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Finding a "real" job isn't easy. But more copywriters and content writers are interested in trying. In this episode of The Copywriter Club Podcast, I spoke with Copy Chief Matt Snyder who has hired lots of copywriters over the past couple of years. He shared the mistakes copywriters are making and what it takes to get the attention of a hiring manager. Even if you don't want a "real" job, what Matt shares in this episode will help you connect with high-paying clients and land more work. Click the play button below, or scroll down for a full transcript. Stuff to check out: Matt's newsletter Matt's LinkedIn The Copywriter Club Facebook Group The Copywriter Underground Full Transcript: Rob Marsh: Want to land a real job as a copywriter or content writer? It's not easy. But help is on the way. This is The Copywriter Club Podcast. Most of the listeners to this podcast are freelancers or contract writers. If you're like them, you generally work on projects or retainers for a variety of clients. And you're good at it. But some writers crave the stability that comes with a regular job—either part-time or full-time—with an actual employer paying wages and maybe even providing benefits. A handful of freelancers I've worked with over the years have dipped their toes into the corporate world to work primarily for a single client, or for those who are looking for part-time jobs, have landed work that provides some security and regular income to go along with the unpredictabilty of freelancing. But finding those jobs isn't easy. They're out there for sure, but within hours of a copywriting or content writing job posting on LinkedIn or any other job board, the hiring managers receive hundreds of applications. Getting found in that slush pile isn't easy—even for the very best writers. Recently in The Copywriter Underground, I invited a friend of mine who worked for decades as a job placement specialist for creatives, to share her best advice for copywriters looking for “real” jobs. That training is inside The Underground now. When I announced we would be hosting that training, another copywriter, Matt Snyder, reached out to offer his advice. Matt is the Head Copywriter at a digital agency and works with a team of five or six writers. He hires a lot. And he sees a ton of applications, resumés and other creative attempts to get his attention. So when he offered, I suggested we record our discussion and share it here on the podcast. That's what this episode is. Now, I know I said this is about getting hired to real job with a company. But everything Matt shares is applicable to getting hired by freelance clients as well. I think every copywriter, every content writer, and every freelancer writer who listens to this episode will get a lot from what Matt has to say. So stay tuned. As usual, this episode is brought to you by The Copywriter Underground. We're talking about getting work today, so I should probably mention the resources available in The Underground that will help you do that. Starting with the workshop with my friend, Jessica, the placement specialist. Her advice will make a difference if you're applying for what we tend to refer to as “real” jobs. We also have workshops from experts like Laura Belgray who shares how you can stop waiting in line and “duck under” the velvet ropes holding you back. And Parris Lampropoulos who shared the exact pitch he used to get his first five clients, then how he went on to double his income every year for the next five years—do the math, that's a lot. There's also our in-house training about ways to find clients and an entire course on sales. Plus dozens of other workshops, templates, copy critiques, monthly coaching, and more. Learn more at thecopywriterclub.com/tcu. And now, my interview with Matt Snyder… Matt, Welcome to the podcast. I was checking our back episodes because I swear we've had you on the podcast before and turns out we haven't.
Writing Video Sales Letters is an art. It's not enough to simply record someone reading a regular sales page. They depend more on stories and keeping listeners engaged because you can't afford to lose your viewer's attention. In the 436th episode of The Copywriter Club Podcast, I spoke with Svet Dimitrov about this challenge and he shared why you need to take a different approach when writing VSLs. We covered a lot more than that, so click the play button below, or scroll down for a full transcript. Stuff to check out: Svet's LinkedIn Svet's Facebook The Copywriter Club Facebook Group The Copywriter Underground Full Transcript: Rob Marsh: If you applied for 200 different projects or jobs, each time sending a new cover letter with your pitch, I imagine you would learn a thing or two about what works and what doesn't work in the application process. That's what Svet Dimitrov, my guest on this episode of the podcast, did. But that's not even the reason I asked Svet to join me on the podcast. I heard another copywriter talking about how Svet is one of the best VSL copywriters in the world today—VSLs are video sales letters and they're different from regular sales letters because you can't afford to lose your viewer's attention ever. We talk about that in this episode and what you can do to improve your own VSL writing skills. If you want to write VSLs, don't skip this episode. We also talked about Svet's contrarian advice that copywriters—especially copywriters who are just starting out—should not have a website. Obviously, that's not the way most of us think. Websites are there to build credibility and help clients see the various ways we can help them. But Svet argues, and I think I agree, that there is a better approach that connects personally with your prospects. You may want to stick around to here what Svet does. As you might expect, this episode is brought to you by The Copywriter Underground. I've completely rebuilt the content vault to make it more useable and useful and in the process I've added more than 70 differnt workshops to it. And there are even more coming. Workshops taught by expert copywriters like Parris Lampropoulos, Joanna Weibe, Stefan Georgi, Jack Forde, Chanti Zak, Laura Belgray and dozens of others. And it's not just copywriters, we've got marketing experts teaching how to build funnels, how to market using tools like Linkedin and Pinterest, how to put yourself in the right mindset to succeed and so much more. And that's just the workshops. There are dozens of templates, a community of like-minded writers holding each other accountable, and monthly coaching with me. It's time you joined us inside. Learn more at thecopywriterclub.com/tcu And now, my interview with Svet Dimitrov… Svet, I'm thrilled to be able to chat with you. I'd love to start just by hearing how you got where you are. How did you become a copywriter? Before we started recording, I mentioned that I've heard your name because people have said you are one of the best VSL copywriters in the world right now. So how'd you get there? Svet Dimitrov: Thank you first for inviting me, Rob. It's a pleasure to be here. And yeah, my story goes back, I would say, probably Probably by the time I was doing my master's degree actually, I was really struggling. That was 2009-2010 to finish my master's thesis. And I did read, so this was in the era when you couldn't find a lot of stuff on Google. So I had to sift through a ton of pages, I think I went to like the 10th page of Google, which probably nobody goes there these days, just to find, just to do research. But I think that's when I really started to understand that research is really important. I appreciate it, love the game, although I was struggling to find a good way to express my thoughts in my master thesis. And I think I sift through like maybe 10 physical books. Then I mentioned research on Google. I think I probably went through more than 100 PDF...
It's pretty common to hear copywriters recommend that you study old sales pages and even sales emails, but what about old magazine ads? The kind that are printed on paper in actual periodicals? Today, where so much advertising happens online or in your social media feed, Ad writing is a bit of a lost art form. But that doesn't mean we can't learn from it. In the 435th episode of The Copywriter Club Podcast, I interviewed Lewis Folkard who breaks down old ads for his newsletter readers. And he shared what copywriters have to learn from his approach. Click the play button below, or scroll down for a full transcript. Stuff to check out: Lewis' Website The Olive Ad Breakdown The Silk Cut ad The Copywriter Club Facebook Group The Copywriter Underground Full Transcript: Rob Marsh: Copywriters seem to revere old books by Eugene Schwartz and Vic Schwab. But what about old ads? This is The Copywriter Club Podcast. If you've been a copywriter for more than a few weeks, you've probably heard other more experienced copywriters mention books like Breakthrough Advertising by Eugene Schwartz, How to Write an Advertisement by Victor Schwab or Tested Advertising Methods by John Caples. They make up a large part of the official cannon of copywriting. In fact, David Ogilvy once said no one should be allowed to write a single word of copy until they had finished reading Caple's book seven times. Of course there are new books that ought to be added… books by Joe Sugarman, Ann Handley and Matthew Dix. In addition to books, there are a lot of copywriters who like to study old sales pages. They create swipe files full of them. I do this. My swipe file has more than 1,000 differnent sales pages I've collected over the last decade. Some copywriters even suggest you hand write sales pages as part of your learning. I don't go that far, but I think you can learn a lot by studying the persuasion techniques that copywriters have used in their work. But what about ads? One page with an image, headline, and a few lines of copy? Are they worth studying? And what can we learn from them? My guest on this episode is Lewis Folkard. Lewis has made a bit of a name for himself by picking old print ads from advertising award books, analyzing them, and writing about why they are effective or not. Lewis' breakdowns are more than interesting reading, they're mini-lessons on copywriting, attention-getting and persuasion. He told me why he does it and how it's impacted his business in this interview. Stick around to hear what he had to say. As you might expect, this episode is brought to you by The Copywriter Underground. I've mentioned that I've been rebuilding the content vault and adding a ton of additional workshops to it. Workshops taught be expert copywriters like Parris Lampropoulos, Joanna Weibe, Stefan Georgi, Jack Forde, Chanti Zak, Laura Belgray and dozens of others. And it's not just copywriters, we've got marketing experts teaching how to build funnels, how to market using tools like Linkedin and Pinterest, how to put yourself in the right mindset to succeed and so much more. And that's just the workshops. There are dozens of templates, a community of like-minded writers holding each other accountable, and monthly coaching with me. It's time you joined us inside. Learn more at thecopywriterclub.com/tcu And now, my interview with Lewis Folkard… Lewis, welcome to the podcast. I would love to hear your story and how you became a copywriter. Lewis Folkard: Okay, well, I mean, I guess a lot of copywriters say very similar things in the sense that I feel like I've always had an interest in people and communications. I mean, some of the earlier nonfiction books that I read were kind of about human psychology and communications. I think there was a How to Win Friends and Influence People and another one by Brian Tracy, I believe. But I was young and just always enjoyed learning about how the human mind works and...
