#146 The 5 C’s of Copywriting with Kim Kiel

Copywriting Series #2 The 4 C’s Copywriting Formula is a checklist you can use to edit any piece of copy and make sure it covers all the markers of great copy. But did you know there’s a 5th “C” you should be paying attention to? This is especially important in this day and age when you’re trying NOT to be like the pushy, unethical, bad-for-business bro marketers. In the second episode of my podcast series all about copywriting, we learn from Kim Kiel, a direct response strategist and founder of the boutique copywriting agency Kim Kiel Copy. With 15+ years of writing multi-6-figure campaigns for small businesses and nonprofits, Kim helps brainy brands and experts share their gifts and positive impact with the world. She has a knack for instantly capturing a client’s voice and writing elegantly persuasive copy. Today, Kim covers the 5 C’s of copywriting, to help you step up your game and confidence when it comes to writing conversion copy. Pay attention and pick up Kim’s tips on: How digital marketing assistants can set their clients up to work with copywriters Transitioning out of a 9-5 career into a contractor Using copywriting formulas to banish the blinking cursor Resources Kim used to learn copywriting Her #1 tip for writing copy for your own business After listening to this episode, you’ll be inspired how Kim started her freelance copywriting business, made her previous annual salary her new monthly income, and empowers YOU to take action being a copywriter. Enjoy!   Sponsored by The Virtual Writer with Michelle Hunter — an 8-week high-touch, intensive writing experience for virtual assistants to learn how to deliver highly-valued copywriting services and position themselves as a writing assistant and copywriter. Runs April 3- June 19, join the waitlist here.   Connect with Kim Kiel: Instagram: @kim_kiel_copy Facebook: @KimKielCopy Website: www.kimkiel.com  Download her freebie: Magnetic Copy that Attracts & Sells Kim’s Podcast: ill communication Links Mentioned in the show: Grab your seat at The Digital Marketer’s Roundtable: Launch Manager Edition — we’ll have a live panel discussion of marketing experts to talk about the client work that goes into launches. It’s $97 and happens Tuesday, March 14 at 12pm est.  The Story Stripdown with Marisa Corcoran, Episode #145 The Codex Persona Book: The Copywriter’s Handbook by Rober W Bly* affiliate link Book: Words that ell by Richard Bayan* affiliate link Cloning Brand Voices with Field Marketer Justin Blackman, Episode #36 Emily's List of Recommended Copywriting Books Click here to see my list of recommended Copywriting Books for Digital Marketing Assistants to skill up, provide better services and charge more. Connect with Emily: Facebook Community: Emily’s Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant Lab Instagram: @emilyreaganpr Facebook: @emilyreaganpr 3 ways we can work together:  Get on the waitlist for the Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant School. My signature course on digital marketing implementation will give you the confidence and teach you HOW to do the work that’s in demand and highly marketable. This is the secret weapon to getting booked out Got the skills but need help getting your digital marketing services business to take off? I’ve got an advanced tight-knit referral and networking community that can help and I would love for you to apply here for the Digital Marketing Workgroup. You’ll get the latest updates and trainings, networking opps and job leads from online business owners who are looking to hire digital marketing implementers and assistants. Looking for a fast way to get your foot in the door with up-to-date skills? Take my 2-hour Quickstart to Facebook Community Management workshop and learn how to help online business owners like course creators and membership site owners manage and engage their community    >>> Download my Top Ten Most Requested Digital Marketing Tasks & Services