Freelance to Founder

You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.

To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.

In today's SHORT, Rachel Stoneking, from our free Facebook Mastermind Group asked how she could get a passion for her business back. She shares her personal feeling of anxiety and disappointment after losing clients with COVID-19 and getting burned out with everything around it. "How do you overcome these negative feelings and connect back with the passion for your business?"

We'll learn a lot from this difficult BUT important question.

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Mentioned in this episode:

• Traction by Gino Wickman
• The Happiness of Pursuit by Chris Guillebeau

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On today’s show: is scaling your business really worth it? 

It’s a question that makes you think. I mean, if you’re making pretty good money working as a solopreneur, what are the advantages to growing your business?

And do those advantages outweigh the headache and stress of hiring, training, and paying people on your team?

It’s a question we’ve never tackled before, but our guest Sarah poses toward the end of the episode.

Also on this call:

• How to narrow down your many business interests
• How to build a business that’s flexible enough for you to take months off at a time
• How to delegate when you’re a control freak, and lots more

This was genuinely one of my favorite episodes of all time. Stay tuned and enjoy!

PS: Get featured in an upcoming FTF SHORT! Just visit http://freelancetofounder.com/ask and submit a question. 

Support our sponsors so we can keep airing new episodes:

• The Economist - Develop an informed understanding about topics that matter to you. Expert analysis. Global perspective.
• Hectic - Everything you need to start, manage, and grow your freelance business — in one place.
• Tailor Brands - Launch your business in just a few clicks  
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• Thrive - Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Zapier - The automation platform that connects your work apps and does repetitive tasks for you.
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

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You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.

To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.

In today's SHORT, Preston asks Clay for advice in regards to a new business opportunity, that while enticing, would require Preston and his wife to make a leap into an unknown industry.

Join us to learn more about the deal that Preston is considering and also how you can approach big leaps in your own business.

Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.com

Support our Episode Sponsors:

• The Economist - Develop an informed understanding about topics that matter to you. Expert analysis. Global perspective.
• Hectic - Everything you need to start, manage, and grow your freelance business — in one place.
• Tailor Brands - Launch your business in just a few clicks  
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• Thrive - Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Zapier - The automation platform that connects your work apps and does repetitive tasks for you.
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

Freelance to Founder is made in partnership between Millo, Dripify, and The Podglomerate.

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On today’s show: How can you confidently delegate to your team, knowing things will actually get done the right way?

It’s a tough question. That’s because, as a solopreneur it can be easy to want to do everything yourself.

But soon you’ll find that mentality burns you out and holds back your business.

Instead, listen to our conversation with Peter, where we share our best advice for setting up systems and processes to make delegating a breeze.

PS: Get featured in an upcoming FTF SHORT! Just visit http://freelancetofounder.com/ask and submit a question. 

Support our sponsors so we can keep airing new episodes:

• The Economist - Develop an informed understanding about topics that matter to you. Expert analysis. Global perspective.
• Hectic - Everything you need to start, manage, and grow your freelance business — in one place.
• Tailor Brands - Launch your business in just a few clicks  
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• Thrive - Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Zapier - The automation platform that connects your work apps and does repetitive tasks for you.
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

Get your own on-air coaching call

We'd love to feature your business and offer some free on-air advice for growing your business. To see if you're a good fit, click here.

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You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.

To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.

In today's SHORT, we'll answer a question that comes from our YouTube channel.

Lupin says, "We understand the riches are in the niches however, many of us have multiple skills and feel it is wasted when it comes to niching down.

How can I capitalize from all my skills and experience?"

Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.com

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• Wix - Create a website you are proud of.
• Hectic - Everything you need to start, manage, and grow your freelance business — in one place.
• Tailor Brands - Launch your business in just a few clicks - Use F2F for 40% off Tailor Brands!
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Thrive - Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• ButcherBox - Get your meat delivered, for free, right to your door.
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

Freelance to Founder is made in partnership between Millo, Dripify, and The Podglomerate.

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Have you ever thought: “if I can just get the attention of more people, I could close more clients and grow my business”

That’s where we find today’s guest, Jay. He’s a web developer and SEO expert in Kentucky USA. And Jay’s only been freelancing for a few months. He’s off to a great start having already closed a half-dozen monthly recurring clients.

Jay’s biggest question is how to get more volume. Or more awareness. So, of course, as marketing geeks Clay and I jump in with some of our best advice. 

And we wrap up the episode with advice that, frankly, I’m still not sure was good.

You’ll want to listen all the way to the end for that one.

PS: Get featured in an upcoming FTF SHORT! Just visit http://freelancetofounder.com/ask and submit a question. 

