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.
Episodes
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Feb 27, 2024 • 16min
[Q&A] How Do I Get US Clients?
On this podcast, hosts discuss strategies for expanding a video business in the US market, including networking tips and client acquisition. They explore market insights, client engagement strategies, and the importance of consistent client acquisition in the video production industry. The episode also includes an analysis of a video production business specializing in animated work, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
Feb 22, 2024 • 49min
Client Tool Craziness
Should freelancers use their client's project management tools or have clients join their platform? Explore challenges faced by a ghostwriting service owner. Learn about niche selection, AI in content creation, chat GPT tools, and balancing growth with lifestyle. Discover strategies for efficient client management, setting boundaries, and scaling challenges. Dive into marketing planning, evolving strategies, and creating a unique brand beyond platform dependency.
Feb 20, 2024 • 57min
[Q&A] Is GoHighLevel Worth the Hype?
In this Q&A session, the hosts discuss the challenges of using GoHighLevel software. They explore migration processes, automation workflows, hidden charges, and the decision to switch platforms. They also touch on sponsor ads for financial tools and domain services.
Feb 15, 2024 • 51min
Where Is Your Business Going?
How to restart and build a business you're excited about, benefits of productizing services, establishing credibility and repurposing content, packaging logo design services, finding the right balance between doing the work yourself and finding a team, determining what to optimize for in your business
Feb 13, 2024 • 15min
[Q&A] Upcharge a Client for Subcontracting?
On this episode of Freelance to Founder, the hosts answer a question about charging clients for subcontracting. They discuss the importance of charging more for subcontracting work and recommend a markup of at least 30%. They also highlight the need for two contracts and include clauses to protect oneself when subcontracting. The chapter also includes discussions on client contact protocols, subcontracting agreements, and personal experiences as entrepreneurs.
Feb 8, 2024 • 1h 1min
Profit-Sharing with Agencies
This episode explores the dynamics of working with agencies, setting up financial partnerships, and pricing strategies. The speaker shares their experience transitioning from freelancer to agency owner. They discuss the benefits and challenges of profit-sharing in agency work and explore different options for partnering with a team. The chapter also delves into the concept of monthly service and 24-month agreements. The hosts express appreciation for the guest and remind listeners about sponsors and upcoming episodes.
Feb 6, 2024 • 14min
[Q&A] Lost Your Passion?
Rachel Stoneking, a business owner struggling with anxiety and disappointment after losing clients due to COVID-19, asks how to regain passion for her business. The hosts explore strategies for staying motivated, setting ambitious goals, and finding purpose. They also discuss the importance of mental health, taking breaks, and seeking professional help.
Feb 2, 2024 • 44min
Work Less, Make More
The podcast discusses strategies to work less while making more money, including systems and automation in business, refining product offering and niche specialization, digital marketing services and streamline systems, helping clients work less and make more revenue. It also touches on tiered pricing, alternative courses, and announces an upcoming season two.
Jan 25, 2024 • 41min
Hired by Nike, Spotify, Stripe, and more
Motion graphics expert Kate discusses landing clients like Nike, Netflix, and Spotify. She shares advice on securing big brand jobs, the necessity of hiring a team for growth, and the future of her career in the entertainment industry.
Jan 23, 2024 • 20min
[Q&A] Marketing Plan Help?
Learn from marketing experts on how to create a comprehensive marketing plan for your business. They discuss client retention, finding new clients, and implementing an autopilot system for lead generation. Discover the strategy of making an upfront offer to increase sales over time. Understand the phases of a marketing plan, including email marketing and long-form video. Learn about a simple and effective marketing plan that tracks leads, prospects, and revenue using Google Docs or Google Sheets.
