If you're someone who prefers the structure of a 9-to-5 job or thrives in an office environment, you're probably not going to embrace the kind of “do-what-you-like” lifestyle that comes with copy writing.
But if you've ever fantasized about what it would be like to live “the writer's life” … to escape the daily rat race, face new and exciting challenges every day, and have the freedom to wake up anywhere in the world and make your own decision on whether or not you want to work today.
If you've ever dreamed of being able to live and earn a great income no matter where you decide to move to overseas –– maybe in a house by the sea in Latin America, an historic European city, or even on a Greek island for a summer …
Then copy writing could be ideal for you.
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Copy writing is a mega-industry, ripe with opportunity. And yearning for people who can fuel it with fresh marketing messages
And one of the best benefits of the freelance copywriter’s lifestyle is that you can get paid in U.S. dollars… yet live virtually anywhere in the world.
And that includes all those countries with a super-low cost-of-living.
See the articles below for more information on copy writing.
Copy Writing
The World’s Best-Paying Gig?Posted on June 17, 2013 by John Forde
In case you don’t know—and some don’t—copywriting means writing ad copy. The headlines. The print ads you see. Billboards. TV ads. And sales letters.
Part-Time Effort, Full-Time IncomePosted on June 14, 2013 by Rebecca Matter
A career as a freelance copywriter is a pretty cushy “job.” You can work at home or from wherever in the world that you want that to be.
I Escaped to Paris, Thanks to This Earn-Anywhere IncomePosted on June 12, 2013 by Barbara Diggs
Last week, I had one of those moments when I realized how fortunate I am to have the life and career that I do. I am a freelance copywriter living Paris, which means that not only do I live in one the most beautiful cities in the world, I have the flexibility to actually enjoy it and my life here.
“The Best Career Move I’ve Ever Made”Posted on March 7, 2013 by Guillermo Rubio
Five years ago I was serving up lattes at a Starbucks in South Florida. I also worked full-time at a hotel. Any time left over was spent teaching ballroom dance lessons whenever the opportunity came up. Three jobs just to stay afloat. Something had to change.
There’s No Such Thing as a Dream Job? Try This…Posted on March 7, 2013 by Starr Daubenmire
Most people have to work for a living. And only a fortunate few get out of bed each day excited to go to the office. It’s sad how many Americans are unhappy with their job. In fact, I used to be one of them. Then everything changed in one day. Thanks to America’s Great Recession, I was called into HR and terminated. Immediately. “Stop what you’re doing and pack your things,” I was told.
A Month Living and Working in Quito, EcuadorPosted on December 12, 2012 by Jason Holland
Imagine being able live wherever you want…or taking off on months-long vacations whenever the mood hits you. You sure can’t do that with a regular 9-to-5 job. But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible. Copywriting allows you to live exactly this type of lifestyle…because your workplace becomes anywhere with an Internet connection. Plus, you get to answer to the best boss of all—yourself.
Earning a Living in Jamaica and St. LuciaPosted on December 9, 2012 by Katie Yeakle
Shern Darcheville has a pretty nice deal. He splits his time between his Caribbean homes in tropical Jamaica and St. Lucia. But Shern isn’t some independently wealthy millionaire. He has a job just like the rest of us. It’s just that in Shern’s line of work, you’re not tied down to any one place. He can clock in from wherever he likes.
A House Full Of Globetrotting FreelancersPosted on September 13, 2012 by Jason Gaspero
Last year, I made the decision to move from Thailand to the fast-growing beach town of Sihanoukville, Cambodia. I knew moving to Sihanoukville wouldn’t be a problem for me or my career. That’s because I’m a freelance copywriter…and when you’re a freelance copywriter, it makes no difference where you live or work.
How to Pay for the Life You’ve Been Dreaming About…Posted on September 9, 2012 by Jason Holland
It’s a big myth that people who write for a living are starving artists. Most of the writers I know make a very good living. They also enjoy lifestyles that most people only dream of. I’m talking about a very specific type of writing, one that serves a multi-billion dollar industry that has grown exponentially since the introduction of the Internet.
The World’s Best Office…Posted on July 23, 2012 by Jason Gaspero
What’s the best job in the world for income-minded world travelers? In my opinion, there’s no doubt…it’s freelance copywriting. Copywriters can work from almost anywhere in the world. If you’ve got a laptop and an Internet connection you’re good to go. What’s more, you set your own hours.
“Copywriting More Than Covers my Cost of Living in Ecuador”Posted on July 19, 2012 by Jennifer Adams
My friend Michael was in shock. It was understandable since he’d never seen me “work” in the traditional sense of the word. With all the time I spend eating out, going to concerts and exploring the downtown shops of Cuenca, Ecuador, he thought I was a member of the idle rich.
Living and Working in Burgundy, FrancePosted on July 19, 2012 by Barbara Diggs
I’m just outside of a tiny picturesque village in Burgundy, France. It’s only two hours away from the clamor of Paris, but it feels much farther. Here, I am surrounded by gentle curvy hills blanketed by golden blossoms and emerald-green grass. Behind me, the village, a cluster of stone houses and a 16th-century church, waits quietly. Before me, a thicket of pine trees lines the horizon.