Send us a textAre you diving into inner work and big goals for the new year? Or are you, like my guest, perfectly fine just “being the fucking worst”?Here's the truth: New year, same you. Author, copywriting expert, and unapologetically lazy human Laura Belgray is here to show us how embracing our flaws can be inspiring.Being “the worst” doesn't mean being an awful criminal—it's more like being flaky, selfish, or unreliable. And Laura says that's okay. Stop apologizing for it.Her first book, Tough Titties, is a coming-of-age romp her husband calls Loser Sex in the City. It's packed with raw, funny stories—like giving up the crazy of dieting (without becoming a “love-my-body-no-matter-what” person), her “Blowjobs to Undeserving Men” phase, and even joining a culty self-help group.Laura's proof it's never too late—she hit her first million at 50. She's no visionary or business guru, just someone who embraced being good enough.As a child-free adult, she also talks about living outside the world's obsession with motherhood—no kids, no pets, no plants. Just you.For Laura, being “the worst” turned out to be the best. So lean into yourself, let people be disappointed, and remember: life's standards are made up—live yours your way.What's Inside:Embrace being the worst.You don't have to be a business guru to make a million dollars.Laura Belgray's book, Tough TittiesShutting down the world's obsession with motherhood.Be disappointing…who cares!The year may have changed, but you're still the same you. If you're kinda lazy, kinda selfish, and that's working for you... Girl, live your life. So are you putting down the goal list and embracing being the fucking worst? Let me know on Insta!Mentioned In This Episode:Laura Belgray | Talking Shrimp (@laurabelgray) on Instagram Talking Shrimp Tough Titties by Laura Belgray Fit Feels Good (@oonaghduncan) on Instagraminfo@fitfeelsgood.com
Welcome back to the Finding the Throughline interview with Laura Belgray, author of the national bestseller Tough Titties, a collection of essays that is essentially a permission slip to be a dork, a sometimes-unspiritual slacker, a late bloomer and, ultimately, unapologetically you. Laura is the founder of Talking Shrimp and co-creator of The Copy Cure with Marie Forleo. She has been featured in Elle, Fast Company, and Business Insider, and has written for Bravo, HBO, Nick at Nite, VH1, and more. Today, we find out what's currently brewing for Laura and what she knows at this moment about where her personal throughline is leading her next, as well as what kinds of things she's been reading, watching and listening to lately We covered: • Crawling out of a pit of despair after the election results • Continuing to build her email list in the modern world where there are so many more things vying for our attention • How she is not a visionary or planner—yet has achieved many amazing things anyway • David Sedaris as the author who first introduced her to a genre/structure of book that is a collection of essays and also memoir. • Her love of fiction and lack of confidence she will be able to write one someday, though she would love to • How she would love to win Powerball so she could write whatever she wants • How she wouldn't have written a fraction of what she'd written if she didn't write as a way to eat and make money • Margot's Got Money Troubles by Rufy Thorpe--the last book that she could not put down. • Spaghettini pomodoro at Scarpetta, with plenty of extra butter Connect with Laura at talkingshrimp.com. For full show notes with links to everything we discuss, plus bonus photos!, visit katehanley.substack.com. Thank you for listening! And thanks to this week's sponsor, Air Doctor Pro. Visit airdoctorpro.com and use code KATE to save 30% off an amazing indoor air filter *and* receive a free three-year warranty (an $84 value). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome back to the second part of my conversation with guest Laura Belgray, author of “Tough Titties,” a hilarious, bestselling collection of NYC-flavored life lessons that Laura's own husband calls a “loser Sex and the City.” Today I'm talking with Laura about what I call inner stuff–the thoughts, ideas, and attitudes that affect your work, even if you're not fully conscious of it We covered: • How writing a book was one of the hardest things she's ever done professionally • The tough feedback her editor initially gave her • The aftermath of the criticism that led to crying, pacing, and writer's block • A friend's metaphor of mountain climbing helped her to start working on her book • The experience of dealing with anxiety and people pleasing tendencies when writing a memoir • The dangers of self-comparison which can lead to despair and nonproductivity • Learning to borrow from authors she loves without trying to be them or feel disappointed because she doesn't have the exact same talents they have in the same way Connect with Laura at talkingshrimp.com. For full show notes with links to everything we discuss, plus bonus photos!, visit katehanley.substack.com. Thank you for listening! And thanks to this week's sponsor, Air Doctor Pro. Visit airdoctorpro.com and use code KATE to save 30% off an amazing indoor air filter *and* receive a free three-year warranty (an $84 value). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Being a CEO is no joke. If you are running a business, you are a CEO. You may not think of yourself that way, but when you're a CEO, you must learn specific skills to make the business grow and remain healthy and strong. Today's guest Sena Wheeler has the best story about the one skill she doubled down on to increase her revenue to keep her family's business afloat. And it's something she still uses every single day. Her family's mission is to make sure that we get really healthy, pristine, beautiful food, specifically fish on our plates. It was on an eight-hour drive to Thanksgiving dinner, where she was talking to her husband and suggested how to market his fishing business, and he reeled her in. It was a good fit; Sena had studied onboard handling techniques that correlated to flavor and quality attributes. She knew how to market the Copper River salmon he was catching. “I took [Marie Forleo and Laura Belgray's] B-School and just set up the business while we had the site going, and we were selling fish by the time he left for Alaska. … So it was actually like a pretty, pretty fast,” says Sena. “And if it hadn't gone fast, I think I probably would have overthought it.” Sena says that first summer was a lot of trial and error. There were weeks where Sena was tempted to quit, but she says her husband telling her, “You're the CEO” helped change her mindset. She would ask herself, “what would a CEO do?” when she felt like she wanted to quit. “It forced me to be like, have we exhausted every avenue? Is there something else to try? Let's try this.” She started writing emails for her small but growing list every other week. “I would get like $500 of sales on an email,” says Sena. “Very early on, I could see that that was the needle that's making the business move, you know, when not many other things are.” She leaned into writing and did The Copy Cure. It took a bit of time. Sena says when you're writing to a list there are levers, how good the email is and how many people are on the list. “My best emails, I sit down to write one thing, and I write something else, and something else just comes out and, and it just starts going in a new direction,” says Sena, who finds consistency in imperfection. Getting a first draft done, even a terrible one, is better than not writing at all. Now she's sending emails every Monday and started a Fish Friday email, which is a recipe and link to the featured fish. “I'm going to say like 30% of the time, I'm like, ‘oops, well, this is the email that came out. So this is what we're doing.' ” Sena says she sets a challenge for herself to see what she can tie back to her business when she writes. Writing helped open the door for people to understand where their food is coming from and that connection provides value. “When we have kids over, I'm going to feed them fish, right? … I will talk about Rich and how he caught it. And maybe my kid's right there. They were out on the boat, too,” says Sena. “Just bringing that connection immediately changes how they how they perceive the food.” Connect with Sena Wheeler and download free cookbook: https://www.senasea.com The Copy Cure: https://www.marieforleo.com/the-copy-cure Other GoG episodes you might want to check out: How to Write Sales Copy That Sells https://sarahwalton.com/how-to-write-sales-copy/ How to Use ChatGPT Without Losing Your Personality https://sarahwalton.com/how-to-use-chat-gpt/ Does Your Story Matter? (More Than You Know) https://sarahwalton.com/your-story-matters/ You can check out our podcast interviews on YouTube, too! http://bit.ly/YouTubeSWalton Thank you so much for listening. I'm so honored that you're here and would be so grateful if you could leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts by clicking here, scrolling to the bottom, and clicking "Write a review." Then, we'll get to inspire even more people! (Watch this quick tutorial if you need help leaving a review.) #EmailMarketing #HowToBuildEmailList #EmailListBuilding #BusinessOwner #SmallBusinessTips #EmailList #AskExpert #WomenInBusiness
