Freelance to Founder

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!

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

On today’s Q&A episode, if you give your client full ownership of your creative work, how much should that cost, and how exactly do you even do that?That’s the question Nicole hits us with, and it opens up another discussion on who should own your work in the first place.It’s all in this episode of Freelance to Founder. Here we go.This Q&A episode was originally aired on December 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

On today’s show: do you keep hearing how important networking is, but you really just don’t enjoy it?In this episode, we chat with Morgan, a freelancer from Chicago. Morgan can see the potential in networking with local clients, but can’t quite figure out how to enjoy it.So, Clay and I start brainstorming a few fun and exciting ways she can leverage her unique talents to network with local business owners and potential clients.Stick around for this fun brainstorming session starting right after this quick message from our sponsors. This episode was originally aired on January 20, 2022.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