opportunities before feeling fully ready.
Living the Writer's Life: Edgar Morales
August 17, 2025 (04:22:57 am)
Edgar Morales transitioned from a high-stress nonprofit job to a fulfilling copywriting career, inspired by the supportive AWAI community and a lifelong love of writing.
A Day in the Life of a Solo Agency Owner (Powered by AI)
August 14, 2025 (04:37:12 am)
Nick Usborne’s article paints a picture of how a solo agency owner can run a streamlined, highly professional business by using AI-powered systems to handle creative work, proposals, admin, and onboarding—freeing up time for strategy, higher-value tasks, and a balanced lifestyle.
PLAYBACK: The Solo Agency Model
August 13, 2025 (03:29:29 pm)
If you’re curious whether the Solo Agency Model is for you, then you’re going to want to listen in on this recent conversation between AWAI Executive Director Katie Yeakle and digital copywriting legend Nick Usborne. Together they address any “what-ifs” standing in your way so you can seize this unprecedented opportunity.
From Freelancer to Founder: How AI Lets You Scale Without Hiring
August 12, 2025 (04:11:26 am)
Nick Usborne’s article explains how AI empowers overwhelmed freelancers to evolve into confident solo agency founders by replacing the need for a team with smart, scalable systems.
10 Mistakes Writers Make Using AI (And How to Avoid Them!)
August 11, 2025 (09:52:12 am)
AI is transforming the writing process (and the entire industry as our Manifesto reveals!)… but are you using it the “right” way? In this video, Rebecca breaks down the 10 biggest mistakes writers make when using AI … and what you need to do harness its true power.
Living the Writer's Life: Diane Schuirman-Brower
August 11, 2025 (03:49:04 am)
Diane Schuirman-Brower turned a layoff and a Parkinson’s diagnosis into an opportunity to align her lifelong passion for writing with a flexible, fulfilling freelance career. Now thriving on her own terms, she emphasizes the value of self-care, resilience, and taking action without waiting to feel "ready."
PLAYBACK: Your First Look at Freelance Copywriting 2.0
August 08, 2025 (03:36:41 pm)
Over the last few months, we’ve been working behind the scenes on one of our most ambitious initiatives to date — a complete reimagining of what’s possible for writers in 2025 and beyond. Tune in as AWAI President Rebecca Matter and copywriting legend Nick Usborne finally reveal this major development — and what it means for your copywriting career.
Winners of AWAI’s July Writing Contest
August 08, 2025 (05:41:12 am)
Pam Foster announces the winners of the July Substack Writing Contest!
You Might Already Be a Ghostwriter — Here’s How to Level Up
August 07, 2025 (03:05:39 am)
Think ghostwriting is just writing books for celebrities? Think again. You might already be ghostwriting without realizing it. Discover 13 surprising ways writers help others tell their stories — plus how to turn those skills into a high-income career writing books with AWAI’s proven program.
Playback: Breaking Into the Lucrative World of Ghostwriting
August 04, 2025 (05:46:47 pm)
Ghostwriting is a fast-growing writing niche with massive demand. To help you take advantage of this opportunity, AWAI’s executive director hosted a roundtable interview with working ghostwriters who shared exactly how they broke in — and how you can, too!
Interview with Barefoot Writer Laura Gale
August 03, 2025 (06:12:42 am)
Best-selling author Laura Gale explains how to position yourself as a ghostwriter
August Issue: Secret Vault of Paid Writing Gigs
August 01, 2025 (07:00:44 pm)
Interested in a “secret vault” filled with paid writing gigs you can start THIS week? See them for yourself in this month’s issue of Barefoot Writer!
