BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ProCopywriters | the Alliance of Commercial Writers - ECPv6.3.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:ProCopywriters | the Alliance of Commercial Writers X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ProCopywriters | the Alliance of Commercial Writers REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20210328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20211031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230517T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230517T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20230125T170552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T172147Z UID:10000326-1684324800-1684328400@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Writing With Clarity DESCRIPTION:This lunchtime learning workshop is delivered by Tim Tucker. Tim is a digital content strategist and copywriting specialist who has worked with dozens of brands\, including Virgin Media Business\, Tesco\, NatWest\, Nokia\, National Trust and The Guardian. \n** LIVE event open to everyone! ** \n*** Replay of this event is only available to ProCopywriters Members *** \nThe recording of this session is available in your ‘Workshop Library’ in your Member Dashboard. \nNot a member? To learn more about our various memberships levels and how to join\, just click here. URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/writing-with-clarity/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/16161006/PC-Workshop-Icon-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230503T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230503T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20230228T100839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T100839Z UID:10000334-1683115200-1683118800@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Managing Clients and Colleagues Confidently DESCRIPTION:How do you present work to your in-house\, agency\, or direct clients? How do you handle it when they give you feedback? How do you approach your boss when you want a promotion? You may be a writer\, but you also need competent speaking skills if you want to grow your career. \nIn this session\, you’ll understand how to shift your mindset from fearful to effective while remaining authentic. \nHosted by Jackie Barrie\nJackie Barrie trains recruiters\, journalists\, marketing teams\, business-owners and aspiring copywriters how to write better copy. \nShe specialises in training comms teams in the media and publishing sector. These people often come from a journalistic or academic background\, which means they know how to write. However\, they are often tasked with writing web copy and blog posts\, yet no one has ever told them how to write proper copy. \nHer regular training clients include FT Recruitment and Journalism.co.uk \n** This online workshop is open to everyone. ProCopywriters members also get access to the recording after the session. Join here ** URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/managing-clients-and-colleagues-confidently/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/16161006/PC-Workshop-Icon-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230426T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230426T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20230228T094758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T095209Z UID:10000333-1682510400-1682514000@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Pitch with Confidence DESCRIPTION:Being able to confidently pitch your ideas\, projects\, proposals and offers is a priceless asset for copywriters. In this session we’ll explore methods for developing a simple sales-pitch that you can use to sell your work to colleagues and clients alike. \nHosted by Jackie Barrie\nJackie Barrie trains recruiters\, journalists\, marketing teams\, business-owners and aspiring copywriters how to write better copy. \nShe specialises in training comms teams in the media and publishing sector. These people often come from a journalistic or academic background\, which means they know how to write. However\, they are often tasked with writing web copy and blog posts\, yet no one has ever told them how to write proper copy. \nHer regular training clients include FT Recruitment and Journalism.co.uk \n** This online workshop is open to everyone. ProCopywriters members also get access to the recording after the session. Join here ** URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/pitch-with-confidence/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/16161006/PC-Workshop-Icon-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230419T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230419T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20230125T165824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T165824Z UID:10000325-1681905600-1681909200@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) for Copywriters in 2023 DESCRIPTION:What do you need to know about search engine optimisation in 2023? \nThis lunchtime learning workshop is delivered by Tim Tucker. Tim is a digital content strategist and copywriting specialist who has worked with dozens of brands\, including Virgin Media Business\, Tesco\, NatWest\, Nokia\, National Trust and The Guardian. \n** LIVE event open to everyone! ** \n*** Replay of this event is only available to ProCopywriters Members *** \nThe recording of this session is available in your ‘Workshop Library’ in your Member Dashboard. \nNot a member? To learn more about our various memberships levels and how to join\, just click here. URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/search-engine-optimisation-seo-for-copywriters-in-2023/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/16161006/PC-Workshop-Icon-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230315T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230315T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20230125T162306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T165855Z UID:10000324-1678881600-1678885200@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Using Generative AI to Boost Your Copywriting DESCRIPTION:This lunchtime learning workshop is delivered by Tim Tucker. Tim is a digital content strategist and copywriting specialist who has worked with dozens of brands\, including Virgin Media Business\, Tesco\, NatWest\, Nokia\, National Trust and The Guardian. \n** LIVE event