

Freelance to Founder
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Freelance to Founder is a call-in show helping real-life freelancers grow their businesses and escape the feast-famine lifestyle.
The podcast is hosted by Preston Lee, a former freelancer who has started, built, and even sold successful businesses of his own.
Preston is joined nearly every weekday by other expert founders, freelancers, and entrepreneurs to help you take your solo business to the next level.
You can submit your questions at FreelanceToFounder.com/ask
If you enjoy content from shows like The Futur, Being Freelance, The Accidental Creative, Smart Passive Income, or The Side Hustle Show, then you'll love Freelance to Founder.
Join us every weekday to take the next step on your journey from ... freelance to founder.
The podcast is hosted by Preston Lee, a former freelancer who has started, built, and even sold successful businesses of his own.
Preston is joined nearly every weekday by other expert founders, freelancers, and entrepreneurs to help you take your solo business to the next level.
You can submit your questions at FreelanceToFounder.com/ask
If you enjoy content from shows like The Futur, Being Freelance, The Accidental Creative, Smart Passive Income, or The Side Hustle Show, then you'll love Freelance to Founder.
Join us every weekday to take the next step on your journey from ... freelance to founder.
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Jan 7, 2025 • 57min
[Q&A] Is GoHighLevel Worth the Hype?
In a lively Q&A session, the hosts tackle the buzz surrounding GoHighLevel, sharing personal experiences that reveal both the software's potential and its pitfalls. They delve into usability challenges, customer support woes, and security concerns, painting a comprehensive picture of the platform. The conversation also compares GoHighLevel to other CRM tools and raises caution about popular marketing trends. Additionally, they explore the nuances between multi-level marketing and affiliate strategies, providing insights for aspiring entrepreneurs navigating this complex landscape.

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Jan 2, 2025 • 39min
Control Freak? Do This
Are you a control freak in your freelance work? Discover how letting go of smaller tasks can unleash your potential as a founder. Listen to insights from a social media manager navigating the shift from freelancer to business owner, and learn about the emotional hurdles of delegation. Explore the importance of recognizing team strengths, effective communication, and time management. Plus, find out how tracking even minor tasks can enhance productivity and align work with your long-term goals.

Dec 31, 2024 • 15min
[Q&A] Upcharge a Client for Subcontracting?
Ever wondered how to price your services when using subcontractors? The hosts dive into optimal strategies for managing these relationships. They recommend a minimum 30% markup to cover risks and project management duties. Discussion highlights the importance of having separate contracts for clients and subcontractors to clarify responsibilities. Clear communication is emphasized as a key to success in these arrangements. Get ready to elevate your freelance game with these insightful tactics!

Dec 26, 2024 • 58min
Anti-Hustle Culture
On today’s show, can you grow without embracing hustle culture? That’s just part of what we talk about with return guest: Travis Boyco.A few months ago, Travis was trying to decide if he could actually quit his job and take his business full-time.Now, he’s back, freelancing full-time and hitting us with some of his biggest learnings from going full-time, plus questions he’s run into since.It’s a fun episode today, and it’s all here on Freelance to Founder. Here we go.(This episode was originally aired on November 11, 2023).PS: Get featured in an upcoming Q&A! Just visit http://freelancetofounder.com/ask and submit a question. Support our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make this show 100% free to you. Support them at the link below.https://freelancetofounder.com/sponsorsGet your own on-air coaching callWe'd love to feature your business and offer some free on-air advice for growing your business. To see if you're a good fit, click here.Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts:If you enjoy the show, can you do us a favor and leave us an honest rating and review on Apple Podcasts? We'll love you forever. Click here to leave a review.More Recommended Listening:This show is a part of the Podglomerate, a company that produces, distributes, and monetizes podcasts. We encourage you to visit the website and sign up for our newsletter.We suggest you also try other Podglomerate shows about entrepreneurship, business, and creativity, such as Rocketship.fm and Creative Elements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 24, 2024 • 14min
[Q&A] Lost Your Passion?
In today's Q&A, Rachel Stoneking, from our free Facebook Mastermind Group asked how she could get the passion for her business back. She shares her personal feelings of anxiety and disappointment after losing clients with COVID-19 and getting burned out with everything around it. "How do you overcome these negative feelings and connect back with the passion for your business?"We'll learn a lot from this difficult BUT important question.This episode was originally aired on June 21, 2022.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK, and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.comSupport our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make this show 100% free to you. Support them at the link below.https://freelancetofounder.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 19, 2024 • 54min
Hire First? or Get Clients First?
Zach Johnson Medland, founder of Gumption Design Company, dives into the dilemma of whether to hire first or seek clients to fund hiring. He shares insights on merging diverse services into a compelling monthly offer. The conversation touches on the emotional journey of transitioning from freelancer to founder, the importance of juggling small and large clients, and innovative approaches to service packaging. They also discuss navigating the challenges of client acquisition and maintaining quality while ensuring ROI.

Dec 17, 2024 • 20min
[Q&A] Marketing Plan Help?
On today’s show, where do you start when it comes to making a marketing plan for your business?That’s what Thomassina asks us and—since Clay and I both have extensive marketing backgrounds—we end up having a lot to say about it.If you’re not sure where to start when it comes to marketing, then this episode is for you.This is Freelance to Founder. Here we go!This episode was originally aired on January 23, 2024.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK, and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.comSupport our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make this show 100% free to you. Support them at the link below.https://freelancetofounder.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 12, 2024 • 36min
These Social Posts Get the Best Clients
In this discussion, Mannat, a talented typography student from India, reveals her struggle to attract the right clients through social media. She shares her experience of often receiving inquiries for packaging design instead of the typography work she loves. The hosts provide effective strategies to refine her online presence, emphasizing the importance of targeting the right audience and establishing a clear vision. They also explore the balance between her studies and her budding freelance career, offering insights into community support for success.

Dec 10, 2024 • 18min
[Q&A] Freelancer to Millionaire?
On today’s show: can you become a millionaire as a freelancer?Podcast listener Suman wrote in with that simple yet not-so-simple question, and we do our best to reveal whether or not you can get rich working as a freelancer.It’s all in this episode of Freelance to Founder. Here we go!This Q&A episode was originally aired on September 26, 2023.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK, and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.comSupport our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make this show 100% free to you. Support them at the link below.https://freelancetofounder.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 5, 2024 • 51min
Drumming Up More Attention
A new freelancer named Jay is on a quest to attract more clients and elevate his web development business. The hosts share valuable self-marketing strategies and the shift from freelancing to entrepreneurship. They dive into the benefits of subscription models for stability and the importance of outsourcing to boost productivity. Humorously, they discuss the need for client permission in showcasing work, alongside innovative marketing tactics like website roast events. Wrapping up, they express gratitude and emphasize authentic engagement in growing a freelance business.