Dream Job, Big PaycheckPosted on July 17, 2012 by Jason Gaspero
For as long as I can remember, I wanted to run with the bulls in Pamplona, Spain. I dreamed of feeling that epic adrenaline rush as I ran for my life, hoping to make it all the way down the 825-meter course and into the bullring without wiping out on the dew-slicked cobblestone streets and getting trampled, crushed, or gored. Or even worse…
Rent in Cambodia: Live in a Mansion for $100 a MonthPosted on April 26, 2012 by Jason Gaspero
the best thing about being a copywriter is that it allows me to enjoy the type of lifestyle that I’ve always wanted. Right now, I’m living and working in Southeast Asia—in a sunny, laid-back little beach resort town called Sihanoukville in Cambodia.
Launch Your Million-Dollar Career TodayPosted on April 26, 2012 by Katie Yeakle
When most people think of “writing careers,” they think they have two choices: You can become an author and write books—fiction, non-fiction, biographies, and so on.
How I Found The Perfect Job OverseasPosted on April 24, 2012 by Jason Gaspero
Ever since my first extended trip overseas back when I was a student, I dreamed of landing the “perfect” overseas job. I craved new experiences in faraway lands. And I was willing to do whatever it took to make that happen. At first, it didn’t matter what the job was. As long as it gave me a chance to support myself while living in a world-class overseas destination, I was in.
The Perfect Job on the BeachPosted on January 26, 2012 by Jason Gaspero
You’ll often hear the phrase “Same Same… But Different” in places like Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. And that phrase sums up the freelance copywriter’s lifestyle in Southeast Asia almost perfectly. Here’s why.
An Easy Way to Live and Work in ParisPosted on January 25, 2012 by Barbara Diggs
I work in Paris, France with plenty of free time to explore this phenomenal city with my children, because of my career. As a copywriter, I work a few hours a day, three or four days per week, and I can think of no better place to live.
Ditch Your Cubicle and Work Overseas (All Expenses Paid)Posted on January 24, 2012 by Darius Fisher
Four years ago, I worked in a cubicle in a basement office in San Francisco’s financial district. The pay was decent. I worked in sales for a litigation support company. But putting on business-casual garb, schmoozing with paralegals and hitting the phones…sucked. So I did something about it. I sold my belongings. And I gallivanted around South America for 14 months.
“My Life Is My Own in Mexico”Posted on November 24, 2011 by Kandy Stahl
This isn’t five days a week; it’s closer to seven with 12- to 14-hour days. The stress has mounted, your health has suffered, and forget a personal life. You think constantly of retirement, but it is five years in the future. Sound familiar? Fifteen months ago, that was my life…and it was certainly not my own.
The Freedom of a Work-from-Anywhere CareerPosted on November 23, 2011 by Jason Gaspero
Even though I’ve been a freelance copywriter for over six years now, have lived and worked in over a dozen countries, and use words to make a full-time living, I fear I won’t be able to put into words what I recently saw with my own two eyes. I’ll fully admit it. Right now. That’s because, quite frankly, I’ve never, ever seen or experienced anything like I just did last month.
How I Fund My Life in ArgentinaPosted on November 22, 2011 by Greg Patrick
It was several hours into our 15-hour train ride on the “train of the clouds” when our fellow passengers started dropping like flies. First an elderly man…then a young woman…and then more. There was at least one medic per train car…but at the rate people were dropping, it didn’t look like they had enough oxygen masks to go around.
IL Radio Episode 29: Jobs You Can Do From Anywhere in the WorldPosted on September 28, 2011 by Dan Prescher
Jason Gaspero got the travel bug early…and before he was in his 30s, he’d been more places on the globe than most people ever dream of going. And luckily for Jason, he found a job that gave him the freedom to travel wherever he wanted.
Can You Make Money With This Type of Writing?Posted on September 22, 2011 by John Forde
My family and I now live (for at least a big part of the year) in Paris. I’m still a copywriter—but now work freelance. My “commute” is a walk from bed to the kitchen for a cup of coffee, a teeth-brushing pit-stop, then to my laptop in my favorite chair in the living room.
The Truth About Living OverseasPosted on September 20, 2011 by Greg Patrick
I had always dreamed of moving overseas. About five years ago, while in my mid-20s, I got the guts and actually did. Now my little piece of “paradise” is smack-dab in the heart of the 17th largest city in the world: Buenos Aires, Argentina.
A Globetrotting Copywriter’s Beach Budget ParadisePosted on August 18, 2011 by Jason Gaspero
One of the best benefits of the freelance copywriter’s lifestyle is that you can get paid in U.S. dollars… yet live virtually anywhere in the world. And that includes all those countries with a super-low cost-of-living. I’ve had the good fortune to live and work in many countries like this. Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia are a few that come to mind.
Why I Quit a Dream Job and Moved to Buenos AiresPosted on August 17, 2011 by Greg Patrick
About five years ago I walked out on a dream job. I had been working for Dell and traveling to far-away places like the Philippines and Argentina. I’d often travel for months at a time… staying in luxurious hotels, dining at fine restaurants, and pretty much living like a rock star.
Making Money on a Secret Beach in ThailandPosted on July 28, 2011 by Jason Gaspero
Can you really make a living as a freelance copywriter from anywhere in the world? Well… consider this. I live on a small island in Thailand. It’s called Koh Phangan. And even on a tiny tropical island in Thailand like here, you can get solid, reliable, fast-enough Internet access.
The World’s Best Business?Posted on July 26, 2011 by John Forde
You’ve heard about the oldest profession. And I’m guessing you know the toughest, too (parenting). What’s the most dangerous? Fishing, believe it or not. Along with logging and flying airplanes.
