Freelance to Founder

This episode's question came in via email.Nico works as a designer for a company right now, and he wants to start freelancing on the side and build a business.He said, “I was thinking of creating a portfolio, including the projects I've completed in my current company, but in a fictitious way (use different names, organizations, etc.) Also, state that this is a fictional project but that the process and outputs are the same. Do you think this will work to close deals?If you were a company that would be reviewing my portfolio, would you think that I'm experienced or just someone trying to fool you?”Note: we are not attorneys, and we will not even touch the question of if it’s something legal or not. We are not providing legal advice in any way. This type of advice should be provided by a certified professional, and we are not.This episode was originally aired in July 5th, 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

Freelancer Morgan from Chicago discusses networking anxiety and the struggle to enjoy networking with local clients. The hosts brainstorm fun and exciting ways for her to leverage her talents for networking. Tune in for this engaging session on turning networking into a positive experience.

The hosts discuss software options for faster payment processing in freelancing, including QuickBooks Online and Stripe. They emphasize the importance of selecting software aligned with the business model and advocate for upfront payments. Additional tools like Bonsai, 17 hats, and Honeybook are explored for streamlining payment operations in businesses.

Join the discussion on finding the right freelancers for unique niches like witchcraft business, with tips on hiring and team management. Explore challenges in hiring skilled writers and building strong relationships in business for success.

In today’s Q&A episode, Noah Tetzner finds himself in a tight spot. He’s got a high-paying client on a monthly retainer. And while this makes a ton of financial sense for his business, this client is starting to go way over scope by treating Noah a bit like a BFF or even a therapist at times. What’s a guy to do? We’ll help Noah out on this episode. Here we go.This episode was originally aired on November 28, 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

Dave, father of 3 young developers, shares insights on running a family tech business. They discuss challenges, restructuring operations, web & app development ventures, and navigating family dynamics in a business setting. The podcast explores balancing familial relationships with business decisions, defining roles, and prioritizing revenue growth for success.

Exploring the nuances of selling a freelance business, value of monthly recurring revenue, strategies for maximizing business value, and insights on transitioning out of a freelance business.

Entrepreneur Jim discusses transitioning from working in to on his business, striving for work-life balance. They explore navigating business stress, hiring practices, and evolving from service-based to product-centered approach, offering valuable insights for entrepreneurs.

Austin Church, talented freelancer and author of Free Money, joins the podcast to discuss calculating survival rates for freelancers. They delve into the minimum amount needed to stay in business, sustainable pricing strategies, and incorporating specific numbers in client proposals for credibility and trust. The episode also covers negotiation tactics and exciting updates on Austin's new book and upcoming webinar for freelancers.

Industrial designer Will Gibbons, known for his work with Peloton, 3M, and Vizio, discusses the challenges of being too busy to grow his business. Topics cover utilizing CGI visuals, transitioning to freelancing, balancing a day job with freelancing, optimizing pricing strategies, legal aspects of contracts, and evaluating financial impacts for business growth.