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Freelance to Founder[Q&A] Should Referred Clients Pay Full?Today's question comes from a Millo Mastermind member, Tamra.You can join our Free Facebook Mastermind Group at millo.co/mastermindShe says. "If you've given a discount to a client before, and then they refer someone to you, how do you charge the referred client a fair price since they probably talked to the person you originally worked with, and that person told them what they paid?"Clay and I had a lot of thoughts about this question. Click play now!To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder...
2023-06-0610 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Passive Income for Freelancers: Myth or Reality?In today's short, we’ll cover 4 powerful ways to build passive income into your freelance business.Passive income is the holy grail of any business. And the reason why is pretty obvious. Who doesn’t want to make money on autopilot instead of clocking in and out daily to earn a paycheck?So in today’s episode, we’ll share 4 of the most successful ways we’ve seen real freelancers grow their passive income.The audio for this episode was actually pulled from our YouTube channel, which we’ve been working really hard on recently...
2023-04-1110 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] How Can I Be More Confident?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK, and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Robert shared this question in our Millo Mastermind Group.It's a free Facebook group, and it has like 11k freelancers in it. And we love bouncing questions back and forth with each other and learning from one another.Robert asks, "Can you share your path on how you started freelancing and...
2023-01-3117 minFreelance to FounderHow a hobby turned into a six-figure businessToday, you'll hear the story of Krista Stryker, founder of 12 Minute Athlete. Krista is living a comfortable life. She's married, lives in Los Angeles, California. She’s got her own fitness app, an incredible YouTube channel. Blogs for days on healthy living and activities featuring High Intensity Interval Training (HTIT). Life is good.Her business is doing well into the six figures and she's recently added numerous contributors to 12 Minute Athlete in a variety of capacities. But it wasn't always this way.After college she got married, she moved overseas, where Krista dabbled in writing an...
2022-12-2946 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Am I Offering Too Many Services?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.In today's SHORT, Brittany says, "I'm a freelance designer and a marketer located in New York. My question is, how do you keep clients engaged once they've signed on? I have a few clients that have signed up for monthly marketing support, etc, but the problem is, I can't get anything out of them. I...
2022-12-1316 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Does Niching Down Waste My Skills?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.In today's SHORT, we'll answer a question that comes from our YouTube channel.Lupin says, "We understand the riches are in the niches however, many of us have multiple skills and feel it is wasted when it comes to niching down.How can I capitalize from all my skills and experience?"
2022-12-0611 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] When Sub-Contractors Don't DeliverYou're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Today’s question comes from our free Mastermind group on Facebook.John-Luke Ward asks: How do you deal with freelancers that don't deliver as agreed?This SHORT aired originally on April 19, 2022.Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.comSupport our Episode Sponsors:...
2022-11-2911 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] How do I find product/market fit?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.On today's show, Chase calls in with a question: What's a good "gut check" or "litmus test" for finding the perfect product/market fit?This episode aired originally on April 5, 2021.Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.comSupport our Episode Sponsors:
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2022-11-2212 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Is Freelancing Really Worth It?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.today's question comes from Travis Hostetter. He says, "I'm only a month into freelancing. I've just made $95 with another $500 on the way. The flexibility I have with my time is amazing. But losing a strong W-2 income has been hard. I'm in a position financially where I can be patient, but there are also operating...
2022-11-1514 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Responding to an Impatient ClientYou're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Today's question comes from Prithvi in the Millo Mastermind Group.It's just a free Facebook group of 11,000 freelancers hanging out, asking questions, learning from one another. It's a lot of fun.Prithvi's question is, "How do I explain to my client that it's going to take time to increase the number...
2022-11-0812 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] How Can I Build My Confidence?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Robert shared this question in our Millo Mastermind Group.It's a free Facebook group, and it has like 11k freelancers in it. And we just love bouncing questions back and forth with each other and learning from one another.Robert asks, "Can you share your path on how you started freelancing...
