
 Freelanceology Episode 28: Being Really Ridiculously Good At Sales With Jacob McMillen
 Sep 21, 2022 
 Jacob McMillen, a savvy copywriter and freelance writing coach, dives into the art of sales for freelancers. He shares his door-to-door sales journey, emphasizing resilience and the power of cold pitching. McMillen also discusses the importance of adopting a consultant mindset and leveraging AI to boost productivity. He critiques conventional wisdom about pricing, urging a focus on value and effective positioning instead. With insights on maintaining a positive attitude, he provides freelancers with tools to enhance client relationships and navigate their careers successfully. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 2min 
 Sales Lessons from a Summer Job 
 02:01 • 17min 
 Adopting a Consultant Mindset 
 18:44 • 11min 
 Navigating the Shift from Freelancing to In-House Work 
 30:11 • 3min 
 Rethinking Value: The Art of Selling Over Charging Worth 
 33:16 • 2min 
 Cultivating a Positive Mindset in Freelancing 
 35:41 • 2min 
