Posts Tagged “copywriter”

Become a professional copywriter : Offer a referral Fee

1 Commentby Matt  |  05.20.11  |  Become a professional copywriter

6a01287651dd4a970c013485f02616970c-320wiWhen it comes to getting professional copywriting jobs, sometimes you have to speculate to accumulate. So it could be worthwhile offering a referral or finders fee to business people who send work your way.

Sure, you take a financial hit in the meantime, but any chance to get your professional copywriting service off the ground has to be considered. More »

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Become a professional copywriter: Spread the Word

3 Commentsby Matt  |  04.20.11  |  Become a professional copywriter

brady bunchAs a professional UK copywriter, I’m inundated with questions from budding copywriters  hoping to turn their passion for writing into a profession.

“At what temperature can bread be considered toast”, some ask. Others say, “Is it possible to drink milk whilst standing on your head?” More »

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Top Ten Things Not To Do…When Speed Networking

4 Commentsby Matt  |  08.13.10  |  Top Ten Things Not To Do...

speed_networking_01I recently attended a speed networking evening where I did the rounds promoting my freelance copywriting agency, CreativePen. The sandwiches were dry, the wine bitter, the company varied. All in all though, it turned out to be a productive night.

When it comes to speed networking there is a real etiquette one shouldn’t break. More »

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Copywriting Secrets and Tips: Writer’s Block

3 Commentsby Matt  |  06.09.10  |  Copywriting Secrets and Tips, Copywriting for the Web

biscuit_1473586cSome biscuits are made for dunking, some are made for sinking. This revelation hit me harder than a runaway train about five minutes ago when half a rich-tea became shipwrecked in my cup of coffee.

Air sea rescue mounted a desperate operation in the form of a spoon but the sodden remains of said biscuit are yet to be found. More »

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Copywriting in Culture: Bret Hart

4 Commentsby Matt  |  03.21.10  |  Professional Copywriter Articles

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Say what you will about the WWE, chairman Vince Mcmahon has long-trail blazed the way in the world of sports entertainment branding.

Mr Mcmahon, who’s enjoyed various successes and failures outside the ring, has built a dominant empire around his wrestling brand. More »

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