Support our sponsors so we can keep airing new episodes:

• Wix - Create a website you are proud of.
• Hectic - Everything you need to start, manage, and grow your freelance business — in one place.
• Tailor Brands - Launch your business in just a few clicks - Use F2F for 40% off Tailor Brands!
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Thrive - Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• ButcherBox - Get your meat delivered, for free, right to your door.
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

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You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.

To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.

In today's SHORT, we'll answer a question that comes from our Facebook group.

Haley says, "I'm looking for advice on selling my files to a client that I've decided to stop working with.

How would you go about pricing this for the client?"

Click play NOW to discover the answer.

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• Wix - Create a website you are proud of.
• Hectic - Everything you need to start, manage, and grow your freelance business — in one place.
• Tailor Brands - Launch your business in just a few clicks - Use F2F for 40% off Tailor Brands!
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Thrive - Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• ButcherBox - Get your meat delivered, for free, right to your door.
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

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On today’s show, Clay and I are on our own to discuss something we’ve seen a lot of freelancers and agency builders struggle with. 

The question…? When selling your services which is better: focusing on deliverables or results?

After a quick discussion, the answer we come up with might surprise you. It turns out there’s an even deeper issue that has to be addressed if you want to be successful.

We’ll share all the details here, so don't miss out!

PS: Get featured in an upcoming FTF SHORT! Just visit http://freelancetofounder.com/ask and submit a question. 

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• Sendinblue - Use promo code FOUNDER for 50% off your first three months on a premium account at https://www.sendinblue.com/founder/
• Hectic - Everything you need to start, manage, and grow your freelance business — in one place.
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Thrive - Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• ButcherBox - Get your meat delivered, for free, right to your door.
• Talkspace - Feeling better starts with a single message.
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

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You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.

To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.

In today's short, I want to answer one of the most common questions we get in our Facebook group.

Multiple times a week, we have freelancers ask about pricing.

• What should I charge for a specific service?
• How much should I charge to send files?
• Am I charging too little? Or too much?

So, in response, I’d like to share a few of my thoughts on what your freelance pricing says about you.

This audio for this episode was actually pulled from our YouTube channel which we relaunched recently with some really great new videos.

This is the video version! You can subscribe at millo.co/youtube or by searching “millo for freelancers” on Youtube.

In addition to super helpful videos, we’re constantly giving away prizes to subscribers too, so check it out. Again it’s millo.co/youtube.

Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.com

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• Sendinblue - Use promo code FOUNDER for 50% off your first three months on a premium account at https://www.sendinblue.com/founder/
• Hectic - Everything you need to start, manage, and grow your freelance business — in one place.
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Magic Mind - World's first productivity drink.
• Thrive: Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• ButcherBox: Get your meat delivered, for free, right to your door.
• Talkspace: Feeling better starts with a single message.
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

Freelance to Founder is made in partnership between Millo, Dripify, and The Podglomerate.

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Have you ever wondered if you’re doing too much in your business? For those of us who are multi-talented, it can be hard to know when to stop doing everything in our business.

That’s just one question we tackle with today’s guest, Grant. As he explains it, one of his biggest problems is he has the ability to do all kinds of things—from writing, to design, to founding businesses. 

But there must be a point at which doing everything yourself is not the best option. So how do you identify that moment and what should you do when your ability to do everything becomes your own biggest problem?

Stay tuned after this quick message to find out.

PS: Get featured in an upcoming FTF SHORT! Just visit http://freelancetofounder.com/ask and submit a question. 

Support our sponsors so we can keep airing new episodes:

• Sendinblue - Use promo code FOUNDER for 50% off your first three months on a premium account at https://www.sendinblue.com/founder/
• Hectic - Everything you need to start, manage, and grow your freelance business — in one place.
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Magic Mind - World's first productivity drink.
• Thrive - Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• ButcherBox - Get your meat delivered, for free, right to your door.
• Talkspace - Feeling better starts with a single message.
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

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You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.

To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.

Today’s question comes from our free Mastermind group on Facebook.

Maja asks: "What are your best tips for writing proposals as a freelancer?"

Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.com

Support our Episode Sponsors:

• Sendinblue - Use promo code FOUNDER for 50% off your first three months on a premium account at https://www.sendinblue.com/founder/
• Hectic - Everything you need to start, manage, and grow your freelance business — in one place.
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Magic Mind - World's first productivity drink.
• Thrive: Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• ButcherBox: Get your meat delivered, for free, right to your door.
• Talkspace: Feeling better starts with a single message.
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

Freelance to Founder is made in partnership between Millo, Dripify, and The Podglomerate.