open to everyone! ** \n*** Replay of this event is only available to ProCopywriters Members *** \nThe recording of this session is available in your ‘Workshop Library’ in your Member Dashboard. \nNot a member? To learn more about our various memberships levels and how to join\, just click here. URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/using-generative-ai-to-boost-your-copywriting/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/16161006/PC-Workshop-Icon-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230208T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230208T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20220523T094943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T094943Z UID:10000314-1675857600-1675861200@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Conversational Copywriting DESCRIPTION:Essential tips for web\, email and social media. \nThis lunchtime learning workshop is delivered by Tim Tucker. Tim is a digital content strategist and copywriting specialist who has worked with dozens of brands\, including Virgin Media Business\, Tesco\, NatWest\, Nokia\, National Trust and The Guardian. \n  \n** LIVE event open to everyone! ** \n*** Replay of this event is only available to ProCopywriters Members *** \nThe recording of this session is available in your ‘Workshop Library’ in your Member Dashboard. \nNot a member? To learn more about our various memberships levels and how to join\, just click here. URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/conversational-copywriting/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162615/PC-Workshop-Icon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230118T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230118T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20220523T094359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T094359Z UID:10000313-1674043200-1674046800@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Storytelling for Copywriters DESCRIPTION:How ‘show don’t tell’ works for marketers. \nThis lunchtime learning workshop is delivered by Tim Tucker. Tim is a digital content strategist and copywriting specialist who has worked with dozens of brands\, including Virgin Media Business\, Tesco\, NatWest\, Nokia\, National Trust and The Guardian. \n** LIVE event open to everyone! ** \n*** Replay of this event is only available to ProCopywriters Members *** \nThe recording of this session is available in your ‘Workshop Library’ in your Member Dashboard. \nNot a member? To learn more about our various memberships levels and how to join\, just click here. URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/storytelling-for-copywriters/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162615/PC-Workshop-Icon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221207T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221207T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20220610T125720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T125720Z UID:10000233-1670414400-1670418000@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Develop Your Speaking Skills with Jackie Barrie DESCRIPTION:Speakeasy 6: Showcase \nThe culmination of the Speakeasy programme with Jackie Barrie. This is your chance to put your new skills into practice. Six volunteers will deliver a five-minute prepared speech and get constructive feedback that everyone can learn from. You’ll also get the chance to do a one-minute spontaneous speech on a topic to be advised on the day. Finally\, Jackie will explain how to make money from speaking. \n** LIVE event open to everyone! ** \n*** Replay of this event is only available to ProCopywriters Members *** \nThe recording of this session is available in your ‘Workshop Library’ in your Member Dashboard. \nNot a member? To learn more about our various memberships levels and how to join\, just click here. \nAbout Jackie Barrie \nJackie Barrie has been a professional copywriter since 1983. She writes without waffle and trains other people how. Everything she does comes from being a writer. She helps people to communicate their message clearly – whether that’s through the written word on paper or screen\, the spoken word face-to-face\, or an activity that the audience undertakes. URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/19385/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162615/PC-Workshop-Icon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221109T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221109T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20220523T094146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T094146Z UID:10000312-1667995200-1667998800@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Social Media Copywriting Essentials DESCRIPTION:Factors for higher response rates. \nThis lunchtime learning workshop is delivered by Tim Tucker. Tim is a digital content strategist and copywriting specialist who has worked with dozens of brands\, including Virgin Media Business\, Tesco\, NatWest\, Nokia\, National Trust and The Guardian. \nThis session is for ProCopywriters members only. The access code for this Zoom session is in your dashboard. \nhttps://www.procopywriters.co.uk/dashboard/ URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/social-media-copywriting-essentials/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162615/PC-Workshop-Icon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221102T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221102T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20220610T125617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T125617Z UID:10000230-1667390400-1667394000@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Develop Your Speaking Skills with Jackie Barrie DESCRIPTION:The next in the series of Speakeasy sessions with Jackie Barrie covers what to do before\, during and after a speaking engagement if you want to be perceived as professional. It also includes the chance to prepare for next week’s showcase session where participants present for five minutes and get supportive feedback on their speaking skills. \nThis session is for ProCopywriters members only. The access code for this Zoom session is in your dashboard. \nhttps://www.procopywriters.co.uk/dashboard/ \nAbout Jackie Barrie \nJackie Barrie has been a professional copywriter since 1983. She writes without waffle and trains other people how. Everything she does comes from being a