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Tag: freelancing

October 23, 2022October 22, 2022 demizach copywriting, Musings

Eighteen months into my unplanned career change and things are going…

No one is immune from the curve balls life throws at us. All we can do is try to adapt and roll with the punches. Here's my 18-month update about how my unplanned career change is going, including a few personal updates.

May 1, 2022May 1, 2022 demizach copywriting

Three things that suck when working as a freelance English copywriter

Working as a freelance English copywriter can be challenging, but it can become damn near impossible when you don't get the support from clients that you need. These are the top 3 challenges I face as a freelance English copywriter in Korea.

April 3, 2022April 2, 2022 demizach Musings, Uncategorized

What’s my key to success as an English copywriter in Korea? In a word—momentum

Writing my first blog in a month after I decided to stop publishing weekly posts has been much tougher than I expected. Reflecting on why, I've realized why I value routine and streaks so much.

March 6, 2022March 7, 2022 demizach copywriting, Musings

Did the great midlife forced career change go according to plan? Nope!

When I decided to switch careers a year ago after a major life event, I believed in myself and had a rough plan. But things don't always go according to plan—but that isn't always such a bad thing.

February 27, 2022February 27, 2022 demizach beginnings, Musings

Finally, one year on—how I got screwed out of my job and why I’m not bitter

Friends and family know that last year I lost my job of +17 years. But only a few people know the full story and all the details. As is often the case, those things that don't kill us make us stronger.

February 20, 2022February 19, 2022 demizach copywriting, Musings, proofreading

How I’ve learned to succeed as a freelance copywriter in under a year

I'm pretty new to copywriting, but in the past eight months, I've learned a lot. I've still got a lot to learn, but I have noticed some trends and patterns among established copywriters and folks like myself trying to find their way in this field.

February 13, 2022February 13, 2022 demizach copywriting, Musings

Dreams of a carefree freelancer dashed by realities of being a remote worker

My days were pretty standard as a teacher, especially after +25 years. Becoming an English copywriter and proofreader in Korea has involved substantial changes to my typical routines. And due to recent developments, my typical day looks quite different than even a few months ago.

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December 12, 2021January 2, 2022 demizach beginnings, copywriting

Transitioning to an English copywriter in Korea got off on the wrong foot

Changing careers is never easy and things rarely go as planned. And things were no different for me. My first actual gig as an English copywriter in Korea got off to a pretty rough start.

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November 21, 2021November 14, 2021 demizach Copy Fails, copywriting, proofreading

How poor copy destroys trust and costs you customers—[with examples]

Error-free copy alone isn't enough to be effective. Neither is engaging copy full of typos. You need engaging, error-free copy to establish trust, keep people reading, and have them follow your call to action. I use English and Korean examples to demonstrate this point.

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November 14, 2021November 15, 2021 demizach copywriting, Musings

9 months in and this English copywriter in Korea thing is working out

I always believed in my ability to switch careers and had confidence that I'd make a good go of it. I couldn't have predicted that my transition to being an English copywriter in Korea would've gone so smoothly—or happened so quickly.

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August 15, 2021November 2, 2021 demizach copywriting, Musings, proofreading, Uncategorized

Is it time to quit after six months of playing English copywriter?

This week is officially six months since I decided to switch careers and become a freelance English copywriter. The freelance lifestyle can be tough. Is it time to end this experiment?

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June 20, 2021August 22, 2021 demizach copywriting, Musings, proofreading

What’s the verdict? Was it a mistake to become a freelance English copywriter?

Part II of a blog post in which I reflect on my decision to switch careers 4 months ago and become a freelance English copywriter. And the verdict is...

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June 13, 2021August 22, 2021 demizach copywriting, Musings, proofreading

English copywriter/proofreader—perfect life choice or complete disaster?

Four months ago, I made the choice to switch careers and become a freelance English copywriter and proofreader. Looking back on what I've learned and wondering if I made the right choice.

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