Matthew Drzymala lists all the things he did differently, freelance copywriting-wise, in 2019

Matthew Dryzmala looks back on his first year as a self-employed copywriter.

Matthew Dryzmala’s guide to what to expect when you work with a copywriter, and how to get the best out of them.

Karen Bright explains how she coped when devastating major life events made it difficult for her to stay on top of her workload.

“I take pride in everything I write, whether it’s a tiny product description or a heavy-duty piece that requires trawling through clinical papers.”

Matthew Dryzmala’s account of the start of his foray into the world of freelancing.

“That’s what I enjoy the most about copywriting still – the combination of commercial and creative nous it demands.” 

“Experience has taught me that getting something down – and not worrying about quality at that stage – can be a great way to get beyond a barrier.”

“As copywriters, we bring all our experiences to the page, and I think it’s important to encourage people from all walks of life to get into the industry.”

“Write for every brand you can lay your hands on. Variety is vital, even if you eventually become a specialised copywriter in one field.”

“If you’re really good at what you do, you should get paid a shed load. It doesn’t matter if you’re 22 or 62.”

“Write a blog if you want to express yourself. Copywriting is about communicating your client’s messaging in their audience’s language. You should be invisible.”