This week my guest is Laura Belgray, author of the national bestseller Tough Titties: On Living Your Best Life When You're the F-ing Worst. Laura is also an internet-famous copywriter, founder of Talking Shrimp, and co-creator, with Marie Forleo, of The Copy Cure. Laura started her writing career at Spy Magazine, New York Magazine, and then VH1 before starting her own copywriting and teaching business almost by accident. That business went on to earn a million dollars the year she turned 50–an achievement Laura wrote about for “Business Insider.” Fun fact: Laura taught Sherman Helmsley, aka George Jefferson from The Jeffersons, how to moonwalk. We covered: • How she finagled a job for herself that involved her watching a lot of TV (one of her favorite things to do) • Why getting paid to ‘'write emails to friends'' is her dream job • How inspiration comes from writing--not the other way around • The magical powers of writing on the fly • Her morning routine which includes iced coffee, a walk outside, and dicking around • The website she swears by to get her writing every day • How she deals with bouts of talker's block on social media Connect with Laura at talkingshrimp.com. For full show notes with links to everything we discuss, plus bonus photos!, visit katehanley.substack.com. Thank you for listening! And thanks to this week's sponsor, Air Doctor Pro. Visit airdoctorpro.com and use code KATE to save 30% off an amazing indoor air filter *and* receive a free three-year warranty (an $84 value). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today is our 2 year anniversary. Make sure you head on over to @therapybookspodcast because we have two giveaways going on till 11/26/24. If you are enjoying these episodes and would like to support the podcast, please leave us a 5 star review. *Information shared in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. In this episode of What Your Therapist is Reading, Jessica Fowler is speaking with Laura Belgray, an award-winning copywriter, founder of Talking Shrimp, and author of Tough Titties: On Living Your Best Life When You're the F'ing Worst. The discussion covers Laura's unconventional journey to success, the themes in her book, and relatable personal stories. Key Highlights: -We discuss how Tough Titties explores Laura's coming-of-age story and her winding path she took to find herself and her career through chapters that chronicle her life in NYC in a vulnerable, yet relatable way. -Laura shares about a bully in 6th grade and lessons learned. -Laura shares about having a father as a therapist and what that experience was like for her. -Laura touches on different life experiences as she tried to find herself and what she would say to her younger self. -Laura shares how she wants this book to help readers feel less alone. About the author: Laura is an award-winning copywriter, founder of Talking Shrimp, and author of Tough Titties: On Living Your Best Life When You're the F'ing Worst. (Hachette) She's written TV spots for clients like NBC, Fandango and Bravo; and she helps entrepreneurs find words that make buyers go bananas. Her course with Marie Forleo, The Copy Cure, helps you find your voice and sell your anything.
#laurabelgray #podcast #emailmarketing Ever felt like your emails are just floating in the void, unread and unnoticed? We've all been there.In this episode, Shawn sits down with Laura Belgray, a copywriting expert and unapologetically lazy person author, to break down the secrets to writing emails that actually get opened and read. If you want your emails to stand out, this one's for you.How to Stand Out as an “Inbox Hero”Creating Eye-Catching Subject LinesWriting with a Conversational ToneUsing Preview Text to Hook ReadersGiving Value Beyond Tips& more... To learn more about Laura visit her on Instagram
In this episode, I spoke with Laura Belgray on her process of publishing and marketing her book. Check out her book Tough Titties and join her mailing list at: https://www.talkingshrimp.com/Chapters00:00 The Journey of Writing a Book17:53 Navigating the Publishing Process36:04 Marketing and Selling the Book42:54 The Art of Engaging Interviews45:08 Shrimp Club: A Mastermind Experience49:29 Navigating Creative Burnout52:15 The Balance of Selling and Authenticity56:20 The Myth of Passive Income01:01:10 The Evolution of Writing in the Digital Age01:08:51 The Maturing Landscape of Online Business01:12:40 Future Writing Aspirations and Inspirations01:18:31 The Role of Authenticity in StorytellingFollow Laura: @TheLauraBelgray https://www.instagram.com/laurabelgray/https://www.facebook.com/talkingshrimphttps://twitter.com/lbelgrayFollow me: @SunYiCo Website https://sunyi.coNight Owl Nation https://sunyi.co/night-owl-nation/Instagram https://instagram.com/sun.yiTikTok https://tiktok.com/@_sun.yiTwitter https://twitter.com/_sun_yiLinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/sunyi-nightowls/Facebook https://facebook.com/sun.yi.nightowlsThreads https://threads.net/@sun.yiDomestika https://domestika.org/en/courses/2638-the-art-of-storytelling-for-freelancers-and-creators/sunyiSpotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Fys2rzPCbp6tDzQ7YO3Pq***
419 views Feb 13, 2021 School's Over...Now What?#laurabelgray #podcast #emailmarketing Have you ever wrote an email and NOBODY READ IT? Yea fam that feeling is the worst. Well this episode will teach you how to get ANYONE to read your emails. On this episode Shawn interviews Laura Belgray. Laura is a copy expert & unapologetically Lazy Person Author and this is one of the most strategic episodes of all time. We will discuss the following:Embracing the Late Bloomer LifeBold Career Pivots Inspired by FamilyValue of “Starting Before You're Ready”Rebel Mindset: Defining Success on Her Own Terms& more... To learn more about Laura visit her on Instagram
What makes a brand truly unforgettable? This week, I dive into that question with Laura Belgray, bestselling author and celebrated copywriter, known for her unique brand, "Talking Shrimp." Initially born from a practical tax decision after getting married, Talking Shrimp has grown into a standout brand with a dedicated community of "shrimpers." Laura reveals how her brand resonates deeply by creating a sense of identity and belonging, touching on the psychology that binds communities to brands. Tune in as she offers insights into building authenticity, embracing imperfection, and infusing originality into your branding. You'll leave this episode knowing how personal stories and real connections can transform a brand into something truly memorable.Learn more about Laura:Laura Belgray is founder of Talking Shrimp, co-creator of The Copy Cure, and author of Tough Titties: On Living Your Best Life When You're the F'ing Worst. An award-winning copywriting expert, she helps entrepreneurs find the perfect words to express and sell what they do in a way that gets them paid to be themselves. Through her work with hundreds of clients (including online biggies like Marie Forleo and Amy Porterfield) she's seen firsthand that putting “you” into your copy and all through your business is pure magic for getting people to love you up, share your ideas, and happily click your Buy button.In addition to online types, Laura's list of clients and credits include NBC, Bravo, HBO, TBS, Fandango, and many, many more. So if you watch TV -- and don't skip the commercials -- you've probably seen her words on air.Tough Titties, her first book, published via Hachette, is available now.Laura's Links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurabelgray/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talkingshrimpTwitter: https://twitter.com/lbelgrayConnect with Veronica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vromney/If you're serious about advancing your career in marketing and you're looking for some personal insights into how then I invite you to schedule a free Pathway to Promotion call with me: https://pathwaycall.com/If you found value in today's episode, I would appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review.
