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Success Story Interview: Rachael Kraft — From the Classroom to Copywriting Success: Rachael’s Evolving Career Path
October 28, 2025 (05:01:41 am)

Rachael Kraft’s career path is anything but traditional. She started as a science teacher, transitioned into graphic design, and then discovered copywriting through AWAI. Today, she wears many hats: B2B marketer, newsletter co-creator with Andrew Davis, and marketing lead for her husband’s cybersecurity training company. In this Inside AWAI episode, Rachael shares how she built her career by continuously learning, saying “yes” to new opportunities, and turning chance encounters into long-term partnerships.

COS Member Success Tammica D.: Friendship Turned into First Client Win
October 21, 2025 (05:01:30 am)

Tammica D. was all smiles at her Circle of Success W.I.N.™ coaching session — and for good reason. She was about to sign a contract with a new client… just a few days later. Her W.I.N.™ step: Tammica offered to review a friend’s website. What started as a small gesture of support quickly revealed a bigger opportunity — her friend needed exactly what she had to offer as a copywriter. That simple conversation led to a big win: Tammica signed her first official client, contract and payment in hand! 🎉

COS Success Story Interview: Curtis Dennis From Construction Sites to Copywriting Success: A Family Affair
October 14, 2025 (04:53:12 am)

Curtis Dennis spent 40 years building his career in contracting and construction, working on projects from the MGM in Las Vegas to residential and commercial sites across California. But when life circumstances shifted, family responsibilities, a torn rotator cuff, and an unexpected pandemic — Curtis discovered that his next chapter wasn’t swinging hammers anymore. It was typing words. Today, Curtis not only thrives as a copywriter but has also brought his daughter into the business, creating a multi-generational success story built on expertise, focus, and entrepreneurial spirit.

COS Member Success Dave Sharpe: From One Freelance Project to a Global Copywriting Powerhouse
October 13, 2025 (05:01:59 am)

Over 30 years ago, Dave Sharpe landed a freelance gig that would unknowingly set the stage for a career full of growth, learning, and surprises. Today, he leads a thriving agency with a global team, helping B2B clients dominate in content and SEO. But the journey wasn’t just about building a business, it was about staying ahead of the curve in a world where AI, SEO, and digital marketing are always changing.

Success Story Interview: EG Orren From Pandemic Uncertainty to Newsletter Authority
October 08, 2025 (03:14:05 am)

After overcoming health and financial struggles in 2020, EG Orren went “all-in” with Circle of Success, building a thriving freelance business focused on newsletters while creating the freedom to live her dream lifestyle.

Member Spotlight: Edgar Morales — From Case Files to Copywriting: Edgar’s Bold Career Pivot
October 06, 2025 (04:51:13 am)

In this episode of Inside AWAI, Edgar shares how small, intentional steps — combined with persistence and vision — led him to clients, retainer projects, and a role as AWAI’s Reality Blogger.

From a Subway Snack to a High-End Client: Swayne Hall’s Breakthrough
September 29, 2025 (04:27:54 am)

Swayne Hall turned a chance subway encounter into a high-end client by confidently creating a niche sample—showing how the right mindset and guidance from Circle of Success can turn everyday opportunities into paid work.

Success Story Interview: Kazi Quinton: From Crime Investigator to In-Demand Copywriter
September 11, 2025 (12:02:35 pm)

When Kazi Quinton decided she was ready for something new, she had no idea just how far her next chapter would take her. In this episode of Inside AWAI, Kazi shares the bold moves, everyday habits, and mindset shifts that fueled her rapid rise as a copywriter, and how you can apply them to your own journey.

Success Story Interview: Nikki Young
September 11, 2025 (05:19:56 am)

When the pandemic pushed Nikki Young to explore proofreading, it unexpectedly launched her into a thriving copywriting business—opening the door to new confidence, client wins, and the lifestyle freedom to pursue her dream of winters in Belize.

Success Story Interview: Claudia Cesarotti: From Pet Groomer to Marketing and Writing Pro
August 28, 2025 (06:03:25 am)

After more than 30 years running her own pet grooming business, Claudia Cesarotti was ready for a new chapter, one that would allow her to combine her love for animals with her growing interest in marketing and writing. In this episode of Inside AWAI, Claudia shares how saying “yes” to challenges, continuously learning, and leveraging her existing skills helped her pivot her career and make an impact in her industry.

From Day Jobs to Dream Jobs: AWAI Writers Reveal How They Made the Leap
August 26, 2025 (02:02:48 am)

At AWAI’s 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
August 25, 2025 (04:34:44 am)

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
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.

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
By Mindy McHorse
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.

Living the Writer's Life: Diane Schuirman-Brower
By Mindy McHorse
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."

Interview with Barefoot Writer Laura Gale
By Mindy McHorse
August 03, 2025 (06:12:42 am)

Best-selling author Laura Gale explains how to position yourself as a ghostwriter

From Sales Exec to Trusted Copy Advisor
July 30, 2025 (06:20:31 pm)

In this episode of Inside AWAI, Jeff reveals how his path unfolded, what he believes every copywriter should be doing right now, and why he ditched the term “discovery call” altogether.

AWAI Member Spotlight: Claudia Cesarotti
June 06, 2025 (06:47:03 pm)

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
By Mindy McHorse
March 01, 2025 (05:00:16 am)

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.