writer. She helps people to communicate their message clearly – whether that’s through the written word on paper or screen\, the spoken word face-to-face\, or an activity that the audience undertakes. \n  URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/speakeasy-with-jackie-barrie-5/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162615/PC-Workshop-Icon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221019T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221019T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20220523T093738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T093738Z UID:10000311-1666180800-1666184400@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Improving Calls to Action (CTAs) DESCRIPTION:Driving higher conversion rates through micro-copy. \nThis lunchtime learning workshop is delivered by Tim Tucker. Tim is a digital content strategist and copywriting specialist who has worked with dozens of brands\, including Virgin Media Business\, Tesco\, NatWest\, Nokia\, National Trust and The Guardian. URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/improving-calls-to-action-ctas/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162615/PC-Workshop-Icon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221005T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221005T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20220610T124148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T124148Z UID:10000229-1664971200-1664974800@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Develop Your Speaking Skills with Jackie Barrie DESCRIPTION:What makes a presentation effective? In this packed Speakeasy session with Jackie Barrie\, we explore storytelling and rhetorical devices. We also look at what NOT to do. Finally\, you’ll learn about using slides\, props and audience participation to help get your message across in a memorable way. \nThis session is for ProCopywriters members only. The access code for this Zoom session is in your dashboard. \nhttps://www.procopywriters.co.uk/dashboard/ \nAbout Jackie Barrie \nJackie Barrie has been a professional copywriter since 1983. She writes without waffle and trains other people how. Everything she does comes from being a writer. She helps people to communicate their message clearly – whether that’s through the written word on paper or screen\, the spoken word face-to-face\, or an activity that the audience undertakes. URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/speakeasy-with-jackie-barrie-4/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162615/PC-Workshop-Icon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220914T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220914T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20220523T092755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T092755Z UID:10000310-1663156800-1663160400@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Personalised Copy for Email DESCRIPTION:Increasing engagement and outcomes by connecting with your reader. This lunchtime learning workshop is delivered by Tim Tucker. \nTim is a digital content strategist and copywriting specialist who has worked with dozens of brands\, including Virgin Media Business\, Tesco\, NatWest\, Nokia\, National Trust and The Guardian. \n**ProCopywriters Members Only** \nTo access this session\, you’ll need the access code from your member dashboard (scroll down to the “Exclusive Offers for Members” section). URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/personalised-copy-for-email/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162615/PC-Workshop-Icon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220907T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220907T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20220610T123813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T123813Z UID:10000317-1662552000-1662555600@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Develop Your Speaking Skills with Jackie Barrie DESCRIPTION:Speakeasy 3: Speaking skills \nWe might be moving beyond the usual copywriting comfort zone in this Speakeasy session run by Jackie Barrie. You’ll discover how to use body language\, vocal variety and eye contact to improve your presentations\, online and offline. Like anything\, it’s easy when you know how. You don’t have to attend previous sessions to get value out of this one. \nThis session is for ProCopywriters members only. The access code for this Zoom session is in your dashboard. \nhttps://www.procopywriters.co.uk/dashboard/ \nAbout Jackie Barrie \nJackie Barrie has been a professional copywriter since 1983. She writes without waffle and trains other people how. Everything she does comes from being a writer. She helps people to communicate their message clearly – whether that’s through the written word on paper or screen\, the spoken word face-to-face\, or an activity that the audience undertakes. URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/speakeasy-with-jackie-barrie-3/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162615/PC-Workshop-Icon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220810T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220810T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20220610T123637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T123637Z UID:10000316-1660132800-1660136400@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Develop Your Speaking Skills with Jackie Barrie DESCRIPTION:Speakeasy 2: What to say \nCopywriters are usually comfortable with the written word. However\, writing an online or on-site speech is a different skill. So\, let’s look at the content you need in an effective presentation. You’ll find out how people learn\, a simple structure to follow\, and ways to handle the Q&A. This is the second in our series of Speakeasy sessions run by Jackie Barrie (it doesn’t matter if you missed the first one). \n  \nThis session is for ProCopywriters members only. The access code for this Zoom session is in your dashboard. \nhttps://www.procopywriters.co.uk/dashboard/ \nAbout Jackie Barrie \nJackie Barrie has been a professional copywriter since 1983. She writes without waffle and trains other people how. Everything she does comes from being a writer. She helps people to communicate their message clearly – whether that’s through the written word on paper or screen\, the spoken word face-to-face\, or an activity that the audience