I recently had the privilege of speaking on a panel with some top business owners such as Selena Soo and Laura Belgray to discuss the big shifts happening in the online business world.We dove into what's really happening in the online space right now and how we, as entrepreneurs, can adapt. The big takeaway? Consumers are changing. They're more cautious, they crave high-touch experiences, and traditional marketing methods are losing their luster.A few of the insights you will learn about:Why launches aren't working the way they used to (and how to pivot)What consumers are really looking for nowThe importance of simplifying your offers and showing up with real valueAnd more!If you've been feeling stuck, uncertain, or overwhelmed in your business, know this: You're not alone.My biggest piece of advice? Play the long game. Business isn't about quick wins, it's about long-term success. And that requires experimenting, staying consistent, and surrounding yourself with the right people who lift you up.Rate, Review, and Follow on Your Favorite Platform!If you loved this episode, leave a review.And always make sure you're following the podcast so you never miss an episode. Follow now!
Do you dream of building a seven-figure business without a big team? Is it even possible to do it alone? Eleanor's guest this week is a solopreneur who doesn't have any employees and doesn't consider herself a leader, but she's built a seven-figure business doing what she loves. This week, Eleanor is joined by award-winning copywriter, founder of Talking Shrimp, and author of Tough Titties: On Living Your Best Life When You're the F-Ing Worst, Laura Belgray. Laura has cracked the code on using email to generate over a million dollars in annual sales, and in this episode, she gives you the fundamentals of email marketing and her secrets for crafting compelling emails your audience can't wait to read. Listen in as Laura reveals how she built her seven-figure solopreneur company from scratch using email. Get full show notes and more information here: https://safimedia.co/WO16
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What are the most important components of marketing that will grow your business? Veronica Romney, marketing and leadership expert, speaker, and podcast host, found her calling in helping entrepreneurs get clarity on their marketing and lead their team to success. She teaches you which form of marketing will really move the needle, where to find your first customers, how to build repeat business, what's the one thing you need when making an offer, and how to push through the fear so you can show up and serve. - Join the Platinum Level of the Abundance Collective and get coaching from Cathy, Veronica, Amber Lilyestrom and Laura Belgray at Cathyheller.com/JoinPlatinum - Enter the silent auction for some fun prizes! Cathyheller.com/treat - Work with Veronica at https://www.veronicaromney.com/ - Follow Veronica on Instagram @vromney - Thanks Home Chef for sponsoring the podcast! Get 18 Free Meals + Free Dessert for Life and Free Shipping on your first box at homechef.com/DREAMJOB - Thanks LMNT for sponsoring today's episode! Go to drinklmnt.com/DREAMJOB to get a free sample pack with any purchase.
Wait, what? A Certain Age is four! How in the world is that possible? Join us as Katie turns over the podcast mic to special co-host author Laura Belgray to celebrate four years of podcasting and aging out loud. Grab a coffee, get some wine—we are chatting all things aging, plastic surgery, coloring your hair, the magic of being a late-blooming “marinator” and whether we are (finally) okay with looking our age. Plus, will ageism and/or blazers ever go out of style? DM us your votes! SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT acertainagepod.com FOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn GET INBOX INSPO: Sign up for our newsletter AGE BOLDLY We share new episodes, giveaways, links we love, and midlife resources Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Want to write more compelling copy for your business? This episode is a masterclass on how to find your unique voice, connect, and sell through authentic storytelling. Laura Belgray is a writer, author, and co-founder of Talking Shrimp, and co-creator of The Copy Cure with Marie Forleo. Today, we'll be discussing tips for tapping into your creative brain and writing in a way that allows your authentic voice to shine through your business. You'll discover the best ways to not only show up and stand out authentically but create meaningful connections with your audience while you do it. Whether you have a message to share with the world or simply want to hone your craft, we'll share the secret to writing compelling, relatable content by using your own voice. HIGHLIGHTS 02:05 The beginnings of Talking Shrimp, launching Tough Titties + navigating surprising moments in life. 09:10 How do you add your own voice and personality to your writing? 16:20 Tangible tips for tapping into your creative copywriting brain. 20:20 Where does AI + outsourcing have a place in business copywriting? 27:15 How to create and foster authentic connection with your audience. 32:30 The secret to writing compelling emails people actually want to open. 40:35 Who is your book for, and what can they expect from it? 47:25 What is your Powerhouse moment? RESOURCES + LINKS Get your copy of Tough Titties on Amazon! Turn your copy into traffic, leads, and sales - https://www.talkingshrimp.com/ Uplevel your email copywriting game - get Inbox Hero! Your masterclass in Best Seller Marketing - get Book Launch Hero! Grab your ticket for the 2024 Powerhouse Women Event August 9-10th in Scottsdale! powerhousewomenevent.com Click HERE to text the word MENTOR to (602) 536-7829 for weekly business + mindset tips delivered straight to your phone! Powerhouse Women is a COMMUNITY and YOU are part of it! Take a screenshot of this episode and tag us on Instagram so we can keep the conversation going and create more of the episodes you need! FOLLOW Laura: @laurabelgray Powerhouse Women: @powerhouse_women Lindsey: @llindseyschwartz Visit the Powerhouse Women website: powerhousewomen.co Join the PW Community Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity
In this episode of the podcast, we speak with Laura Belgray, a successful copywriter and founder of Talking Shrimp. She shares her journey from writing for Spy Magazine and TV promos to creating her own copywriting business. Laura has this incredible ability to fuse her sizzling personality into her business, and trust me when I say, it's as entertaining as it gets! We discuss the importance of authenticity and personality in your business, challenges in navigating the online marketing world, and how to boldly differentiate your business from others. There's a lot of wisdom to unpack, many laughs to share, and significant epiphanies to encounter. So, buckle up for an episode full of sparks that might just ignite your creative juices and change your perspective on how you approach your business.Links: toughtittiesbook.com talkingshrimp.com/story-goldmine I'd love to hear from you!DM me on Instagram @iamjackieellisOr send me an email at hello@jackie-ellis.com
What are the BEST email marketing strategies out there? Well, we have 7 strategies for you that shouldn't work, but they absolutely do!We're Kennedy and Carrie, and the things we're going to share might surprise you. But trust us, they work!Ready to get all the good stuff?SOME EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: (0:33) Want to carry on with the conversation? Join our FREE Facebook group. (2:42) 1. Send more emails. (5:09) 2. Include one clear call to action in all your emails. (8:06) 3. Talk about yourself. (16:23) 4. Stop using benefit-driven subject lines. (17:53) 5. Send emails that 'divide' your audience. (26:20) 6. Share complaints or negative reviews. (30:00) 7. Send 'ugly' emails. (31:49) Join The Email Hero Blueprint. (32:17) Subject line of the week.Useful Episode ResourcesRelated episodesTurn Problems into Opportunities – Convert Haters into Sales with Laura Belgray from The Talking Shrimp.The Truth About All The Surprising Things That REALLY Impact Your Email Deliverability.Perfect Timing? What's The BEST Time To Send An Email For Maximum Impact?FREE list to improve your email marketingIf you want to write better emails, come up with better content, and move your readers to click and buy, here's how. Here's a list of our Top 10 most highly recommended books that will improve all areas of your email marketing (including some underground treasures that we happened upon, which have been game-changing for us). Grab your FREE list here.Join the FREE Facebook groupDo you want to chat about how you can maximise the value of your email list and make more money from every subscriber? There's a way! Every business is different, so come and hang out in our FREE Facebook group, the Email Marketing Show Community for Course Creators and Coaches. You'll find a lot of training and resources, and you can talk about what you're up to.Try ResponseSuite for $1This content is sponsored by ResponseSuite.com, the survey quiz and application form tool that we created specifically for small businesses like you to integrate with your marketing systems to segment your subscribers and make more sales. Try it out for 14 days for just $1.Join The Email Hero Blueprint Want more? Let's say you're a course creator, membership site owner, coach, author, or expert and want to learn about the ethical psychology-based email marketing that turns 60-80% more of your newsletter subscribers into customers (within 60 days). If that's you, then