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On today’s show: maybe you’ve heard expert advice saying you should hire a VA—a virtual assistant. You might have even heard that advice from us, on this show.

But what exactly should you hire a VA for? And is hiring a VA really worth the money?

Those are two questions we explore on our coaching call with Ben Marcoux who lives in Rhode Island, USA. 

Ben found himself wondering why in the world he would want to hire a VA in the first place. Then, after taking the leap, he wishes he had done it years ago. 

Plus, Clay and I share our best advice for making the most of your virtual assistant and we talk about scaling your business vs growing it. 

Let's dive in!

PS: Get featured in an upcoming FTF SHORT! Just visit http://freelancetofounder.com/ask and submit a question. 

Support our sponsors so we can keep airing new episodes:

• Sendinblue - Use promo code FOUNDER for 50% off your first three months on a premium account at https://www.sendinblue.com/founder/
• Hectic - Everything you need to start, manage, and grow your freelance business — in one place.
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Magic Mind - World's first productivity drink.
• Thrive: Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• Streak: Get 20% off your first year of their Pro plan - their most popular option.
• ButcherBox: Get your meat delivered, for free, right to your door.
• Talkspace: Feeling better starts with a single message.
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

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You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.

To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.

Today’s question comes from our free Mastermind group on Facebook.

Darielle asks: "What's the BEST Software for getting paid faster?"

Getting paid for your work FAST is key, but how do you make it happen?

You'll get the answer here!

Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.com

Support our Episode Sponsors:

• Sendinblue - Use promo code FOUNDER for 50% off your first three months on a premium account at https://www.sendinblue.com/founder/
• Hectic - Everything you need to start, manage, and grow your freelance business — in one place.
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Magic Mind - World's first productivity drink.
• Thrive: Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• ButcherBox: Get your meat delivered, for free, right to your door.
• Talkspace: Feeling better starts with a single message.
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

Freelance to Founder is made in partnership between Millo, Dripify, and The Podglomerate.

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On today’s show: are you a bit of a control freak?

Being hesitant about giving up control in your business is normal. We’re all nervous to hand off work to contractors sometimes.

But if you never hand off smaller tasks, you never free yourself up to be a founder in your own business.

That’s where we find Silvia, our guest on today’s show. Silvia has a small team of contractors, but finds herself reluctant to hand off her oldest or biggest clients.

So, how can Silvia finally hand off daily client tasks and focus on the progress of her business.

You’ll find out soon!

PS: Get featured in an upcoming FTF SHORT! Just visit http://freelancetofounder.com/ask and submit a question. 

Support our sponsors so we can keep airing new episodes:

• Sendinblue - Use promo code FOUNDER for 50% off your first three months on a premium account at https://www.sendinblue.com/founder/
• Hectic - Everything you need to start, manage, and grow your freelance business — in one place.
• Nearside - Free business banking that rewards you
• Compiler - De-mystifying tech, one question at a time.
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Magic Mind - World's first productivity drink.
• Thrive: Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• Streak: Get 20% off your first year of their Pro plan - their most popular option.
• ButcherBox: Get your meat delivered, for free, right to your door.
• Talkspace: Feeling better starts with a single message.
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

Get your own on-air coaching call

We'd love to feature your business and offer some free on-air advice for growing your business. To see if you're a good fit, click here.

Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts:

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More Recommended Listening:

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You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.

To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.

Today’s question comes from our free Mastermind group on Facebook.

Anna Keith asks: "I’m getting ready to do my taxes and am considering if I should try a software rather than hiring a CPA.

What insights or pro/cons about using software vs hiring a professional do you have?"

Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.com

Support our Episode Sponsors:

• Hectic - Everything you need to start, manage, and grow your freelance business — in one place.
• Nearside - Free business banking that rewards you
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Magic Mind - World's first productivity drink.
• Thrive: Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• Streak: Get 20% off your first year of their Pro plan - their most popular option.
• ButcherBox: Get your meat delivered, for free, right to your door.
• Talkspace: Feeling better starts with a single message.
• Sendinblue - Use promo code FOUNDER for 50% off your first three months on a premium account at https://www.sendinblue.com/founder/
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

Freelance to Founder is made in partnership between Millo, Dripify, and The Podglomerate.

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On today’s show: Have you ever noticed just how liberating it can be to tell your clients “no”?

In the early years of your freelance career, you feel almost obligated to say “yes” to any request your clients make. After all, they’re the ones paying your bills. 

But every “yes” to a client request means a “no” to something else in your business. If you’re not careful, your clients end up deciding the direction of your company this way.

This is where we find today’s guest Erica.

She’s been told she needs to follow a path offering sophisticated internet marketing, when in reality she just loves working on meaningful brands and building websites.

