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I Burned Out on Freelancing—Here’s How to Recover

I Burned Out on Freelancing—Here’s How to Recover

Once upon a time, there was a freelancer who thought he’d never burnout. He was young, he was in love with his job, he was...

9 Best Accounting Software for Freelancers in 2024

9 Best Accounting Software for Freelancers in 2024

Getting your money organized using accounting software can take your freelance business from a hobby or side-hustle to a full-fledged business. After all, if you’re...

33 Freelance Ideas You Can Start Today (From Home, For Free)

33 Freelance Ideas You Can Start Today (From Home, For Free)

This past year the world has had to embrace a new normal. Which means millions of people have been left to explore freelance ideas as...

9 Things Rich Freelancers Don’t Spend Money On … Do You?

9 Things Rich Freelancers Don’t Spend Money On … Do You?

There’s a big difference between a thriving freelancer and one who’s barely getting by. The reality is: you CAN get rich as a freelancer. Even...

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[Q&A] Hourly Pay for Subcontractors?

As freelancers scale into agency owners and hire subcontractors, business model changes often become necessary. Our recent episode tackled a common scaling question from listener...

How to Write a Discount Offer Email + 3 Copy/Paste Templates

How to Write a Discount Offer Email + 3 Copy/Paste Templates

Giving discounts to clients or customers via email can be a great marketing strategy to spark a little energy into your business and drive sales...

Trademark vs LLC: Which Do You Need and Why?

Trademark vs LLC: Which Do You Need and Why?

If you’re starting a new business or have even been in business for a while, you maybe have wondered about a trademark vs LLC and...

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Do You Have to ‘Hustle’ to Be Successful?

Have you ever found it hard to find the right balance between growing your business and not burning out? Chasing bigger clients and more revenue...

I “Quiet Quit” My Freelancing. Here’s What Happened.

I “Quiet Quit” My Freelancing. Here’s What Happened.

At 25 years old, I became a six-figure translator. I had been working on my freelance business since I was 19, and now I felt...

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Hire First? or Get Clients First?

Expanding beyond solopreneur capacity often requires hiring help. But should you wait until you land bigger clients, or bring on support early to free up...

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[Q&A] Is GoHighLevel Worth the Hype?

In this frank podcast episode, we get real about our experience trying out High Level. As freelancers and agency owners ourselves, we’ve tested a ton...

How to Avoid Scope Creep as a Freelancer

How to Avoid Scope Creep as a Freelancer

If you’ve been freelancing for more than a day or two you have probably experienced scope creep. It looks something like this: [Phone rings; it’s...

Collective.com Review: I’ve Used for 3 Years—Still Good?

Collective.com Review: I’ve Used for 3 Years—Still Good?

Collective is an all-in-one financial solution for freelancers and solopreneurs making $100,000+ per year. This Collective.com review will share my experience (the good and the...

The 9 Best CRM for Consultants in 2023

The 9 Best CRM for Consultants in 2023

When you work as a consultant, a CRM is one of the most critical tools you can have in your arsenal. That’s because a CRM...

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[Q&A] Upcharge a Client for Subcontracting?

When freelancers expand their services, we often bring on subcontractors to handle work outside our wheelhouse. In fact, we recommend this to call-in guests all...

8 Freelance Money Terms You Must Understand to Get Rich

8 Freelance Money Terms You Must Understand to Get Rich

When it comes to business, let’s face it: most of us freelancers are kindof making it up as we go. If we went to college...

GoHighLevel was a Nightmare: My Honest Review 2023

GoHighLevel was a Nightmare: My Honest Review 2023

As an agency owner for over a decade, I rely on software and automation to streamline operations and deliver results. So when GoHighLevel emerged on...

How to Make Money on Facebook as a Freelancer  (2023)

How to Make Money on Facebook as a Freelancer (2023)

For freelancers looking to boost their income or create new revenue streams, Facebook is a potential gold mine. This stalwart of the social media scene...

Can You Quit a Contract Job? Here’s What to Know

Can You Quit a Contract Job? Here’s What to Know

Can you quit a contract job if you suddenly realize it’s not a good fit? You might find yourself asking what options you have if...

6 Ways Freelancers Can Expand Their Reach Online

6 Ways Freelancers Can Expand Their Reach Online

Expanding your reach and establishing a local presence is critical for freelancers looking to consistently get new clients and grow their business. While word-of-mouth referrals...

I’m Failing as a Freelancer … Should I Give Up?

I’m Failing as a Freelancer … Should I Give Up?

When you start freelancing, everything feels so exciting. You’re finally working for yourself! You say goodbye to having a boss, attending boring meetings, and commuting...

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[Q&A] Freelance Marketing Plan Help?

As freelancers, nailing down your marketing is crucial for attracting clients and growing your business. But where do you start? And how detailed does your...

The Importance of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) in Running a Business

The Importance of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) in Running a Business

Running a business is about a lot more than profit margins and market dominance. Client communication skills, social media savvy, and staying up to date...

The hidden deadly cost of saying “yes” to a new client

The hidden deadly cost of saying “yes” to a new client

In order to really grow your freelance business, you should take on FEWER clients. It seems counter-intuitive at first. Fewer clients = more revenue and...