Fiverr® is the world’s largest online marketplace for freelance professionals, connecting creatives and entrepreneurs with people who need their services. On the weekly Fiverrcast podcast, Super Sellers reddhorrocks (https://fiverr.com/reddhorrocks) & twistedweb123 (https://fiverr.com/twistedweb123) speak to special guests from the Fiverr community to offer tips for making the most from your Fiverr business. Send in your questions, or become a guest to share your Fiverr selling experience!
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Freelancing? Being boss of your own life and business can be tough and isolating. But it can also be totally rewarding. Pick up tips, advice and thoughts on how to make it as a freelancer, an entrepreneur, as the owner of your own business, by hearing other freelancers share their experience. Hosted by Steve Folland. Come join us in the Being Freelance Community - You're not alone being freelance. Not anymore. www.beingfreelance.com/community
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The 6-Figure Freelancer Podcast | Freelancing | Entrepreneurship | Clients | Finances | Motivation | Personal Development | Mindset
Avani Miriyala
The 6-Figure Freelancer Podcast was created for the dream-chasers out there who are ready to break out of their 9-5 box and design the life they truly want to live. I wanted to create a place where I could share what I'm learning as a 6-figure+ freelancer in real time. Each week, my guests and I will cover all things freelancing, clients, money, mindset, entrepreneurship, marketing and more. My goal is to give you the tools you need to work less, add massive value to great clients, make a wh ...
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Another podcast for freelancers? Yea, I know, but let me explain. Podcasts are an awesome way to learn from people that are where you want to be professionally and have the experience you can learn from. One thing I found is that some of the advice was a little beyond where I was at in my journey to make the jump to a full time freelancer. That is where The Freelance Podcast jumps in and tries to bridge the gap. I have talked with a lot of people that are in the position I was before I made ...
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Freelance to Founder is a unique call-in show helping real-life freelancers grow their businesses and escape the feast-famine lifestyle. The podcast is co-hosted by Clay and Preston, two former freelancers who have started, built, and even sold six- and seven-figure businesses of their own. If you enjoy content fromThe Futur, Being Freelance, The Accidental Creative, Smart Passive Income, or The Side Hustle Show, then you'll love Freelance to Founder. Catch the Tuesday Q&A episodes, dive dee ...
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Ready for an unfiltered, behind the scenes, look at what the location independent and digital nomad lifestyle is really like? In each episode, Jason and Trav provide a raw and honest take on remote work, lifestyle business, lifestyle design, online business, and travel. All jam-packed into an easily digestible 30 minutes or less (most of the time!).
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For freelancers, consultants, and other independent professionals who want to make more and work less without hiring.
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Learn how to win clients and build the freelance business of your dreams. Matt Inglot, agency owner and freelance coach, interviews top freelancers and agency owners on EXACTLY how they run their service business. Learn how top freelancers win clients, charge higher rates, and build a freedom-based lifestyle through their business. Guests have included Alan Weiss, Michael Port, Brennan Dunn, Jason Swenk, Noah Fleming, Jonathan Stark, and many more. Tune in for a new episode every Monday morn ...
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The Remote Podcast: Digital Nomad Interviews w/ Remote Workers, Freelancers, Location Independent Entrepreneurs
Victor Kung: Digital Nomad, Online Entrepreneur
The Remote Podcast is for anyone looking to become a digital nomad and join the location independent movement. The podcast features in-depth and unfiltered one-on-one interviews with digital nomads. It gives you a behind-the-scenes look at what a location independent lifestyle is really like. Living a remote lifestyle is a choice. Through listening to each guest’s story, you’ll see that there are infinite ways in which you can live and work remotely. All you need is a computer, internet acce ...
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The How She Did That Podcast was created for Online Agency Owners and Virtual Service Providers to have a place to grow and learn together. Each episode will provide tech, team, leadership, and business advice that can be immediately implemented. Let's build a business we love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Comedian Jacob Hawley explores the issues that matter to young people today. Jacob used to make money from drugs and comedy - from telling jokes about his anecdotal experiences of the UK drug scene to exploring that world in more depth through his award winning podcast Jacob Hawley: On Drugs. Now he's exploring the world of love for sale, meeting the people selling, the people buying, and everyone in between. Producer by Nick Coupe for BBC Studios Executive producer for BBC Studios is Victor ...
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The Freelancer's Teabreak is the short and sweet podcast you can enjoy while you make a cuppa, full of tips, tricks and advice for freelancers.
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The Offbeat Life Podcast interviews fearless individuals who ditched the norm in order to become Location Independent. We discuss finding purpose, defining moments that led them to change their lives, overcoming setbacks, how they create income from their passions while working online and becoming remote entrepreneurs.
