AWAI Success Stories
Looking for a little inspiration? Read some of our most recent success stories below.
And if you want to meet some of the AWAI Members who are now living the writer’s life thanks to their hard work and dedicated persistence, be sure and read our case studies.
From Day Jobs to Dream Jobs: AWAI Writers Reveal How They Made the Leap
At AWAI’s 2024 Copywriting Bootcamp, four writers from diverse backgrounds shared how clarity, action, community, and belief helped them overcome doubt, land their first clients, and turn day jobs into successful copywriting careers on their own terms.
The "Not-So-Secret" Secret of My Success: From Copy Novice to Copy Chief
Pauline Longdon’s journey from Army nurse to respected Copy Chief shows how embracing continuous learning, investing in herself, and adopting the belief “If someone else can do it, I can too” transformed her from a complete novice into one of Australia’s most trusted copywriters.
Inside AWAI Success Interview: Jill Weberding
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.
Success Story Interview: Tina Matras
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
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.
Living the Writer's Life: Diane Schuirman-Brower
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."
Interview with Barefoot Writer Laura Gale
Best-selling author Laura Gale explains how to position yourself as a ghostwriter
AWAI Member Spotlight: Claudia Cesarotti
From Pet Groomer to Marketing Specialist for the National Animal Supplement Council Claudia shares 3 success tips and more!
Living the Writer's Life: Leslie Blaize
Leslie Blaize didn’t let the termination of her corporate job get her down. In fact, she didn’t even bat an eye before jumping into the writing world. Find out how she got started at lightning speed and went on to leverage her professional knowledge into a lifestyle that offers loads of freedom and space to have fun and be with family.
Living the Writer's Life: Brad Dunsé
Brad Dunsé took ownership of his unique life circumstances early on when he decided he was the only one who’d ever be in charge of his daily tasks and time. Then when writing surfaced as a new opportunity, he found a way to not only fold it into his own musical interests but use it as an avenue for helping others in situations similar to his, so they could also enjoy the same freedom-filled lifestyle. Read on for inspiration…
