

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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1 2 3 4 5 6
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