Tim Ikels - Creator, Publisher, Marketer

Escape the Grind... How Copywriters Can Earn More and Take Control

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See those freelance copywriters flexing on Instagram? Trips to Bali, boasting about six-figure months? It’s a mirage. Yeah, the freedom’s nice, but most are drowning in unreliable clients, the endless hustle, and cutthroat competition.

Forget that.

Here’s the hard truth: to build something real, something that’s yours, you gotta stop selling your words and start selling your own stuff.

Own Your Audience, Own Your Destiny

Why build your own products? Because then no middleman dictates your schedule or your income.

You have a direct line to people who care about what you know. That’s power!

Plus, it makes you a hell of a lot better at copywriting, if that’s still your jam.

(We’re talking info products like ebooks, courses, templates, memberships - anything with value, not just more words for hire.)

“But I’m not good enough! It’ll take forever!”

Excuses won’t build a business.

People crave knowledge and pay good money for solutions.

You’ve got something to teach, even if it feels small.

Package that knowledge in a simple, helpful way, and launch that thing in a weekend. Boom, you’re an entrepreneur!

But… Here’s the best part:

You finally call the shots. How you work, when you work, what you earn - that’s your decision.

You’re in control.

Your work, your hours, your income potential.

100% control.

Plenty of people build their first product in a weekend.

Freelance copywriting is fine if you love always writing about something new.

But if you want more control and stability, build your own thing to sell. It’s the smarter path.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: “I’m scared. What if I fail?”

A: Everybody’s scared of something. But here’s the deal: the regret of NOT trying will haunt you more than any temporary setback. Plus, launching simple products first lets you test the waters with minimal risk. You’ve got this!

Q: “I have no idea what to create!”

A: Think about the problems you’ve solved for clients. What do people ask you often, or what do you find yourself explaining a lot? Your solutions to those common pain points could be your first product.

Q: But can I REALLY make money doing this?"

A: Absolutely! Information products and the communities around them are huge business now. People crave knowledge. And heck, you’ve already got the most important part figured out - the writing & sales copy thing!

The Bottom Line

Freelance copywriting can be a good gig, especially if you never want to see the same topic twice.

But if you crave ownership, real impact, and financial stability? It’s time to take a leap.

Ditch the Freelance Grind. Own Your Future.

Want to build a business that works on YOUR terms? Get my free guide to launching your first product in a weekend, and more helpful resources below.

I built my own business; I know this path works.

Stay awesome,
Tim

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