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Growing a solo service business is tough. It’s even harder when you’re bombarded with BS advice that steers you away from your values and why you started your business in the first place. This is the podcast for solo creatives and consultants who want to remain as a team of one and have zero interest in the hustle and grind of typical business teachings. Most podcasts for solopreneurs and freelancers, hosted by out-of-touch celebrity entrepreneurs who haven't offered one-to-one services in y ...
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You want a successful business, and you are willing to do whatever you can to make sure that happens. There’s a difference between running a business and running a successful business, but where do you begin? There are so many questions, what should you charge for your services? How do you get clients to value your work? How do you market your services? What information should be on your website? These questions and others are answered on a weekly podcast for those looking to jumpstart their ...
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This podcast is all about the new virtual world of work. The globalized workforce is shifting more and more to remote work, virtual teams, and distributed collaboration. On this podcast, we talk with inspiring leaders, experts, and scientists about their learnings, findings, and experience when it comes to the future of work. We also share our own stories, experiences, and failures while discovering new virtual frontiers, so our listeners might have a nice takeaway (or at least, something to ...
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Helping online entrepreneurs scale in peace. Want my help to scale your business? Watch this first: https://thenopantsproject.com/peaceful-profits
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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 episo…
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Planning Without the BS: How to Prep for the New Year Without Wasting Time
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Traditional planning often fails solo business owners… Yet, everywhere you look, it’s the same old thing: big, bold goals, detailed action plans, and endless hype about setting yourself up for your “best year ever.” The problem? You don’t have endless resources to make all these big, lofty goals a reality. You’re a team of one, meaning your time an…
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Link to my Black Friday Deal: https://freelancelifestyle.podia.com/freelance-black-friday-bundle Follow me on Instagram Email: hello@emmacossey.com Come join us in the free Freelance Lifestylers Facebook group Want more support? Check out the Freelance Lifestyle School courses and membership.By Emma Cossey
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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 lever…
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In today’s Q&A episode, how can you know what revenue your business will make in the coming months or years? It’s called forecasting. And forecasting as a freelancer or agency builder can be a real challenge. This may be why Garrett asks: what tool/template do you use to project cash flow over time? We give our two-part answer in this episode of Fr…
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Boost Efficiency with AI While Keeping Your Integrity Intact
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It seems like people are talking about AI everywhere you turn these days. As a result, many of us are trying to figure out how AI fits into our business. And if it does have a place in what you do, what about those legit legal and ethical concerns? How can we use it in a way that doesn’t strip us of our creativity? In this episode, I’m breaking it …
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Collaboration vs. Competition in the Freelance World with Jamie Pei
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Meet Jamie Pei: With over two decades of experience in the media, fashion, religion and academia, Jamie knows a thing or two about living under the shadow and control of a big, influential institution. She finally made the firm decision to leave all of that behind to start her own coaching business and step into her main-character-energy era! Jamie…
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On today’s show, have you ever thought: if I could just find the right person to hire, I could scale up my business. That’s how Virginia from Argentina feels about her unique content marketing company. The challenge? Virginia’s company develops content around witchcraft and spiritualism—so she needs teammates who speak fluent English, write well, a…
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On today’s Q&A episode, what are the best tools to use as your freelance business grows? That’s what Cesar asks us because his business is outgrowing tools like Google Drive. So, Clay and I launch into our best advice on what makes a good business tool and what makes your business worse… It’s all in this episode of Freelance to Founder. Let’s go! T…
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Smart Packaging: How to Make Your Services Sellable
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Here’s the deal: packaging your services doesn’t have to be overcomplicated. Forget the endless “value ladders” and 15-step sales funnels, your clients just want something simple and easy to understand. In this episode, we discuss how to package your services so they’re simple, clear, and—most importantly—sellable. Topics discussed in this episode …
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Copywriter & Creative Director Thomas Kemeny
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Is freelancing as a family a good idea? Can it actually work? That’s part of what we get into with our call-in guest, Dave. Dave is the father of 3 talented young developers. Together, they’ve started an agency. Well… sort of. As we talked with Dave, we uncovered this: family dynamics are not the same as business dynamics. And sometimes, managing b…