2022-11-0117 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] How to Handle 5 Common Nightmare ClientsYou're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.We’ve had a lot of you send questions about difficult clients.So for today’s short, I’m pulling some audio from our YouTube channel to help you out. The video is from a talented freelancer, Josh, on just how to handle 5 common nightmare clients. If you’ve ever been stuck wit...
2022-10-2511 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Does LinkedIn Cold Outreach Work?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Today's SHORT question comes from Robert. He says, "The past month or so I've been focusing my efforts on LinkedIn." Robert's whole goal is to get leads through LinkedIn. And he says, "It's been super great for getting people in my network, but not so great for getting leads, I get a few people scheduled twice and many...
2022-10-1812 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Should I Keep My Social Accounts if I Rebrand?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Today's SHORT question comes from Emily. She says, "Hey, guys, I have a social media marketing question. My client is rebranding and going into a different niche. Should she create a new Instagram account or just start adding new content to the existing account? She doesn't have too many followers, so that's not an issue. Thanks in advance...
2022-10-1111 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Best Proposal & Contract Software?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Today's SHORT question comes from Paul Dittus.He says, "I'm looking for ways to speed up and automate my proposal/contract process. I've been looking at a few different tools, but I'm not quite sold yet. So far the best bang for the buck seems to be the all-in-one solutions like HoneyBook, Dubsado, HelloBonsai, and ClientJoy...
2022-10-0415 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] What Goes in My Portfolio When I'm Brand New?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Today's SHORT question comes from Christine Williams.She says, "What type of work did you choose to put in your portfolio when you were starting out? I don't have much because I no longer have access to things I've done at previous jobs. Did you do mockups for fake businesses or services?" I think this is...
2022-09-2718 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Can I Really Raise My Rates?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Today's question comes from Annie Milner, who was on the show previously. It was great to hear back from her again.She says, "I have a question. I haven't raised my rates in two to three years, partly due to COVID. I currently charge $75 per hour.Do you think that's it's too drastic to...
2022-09-2017 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Got My First Client...Now What?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Today's question comes from Christine Williams, who asks, "I have found my first client, and she said she will refer me whenever necessary, but, how do I get the next client? I prefer not to spend money on client generation before there's any money coming in",Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.com
2022-09-1318 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] - Are There Non-Spammy Networking Groups?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Today's question comes from our Facebook Mastermind Group (it's completely free. Join +11,000 freelancers and agency builders helping each other).Robert asks, "What tricks or tactics have you used to find good local or professional groups? All the ones around my area just seem to be full of spam."Listen to our...
2022-09-0618 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Using the Same Contract for Every ClientYou're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Today's question comes from our Facebook Mastermind Group (it's completely free. Join +11,000 freelancers and agency builders helping each other).Erin just became a full-time freelancer, and she has many questions. One of them is,"Do you use the same contract template with most clients, or do you craft different contracts depending...
2022-08-3015 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Should Your Client Choose How to Pay?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Today's question comes from our Facebook Mastermind Group (it's completely free. Join +11,000 freelancers and agency builders helping each other).Jay opened a discussion there that made us come up with the following question:When a client asks you, "Can I pay you with a cheque?" or "Can I...
2022-08-2315 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Should You Delegate Client Communication?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Today's question comes from our Facebook Mastermind Group (it's completely free. Join +11,000 freelancers and agency builders helping each other).Robert posted there, "Has anyone found or utilized a virtual assistant to handle communications with clients? I have this one client that keeps nagging me to give him updates like every day by 5 pm...
2022-08-1612 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Building Passive Income as a FreelancerYou're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.In today's short, we’ll cover 4 powerful ways you can build passive income into your freelance business.Passive income is the holy grail of any business. And the reason why is pretty obvious. Who doesn’t want to make money on autopilot instead of clocking in and out everyday to earn a paycheck?
