The Writer’s Life
When Katie Yeakle of AWAI asked Dan Kennedy what he loved most about being a copywriter and enjoying The Writer’s Life, he said:
“Turning words on paper into money is endlessly fascinating.”
He added, “Personally, I like the variety: I write copy for clients in several different fields, I write copy for my own publishing businesses, I write newsletters and articles, and I write books. Close rival to best: the autonomy. I work where, when, how, and with whom I want. I live the 5-minute commute. I have enjoyed and enjoy a great deal of financial success, have built a stable of good clients, and have literally grown rich by writing.”
I first saw Dan Kennedy speak in 1995 in Milwaukee, on a panel with General Norman Schwarzkopf, Zig Ziglar, Barbara Bush, Mary Lou Retton and a few others.
My copywriting start
That day set the wheels in motion for what was to eventually become my copywriting career.
I had a chance to work with Dan on a project last year, bringing the experience full circle.
And I would concur with him:
“Turning words on paper into money is endlessly fascinating.”