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On today’s Q&A episode, if a client is willing to pay by the hour or by the project, which one should you choose? That’s part of Pennygoo’s question, and our answer might surprise you… Here we go! This episode was originally aired on September 5, 2023. To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK, and we'll feature you on an upcoming e…
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My ChatGPT Prompt: "Hello! I have a list of housework and tasks to fix but I need to do them one by one because I’m overwhelmed. If I give you a list of tasks, can you put them in priority order and then drip feed them to me one by one. For the drip feeding, I’ll say if I’ve done the previous task and you could issue the next one. Celebrations for …
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On today’s show: can you ever step away from your business? Or are you doomed as an entrepreneur to never enjoy a vacation or time off ever again? That’s just part of what we talk about with our guest Jim who’s calling back for a second time on today’s episode. Jim has quit his job and taken his business full-time. But now he wonders: how do I take…
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In this Q&A episode, Oliver asks us what it takes to create a portfolio that actually brings in new long-term clients. And since Clay and I are real marketing geeks, we have quite a few ideas for turning your sleepy portfolio into a client-converting machine. It’s all in today’s show, and it starts right now. This episode was originally aired on Au…
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Links from the episode: My freebie can be found here https://freelancelifestyle.co.uk/5-ways-to-find-your-next-client/ Follow me on Instagram Email: hello@emmacossey.com Come join us in the free Freelance Lifestylers Facebook group Want more support? Check out the Freelance Lifestyle School courses and membership.…
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On today’s show: Do you ever feel like you’re just way too busy to actually spend time growing your business? If so, you’re not alone. We chatted with Will Gibbons, who works with cool clients like Peloton, 3M, and Vizio. But Will’s got a problem. A great problem. He’s got too much work. Which means he’s busy. And he’s worried he doesn’t have time …
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[Q&A] Should I hire a CPA or use a tax software?
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Today’s question comes from our free Mastermind group on Facebook. Anna Keith asks: "I’m getting ready to do my taxes and am considering trying software rather than hiring a CPA. What insights or pros/cons about using software vs. hiring a professional do you have?" This episode was originally aired on May 3, 2022. To submit your question, visit Fr…
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Best-Case Scenario Productivity vs. Reality: The Missing Margin
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Monday morning. You’re feeling motivated and ready to tackle the week. Your to-do list is set, and you’re ready to CRUSH IT. And then… Friday rolls around, and you’re wondering where it all went wrong. Despite your “best-case scenario planning,” reality had other ideas. How do you avoid this trap so you aren’t setting yourself up to fail? This epis…
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Links from episode: Koffee Klatch Follow me on Instagram Email: hello@emmacossey.com Come join us in the free Freelance Lifestylers Facebook group Want more support? Check out the Freelance Lifestyle School courses and membership.By Emma Cossey
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On today’s show: is it even worth trying to grow your freelance business? That’s where Rakesh finds himself. He gets most of his clients from freelancing platforms like Upwork. And the market for web designers and developers is just so saturated, he doesn’t even know if he should continue with his business. If you’ve ever felt this way, today’s sho…
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[Q&A] Can I Put In-House Work in My Portfolio?
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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…
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Ethics Over Easy: Succeed Without the Shady Shortcuts
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Trust is the bedrock of every great client relationship, so imagine what it would be like if every single client trusted you implicitly without hesitation. The question is — how do you create that? It starts with avoiding sketchy marketing and the pushy sales gimmicks often promoted by celebrity entrepreneurs. In this episode, I show you why stayin…
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Book writing when you have adhd, with Gail Doggett
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Find Gail here: Website: https://www.bookdoubling.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bookdoubling/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563238765103 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bookdoubling?_t=8r7DfHPXOdc&_r=1 Follow me on Instagram Email: hello@emmacossey.com Come join us in the free Freelance Lifestylers Facebook group W…
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On today’s show: Is a VA a good first hire in your company? We’re joined by call-in guest Nils, who wants to know when and how to hire a VA—a virtual assistant. But Clay and I slam on the brakes and force Nils to answer the question: Is a VA even the best first hire to make? The answer might surprise you. It’s all on today’s episode of Freelance to…
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Barry LaBov - The Power of Differentiation
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Author, founder, and CEO Barry LaBov joined me on Ditching Hourly to geek out about niching down - while walking me through the five-step process he describes in his book The Power of Differentiation. Barry's Bio: Barry LaBov is the founder and CEO of LABOV Marketing Communications and Training. He is a two-time Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Ye…
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[Q&A] Best Software for Getting Paid Faster?
