Persuasion advice is all the rage these days -- but does it really work? Whether it’s yet another influencer dishing out obsolete Ben Franklin quotes (nothing against Ben but the world was a … [Read more...] about 3 people whose persuasion you shouldn’t emulate (and 1 you should)
Jeff dives head-first into copywriting and earns $80/hour…after a few weeks
Jeff worked in the sales department of a high-end retail company for over 10 years. As time went on he felt like his ability to grow had reached a limit. “It was a fantastic company, and I learned … [Read more...] about Jeff dives head-first into copywriting and earns $80/hour…after a few weeks
With limited job options, Kristen figures out a way to live her dream
When Kristen was deciding what to study in college, she figured that the safest route was to choose a subject that would let her fulfill her lifelong passion. “I’ve always been pretty obsessed with … [Read more...] about With limited job options, Kristen figures out a way to live her dream
Watch my old boss DESTROY his credibility — with 1 single email
Last week I published a post about how to get your Upwork account approved -- and got this response from an FTW reader: As an impulsive person by nature, I LOVE this. Here’s a guy who was about … [Read more...] about Watch my old boss DESTROY his credibility — with 1 single email
How Amelia overcame “Impostor Syndrome” and fast-tracked her copywriting career
Amelia always had a passion for writing. But when it came time to choose a career, she didn’t see it as a practical option. "Back when I graduated from college, the internet didn’t exist. No matter … [Read more...] about How Amelia overcame “Impostor Syndrome” and fast-tracked her copywriting career
How to get your Upwork profile approved (even if you’ve been rejected 10 times)
According to CEO Stephane Kasriel, Upwork gets 10,000 new signups EVERY DAY. As the site grows more popular, they're also becoming more selective with who can apply for jobs. Lately, I’ve been … [Read more...] about How to get your Upwork profile approved (even if you’ve been rejected 10 times)
Here’s how to double your writing income (without killing yourself)
Anyone can tell you how to raise your freelance income by putting in MORE time and effort. But maybe you don’t have the time or energy to improve your skills or burn the midnight oil right now. That’s … [Read more...] about Here’s how to double your writing income (without killing yourself)
“I just want to live free and not worry about money”
Wow, last Friday’s post hit home for a lot of you. Here are just a few of the email responses I got when I asked you what dreams you’ve been keeping on the back burner: “To triple my income so we … [Read more...] about “I just want to live free and not worry about money”
“Be realistic” is really code for…
Last year my wife and I were exploring new neighborhoods to move to. We always dreamed about escaping the suburbs of Omaha and moving our family downtown. But for years we put it off -- even though … [Read more...] about “Be realistic” is really code for…
How to confidently disagree with people (even when your opinion is wildly unpopular)
Sometimes, the toughest opinion to embrace is...your own. Example: When I quit college, so many people chastised me that I became convinced I’d made a bad decision -- even though I couldn’t imagine … [Read more...] about How to confidently disagree with people (even when your opinion is wildly unpopular)