Freelance to Founder

A new freelancer seeks advice on building a robust client network. The hosts share their personal wins and failures in networking, stressing the importance of authenticity. They explore how genuine relationships can lead to collaboration and referrals. The discussion includes practical strategies for maintaining connections and highlights the role of trust in networking success. Plus, they introduce FeedCoyote, a platform designed to help freelancers collaborate and grow their networks.

Diana, a former corporate marketer, shares her journey of transitioning to freelancing after the birth of her third child. She discusses the challenges of balancing revenue growth with a lighter workload while seeking more time for her family. Diana emphasizes the importance of specializing in the motherhood market and creating systems for business efficiency. She also explores innovative digital marketing strategies and the significance of mastering finances and client accessibility. Tune in for insights on achieving work-life harmony!

On today’s show: how many people does it take to call yourself an agency officially?Is it one, two, or more than that? This question got us thinking about what it means to be an agency.Plus, we discuss our ideal team size and answer the question: How many are too many for your team?It’s all on this episode of Freelance to Founder. Here we go.This Q&A episode was originally aired on March 5, 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

On today’s show: how would you like to have clients like Nike, Netflix, Stripe, Twitch, Spotify and more? It’s a dream come true as a freelancer.And this dream is a reality for motion graphics expert Kate—who’s calling into the show today.Kate first talked with us a year ago, and since then, the entertainment industry has been through a lot, which leaves Kate wondering where her career is headed and what’s next.And we talk about a lot. From Kate’s best advice on how to get jobs with big brands as she does TO whether or not you have to hire a team to grow.It’s all on this episode of Freelance to Founder. Here we go.This episode was originally aired on January 25, 2024.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

On today’s Q&A episode, let’s talk about money. Exactly how much should you save before you can start your agency?We do our best to answer this question, and it got us wondering: What in the world are we spending all of our money on these days in our own businesses?So, as a bonus, we break down our finances a bit more to round out the episode. It all starts right now on this episode of Freelance to Founder. Here we go.This Q&A episode was originally aired on March 5, 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

On today’s show, will you attract bigger and better clients if you treat yourself like an agency?That’s part of what we discussed with our call-in guest, Kate, who’s living and working in London.With Kate, we talk a lot about marketing, positioning, branding, and lots of other stuff she’ll need on her journey from a “4” on the freelance to founder scale to a “10”...Stick around to the end, where we get Kate thinking—and maybe you’ll have a breakthrough, too. It’s all on today’s episode of Freelance to Founder. Here we go…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

In today's Q&A episode, Travis writes about a problem: a few years ago, he moved from Australia to the U.S. to grow his video business.While things went well at first, work has really slowed down, and he's wondering if there's something about the U.S. market he's completely missing. Clay and I have never lived "down under," but we have a few things to consider for anyone looking to break into the US market.It's all on this episode of Freelance to Founder. Here we go…This episode was originally aired on February 27th, 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

Tina, a graphic designer and photographer from Minnesota, grapples with the challenge of hiring freelancers to scale her business while maintaining trust. The conversation dives into the complexities of outsourcing creativity and the risks involved in relying on others to meet deadlines. Strategies for effective communication and setting realistic expectations are discussed, along with how to balance personal responsibilities with business growth. The dialogue emphasizes the importance of managing client relationships while fostering collaboration.

In this engaging discussion, Clay, an entrepreneur with a wealth of software experience, shares his challenging journey with GoHighLevel. He dives into the software’s flawed user experience and concerns about account security, sparking a lively debate on its viability. Clay contrasts GoHighLevel with other platforms, offering insights into multi-level marketing and affiliate strategies. Ultimately, he urges listeners to assess tools based on personal needs rather than trends, shedding light on the importance of candid user feedback in the freelancing landscape.

In this engaging discussion, Erik, a curious freelancer, challenges the hosts to share insights on finding referral partners. They delve into practical strategies for building meaningful relationships that foster growth. Trust and reciprocity are emphasized as key elements in transforming referral dynamics. The importance of nurturing connections and understanding partner needs before pitching services is discussed. Listeners also learn how podcasts can facilitate these partnerships, making networking both fun and effective.