Authentic As F*ck is a podcast all about storytelling. I have conversations with entrepreneurs, and creators, hear their stories, and how these stories shaped the person.So excited to share in Episode 100 of the AAF podcast: Laura Belgray On Being Unapologetically Lazy Person. Don't miss this inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship and storytelling.Laura is an award-winning copywriter, founder of Talking Shrimp, and author of Tough Titties: On Living Your Best Life When You're the F'ing Worst. (Hachette) She's written TV spots for clients like NBC, Fandango and Bravo; and she helps entrepreneurs find words that make buyers go bananas. Her course with Marie Forleo, The Copy Cure, helps you find your voice and sell your anything.Chapters:00:00:00 - Welcome to the Authentic As F*ck Podcast00:02:38 - Growing Up on the Upper West Side00:05:37 - The Impact of Bullying in School00:08:28 - Reverse Engineering the Story00:11:23 - The Importance of Making Meaning of Stories00:14:02 - Writing Workshops and Discovery00:16:44 - The Studio: A Writing Program00:19:29 - Finding Genius in Writing00:22:07 - Channeling Creativity00:24:42 - Losing Interest in Things You Used to Say00:27:17 - The Lesson of Being Unapologetic00:30:15 - The Power of Personal Branding00:33:00 - Embracing Authenticity and Fulfillment00:35:38 - Embracing Your True Self00:38:34 - The Burden of Being Fake00:41:02 - Finding the transformation story00:43:43 - The Gradual Nature of Change00:46:34 - Transformation from Dick to Present Self00:49:11 - Giving Permission to Be Lazy00:52:09 - Embracing Laziness00:54:58 - Quiet Rebellion against Authority00:57:43 - Authenticity and Vulnerability01:00:26 - The Ups and Downs of Running a Business01:03:06 - Feeding the Beast and the Myth of Pleasing Everyone01:05:47 - Being Yourself and Embracing Your Audience01:08:28 - The Dilemma of Feedback and Trusting Yourself in Creative Work01:11:10 - Freebies and Resources at TalkingShrimp.com Comment, tag, and share with someone who would love this. Enjoy! Also join Night Owl Nation https://sunyi.co/night-owl-nation, a global community of entrepreneurs and creators who practice storytelling together.Follow me: @SunYiCo Website https://sunyi.coNight Owl Nation https://sunyi.co/night-owl-nation/Instagram https://instagram.com/sun.yiTikTok https://tiktok.com/@_sun.yiTwitter https://twitter.com/_sun_yiLinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/sunyi-nightowls/Facebook https://facebook.com/sun.yi.nightowlsThreads https://threads.net/@sun.yiDomestika https://domestika.org/en/courses/2638-the-art-of-storytelling-for-freelancers-and-creators/sunyiFollow me: @TheLauraBelgray https://www.instagram.com/laurabelgray/https://www.facebook.com/talkingshrimphttps://twitter.com/lbelgrayvSpotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Fys2rzPCbp6tDzQ7YO3Pq***
How do you learn to be authentically yourself in your public speaking and writing? And how do you deal with the emotional impact of any negative feedback you get?In this episode of the Delight in the Limelight Podcast, award-winning copywriter and founder of Talking Shrimp, Laura Belgray, joins me to talk about the challenges (and benefits!) of being authentically yourself.Listen to our conversation to learn:- What it looks like to truly be yourself- How to balance authenticity with professionalism in a work environment- Laura's approach to handling negative feedback- One very effective strategy for building your confidenceThis is a conversation for anyone who wants to be true to themselves in their work and online.Click here to check the full show notes.
How do you keep momentum for 6+ months post-launch? That's exactly what Laura Belgray and I are chatting about on this episode of the Purpose & Profit Club™ Podcast. Laura is the founder of Talking Shrimp, co-creator of The Copy Cure, and author of Tough Titties: On Living Your Best Life When You're the F'ing Worst. An award-winning copywriting expert, she helps entrepreneurs find the perfect words to express and sell what they do in a way that gets them paid to be themselves. Throughout our conversation, you'll hear the strategies that Laura uses to keep her audience engaged and how she'd recommend nonprofit executives put them into action to drive success (and donations). Crafting an authentic connection with your audience and potential donors is probably easier than you think. Tune in to learn more. Topics:How Laura has kept up momentum and promotion for her book, Tough Titties, even though it was released 6+ months ago Getting over the fear of “bugging people” when you are promoting your work to find more creative successThe promotion tools and strategies that Laura used during the pre-launch period for her book Laura's style of writing, “Flawesome” and how it gives her edge while modeling vulnerability and success How Laura's decisiveness has helped grow her career and her visibilityThe method that Laura used to quiet her inner critic and finally get her book written The number of emails per week that Laura recommends for non-profits and the type of content she wants to see more of For a full list of links and resources mentioned in this episode, click here.Connect with Christina on Instagram: @splendidconsultingConnect with Laura on Instagram: @laurabelgrayFREE 3-Day Fundraising Challenge Think you've reached out to “everyone” in your network? Out of ideas to get noticed and get funded? Generate leads for your nonprofit or social impact business: https://www.splendidcourses.com/prospectResources: Purpose & Profit Club™ Group Coaching Program - waitlist Email Goldmine [Free Masterclass] Schedule a discovery call here. - Instagram, LinkedIn, website - Join the Purpose and Profit Club weekly newsletter here. May contain affiliate links
Unicorns Unite: The Freelancer Digital Media Virtual Assistant Community
I started out offering basic VA services back in 2007, not fully realizing the value of what I was providing. But over the years, I've learned some valuable lessons (and definitely made my fair share of mistakes) and transformed my approach to freelancing. In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on the myth of the "six-figure VA" and sharing the real strategies that have helped me and others in this industry reach higher income levels. Listen in to learn more about Why the "six-figure VA" myth is holding you back Strategies for switching from hourly pricing to value-based pricing The importance of niche specialization and finding your unique selling prop Practical tips for attracting those high-paying clients I want to help you make more money AND find fulfillment and purpose in your work. We need to stop comparing ourselves to these unrealistic income claims and realize this doesn't happen overnight. Sponsored by The Digital Marketer's Workgroup Already doing the work and have clients? But need more clients and a better referral network? This is your chance to get in with a tight-knit freelancer community and be a part of the behind-the-scenes conversations, encouragement, and troubleshooting that we all need when we're working solo. We also have advanced trainings, networking opportunities, and job leads. Apply here for my Digital Marketer's Workgroup Links mentioned in the Show: Check out these other job titles you can claim instead of “virtual assistant” Freelancer Story: VA to 6-Figure Agency Owner with Heidi Schmidt #198 Building a Virtual Assistant Agency Model with Tasha Booth #197 Launch E-mail Strategy with Brittany McBean #142 How to Add Your Personality to Your Copy with Laura Belgray #148 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 Live 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. Or get started now with the Self-Study version of UDMA School here. 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
This episode will make you a better copywriter. Full stop. And business owners who write good copy, get more clients. Laura Belgray (co-creator of the Copy Cure with Marie Forleo) guests on today's episode and not only is she the most fun to listen to, she's also super generous with the writing tips she shares here.I counted at least 11 super actionable copywriting tips in this episode, plus a lot of laughter and we even debunk some Instagram myths to top it all off.If you have a business, and you write any words for your business (on your website, social media, sales pages or product descriptions) then this episode will help you write words that sell more.Laura Belgray, National bestselling author ofTough Titties: On Living Your Best Life When You're the F'ing Worst
GLASS OF REAL LIFE: This is not my usual episode of Marketing Bar podcast, but it's about to get real! I'm sharing my thoughts after 1 year of podcasting. The good, the bad, the ugly, the imposter syndrome and everything in between. What's in this episode: An Instagram post I loved from Laura Belgray. My sad ceo day (& the story behind it) A quote I saw on Instagram that helped me make a big business decision An excerpt from a potentially life changing meditation that played on accident A big announcement AND lastly some advice in case you've been in the same place in your biz that I've been in! PS: Yes, you heard me right - I'm taking a break. But don't worry, I'll be back to pour up more Marketing Bar on Tuesday, May 7th! MARKETING BAR INSTAGRAM MARKETING BAR SHOWNOTES THE WEEKLY SIP
My friend, today's episode is truly a treat! My fantastic guest and I go way back (I'm talking 15 incredible years) and she is a real-deal copywriting genius who had her first million-dollar year just as she turned 50. She's here to share all of her proven copywriting tips and tricks and empower you to follow your dreams, no matter your age! I'm so excited to welcome Laura Belgray back to the show! You might know her as the brilliant mind behind "Talking Shrimp," the co-creator of "The Copy Cure," and the author of the hilariously titled book "Tough Titties" – yes, you read that right! Now, Laura's not your average award-winning copywriter; she's on a mission to help entrepreneurs just like you find their unique voice and then monetize it. From writing for massive clients to teaching business owners to craft their own game-changing copy, her insights are like a breath of fresh air! Today, we discuss: 6:28: How to get paid just for being yourself in the online space 14:37: Why it's never too late to chase your dreams 21:31: Laura's “relaxed timeline” approach to business 31:52: The wonderful ways Laura's lifestyle differs from mine 34:10: Advice for finding your version of success on your own terms 38:19: Tips and tricks for writing a killer email subject line 44:50: Copywriting trends, newsletter hacks, and the importance of sounding human in the rise of AI 49:11: Behind-the-scenes of Laura's book, “Tough Titties” Listen in because embracing your authentic self doesn't just feel amazing – it's an absolute gift for your business! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts "I love Amy and Online Marketing Made Easy." If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people -- just like you -- move toward the online life and business that they desire. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. I'm adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed, and if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Follow now!
