The Marketing Freelancer: Unicorns Unite #263 Ask Emily: How to Handle Negative Client Feedback as a Freelancer
A client you admire tells you you’re not worth your rate… Ouch, right? That kind of feedback can rock your confidence and make you question everything, especially when you’re trying to grow your freelance business. But here’s the truth: no one else gets to decide your worth.
In this Ask Emily Anything episode, I’m answering a powerful listener question from Nai, an operations assistant, who asked: “How do you keep momentum and show up confidently after receiving discouraging feedback from someone you look up to?”
Listen to learn more about:
- The truth about negative feedback and why it’s about THEIR lens, not your worth
- Practical ways to articulate your value so you attract clients who happily pay your rate
- What to do when outcomes and client expectations don’t match up
- Using this situation as a learning moment, not a confidence killer
If you’ve ever felt knocked down by a client, a mentor, or even your own inner critic, this episode will give you the pep talk, strategy, and encouragement you need to stand tall. Keep building the business YOU want!
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Links Mentioned in the Show:
- FREE live training: 7 Ways to Land Clients as a Freelancer. Join us on October 15 to learn real strategies freelancers are using right now to book clients, market their skills, and grow their businesses. No more guessing how to land clients. Grab your seat here!
- Got a burning question about freelancing, digital marketing, or navigating this wild business journey? Ask Emily Anything! Leave a voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/unicornsunite
- 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. Plus, you'll benefit from advanced trainings, networking opportunities, and exclusive job leads. Apply at marketersworkgroup.com
Episodes mentioned:
- Ask Emily Reagan: How to Shift Into a Boss Mindset as a Freelance Service Provider #262
- How Service Providers Can Confidently Sell High-Ticket Offers with Stacey Brass-Russell #260
- Mastering Your Mindset to Overcome Fear with Tracy Litt #170
Question Submitted by Nai:
Connect with Emily:
- Facebook Community: Emily’s Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant Lab
- Instagram: @emilyreaganpr
- Facebook: @emilyreaganpr
- YouTube: Emily Reagan
3 ways we can work together:
- 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-study 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!
- Looking to hire a Digital Marketing Assistant? If you want to expand your team & grow your business, submit your job opportunity here. I'll share it with the skilled unicorn marketing assistants inside my workgroup totally free.
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