Freelance to Founder Our Biggest Lessons Learned as Freelancers
Nov 10, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Meredith Cooley, founder of Page and Purpose and mentor for teacher-copywriters, joins Preston Lee to share valuable freelancing insights. They dive into setting boundaries with clients and the importance of effective communication. Meredith emphasizes the need to embrace change in entrepreneurship and discusses balancing flexibility with focus. Tips on time management, including the Pomodoro technique, and strategies for minimizing distractions are highlighted, making this a must-listen for aspiring freelancers.
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Set Firm Client Boundaries
- Set clear boundaries with clients to protect your time and energy.
- Say no when needed and avoid responding to messages immediately all day.
Entrepreneurship Is An Evolving Journey
- Entrepreneurship is a journey that requires ongoing personal growth and curiosity.
- Stay open to changing your services as your interests and market needs evolve.
Timebox Creative Experiments
- Timebox experiments so creativity doesn't overrun core revenue work.
- Reserve a set percent of your time to test new ideas without derailing income-generating tasks.