“Sometimes it's easy to take feedback to mean that your story's broken when it's not.” - Savannah GilboI'm taking you behind the scenes with me throughout my entire work week! You'll see how I plan my days, what projects I work on, what I learn from the writers I work with, and so much more! Here's a preview of what's included:[01:48] Sunday Update - This week will be a mixed bag. I'm taking a 2-day online course from Laura Belgray, who's sharing a behind-the-scenes look at her most recent book launch. The other fun thing I'm doing is giving a presentation for ProWritingAid's Romance Writers Week. Also, the third Crescent City book from Sarah J. Maas comes out this week, and I am so excited to read that. [06:48] Monday Update - Today, there are two big things I need to do: craft some emails for the Women In Publishing Summit, which I'm speaking at in March. The other big thing I'm working on is growing my email list and one of the ways I'm planning to do that is to be a guest on as many other writing podcasts as possible. [11:08] Tuesday Update - I'm coaching a writer who is working on two stories at once. Working on two projects at once would be hard for most people to handle. However, because this author has two novels in different stages of the process, it allows her to use different parts of her brain on different days.[16:33] Wednesday Update - The virtual class that Laura Belgray is hosting is about how she launched her book, Tough Titties, and it was awesome. I also have a little bit of a selfish reason for wanting to see what she did because I have a book coming out later this year, and I'm hoping to learn from what Laura did so that I can have a great book launch myself. [21:03] Thursday Update - It's so easy to second-guess ourselves when it comes to mapping out or outlining our stories. There are so many decisions to be made. If you are a student of my Notes to Novel class, you can submit your loglines for me to review during any of our Q&A calls. If you don't know what a logline is, it's essentially a 1-2 sentence summary of your story—and you can craft it before you've even outlined or written a single word of your book. [28:57] Friday Update - I am writing a book and it's an analysis of the first Harry Potter book. It's a craft book for writers that's going to dig into the big picture and the small picture to find out why and how this story works so well. This project is something I started 5+ years ago, and it got shelved for various reasons but is now coming back into the spotlight. Links Mentioned In This EpisodeEpisode #54: How to Test an Idea Before Writing the First DraftEpisode #94: How to Reveal Your Character's Inner Life on the PageEpisode #102: 3 Common Interiority Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)Waitlist: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Analysis Guide Click here to get 15% off a 30+ page manuscript report from The Spun Yarn's beta readers! Use code SAVANNAHGILBO at checkout.Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode of the Fiction Writing Made Easy Podcast, please rate, review, and follow this show! Follow me on Instagram @savannah.gilbo
We are thrilled to share part 2 of our podcast with Tough Titties author Laura Belgray. If you have years of your life you would prefer to forget, relationships or lifestyle choices that make you cringe when you look back at them, Laura will empower you to reframe your life story, and possibly share it with others. As Laura says, what is the fun in reading about other people's success, when you can read about the juicy details of their struggles before they finally made it. After laughing your way through the chapters of Laura's life, go to Talkingshrimp.com, where Laura will teach you how to write copy that people actually want to read. Laura has classes and online materials that teach you how to write email lines that people want to open, and how to stop boring people with your writing. If your writing is already dazzling and witty, then you will still appreciate reading a memoir from someone who is truly a master at sharing just about everything. Part 1 of our conversation with Laura Laura's website Buy Toughtitties If you enjoy this podcast, please share it with a friend and follow us on IG @meantforit Reach out to us anytime: contact@meanforit.com to say hello or recommend someone for a future episode. We would seriously love to hear from you! Go to our website www.meantforit.com for past episodes. If you leave us a review on itunes we'l do a little happy dance
IntroIn this episode of Don't Write That Book, Mike and AJ continue to discuss the book launch process, with a focus on the week leading up to, the week of, and the week just after a book is released to the public, and everything an author should know.Be sure to visit https://dwtbpodcast.com for more information and add your name to start receiving their newsletter. If you'd like to support this show, rate, subscribe and leave a review on your podcast app.Books/Resources Mentioned:Atomic Habits by James Clear: https://a.co/d/ivufoOlThe Long Game by Dorie Clark: https://a.co/d/h4dcevBTough, by Laura Belgray: https://a.co/d/gu6CF26BookPal.comPorchlightTCK Publishing Calculator: https://www.tckpublishing.com/amazon-book-sales-calculator/Connect with AJ & Mike:AJ Harper: https://ajharper.comWrite A Must-Read: https://a.co/d/4H0xQ7GFree resources: https://writeamustread.comSocials:FB: https://www.facebook.com/AJHarperAuthorsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjanetteharper/ Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.comAll books: https://mikemichalowicz.com/books/Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/
Charisma Quotient: Build Confidence, Make Connections and Find Love
Episode 330 of Charisma Quotient- Marketing Yourself for Love: Interview with Laura Belgray Are you putting yourself out there as the best version of you? Dating is a lot like marketing. You're kind of selling a product (yourself – but not in a literal way), and your potential suitors are the buyers. In this episode, Kimmy gets into how to market and promote yourself for love with award-winning copywriter and author of national bestseller, ‘Tough Titties: On Living Your Best Life When You're the F-ing Worst,' Laura Belgray. Marketing is not just for businesses with Instagram ads and catchy commercials. What if you could market you better so that you have more opportunities to find love? Episode 330 of Charisma Quotient- Marketing Yourself for Love: Interview with Laura Belgray is all about how to sell yourself to attract the suitors you want out in the real world. Kimmy and Laura explore the balance of self-promotion in business and in love, how to find your authentic voice, and how to attract the right kind of attention you crave. These two dive into topics around the practice of boosting self-promotion and building confidence and connect with potential customers and daters. Listen in to hear ways to let go of personal doubts and fear of annoying others when self-promoting. If you're ready to elevate your marketing and self-promotion game to meet people in the real world, Kimmy has just the workshop for you on January 23 called How To Meet People IRL (in real life). It's a perfect way to kick off the new year and motivate you to make some changes in your love life. This is a co-ed interactive workshop to give you the best tips for confidently navigating the social scene without anxiety and uncertainty. But hurry and register here www.stophatingdating.com to save your spot! Charisma Quotient Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and many of your other favorite podcast channels. ************************************************ Kimmy Seltzer is a Confidence Therapist and Authentic Dating Strategist implementing targeted style, emotional and social intelligence to your life. ************************************************ Would you like to connect with Kimmy? Website: https://kimmyseltzer.com/ Chat: https://meetme.so/kimbreakthrough Instagram: @kimmyseltzer Twitter: @kimmyseltzer Join her FREE Facebook Group Love Makeover Insiders: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lovemakeovers
Bestselling author Laura Belgray is Marissa's guest. Laura's book, Tough Titties: Living Your Best Life When You're the F-ing Worst” is the self-help book you've been looking for if you don't really want the help, and really just want to commiserate with someone who gets you completely. Learn more about the book described as ““Sex and the City” for losers” on the podcast, while Marissa bakes up a wicked good batch of brown sugar cookies, and Laura just watches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today we're talking to Laura Belgray of Talking Shrimp and author of the bestselling book Tough Titties. Laura is incredible at being unapologetically herself in her business- she refuses to be any other way. In this episode, she unravels the journey of embracing one's true self in the business world. Laura shares personal triumphs and challenges, providing invaluable insights into turning rejection into a catalyst for success. Come learn about the magic that happens when authenticity meets entrepreneurship, from defying societal norms to handling online trolls. Gain practical tips on self-expression and discover how staying true to yourself can pave the way for a fulfilling and prosperous business journey. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting, this episode offers a roadmap to navigate the challenges of authenticity in business. Laura Belgray IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurabelgray/ Tough Titties: https://www.talkingshrimp.com/book VIP Days (only a couple spots left!!) Come book your spot for the new year: https://edenstrader.com/vip-coaching-days-for-creatives-1 In Person Flash Photography Workshop in NYC: http://edenstrader.com/in-person-flash-photography-workshop AMARA the Agency: https://amaratheagency.com/investment-for-nyc-creative-agency If you enjoyed today's episode, please: - Leave a positive review or rating! - Come join our free Manifestation Challenge, a fan favorite freebie! https://edenstrader.com/manifesting-challenge - Post a screenshot & key takeaway on your IG story and tag us @edenstrader so we can repost you. - Follow (+) our show for new episodes every Monday!