2022-08-0910 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Fixing an Invoice MistakeYou're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.In this SHORT:Have you ever sent the wrong amount on an invoice? Laura has.And she’s not sure exactly what to do next. We’ve got her covered with some great advice.Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.com
2022-08-0215 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] When To Hire a Project ManagerYou're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.On today's show, our friend Chris calls in with a question: when's the right time to hire a project manager and how can I do it without killing our creativity?Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.comSupport our Episode Sponsors:
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2022-07-2613 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Should I Give Up Files for Free?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Today's question comes from our Free Mastermind Group on Facebook.Kevin asks this question, "Two years ago, I did a rebrand for an old work colleague and his company. It went down well and was well received. Yesterday, their Marketing Manager got in touch saying that they've been making a few tweaks to...
2022-07-1214 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Can I Put In-House Work in My Portfolio?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.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 fi...
2022-07-0512 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] HELP! Client Spouse Getting in the WayYou're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Today's question comes from our FREE Mastermind Group on Facebook.Anne asks, "I've been working with a client for several years, and it's been an excellent relationship. However, the spouse is now interfering with the design of printed marketing materials. Now she has decided to start creating her own designs, in spite of...
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Kid Got Your TicketKGYT #52 | One year Anniversary as Expats in ColombiaOn this short quick episode Alex speaks on his time here in Colombia. Hi, our names are Paola, Alex & Polex and we're an American expat Family living in Pereira, Colombia for the last few months with our pets Gracie (Dog), & Cheetara (The Cat). After selling all our belongings in the USA we moved to South America and we're documenting our expat journey for you on YouTube. Do you want to see more of us? Follow us on instagram- @kid_got_your_tickethttps://www.instagram.com/kid_got_your_ticket/ Thanks for watching.
2022-06-2614 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] I've Lost My Passion, Now What?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.In today's SHORT, Rachel Stoneking, from our free Facebook Mastermind Group asked how she could get a passion for her business back. She shares her personal feeling 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...
2022-06-2114 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Should I Make This Big Leap Into a Different Industry?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.In today's SHORT, Preston asks Clay for advice in regards to a new business opportunity, that while enticing, would require Preston and his wife to make a leap into an unknown industry.Join us to learn more about the deal that Preston is considering and also how you can approach big leaps in...
2022-06-1415 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Does Niching Down Waste My Skills?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.In today's SHORT, we'll answer a question that comes from our YouTube channel.Lupin says, "We understand the riches are in the niches however, many of us have multiple skills and feel it is wasted when it comes to niching down.How can I capitalize from all my skills and experience?"
2022-06-0711 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Selling Old Files to a ClientYou're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.In today's SHORT, we'll answer a question that comes from our Facebook group.Haley says, "I'm looking for advice on selling my files to a client that I've decided to stop working with.How would you go about pricing this for the client?"Click play NOW to discover the...
2022-05-3109 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] What Does Your Freelance Pricing Say About You?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.In today's short, I want to answer one of the most common questions we get in our Facebook group.Multiple times a week, we have freelancers ask about pricing.
What should I charge for a specific service?
How much should I charge to send files?
Am I charging too little? Or too...
2022-05-2411 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Are Proposals Really Worth Your Time?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Today’s question comes from our free Mastermind group on Facebook.Maja asks: "What are your best tips for writing proposals as a freelancer?"Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.comSupport our Episode Sponsors:
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2022-05-1716 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Best Software for Getting Paid Faster?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.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!Listen to our fu...
2022-05-1010 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Should I hire a CPA or use a tax software?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.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 if I should try a software rather than hiring a CPA.What insights or pro/cons about using software vs hiring a professional do you have?"
2022-05-0314 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Client Pays Every Month, But Doesn't Call Me...You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Today’s question comes from our free Mastermind group on Facebook.Kristy Gardner asks: My client is happily paying her retainer bill every month but not sending any work for me to do.How would you deal with something like this?Listen to our full-length coaching ca...
