Category: Blog
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The #1 Social Media Marketing Mistake
Something I’ve noticed recently: There’s been a huge influx of freelancers/solopreneurs “building an audience” on LinkedIn and Twitter. And while there’s nothing wrong with that in and of itself… Most of these people don’t even have the foundation of their online business established. Meaning: They don’t have a website or email list. Or even a…
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The 25 Best Copywriters of All Time
The most effective way to learn any skill is to study the very best – and copywriting is no exception. That’s why in today’s post, I’m revealing who I believe to be the best copywriters of all time. Now obviously this is a highly subjective topic, and there’s no definitive way to rank these great…
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Corbin Buff & Jackie Pearce Talk Copywriting, Freelancing, Marketing & More
In a recent talk with Jackie Pearce, I got to share my path as a writer, how I got started, what I would advise new writers to do, building a presence and following online, and much more! Check out the full video or transcript below, and make sure to subscribe to Jackie’s channel for all…
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How to Start a Copywriting Career or Business (With No Experience)
Are you looking to break into the world of copywriting or freelance writing, but overwhelmed or confused about how to get started? Or perhaps you’re discouraged because you don’t have tons of documented experience. Never fear – this is the post for you. Unfortunately, since copywriting falls neatly into the “make money online” world, there…
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The Ultimate Content Marketing Strategy – How to Repurpose Content in 2022
Does content marketing – or marketing in general – ever feel overwhelming? You’re not alone. There are all these different platforms, with different users on each. And consumer behavior is constantly changing. Who knows for sure what will be big in the coming years: audio, written, or video content? Not to mention the ever-changing face…
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4 Ways to Grow Your YouTube Channel & Subscribers Organically
It can be frustrating to start a YouTube channel only to see that your subscriber count is not growing quickly. There is no shortage of gimmicks and cheap tricks that gurus claim will get you more subscribers. However, the tips I share below have been proven to work. I provide examples of them being used…
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Is YouTube Good for Marketing?
Most people are beginning to accept that video plays a key role in any content marketing strategy. Heck, this is High Impact Writing, and even I write about video marketing! Whether you like it or not, consumers love video, so it’s here to stay as a content medium. Thus, YouTube is a key component of…
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SEO Case Study: How I Ranked #1 On Google In a Few Days
SEO is one of the more arcane industries in the world of digital marketing and content writing. But it doesn’t have to be. I’ve written before about how I write SEO optimized blog posts without using keyword research tools, keyword stuffing, backlinking, or any of the other things that SEO gurus often preach. But today…
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The Truth About SEO Writing & Site Ranking
There are a lot of misconceptions revolving around SEO. The industry is a confusing one, with “black hat” and “white hat” strategies, endless tools, and no shortage of freelancers and agencies who all claim to have the secret sauce. It’s no wonder most people feel overwhelmed with SEO or completely lose interest in it. In…
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Top 5 Passive Income Strategies for Writers
Whether you’re an experienced writer with a bunch of projects under your belt or a new writer struggling to stabilize your income, chances are that if you aren’t writing, you aren’t making money. For the most part, the writer’s career is one tied to active, rather than passive income. As a copywriter or freelance writer,…