Laura Belgray, founder of Talking Shrimp® and co-creator of The Copy Cure, joins Kelsey on Whiskey & Work to discuss her best selling book Tough Titties: On Living Your Best Life When You're the F'ing Worst. Kelsey and Laura discuss not fitting in, late blooming, resisting societal expectations and so much more. Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes! What we're talking about… Laura Belgray is the founder of Talking Shrimp® and co-creator of The Copy Cure Best selling author of her book Tough Titties: On Living Your Best Life When You're the F'ing Worst Laura's background and her significance in the world of writing and copywriting Highlight Laura's collaboration with Marie Forleo on the Copy Cure Laura's approach to building her successful online business Discuss how she resists the pressure to follow conventional marketing strategies Laura shares her thoughts on webinars, social media, and other marketing tactics Laura's writing process and her passion for writing emails Her ability to craft engaging stories and how she incorporates them into her emails How she manages the repetitive aspects of writing emails The importance of staying true to one's passions in business Laura's ability to maintain her enthusiasm for email writing The impact of Laura's authentic and enjoyable emails on her audience Explore the challenges Laura faced while writing her book and how she overcame them To learn more or connect with Laura, visit the links below! A {free} Tool or Two! Did someone say free? Yup that's right. Kelsey's here to help with a few free tools to help launch your business and creative ideas! Click the links to start your journey. How To Plan Your Business The Coaches Pricing Calculator The Coaches Workshop: A “Framework” fFor How To Be An Exceptional Coach & Create Consistent Monthly Income Links Mentioned Laura Belgray's Website Laura Belgray's Instagram Kelsey Murphy's Website Kelsey Murphy's Instagram
In this episode, Candice is joined by professional copywriter, author, and unapologetic “lazy” person Laura Belgray. As a late bloomer herself, Laura knows the struggle to find meaning and purpose in life when it's just so much easier not to really bother. It's completely fine to have no clue what you're doing. In fact, it's f-in awesome as long as you're doing something. And it's never too late to switch it up, try something new, or do the one thing you've always wanted to but might've not had the confidence until now. Laura's Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurabelgray/Check out TOUGH TITTIES: ON LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE WHEN YOU'RE THE F-IN WORST: https://www.amazon.com/Tough-Titties-Living-Youre-F-ing/dp/0306826046Candice's Social Media:www.instagram.com/candiceking/www.instagram.com/asuperbloompod/www.tiktok.com/@itscandiceking Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Want to write emails that people actually open? Laura Belgray has you covered. Today, she gives Nicole some of her favorite tips and tricks for stellar subject lines. But that's just the beginning. Laura shares the advantages of being a "late bloomer," her decision not to have kids and why the whole "having it all" narrative is totally BS. Find Laura's new book here: https://www.talkingshrimp.com/book Want to start investing, but don't know where to begin? Go to moneyassistant.com and meet Magnifi, your AI money assistant, designed to help you make a plan for your financial goals. Want one-on-one money coaching from Nicole? Book a meeting with her here: intro.co/moneynewsnetwork
Laura Belgray is the founder of Talking Shrimp and co-creator of The Copy Cure with Marie Forleo here to share insight on navigating the workforce as an entrepreneur or high-value employee. Laura and Ash dive into how to find the gift of who you are, exist in the workforce as your authentic self, and build a career that is aligned with your truth. More and more people are turning to online entrepreneurship as their career path. Tune in to learn how to see beyond the smoke and mirrors of people's online businesses, create a brand that people trust and succeed online without abandoning yourself. Whether you are looking to grow your online business or are looking to grow your career mindset, there is something in this conversation for you! In This Episode, You'll Learn: How to embrace your flaws and show who you are in your work and life. Actionable insight on how to succeed in the digital marketplace. The single item you need to start and grow a successful online business. The pathway to sustain your business growth over time. Connect with Laura Belgray https://www.talkingshrimp.com/ Get Her Book Tough Titties Connect with Ash: https://www.instagram.com/ashleystahl/ Take a FREE Quiz to Discover Your Most Authentic Career Path: https://www.ashleystahl.com/freequiz/
Zibby interviews award-winning TV writer Laura Belgray about her hilarious and wise collection of stories, Tough Titties: On Living Your Best Life When You're the F-ing Worst. Laura shares parts of her life story, from eating disorders, all-girls school, and hookups with bartenders to finally finding her passion (and her husband!). She also describes her career in writing (from TV promos to marketing emails) and shares her best advice for aspiring writers. Purchase on Bookshop: https://bit.ly/3slDmJjShare, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram @zibbyowens! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's open books all the way with these two TMI queens and their no-holds-barred, hilarious ways. They're the perfect duo to break my 6-month hiatus from the show. What a hoot to be back with three-time New York Times best-selling memoirist Jenny Lawson (Broken, Furiously Happy, and Let's Pretend This Never Happened) and her blogtastic comedic twin, Laura Belgray, joining us here while on book tour for her debut memoir, the national bestseller, Tough Titties: On Living Your Best Life when You're the F-ing Worst.Y'all, this one's a mood booster! And a total love match, as you'll see. If you're in the mood to laugh and shake off the funk from your Doomscrolling, this is the show for you.This may be Laura's first book, but she's one of the most successful career writers I know, starting in TV writing for NBC, HBO, USA, Nick at Night, Nickelodeon, TV Land, VH1, and others. Let's just say the girl gets around. Her blog and newsletters at Talking Shrimp are wildly popular (addictive!), as are her programs, like Inbox Hero and The Copy Cure, Laura's creation with Marie Forleo.Join us as we dig into wisdom on crafting headlines, run-on sentences that hypnotize, avoiding husbands as beta readers, and how having children is like living with an undercover agent tapping all your phones. We also dish on hiding during Zoom calls, editing drunk, getting mailed boxes of dildos in the mail (like you do), blowjobs Laura gave in the early 90s, titties that grow back after reduction surgery, and the ghost living under Jenny's house.I'm so happy you're here. Write on!PS. This convo was such a blast that I RAN back into the recording studio to cover a new topic here—Self-Publishing—with two clients who've made millions via self-publishing (which brought the big publishers to them). You'll want to emulate our strategies, whether you're self-pubbing or not!