So how can Erica say “no” when clients keep asking for more?

Find out on today’s coaching call. We’ll get started in just a few minutes.

PS: Get featured in an upcoming FTF SHORT! Just visit http://freelancetofounder.com/ask and submit a question. 

Support our sponsors so we can keep airing new episodes:

• Sendinblue - Use promo code FOUNDER for 50% off your first three months on a premium account at https://www.sendinblue.com/founder/
• Hectic - Everything you need to start, manage, and grow your freelance business — in one place.
• Nearside - Free business banking that rewards you
• Compiler - De-mystifying tech, one question at a time.
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Magic Mind - World's first productivity drink.
• Thrive: Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• Streak: Get 20% off your first year of their Pro plan - their most popular option.
• ButcherBox: Get your meat delivered, for free, right to your door.
• Talkspace: Feeling better starts with a single message.
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

Get your own on-air coaching call

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You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.

To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.

Today’s question comes from our free Mastermind group on Facebook.

Kristy Gardner asks: My client is happily paying her retainer bill every month but not sending any work for me to do.

How would you deal with something like this?

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On today’s show: have you ever wanted to pivot your freelance business into something a little more passive? 

In this episode, we chat with our old friend Will Gibbons who came on for a coaching call a couple of years ago.

Since his coaching call, Will has pivoted into a more passive business model. If earning money passively is something you’d like to try, this episode is for you. 

We’ll be right back after a quick message from our sponsors.

PS: Get featured in an upcoming FTF SHORT! Just visit http://freelancetofounder.com/ask and submit a question. 

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• Sendinblue - Use promo code FOUNDER for 50% off your first three months on a premium account at https://www.sendinblue.com/founder/
• Hectic - Everything you need to start, manage, and grow your freelance business — in one place.
• Nearside - Free business banking that rewards you
• Compiler - De-mystifying tech, one question at a time.
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Magic Mind - World's first productivity drink.
• Thrive: Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• Streak: Get 20% off your first year of their Pro plan - their most popular option.
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You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.

To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.

Today’s question comes from our free Mastermind group on Facebook.

John-Luke Ward asks: How do you deal with freelancers that don't deliver as agreed?

Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.com

Support our Episode Sponsors:

• Hectic - Everything you need to start, manage, and grow your freelance business — in one place.
• Nearside - Free business banking that rewards you
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Magic Mind - World's first productivity drink.
• Thrive: Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• Streak: Get 20% off your first year of their Pro plan - their most popular option.
• ButcherBox: Get your meat delivered, for free, right to your door.
• Talkspace: Feeling better starts with a single message.
• Sendinblue - Use promo code FOUNDER for 50% off your first three months on a premium account at https://www.sendinblue.com/founder/
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On today’s show: how can you stop using agency work as a crutch & build your own rolodex of high quality clients?

It’s something we chat about with our first ever guest duo, Shelby & Kristina. They’re two comedic video marketers doing really fun work out of Hollywood, California.

In the wake of the pandemic, Shelby and Kristina started their video business and found early success with agencies. And while working with agencies definitely has its advantages, there are lots of downsides too.

So today’s show focuses on breaking free from agency-dependent work and finding your own audience, offering, and client base.

It’s one of the best conversations we’ve ever had on the show and you won’t want to miss it. Stay tuned.

Oh, and really quick before we dive in, I have to tell you quickly about this new tool we discovered called Hectic. It’s an all-in-one business suite built just for freelancers. I’ve never been so impressed with a product and team as much as I have with Hectic. We’ve partnered up with them and left a link in the show description, and you should really click through to see what I’m talking about. You’ll be blown away with what they offer to freelancers at absolutely zero cost. Ok… we’ll be right back. 

PS: Check out Hectic, an all-in-one freelancing suite that is BLOWING our minds right now!

PS: Get featured in an upcoming FTF SHORT! Just visit http://freelancetofounder.com/ask and submit a question. 

Support our sponsors so we can keep airing new episodes:

• Sendinblue - Use promo code FOUNDER for 50% off your first three months on a premium account at https://www.sendinblue.com/founder/
• Hectic - Everything you need to start, manage, and grow your freelance business — in one place.
• Nearside - Free business banking that rewards you
• Compiler - De-mystifying tech, one question at a time.
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Magic Mind - World's first productivity drink.
• Thrive: Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• Streak: Get 20% off your first year of their Pro plan - their most popular option.
• ButcherBox: Get your meat delivered, for free, right to your door.
• Talkspace: Feeling better starts with a single message.
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

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You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.

To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.

On today's show, Chris calls in with another question: How do I build a marketing plan that is impressive to big-brand clients?

Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.com

Support our Episode Sponsors:

• Hectic - Everything you need to start, manage, and grow your freelance business — in one place.
• Nearside - Free business banking that rewards you
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Magic Mind - World's first productivity drink.
• Thrive: Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• Streak: Get 20% off your first year of their Pro plan - their most popular option.
• ButcherBox: Get your meat delivered, for free, right to your door.
• Talkspace: Feeling better starts with a single message.
• Sendinblue - Use promo code FOUNDER for 50% off your first three months on a premium account at https://www.sendinblue.com/founder/
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

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On today’s show: When you’re just getting started, taking on any clients just to pay the bills is almost a given. But there comes a time when you need higher-paying more established clients.

That’s the situation today’s guest, Brittany, finds herself in.

Brittany has been freelancing on the side for years and recently took her freelance business full-time.

But aside from a couple of anchor clients, she’s mostly doing smaller, one-off projects that are both unpredictable and low-paying.

So how do you find clients that are more established, with bigger budgets and longer-term needs? That’s something we dive into with Brittany on today’s episode. 

We’ll get into it right after this quick break.

Support our sponsors so we can keep airing new episodes:

• Hectic - Everything you need to start, manage, and grow your freelance business — in one place.
• Nearside - Free business banking that rewards you
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Magic Mind - World's first productivity drink.
• Thrive: Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• Streak: Get 20% off your first year of their Pro plan - their most popular option.
• ButcherBox: Get your meat delivered, for free, right to your door.
• Talkspace: Feeling better starts with a single message.
• Sendinblue - Use promo code FOUNDER for 50% off your first three months on a premium account at https://www.sendinblue.com/founder/
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

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You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.

To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.

On today's show, Chase calls in with a question: What's a good "gut check" or "litmus test" for finding the perfect product/market fit?

Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.com

Support our Episode Sponsors:

• Compiler - De-mystifying tech, one question at a time.
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Magic Mind - World's first productivity drink.
• Thrive: Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• Sendinblue - Use promo code FOUNDER for 50% off your first three months on a premium account at https://www.sendinblue.com/founder/
• Streak: Get 20% off your first year of their Pro plan - their most popular option.
• ButcherBox: Get your meat delivered, for free, right to your door.
• Talkspace: Feeling better starts with a single message.
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

Freelance to Founder is made in partnership between Millo, Dripify, and The Podglomerate.

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On today’s show: how do you go from small, one-off clients to more reputable, big-name brands?

It’s a question I pose to Elna Cain, my guest on the show today. Elna is a freelance writer who has worked with big brands like Zapier or Walmart. And in this episode, Elna and I unpack exactly how she got started building her portfolio, how she leverages that portfolio to get new clients, and what she’s doing now to attract even bigger companies.

If you’re ready to build up a healthier client base, this conversation with Elna is a must. Stay tuned and we’ll get started right after this quick break.

Support our sponsors so we can keep airing new episodes:

• Compiler - De-mystifying tech, one question at a time.
• LinkedIn Jobs - Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Magic Mind - World's first productivity drink.
• Thrive: Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• Sendinblue - Use promo code FOUNDER for 50% off your first three months on a premium account at https://www.sendinblue.com/founder/
• Streak: Get 20% off your first year of their Pro plan - their most popular option.
• ButcherBox: Get your meat delivered, for free, right to your door.
• Talkspace: Feeling better starts with a single message.
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

Also mentioned in this episode:

• https://elnacain.com/blog/
• https://www.innovativeink.ca/
• https://solidgigs.com
• https://www.clearvoice.com/
• https://millo.co/freelance-job-sites

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We suggest you also try other Podglomerate shows about entrepreneurship, business, and creativity such as Rocketship.fm and Creative Elements.

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You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.

To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.

On today's show, Dwaynia calls in with a question: How can I introduce a retainer option to people who inquire about services?

Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.com

Support our Episode Sponsors:

• Compiler: De-mystifying tech, one question at a time.
• LinkedIn Jobs: Find the candidates you want to talk to, faster.
• Thrive: Join the $0 self-employment movement. Get all of the benefits of an employer, with none of the hassles.
• Justworks - Manage your remote team and run your business with confidence.
• Sendinblue - Use promo code FOUNDER for 50% off your first three months on a premium account at https://www.sendinblue.com/founder/
• Streak: Get 20% off your first year of their Pro plan - their most popular option.
• ButcherBox: Get your meat delivered, for free, right to your door.
• Talkspace: Feeling better starts with a single message.
• Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs.
• SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs

Freelance to Founder is made in partnership between Millo, Dripify, and The Podglomerate.

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