undertakes. URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/speakeasy-with-jackie-barrie-2/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162615/PC-Workshop-Icon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220720T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220720T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20220523T092508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T092508Z UID:10000309-1658318400-1658322000@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:How to Make Every Word Count DESCRIPTION:Getting to the point and avoiding unnecessary words. \nThis lunchtime learning workshop is delivered by Tim Tucker. Tim is a digital content strategist and copywriting specialist who has worked with dozens of brands\, including Virgin Media Business\, Tesco\, NatWest\, Nokia\, National Trust and The Guardian. \n**This session is free for all ProCopywriters members** \n***The access code is in your dashboard*** \n  URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/how-to-make-every-word-count/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162615/PC-Workshop-Icon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220706T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220706T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20220610T123441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T123441Z UID:10000315-1657108800-1657112400@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Develop Your Speaking Skills with Jackie Barrie DESCRIPTION:Speakeasy 1: Building your confidence \nBoost your speaking skills with our monthly Speakeasy programme run by long-term copywriter\, Jackie Barrie\, who’s also an experienced trainer\, the author of ‘Unboring’\, and a Fellow of the Professional Speaking Association UK & Ireland. This first session explores nerves and how to overcome them\, and looks at common mistakes to avoid when you give a presentation. \nThis session is for ProCopywriters members only. The access code for this Zoom session is in your dashboard. \nhttps://www.procopywriters.co.uk/dashboard/ \nAbout Jackie Barrie \nJackie Barrie has been a professional copywriter since 1983. She writes without waffle and trains other people how. Everything she does comes from being a writer. She helps people to communicate their message clearly – whether that’s through the written word on paper or screen\, the spoken word face-to-face\, or an activity that the audience undertakes. \n  URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/speakeasy-with-jackie-barrie/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162615/PC-Workshop-Icon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220524T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220524T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20220510T184652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T184652Z UID:10000307-1653393600-1653397200@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:What if freelancing isn't for me? DESCRIPTION:Join David McGuire (Radix Communications) and Kathryn Strachan (Copy House) as we discuss career options for copywriters. We’ll talk about how the benefits of a salaried role stack up against the alternatives. \nIdeal for any copywriter who doesn’t enjoy the uncertainty and independence of self-employment. \nThis is an open Q&A. Pop along with questions or just sit back and listen to copywriters have a friendly chat about ways of working. \nThis session is free for everyone to attend. URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/what-if-freelancing-isnt-for-me/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162615/PC-Workshop-Icon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220520T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220520T131500 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20220510T123025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221202T113939Z UID:10000306-1653049800-1653052500@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Ask the Copywriter: Katherine Wildman DESCRIPTION:We’re looking forward to a lunchtime chat with renowned copywriter Katherine Wildman. \nWhen we asked Katherine what we might chat about\, she told us: “Talking about how the more you focus\, the more you realise that everything’s connected… the joy of going back to school\, and helping brands communicate in this whatever normal looks like now world… in a hybrid\, hot-desking\, oh look – people – kind of way.” \nWe’re looking forward to hearing from Katherine . Will you join us? URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/ask-the-copywriter-katherine-wildman/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162613/PC-Ask-Icon-01.png ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220224T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220224T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20211130T141758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211130T141758Z UID:10000298-1645704000-1645707600@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Ditch Imposter Syndrome with this 6 Point Checklist DESCRIPTION:Sarah Townsend – author of Survival Skills for Freelancers – discusses how you can banish self-doubt and become your biggest cheerleader. \nYou’ll have plenty of chances to ask questions in this interactive Zoom session (or you can lurk quietly – we do that too sometimes). URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/ditch-imposter-syndrome-with-this-6-point-checklist/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162609/PC-Workshop-Icon-square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220127T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220127T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20211130T140929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211130T140929Z UID:10000297-1643284800-1643288400@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:How to Market Your Freelance Business DESCRIPTION:Sarah Townsend – author of Survival Skills for Freelancers – presents smart skills to help you show up online and become irresistible to new clients. Includes plenty of chances to ask questions and explore any challenges you’re facing with freelancing. URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/how-to-market-your-freelance-business/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162615/PC-Workshop-Icon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220105T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220105T170000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20211213T112220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211213T112220Z