165. Terrible Advice New Copywriters Get All the Time

We can’t help but facepalm when a student tells us, “but
I’ve heard you have to [insert terrible advice from a so-called
copywriting ‘guru’]?”


Despite its wealth of information, the internet has created an
echo chamber of bad advice, especially for new copywriters. In
this episode, Nicki and Kate roll up their sleeves and dig into
some of the worst recommendations out there, from hand copying
ads, to niches, and–dare we even mention–Upwork. You’ll also find
out what *truly* works instead–well, at least for our 10,000+
copywriting students…


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Mentioned on this Episode


5 Ways to Improve Your Copywriting

Why Choosing a Copywriting Niche is Terrible Advice

What’s the Difference Between Copy and Content?

Artificial Intelligence Copywriting: Do You Need to Worry?

1 Copywriting Tactic You Should Avoid at All Costs

What is a Copywriting Test and Should You Do One?



Related Links


How to Avoid the Copywriting Niche Trap

What’s a Copy Test?

Content or Copy: How to Tell the Difference and What Should
You Charge

The Real Math on Job Bidding Site “Success”

Should I use job bidding sites like Upwork?



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