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Today’s question comes from our free Mastermind group on Facebook. Darielle asks: "What's the BEST Software for getting paid faster?" Getting paid for your work FAST is key, but how do you make it happen? You'll get the answer here! This Q&A episode was originally aired on August 8th, 2023. To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK,…
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Stop Selling, Start Solving: For Solopreneurs Who Hate Sleazy Sales
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"Always be closing!" "Overcome objections!" "Push for the deal!" These are just a few of the familiar refrains we often hear when it comes to selling. It’s all pushy, and for many solo service business owners, the idea of sales already feels uncomfortable. After all, you didn’t start your business to become a salesperson, did you? The truth is that…
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10 things I’ve learnt from running a facebook community for a decade
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Follow me on Instagram Email: hello@emmacossey.com Come join us in the free Freelance Lifestylers Facebook group Want more support? Check out the Freelance Lifestyle School courses and membership.By Emma Cossey
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On today’s show: What should you do when you’re not getting the kind of respect you deserve from your clients? That’s just one of many questions we got today from our guest, Cathal, calling in from Germany. A few times now, Cathal has been hired by a manager only to later have that manager’s team give him pushback once he gets to work. So, we work …
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Russ Waddell - The “Secret” To Successfully Going Out On Your Own
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Guest Russ Waddell joined me on Ditching Hourly to explain how he successfully went out on his own for the first time after more than a decade as a full-time employee. Guest Links: https://www.russwaddell.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-waddell/ ---- What if your ideal buyers looked forward to getting an email from you. every. single. day?…
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[Q&A] Rich Client Treats Me Like a Therapist
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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.…
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Exposing MRR: The Crumbling of a ‘Get Rich Quick’ Dream
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This week, we’re sharing our most recent Duped episode, where we discuss Master Resell Rights. _____________________________ Have you ever seen an offer on social media claiming you can make big bucks in no time at all if you sell something created by someone else? Welcome to the world of Master Resell Rights, where you allegedly can get rich from …
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I'll let Sarah, the copywriter, introduce herself : 'Who knew the girl who used a whole roll of film taking pictures of headstones (age 7) and wrote a terrible poem about memories (age 9) would become a photographer and copywriter? Let that be your inspiration. If Sarah could do it, then really, ANYONE CAN. Sarah has always been creative, but it to…
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On today’s show, if you get most of your clients from referrals, is that a good thing? Or is your business at risk of failing? You’re about to hear a coaching call with Dwaynia, who’s calling in from Alabama in the USA. Dwaynia has a great writing business going. She’s working with clients she loves and has a small team to support her. But, Dwaynia…
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On today’s Q&A episode - Nafeesa is wondering if there’s any way to keep the small, solo charm of her freelance business while also planning for an eventual exit. The real question: can you actually sell a freelance business? We’ve got the answer on today’s episode of Freelance to Founder. Here we go. This episode was originally aired on November 2…
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Sorry, Not Sorry: When the Client is Wrong
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Have you ever worked with a client who, despite hiring you for your expertise, just won’t listen to what you tell them? The idea that the client is wrong goes against everything we’ve been taught, so it’s a hard habit to break. But the reality is that, yes, sometimes the client IS wrong. In this episode, I’m sharing how to handle those moments when…
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6 ways I'm making my coaching more autism-friendly
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The course Emma did: https://theskillsnetwork.com/courses/level-2-understanding-autism-course Follow me on Instagram Email: hello@emmacossey.com Come join us in the free Freelance Lifestylers Facebook group Want more support? Check out the Freelance Lifestyle School courses and membership.By Emma Cossey
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On today’s show: Do lead magnets really work? Like, can you actually get new clients by giving away something for free first? Or are they a waste of your time? I’m flying solo today on a coaching call with Garrett—who has questions about using AI to generate lead magnets, how to price his work when he has a unique offering and non-traditional clien…
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Zach Stevens - Year Two of Running a Subscription-Based Service Business
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Zach Stevens, co-founder of Conversion Factory, came back on Ditching Hourly to give an update about how things are going with his “all-you-can-eat” subscription-based service business after two years in business. Zach's Links Conversion Factory Zach's LinkedIn Zach's Twitter Other Links MicroConf Tiny Seed FreePik Visual Electric Somewhere ---- Wh…
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I am joined by special guest co-host Austin Church on today's show. He is a very talented freelancer and the author of the new book, Free Money. It's all about growing your revenue as a freelancer, and we talked today about calculating your survival rate. That's the rate you need to stay in business as a freelancer. What's the minimum amount you ne…
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The Celebrity Entrepreneur Marketing Myths: How They’re Screwing You Over
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Do you ever feel like all the marketing advice you hear from celebrity entrepreneurs always ends up being far more work than you ever imagined — and rarely gets the results you’re looking for? The reality is that these folks are doing you dirty with their one-size-fits-all marketing playbooks. In this episode, I explain why celebrity entrepreneur a…
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On today’s show: you’re dead without a vision for your business. That’s because without a vision—or a north star—to guide your business, you can very easily end up chasing the wrong things. In today’s episode, we chat with Alan, who’s ready to grow his family business, but he’s not sure where to start when it comes to strategy and processes. If you…
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