Enter Contests

http://www.copyblogger.com/copywriting-contest-10000-in-prizes-for-irresistible-offers/

Entering contests like the one above is a way to get your work out there as well as experience being up against people competing for the same spot. Contests are the same sort of environment as trying to win a copywriting contract, so entering them will help get you prepared for contract wars. The set of rules are outlined on the above page and apart from the experience factor, contests like this often offer great prize pools, so you get payed around $10k plus if you win. Not too shabby.

Contests = Experience + Potential Cash. What have you got to lose?

Always Uncover New Ways to be Innovative

http://www.webdesignerdepot.com/2009/04/breaking-the-design-cycle-get-creative-to-be-creative/

Michael Shelton at the Webdesigner Depot has put together a neat article on getting inspired for creative works. As writing copy is a creative process, this website has the ability to help anyone who is stuck in a rut in terms of coming up with the ‘Next Big Thing’. Areas covered in the article include direct vs indirect sources of inspiration and creative exercises. One of the most interesting features of the article is the section called ‘Browse the Local Hardware Store’. Here Michael suggests discovering the interesting objects, machines and names of paint colours in the local Hardware store to get inspired. Anyone up for a spot of Berry Mousse?

Get Creative at the Depot

Remember to Make Your Copy Convincing

http://www.writerideas.com/?p=6

This link is to an article called ‘Get Creative With Your Writer Ideas’, and consists of 6 simple tips to help the reader get creative in copywriting. The article talks about how creativity that lacks conviction will take you nowhere, and that this is why it is important to hone and sharpen the mind to all creative instincts. An interesting tip mentioned is to be a critic of your own writing. The article explains that becoming your own critic to even the most minor mistakes will help your writing greatly.

Get Critical to Get Creative