UID:10000299-1641376800-1641402000@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Business planning for freelance copywriters DESCRIPTION:Let’s get off the freelance rollercoaster! \nIf you’re struggling with insecurity about your freelance income and are worried about the future\, take a step back from client work for a moment\, and let’s make a proper plan that sets you on a path to success. \nBy working *on* your business\, rather than *in* your business\, you can turn vague ideas into concrete plans and set the wheels in motion to build a long-lasting business you can rely on. \nMy business planning workshop has been specifically designed to help you achieve more consistent earnings\, freeing you from the stress and anxiety of income ups and downs and setting you on course to achieving your goals – whether that’s van life\, securing a mortgage\, or simply achieving the security of knowing bills will be met every month (and you can afford a holiday!). \nThe 6 bitesize modules will set your business up to be successful for the next 12 months *and* give you skills for life: \n– Learn how to stand out in your sector.\n– Explore new ideas and their earning potential.\n– Map out exactly where you are going and how to get there.\n– Discover how to plan your money and business to ensure a secure income.\n– Free up time in your business and in your life\, though greater efficiency and organisation.\n– Have a professional\, in-depth plan you can use to apply for grants or finance.\n– Have all the tools you need to run a successful freelance business in future. \nAnd you get all of the above – in just 2 days! \nWhat others have said about my business planning workshop: \n“Yesterday was the last day of @cleanslatecopy’s business plan writing workshop and I can’t recommend it enough! I *thought* I had a plan for my business\, but what I actually had was vague ideas… after the workshop I have a proper\, specific plan for my business as it matures…\nI have the skills to manage cash flow/ finances/ profit first. I’m going to apply for a business grant. I have a marketing plan tied to my business offerings / goals. So valuable. The price felt like quite a big investment for this newbie\, but it was definitely worth it!” Bonnie Harrington\, Copywriter. \n“Catherine’s business planning workshop has opened my eyes to how much work goes into running a freelance copywriting business. There was a lot of information that I hadn’t considered before\, and I’m not sure I would have without this course. And Catherine is a friendly and motivating teacher. Hugely recommended for anyone considering running their own freelance business.” Greg Henley\, Copywriter \nFind out what’s involved and book your tickets by following the link below. Early Bird sales run until 17th December. \nNot ready for this course but want to start making changes and improvements to your business? \nI’ve got just the thing. Sign up to my free 6-email mini course here. Because working out your business future sometimes starts with baby steps. \n“I loved Catherine’s mini email series because it broke down essential business tools and aspects into bite-sized pieces… It’s given me a little push to look at creating a proper business plan and I’m going to sign up to the 2-day workshop to scale my business!”\nMeghan\, Freelance Copywriter \n  \nThe course runs from 10am-5pm on Wednesday 5th January and Thursday 13th January 2022. \nFor full details and booking\, follow the Eventbrite link. \n  \nAbout Catherine Jones \nHey\, I’m Catherine Jones. I’m a freelance copywriter\, trainer and ProCopywriters member. Before copywriting found me\, I was taming the toughest teenagers in the land as a qualified teacher and manager of a unit for emotionally vulnerable Secondary-age students. \nI’m not teaching in schools anymore\, but my passion for helping people grow and achieve remains. I’ll be on hand to guide you through every step of the planning process\, channelling all my skills and expertise into helping you forge the business and lifestyle you need. \nLet’s get cracking! URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/business-planning-for-freelance-copywriters/2022-01-05/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162610/Catherine-44.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Jones":MAILTO:catherine@cleanslatecopywriting.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211020T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211020T210000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20211015T094353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211015T094353Z UID:10000296-1634760000-1634763600@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Freelancing Fabulously DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation about freelancing. Bring your questions\, answers\, ideas and interests as we discuss finding work\, keeping clients\, staying sane and building your brand. \nWe’re delighted to be joined by Sarah Townsend\, Bizzy Coy and Ed Goodman for this interactive Q&A session. URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/freelancing-fabulously/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162614/CopyCon-graphic.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210729T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210729T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20210709T141516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210709T141516Z UID:10000213-1627560000-1627563600@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Pitching and Pricing Like a Pro DESCRIPTION:Are you tying yourself to an hourly or per-word rate? Are you scared of raising your prices? Copywriter Catherine Jones walks us through some value-based methods for getting paid what you deserve. Learn: \n-How time or quantity-based jobs are devaluing your service \n-How to add value to your pitches \n-How focusing on value can convert prospects before they’ve even seen the price \nThis session is free to attend\, although only ProCopywriters members get access to the recording. \nCatherine Jones on Twitter \n  URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/pitching-and-pricing-like-a-pro/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162615/PC-Workshop-Icon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210727T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210727T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20210709T143406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210709T143406Z