2022-04-2609 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] When Sub-Contractors Don't DeliverYou're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.Today’s question comes from our free Mastermind group on Facebook.John-Luke Ward asks: How do you deal with freelancers that don't deliver as agreed?Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.comSupport our Episode Sponsors:
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2022-04-2011 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Impressing big-brand clientsYou're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.On today's show, Chris calls in with another question: How do I build a marketing plan that is impressive to big-brand clients?Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.comSupport our Episode Sponsors:
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2022-04-1215 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] How do I find product/market fit?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.On today's show, Chase calls in with a question: What's a good "gut check" or "litmus test" for finding the perfect product/market fit?Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.comSupport our Episode Sponsors:
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2022-04-0512 minFreelance to FounderLanding Big Clients (like Walmart) w/ Elna CainOn today’s show: how do you go from small, one-off clients to more reputable, big-name brands?It’s a question I pose to Elna Cain, my guest on the show today. Elna is a freelance writer who has worked with big brands like Zapier or Walmart. And in this episode, Elna and I unpack exactly how she got started building her portfolio, how she leverages that portfolio to get new clients, and what she’s doing now to attract even bigger companies.If you’re ready to build up a healthier client base, this conversa...
2022-03-3147 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] How do I pitch a retainer?You're listening to our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.On today's show, Dwaynia calls in with a question: How can I introduce a retainer option to people who inquire about services?Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.comSupport our Episode Sponsors:
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2022-03-2911 minFreelance to Founder[Q&A] Should I hire a project manager?Big news today! We're excited to share our brand-new Freelance to Founder SHORTS, 5-10 minute episodes answering one (or two) questions from listeners like you.To submit your question, visit FreelanceToFounder.com/ASK and we'll feature you on an upcoming episode.On today's show, our friend Chris calls in with a question: when's the right time to hire a project manager and how can I do it without killing our creativity?Listen to our full-length coaching calls: http://freelancetofounder.comSupport our Episode Sponsors:
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2022-03-2213 minFreelance to FounderThe Power of ProductizingHave you ever wanted to say goodbye to writing custom proposals or charging low rates by the hour? If so, today’s your lucky day.Clay’s on leave today which leaves me to chat with our expert guest, Tyler Gillespie.Tyler has grown and sold multiple productized businesses—including one he grew to over 125 freelance employees.In this episode, he’ll unpack exactly what it means to productize your service, how you can get started, and why productizing can turn your freelance business into a massive revenue machine.Stick around for this...
2022-03-1051 minKid Got Your TicketKGYT #51 | The ControversyOn this episode we talk about the Joe Rogan "Controversy" and what the media is not really covering. Plus we cover many other topics on this episode.Hi, our names are Paola, Alex & Polex and we're an American expat Family living in Pereira, Colombia for the last few months with our pets Gracie (Dog), & Cheetara (The Cat). After selling all our belongings in the USA we moved to South America and we're documenting our expat journey for you on YouTube. Do you want to see more of us? Follow us on instagram- @kid_got_yo...
2022-02-1545 minFreelance to FounderThe Power of AutomationOn today’s “best of” episode which originally aired in Oct 2020, Preston has a one-on-one conversation with James Rose. James is a total rockstar when it comes to automating tasks in your business. In fact, as you’ll hear by the end of this conversation, in order to accomplish everything James automates in his business, he’d have to hire a full-time employee. Instead, he leverages affordable tech and brilliant workflows to save money and get more done.If you find yourself bogged down, short on time, or hoping to save money as you scale your business, then this...
2022-01-061h 02Kid Got Your TicketKGYT #50 | We moved to Whoville, Colombia 🤦🏻♂️On this episode we realize we ended up in Whoville. Hi, our names are Paola, Alex & Polex and we're an American expat Family living in Pereira, Colombia for the last few months with our pets Gracie (Dog), & Cheetara (The Cat). After selling all our belongings in the USA we moved to South America and we're documenting our expat journey for you on YouTube. Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVNEE_ZUxkG_UCdqAlzAkjwDo you want to see more of us? Follow us on instagram- @kid_got_your_tickethttps://www.in...
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Millo Marti3. Cancelando PierluisiVisionHoy estuvimos hablando del revolú que hay con la nueva película Space Jam. También hablamos sobre el papelón de Pierluisi y obviamente el Season Finale de Wandavision. Recuerda que siempre le participar en vivo todos los miercoles a las 8pm, hora de PR por twitch.tv/millomarti.
