Feedback after the Copywriting for Journalists course I run regularly for Journalism.co.uk "A very insightful course that's given me plenty of food for thought and a much-needed confidence boost."Cassie Powney
“Genuinely brilliant ideas”
"When it comes to tips, tricks and genuinely brilliant ideas for engaging your audience, you need go no further than Jackie Barrie.As RP for the London Region of the Professional Speaking Association this year, I needed a speaker to fill a session, the length of which wasn't going to be known until a few days … Continue reading “Genuinely brilliant ideas”
Group mentoring
"I’ve been a freelance copywriter for 17 years and I did Jackie’s CFC because it’s important to keep learning. And I did learn. Not just insights on improving my copywriting, but also getting more of the right clients, and how to do it all more efficiently with less stress. The return I’ve reaped from a … Continue reading Group mentoring
Shared knowledge and expertise generously
"30 different activities you can do online, to keep your audience engaged! 30! That's how many Jackie shared with us in a talk I recently heard her give. She shared her knowledge and expertise so generously, showing us how to use many of the activities. We were all extremely engaged! I might not get to … Continue reading Shared knowledge and expertise generously
Win-win
Jackie presented at a recent event about how to make online training/meetings/events more interesting. She shared 30 fantastic ideas, many of which I will be putting into practice in the next couple of weeks! She was a great presenter with very useful and interesting content - which is obviously a win-win :)"Julia Wood on LinkedIn
“Very useful workshop”
About Copywriting for Recruiters (with me and Mitch Sullivan):"This is a very useful workshop for any recruiter looking to build on their copywriting skills. Jackie and Mitch are great at what they do, fully explain everything and bring some really great knowledge with them. I will definitely benefit from the workshop and will start working … Continue reading “Very useful workshop”
Collaborative copywriting
“Having worked with Jackie over several years I can definately recommend her services. She will take the time to understand your position and proposition, then deliver great copy. She works collaboratively on an ongoing basis as well, highly recommended.” Jon Docksey
Copywriter mentoring
“Jackie’s copywriting mentoring programme is just the right mix of learning and support. Using her extensive career in copywriting, she challenges, encourages and develops us in her own unique teaching style. Full of wisdom and generous with her knowledge and advice, Jackie’s mentoring has been the date in my diary not to be missed.” … Continue reading Copywriter mentoring
Video course
About the video version of my Copywriting for Journalists course for Journalism.co.uk: — "I thought it was terrific - very clear and practical and delivered with such enthusiasm.” Darren Slade — "I’m thoroughly enjoying your course. I love working with words, and your course ticks all my boxes. I can do it at my own … Continue reading Video course
Increased traffic
"I have worked with Jackie for many years and she has produced top-class copy for our websites which has helped us massively increase our traffic."Paul Doran Law