A Self declared unapologetic lazy person, while also being a NYT Bestselling Author for her book “Tough Titties”, Laura Belgray is here to be the soothing balm to the societal pressures to be something you're not and instead find success in exactly who you are - even if you're super “late” to the game (aka, you're not late at all).You can follow Laura @LauraBelgray on IG and check out her book “Tough Titties” wherever you get your booksPlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episodeFind more weeknight dinner recipes at Pillsbury.comProduced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this episode of Divorced Not Dead Caroline hosts insightful discussions on personal growth with Laura Belgray, founder of Talking Shrimp and co-creator of The Copy Cure. Laura, author of "Tough Titties: On Living Your Best Life When You're the F'ing Worst," joins Caroline to explore embracing life's worst moments for transformation. They share how challenges mold our best lives and the importance of learning from mistakes to foster resilience and a positive mindset. The podcast also delves into modern relationship dynamics, where men support and empower their partners, celebrating their success without feeling threatened. Join Caroline and Laura for inspiring stories, wisdom, and a journey of believing in oneself, growing from difficulties, and living life to the fullest.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Laura Belgray (@laurabelgray) joins the ladies to talk about what inspired her book, learning responsibilities as you get older and having big boobs. They also talk about aging, they play That's So Random and they answer a lady problem about dating someone who doesn't drive! Have a lady problem that needs answering? Send the ladies an email at: ladytoladycomedy@gmail.com or, better yet, leave us a voicemail at (323) 6BUTT30!Want to support the show and get access to bonus content? You can do so by subscribing to us on Wondery+! You can also join us over at Patreon.com/LadytoLady to get access to ad-free episodes, exclusive merch, and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
TUESDAY! Still not feeling my best but I did this amazing interview with one of my new favorite people this past Thursday and I can't wait for you to hear it. Her name is Laura Belgray (insta: @laurabelgray Twitter; @lbelgray) and she has a new book out, which i read and loved, called Tough Titties: On Living Your Best Life When You're The F-ing Worst (https://a.co/d/8ZKTCJK) . We talk all about the book as well as everything Bravo (since she's a huge fan)! We talk RHONY old and new, Bethenny Frankel, OC, and of course, Vanderpump Rules ! Plus, we even dip into HBO's Sex And The City reboot And Just like That! Loved her! I think you will to! Also, thank you so much for sending my mom postcards! Please keep sending them if you have time! The address is 3546 East Ravenswood Drive Gilbert, Az 8598 Don't forget to leave us a 5 Start review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Also, tell a friend. Join the So Bad community! Timestamps 6:10-Laura Belgray! Find more balance, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/SOBAD today to get 10% off your first month. That's betterhelp.com/SOBAD -Go sign up for the patreon for over 250 episodes NOT on the main feed! patreon.com/sobaditsgood Also, So Bad It's Good has merch now! Go to www.sobaditsgoodmerch.com to order yours TODAY! If you're enjoying the insane amount of blood, sweat and literal tears of this pod consider telling a friend or rating us 5 stars on iTunes! Special shoutout to Maritza Lopez (Insta: @maritza.gif) for all of her insanely hard work creating these beautiful pieces of art on my instagram and patreon page!! Instagram: @sobaditsgoodwithryanbailey, @ryanbailey25 Twitter:@ryanabailey25 TIKTOK @sobaditsgoodwithryanb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey, you! *Yes, you!* You don't need to be ANYONE else in order to make money… in fact, your unique personality is *exactly* what your ideal client is looking for. Discover how to put “you” into your copy + business on today's episode of Goal Digger, where I speak with Laura Belgray: an award-winning copywriting expert. Through her work with hundreds of clients she's seen firsthand that bringing out your personality in your writing is pure magic for getting people to love you, share your ideas, and happily click your Buy button. You *have* to hear her hilarious stories + strategies, so get ready to get paid to be YOU and click play now! GOAL DIGGER FB COMMUNITY GOAL DIGGER INSTAGRAM GOAL DIGGER SHOW NOTES
Today on the podcast we have my friend Laura Belgray, the award-winning TV writer, as she shares hilarious and cringe-worthy life lessons in her new book "Tough Titties." From her own experiences of navigating adulthood, dating mishaps, career struggles, and societal expectations, Laura invites you to embrace your quirks, be unapologetically yourself, and find humor in the chaos of life. Each episode is filled with relatable stories, cutting insights on our self-help obsessed culture, and permission to let go of societal pressures. This book is a MUST READ this summer!! Get ready to laugh out loud, feel better about everything, and realize that sometimes being a dork is the best way to live life to the fullest. So, sit back, relax, and remember tough titties! ;) Ways I can support you right now: [FREE] Want to grow your following, monetize your content, and land paid brand deals? Click here to get access to my new, free 3-part training! [APPLY] READY FOR VISIBILITY GROWTH & SCALING? Apply for my intimate mastermind focused on scaling your business, building a credible brand, and owning a new level of visibility and authority. CLICK HERE TO APPLY. [ORDER] my book or Audible, Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable so you can leverage the power of your own influence.
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How can you follow your own path at your own pace, and drop the shame of not hitting all the milestones you think you're supposed to? Laura Belgray, founder of Talking Shrimp, co-creator of The Copy Cure with Marie Forleo, award-winning copywriter, TV writer, and author is back to share the hilarious and powerful gems from her book, Tough Titties. She talks about why laziness can be a superpower, how humor can help you deal with pain, how to celebrate that you're just getting started, how to be unapologetically and authentically yourself, and how to embrace all the detours that lead you to where you're meant to be. - Just a couple spots left to Cathy's Florida retreat, June 25-27th! cathyheller.com/retreat - Get your copy of Laura's book, Tough Titties: On Living Your Best Life When You're the F-ing Worst http://toughtittiesbook.com/ - Follow Laura on Instagram @laurabelgray - Listen to our previous episodes with Laura https://bit.ly/laurabelgray Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today, I am joined by the hilarious Laura Belgray, an award-winning copywriting expert and the true queen of being herself. Laura is about to release her first novel, Tough Titties: On Living Your Best Life When You're the F-ing Worst, and in our conversation, she empowers you to live life authentically and honor your unique timeline. Laura encourages you to embrace your inner dork, accept imperfections, and resist the urge to compare your worth to others. She stresses the power of standing out, finding peace in being disliked, and how important it is to surround yourself with people who bring out the best in your personality. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: - Pursuing your passions despite feeling behind in life - How Laura turned her joy into a successful business - A simple tip for finding community and organically building your network - Advice for being unapologetically yourself - Trusting in your timeline - How your flaws can work in your favor - Viewing rejection as an opportunity for growth - Surrounding yourself with people who light up your personality RESOURCES - DM me the word “POWER” on Instagram for The Power Nine - Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! - Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and journal prompts. CONNECT WITH LAURA Follow Laura on Instagram: @laurabelgray Pre-order your copy of Tough Titties Learn more about Talking Shrimp CONNECT WITH LORI Follow me: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Follow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusiness Listen to Girlfriends & Business
Farnoosh sits down with good friend Laura Belgray, author of the new book Tough Titties, a memoir about a misfit (Laura) coming of age in 80s/90s New York City, screwing up at life, and finally finding success with her first million-dollar year at age 50. Or, as her own husband calls it, “loser Sex and the City.” Pre-order Laura's book (last day!) to receive her bonuses. And listen to the end of the show to hear how to win a free copy of Tough Titties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that the human brain is literally wired to LOVE and REMEMBER stories, making storytelling one of the most powerful forms of communication?Intrigued?Then you're gonna love this episode with copywriter and author Laura Belgray, where we chat about her new book, the importance of sharing powerful stories, and creating content when feeling uninspired. Fun fact: Laura is one of the most loved guests I've had on the podcast – if you haven't yet listened to our conversation “How to Get Paid to be You,” - click >>HERE> HERE