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2021-03-0930 minMillo Marti1. Millo viene dulce, sabroso y Pietro-Episodio 4 de WandaVision
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2021-02-0927 minFreelance to FounderThe Power of AutomationOn today’s episode, Preston has a one-on-one conversation with James Rose. James is a total rockstar when it comes to automating tasks in your business. In fact, as you’ll hear by the end of this conversation, in order to accomplish everything James automates in his business, he’d have to hire a full-time employee. Instead, he leverages affordable tech and brilliant workflows to save money and get more done.If you find yourself bogged down, short on time, or hoping to save money as you scale your business, then this episode is for you.Reso...
2020-10-1557 minFreelance to FounderHow I Finally Became My Own BossOn today’s episode (the final episode in our eighth season) I want to turn the tables and share with you an interview I did with my friends Marc and Julia at The Clearing.I’ve done dozens of interviews over the years, but Marc seems to ask the perfect questions in this interview—leading to one of the best conversations on freelancing I’ve ever had on the air.We discuss getting freelance jobs, what to focus on when building a portfolio, how to build passive income, and lots more.In fact, Marc and...
2020-07-3048 minFreelance to FounderShould You Ever Turn Down a New Client?Do you ever get the feeling you're attracting the wrong kinds of clients for your freelance business or agency? Today's guest faces the same question: "how can I turn down clients who aren't a good fit?"Paul Chris Luke spent his first few years out of college working at an agency doing digital marketing. But then he decided to leave it all behind, sell his house and most of his possessions and move to Cambodia—a place he’d never even been.After taking a year off to reflect on where his life was headed and...
2020-07-2355 minFreelance to FounderI Caught Covid-19 and Lost Half My Business. But Then....Imagine catching the coronavirus and losing half of your clients in less than 48 hours. That's what happened to today's guest, Jim Huffman. Jim runs GrowthHit, a conversion-focused agency serving tech companies and startups.When Covid-19 hit the U.S. in March of this year, Jim got an email from one of his clients asking to put their work “on hold”—which was all fine and well until another client cut them off….and another… and another. The pandemic had led to Jim’s company losing almost half a million dollars in potential client sales for the year. To...
2020-07-1655 minFreelance to FounderGetting Clients via Affiliates, Social Media, or EmailOn today’s show, we talk with Akshat Choudhary who runs a thriving business called BlogVault.Despite having over 10,000 customers and a growing team, Akshat’s not sure where to go next when it comes to getting more customers.That all-to-common problem leads us to a conversation on building an affiliate program to get new clients, using social media to build a front-of-mind brand, and taking advantage of email to boost revenue.Whether you’ve hit a plateau with your promotions or you’re just getting your first clients, this conversation is for you....
2020-07-091h 05Freelance to Founder5 Triggers to Raise Your RatesIn today’s episode, Clay and I talk all about freelance pricing: what to charge, and when to raise your rates. We explore two very different pricing models and reveal 5 triggers you should watch for to signal it’s time to raise your rates.If you’ve ever wondered if you’re leaving money on the table in your business or if you’re charging the right amount for the work you do, this episode is for you.To dig even deeper, here are a few more pricing resources from the Millo team:...
2020-05-2135 minFreelance to FounderBe Yourself, Get More ClientsOn today’s episode, we sit down with Amy Kuo—a former designer at Disney who after finding her passion for branding, and taking the leap into full-time freelance, wants to grow her own agency.We talk about one of Amy’s biggest hurdles: overcoming imposter syndrome—especially when trying to get new freelance clients. And we strike some real gold toward the end of the episode with one way Amy—and you—can get out there and be yourself while building your business.Be a guest on an upcoming episode:We'd love to feature y...
2020-04-1641 min
En La Tierra Como en el Cielo¿Pa' Qué Otro Podcast Millo?Comparto 3 de las motivaciones para crear este espacio...
2020-03-1808 min
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My Freelance Life029 “It's time to wrap up my story…”Just over an year ago, Andy decided to quit his day job to go full-time into freelancing, travelling the world, and living life on his own terms. Today, we wrap up his freelance life journey...
Our goal for this show was to document Andy's freelance journey and we hope we've been able to share some useful insights.
You can listen to all the episodes at http://freelancelifepodcast.com
We hope you enjoyed Andy's 1 year long journey of his freelance life. We'd love to hear from you @MilloTeam
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2018-12-1955 min
My Freelance Life028 “How do I take some time off of work?”Everyone needs a vacation - a time to recharge batteries and give their brain a well deserved rest. This holds true even more so for freelancers like Andy.
“It’s great to be able to take some time off when needed... I love the flexibility!” - Andy
In today’s episode, Andy shares his tried and tested tips to taking some time off of work without really affecting his freelance income.
Tools / Resources discussed in this episode
- Company of One: Why Staying Small Is the Next Big Thing for Business
Sh...
2018-12-1428 min
My Freelance Life027 “This new project is like solving a complex puzzle”Sometimes there comes along a freelance project that is stimulating, even frustrating to some extent - but at the end of the day is just the right mix. In today’s episode, Andy gives us insights into such a new project, keeping his motivation level up, and how using a coworking space is increasing his productivity.
Tools / Resources mentioned in this episode
Trello
WeWork
Show notes for this episode can be found at http://freelancelifepodcast.com/
Podcast mixed and edited by Danny Gilman from https://echopodmedia.com
Theme music by Joakim Karud (ht...
2018-11-1634 min
My Freelance LifeThe Elephant in the Room…We're excited to announce our partnership with 'House of Who' to bring you a brand new podcast called ArtistCEO - a podcast by women, about women in business...ArtistCEO is a podcast for creative entrepreneurs and anyone trying to make business and art live in harmony.Host Kerri Lowe documents Shannon's journey as she attempts to integrate her two selves (her "artist" self and her "professional" self) in order to become one self - an ArtistCEO. Listen in to enter the mind of a newly-minted CEO doing business sans MBA...but with a background in...
2018-11-1502 min
My Freelance Life026 “Are fixed-priced freelance projects worth pursuing?”When you’re getting paid for project completion and not for being “on the clock”, it’s quite a different experience for you and the client.
In today’s episode, Andy shares his thoughts on the hourly vs fixed debate and gives us insights on which pricing structure works best for him.
Andy's recently took on-board two fixed priced projects; a change from his usual hourly based pricing. But are fixed-priced project worth pursuing? Are they better than hourly pricing in the long run? We find out in My Freelance Life episode 26.
Show notes for...
2018-11-0942 min
My Freelance Life025 “I’m recording this from inside a coworking space!”Andy’s temporary relocation was the perfect opportunity to try out something new in his freelance life… like joining a coworking space.
Working at a home office can be tough sometimes. You might find yourself not leaving the house for days and trying to talk to your cat just to feel sane.
In this week’s episode of My Freelance Life, Andy reveals his decision to give coworking spaces a chance.
So was it worth it? We discuss the takeaways so you can decide for yourself.
Tools / Resources mentioned in this episod...
2018-11-0234 min
My Freelance Life024 “This is shaping up to be my best month as a freelancer”Andy has relocated to California for a few months, to spend time with family, all while continuing his work in full gear - thanks to his freelance lifestyle.
In today's episode, Andy also talks about the transition being easier than he expected and how this month is shaping up to his best yet.
This and much more in episode 24 of My Freelance Life
Tools / Resources mentioned in this episode:
- MacBook Alarm (Secure your laptop with an alarm)
Show notes for this episode can be found at http://freelancelifepodcast.com/
2018-10-2641 min
My Freelance Life023 “Yesterday, I recorded my highest earnings ever as a freelancer!”It’s been a whole year since Andy decided to leave his full-time job for a full-time freelance career - and there's no stopping him. This week, he's recorded his highest earnings ever!
In episode 23 of My Freelance Life, Andy shares his tips to getting testimonials, the possibility of acquiring a ‘non-Upwork’ client and the ability to relocate to a different city all thanks to his freelance work structure.
