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What AI Means for Your Copywriting Career (Hint: It’s Not What You Think)

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AWAI Launches Brand-New Workshop

AWAI is excited to announce the launch of a brand-new, LIVE workshop led by Guillermo Rubio, designed to help writers streamline their workflow, produce client-ready projects faster, and build a more organized, stress-free writing business.

Monday Morning Jumpstart: We Believe – 4 Core Beliefs for Writer Success

Writers, what separates those who thrive from those who struggle? In today’s Monday Morning Jumpstart, AWAI CEO and co-founder Katie Yeakle sits down with Jade Trueblood to kick off the “We Believe” series, exploring the mindset that can transform your writer’s life — and why embracing it can open doors you didn’t even know existed.

August 2025 Winner of AWAI’s 4 Days to $400 Writing Challenge Announced

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.

Circle of Success Enters New Era Under Sandy Franks as AWAI Scales Its Top Program to Meet Soaring Demand for Skilled Writers

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.

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.

PLAYBACK: The Solo Agency Model

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.

10 Mistakes Writers Make Using AI (And How to Avoid Them!)

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

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

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

Pam Foster announces the winners of the July Substack Writing Contest!

Playback: Breaking Into the Lucrative World of Ghostwriting

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!

August Issue: Secret Vault of Paid Writing Gigs

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!

PLAYBACK: Accelerate Your Writing Career In 10 Weeks

Tune in to our exclusive one-on-one interview with Master B2B Copywriter Steve Slaunwhite and learn how you can quickly build a successful writing career with just a handful of clients.

Playback: Inside the Booming Demand for B2B Writers

Learn about the latest B2B opportunity for writers — where the demand is high, competition is low, opportunity is limitless, and professional fees are expected right out of the gate.

Write Your First Substack Post… and You Could Get a $200 Prize!

This could be your first paid freelance copywriting job! For this contest, you’re going to write a Substack post using the "first post" framework. And, if yours is one of the three best submissions, we’re going to award you $200. Read More Here …

Winners of AWAI’s June Writing Contest

Pam Foster is here to announce the names of the winners for the June DeepSleepBuds Ad Writing Contest! Check out Pam’s short video for the winners’ names and brief insights about why each of these winning submissions impressed her. She’ll also share some valuable tips you can use to improve ANY copy you write.

Monday Morning Jumpstart: How Big Ideas Create Big Opportunities

Creating the life you want often comes down to your ideas — and how big you’re willing to think.

July Issue: A Numbers Game

Just released, the July issue of Barefoot Writer!

PLAYBACK: Discover the Newest Writer-Friendly Platform

If you’ve ever wanted to make money by “just writing,” then you’re in luck! Content marketing legend Brian Clark and AWAI President Rebecca Matter held a training where they showed writers the platform that’s making it easier than ever to create a real, client-free income stream — even if you’re starting from scratch.

Winners of AWAI’s May Writing Contest

Pam Foster is here to announce the names of the three winners for the May DeepSleepBuds Ad Writing Contest! Check out Pam’s short video for the winners’ names and brief insights about why each of these winning submissions impressed her. She’ll also share some valuable tips you can use to improve ANY copy you write.

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