UID:10000294-1627387200-1627390800@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Ask the Copywriter: Diane Wiredu DESCRIPTION:Join us for a chat with copywriter Diane Wiredu. \nIf you’ve got questions about copywriting\, managing clients or freelancing\, pop along to this free 1-hour open discussion. \nYou can ask questions\, join in the discussion\, or just sit back and listen. \nDiane Wiredu on Twitter URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/ask-the-copywriter-diane-wiredu/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162613/PC-Ask-Icon-01.png ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210713T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210713T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20210705T142419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210705T142419Z UID:10000212-1626177600-1626181200@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Ask the Copywriter: André Spiteri DESCRIPTION:Next up: a chance to hear from freelance copywriter André Spiteri. \nAndré is an award-winning fintech copywriter. His clients include early stage startups and household names like Amazon\, Microsoft\, and HSBC. \nMaverick Words (this is a link) \nThese sessions are designed to give you a window into a copywriter’s world. I’ll prepare a few questions\, but we’d also love to hear what you want to know. It’s a friendly chat among copywriters at all levels of skill and experience. It’s a chance to learn from each other\, and it’s completely free for everyone. \n  \n  URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/ask-the-copywriter-andre-spiteri/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162613/PC-Ask-Icon-01.png ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210623T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210623T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20210526T101228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210526T101228Z UID:10000211-1624449600-1624453200@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Before Copywriting - with Andrew Boulton DESCRIPTION:B.C. – before copywriting \n(Why the real creative work happens before you pick up a pencil)  \nToo often\, when the brief is delivered it’s a like a pistol has gone off – and everyone scrambles back to their desk as quickly as they can to start writing\, or typing\, or somehow hurling words at the page. But what if the best way to write great copy was to start by writing absolutely nothing at all? In this session\, Andrew Boulton – author of ‘Copywriting Is: 30-or-so thoughts on thinking like a copywriter’ – will show us how putting a little imaginative distance between the problem and the solution can help us produce better and more surprising work (and have a better time doing it). \nFree for all to attend. Only ProCopywriters members get access to the recording of this session. \nAbout Andrew Boulton \nAndrew Boulton has been a copywriter for 12 (ish) years. He’s worked on some big brands and plenty of tiny ones too. He teaches copywriting on the Creative Advertising degree course at the University of Lincoln and is the author of bestselling copywriting book ‘Copywriting Is: 30-or-so thoughts on thinking like a copywriter’. His beard is unconvincing.  URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/andrew-boulton-on-copywriting/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162615/PC-Workshop-Icon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210609T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210609T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20210518T094558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T094558Z UID:10000210-1623240000-1623243600@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Ask the Copywriter: Francesca Catanuso DESCRIPTION:This new series is a chance for you to ask questions of your copywriting peers. \nThe star of this session is Francesca Catanuso\, the 2-time Copywriting Conference veteran who is a Senior UX Copywriter at Booking.com – currently preparing for a move to Spotify. \nYou can follow Francesca on Twitter \nPop along to ask questions about: \n\nCareer paths\nWriting practices\nManaging stakeholders\nUX writing\n\nThis session is free for all. Only ProCopywriters members can access the recordings after the event. URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/ask-the-copywriter-francesca-catanuso/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162613/PC-Ask-Icon-01.png ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210507T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210507T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20210122T132101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T132101Z UID:10000208-1620388800-1620392400@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Facebook for Business (How to Get Leads and Sales) DESCRIPTION:Francesca Irving (Lunax Digital) presents this 1-hour interactive introduction to using Facebook to deliver leads and sales for your business. \nFree to attend – though only ProCopywriters members will have access to the recording. \n  URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/facebook-for-business-how-to-get-leads-and-sales/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162615/PC-Workshop-Icon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210423T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210423T130000 DTSTAMP:20240426T132315 CREATED:20210122T123802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T123802Z UID:10000207-1619179200-1619182800@www.procopywriters.co.uk SUMMARY:Twitter for Business (How to Get Leads and Sales) DESCRIPTION:Francesca Irving presents this introduction to using Twitter to generate leads and sales. \nThis 1-hour interactive workshop includes opportunities to ask questions. \nFree to attend – though only ProCopywriters members will have access to the recording. URL:https://www.procopywriters.co.uk/event/twitter-for-business-how-to-get-leads-and-sales/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://procopywriters-media-offload.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16162615/PC-Workshop-Icon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ProCopywriters":MAILTO:events@procopywriters.co.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR