The Marketing Freelancer: Unicorns Unite #269 Booking Freelance Clients Through Networking, Name Drop Referrals & Visibility (Live Event Replay Part 2
If you missed it, here’s Part 1 of our live event replay: 7 Ways to Land Clients.
This episode is Part 2, and I’m joined by three of our Workgroup members share how they consistently book clients without cold pitching or chasing leads. We’re talking about the real strategies that work—building genuine relationships, growing your reputation, and showing up with visibility that gets noticed.
- Angela Kiszka shares how genuine relationships and clear positioning as a funnel strategist built her referral-fueled business, where clients come straight from name drops.
- Janelle Harlan reveals how podcast guesting and bundle collaborations led to multiple long-term clients (including a $50K retainer) by owning her niche in email and ActiveCampaign.
- Connie Hurlburt breaks down how relationship marketing with her network and follow-through keep her booked with repeat clients who trust her expertise.
Listen to learn more about:
- The power of relationships and reputation that bring in repeat clients
- Visibility opportunities that actually convert to paid projects
- Positioning and niching so people instantly know what you do
- The mindset shift from chasing clients to attracting them naturally
If you’re tired of chasing clients and ready to have them come to you, this episode will show you what’s possible when you build genuine relationships and step into visibility.
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Links Mentioned in the Show:
- Already doing client work? Join Our Digital Marketer’s Workgroup: a tight-knit community of freelancers and get access to behind-the-scenes conversations, support, and troubleshooting that every solo marketer needs. You’ll benefit from advanced trainings, member-only discounts, networking opportunities, and exclusive job leads. Apply at marketersworkgroup.com
- Listen to Part 1: How to Land Freelance Clients Using Warm Leads, Directories, and Client Referrals #268
Connect with Angela:
- www.crystalclearfunnels.com
- @angelakiszka
- Five Funnel Fixes: How To Avoid Common Funnel Building Mistakes with Angela Kiszka #243
Connect with Janelle:
- https://janelleharlan.com/
- @janelleharlan1
- How to Personalize the Customer Journey with ActiveCampaign Specialist Janelle Harlan #228
Connect with Connie:
Connect with Emily:
- Facebook Community: Emily’s Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant Lab
- Instagram: @emilyreaganpr
- Facebook: @emilyreaganpr
- YouTube: Emily Reagan
- Ask Emily Anything: https://www.speakpipe.com/unicornsunite
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- Need to build your digital marketing skills and set up solid workflows so you can confidently put yourself out there for freelance work? Get on the waitlist for the Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant School where you'll learn in-demand marketing implementation skills to launch or grow your work-from-home business. I also share job leads directly with students, making this a true gateway to flexible, meaningful freelance work. Ready to get started sooner? You can jump into the self-starter program right now.
- Already doing marketing work and have a few clients? Want a stronger referral network? Apply for our Digital Marketer’s Workgroup—a tight-knit community of freelancers just like you. Inside, you'll get behind-the-scenes support, advanced trainings, and troubleshooting that every solo marketer needs. Plus, I’ve shared over 3,000 job opportunities with this group—exclusive leads you won’t find anywhere else. If you're ready to grow your business and connect with a supportive network, join us here!
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