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Eight Ways to Greater Success By Living a “Never Stop Learning” Life
February 20, 2018 (06:22:26 am)
To achieve greater copywriting success, you need to create a “never stop learning” lifestyle. Here are eight simple action steps to get you started.
When You Should “Write For Free”… And When You Shouldn’t
November 17, 2017 (06:10:10 am)
Should freelancers write for free? Should you have to write “on spec” in order to land work, or are clients out of line to expect it? Get the answers here.
Use Your Writing Skills to Preserve Knowledge for Future Generations
December 04, 2014 (06:54:09 am)
As AWAI member David Guthrie discovered, a website is an easy way to use your writing skills to preserve knowledge and information for future generations.
Improve Your Life By Asking Yourself Better Questions
October 15, 2014 (06:50:38 am)
Successful people ask better questions. Find out how you can improve your life by asking better questions, including the best questions to solve problems.
5 Lessons from Michael Jordan’s Minor League Baseball Career
November 22, 2013 (06:26:39 am)
Michael Jordan’s baseball career has 5 important lessons for writers: learn from criticism, be generous, work hard, prove naysayers wrong, and love what you do!
Never Let What You Cannot Do Interfere With What You Can Do
November 21, 2013 (07:11:40 am)
Anthony Robles didn’t let obstacles get in his way. He was born with one leg and still is an amazing athlete and wrestler, turning his disability into a strength.
David Ogilvy's Copywriting Technique That Made a Homeless Man's Cup Runneth Over...
February 08, 2013 (07:14:50 am)
John Wood shares a story about copywriting legend David Ogilvy that has become part of advertising folklore.
Are You Ready to Motor?
February 07, 2013 (07:07:45 am)
John Wood takes some hints from advertising giants, and how you can apply them to your own copy.
Are You an Activationist or a Passivationist?
September 21, 2012 (07:18:36 am)
Could of, would of, should of. John Wood looks into how to avoid regret by taking action.
Are You an Anti-Writer?
September 18, 2012 (07:08:20 am)
John Wood gives you a great technique for tackling those creeping negative thoughts that keep you from fully living the writer's life.
How to Write a Killer Press Release and Use It to Bring Traffic to Your Client's Website
August 22, 2012 (06:13:21 am)
John Wood gives you the details on press releases, an easy and cost-effective way for your client to gain exposure for their company and a great skill to hone for your freelance copywriting business.
16 Ways to Turn Writing "Dead Time" into Productive Time...
June 18, 2012 (06:11:46 am)
John Wood wants to keep you move your career forward by maximizing the way you use your "dead time".
If You Do a Good Job at This, No One Will Know...
May 24, 2012 (07:14:01 am)
John Wood explains why being a good listener is a key networking skill that can increase your client base.
11 Tips to Help You Get New Clients Through Cold Calling
May 21, 2012 (06:04:28 am)
John Wood tells you how to make cold calling work for your freelance copywriting business.
15 Tips for Reducing Your Learning Curve
April 18, 2012 (06:53:17 am)
John Wood shares a step-by-step plan that will help you cut your learning curve in half so you can stay on top of the ever-evolving web writing industry.
Discover the Formula One of the Founding Fathers Used to Power His Success...
April 06, 2012 (07:02:59 am)
John Wood gives us a 200-plus year old formula for success that many have never heard of, but could easily fit into anyone's life and make a difference.
Seven Steps to Personal Excellence and Achieving All Your Goals in Life
April 06, 2012 (06:02:57 am)
Although seemingly obvious, John Wood reminds us how to achieve excellence and surpass our goals in living the writer's life.
One of the Biggest Reasons People Lose Business...
April 04, 2012 (06:42:53 am)
The Big Idea is a great pillar of copywriting. John Wood reminds us not to forget it when dealing with clients as well as prospects.
Napoleon Hill's Seven Steps to Self-Confidence...
April 03, 2012 (06:37:26 am)
If your goal is to be a freelance writer, it's up to you to make it happen. And the first step is to believe in yourself and your ability.
16 Tips for Establishing the Right Mindset for Living a Life of Personal Excellence
April 02, 2012 (06:09:30 am)
Creating great work leads to great paychecks. John Wood gives you 16 tips to create a mindset that fosters excellence.