<p>You’ve read the books, watched the YouTube videos, and maybe even taken a few courses, but that one question still nags you: <strong>how do you actually get your first client?</strong></p><p><br>In this solo episode, Mike breaks down <strong>four proven, battle-tested ways</strong> to land your first paying copywriting gig, the same methods that have helped generate over <strong>$200M in client revenue</strong> and launch the careers of <strong>600+ new copywriters.</strong></p><p><br>From personalised cold outreach to crafting a value-driven portfolio, joining agencies, and building your personal brand, this episode gives you a realistic, actionable roadmap to go from <strong>“no clients”</strong> to <strong>“in demand.”</strong></p><p><br><strong>What You’ll Learn:</strong><br>* Why most “guru” tactics about getting clients fall flat<br>* The right way to do cold outreach (and stand out in crowded inboxes)<br>* How to create a prospecting portfolio that gets noticed even with no clients yet<br>* When working for free actually makes sense (and how to make it work for you)<br>* The hidden advantages of starting in an agency environment<br>* Why building a personal brand works long-term but not overnight<br>* The mindset shifts that help you secure your first client and turn it into many more</p><p><br><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong><br>* Don’t chase hacks, build trust one meaningful interaction at a time.<br>* Ten thoughtful outreaches beat a thousand mass emails.<br>* Your first client isn’t about money, it’s about momentum and proof.<br>* Over-deliver early, it’s your best marketing strategy.</p><p><br><strong>Resources &amp; Links</strong><br>Watch the free ABP Masterclass: [<a href="https://www.thefreedomkickstarter.com/abp-masterclass" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.thefreedomkickstarter.com/abp-masterclass</a>]<br>Join the ABP Waitlist: [<a href="https://www.thefreedomkickstarter.com/abp-waitlist" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.thefreedomkickstarter.com/abp-waitlist</a>]<br></p>