Show notes for this episode can be found at http://freelancelifepodcast.com/
Podcast mixed and edited by Danny Gilman from https://echopodmedia.com
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2018-10-1943 min
My Freelance Life022 “I’ve just passed the 1 year anniversary of leaving my full time job!”Just over an year ago, Andy sent a memo to everyone at his full-time job, announcing that he was leaving his desk-job to pursue freelancing full-time.
He is now a full year into his freelance career - and loving every bit of it.
"Now, after freelancing for about a year, I can safely say it’s been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.", says Andy.
A few weeks have passed by since the last time we talked to Andy, who’s been away on a trip to Trinidad. In today’s episod...
2018-10-1236 min
My Freelance Life021 “How do I justify my ‘above market’ rate to clients?”Figuring out your freelance rate is one of the most challenging things a freelancer faces. Andy is no exception.
The fear of selling himself short and the anxiety caused by setting the bar too high is a fine balancing act that Andy keeps in mind while quoting his clients.
“My clients don't pay me for what I do, they pay me for the solution I have for their problem”
In today’s episode, Andy discusses how he justifies his ‘above market’ rates to clients - so that the subject of money is never awkward or...
2018-09-2136 min
My Freelance Life020 “As a freelancer, my biggest advantage is only needing a handful of clients to succeed”Andy is quite happy not to take on new clients at the moment. He doesn’t need to work 24/7 and only requires a handful of clients to match his target income. In today’s episode, Andy talks about the flexibility of choosing clients and fluctuating his own rates, calling it his ‘biggest advantage’ working as a full-time freelancer.
In the second part of the show, Andy gives his thoughts on whether you should accept a lower paying gig if business is ‘slow’.
“If the opportunity seems right, go for it and take that low-paying job. But when money...
2018-09-1436 min
My Freelance Life019 “The easiest way to get paid more is to raise my rates”Andy’s biggest challenge isn’t convincing his clients to pay him more money or chasing after payments. Rather it’s internal - convincing himself that he’s worth the rate he wants to charge. In today’s episode, Andy dives in deep and share with us his strategies to negotiating with clients and how exactly does he go about pricing himself.
Andy also gives his thoughts on something that’s been debated among freelancers ever since the origin of the freelance profession i.e. the great pricing debate - hourly rates vs. fixed pricing.
You’ll find...
2018-09-0730 min
My Freelance Life018 "Problem-solving every single day feels like a dopamine hit!”Waking up every morning to a fresh set of challenges and satisfying little puzzles, is what keeps keeps Andy determined. It’s a dream come true. No more hours of commuting, feeling stuck in a cubicle, listening to that ever dull hum of fluorescent lighting or stressing about traffic going back home. Some love the structure of an office life, Andy thrives in his freelance life.
In today’s episode of My Freelance Life, Andy talks about how he controls his own schedule, works where and when he wants to and how he juggles between short-term and long...
2018-08-3131 min
My Freelance Life017 “My clients treat me like a teammate”The key to long-term freelance success isn’t just your work output - it’s also nurturing great working relationships with your clients. In this episode, Andy talks about his strategy to maintaining a steady income thanks to his ‘alternative’ approach to working with clients.
In today's episode of My Freelance Life, you’ll learn Andy’s way of building a relationship with clients and how it’s an ongoing process that starts with the first interaction and continues on with every project. “I’ve been lucky to have some awesome clients. They see me as a teammate working f...
2018-08-1734 min
My Freelance Life016 “How do I avoid working for low-quality clients?”Focusing on your brand identity and the type of clients you work with can make your freelance life much easier - and ultimately very successful. This week, Andy gives us his tips for attracting high-quality clients and becoming a profitable freelancer.
How exactly does Andy avoid working for lower-quality clients? He attracts higher-quality ones - by simply adjusting his approach towards clients. It’s all about not compromising on what you’re worth and who you’re willing to work with.
In this episode, we also discuss:
The steps involved in setting up your p...
2018-08-1031 min
My Freelance Life015 "I’m fortunate enough to hand-pick projects I work on”Part of the attraction of switching to full-time freelance is the ability to hand-pick what to work on and to have multiple project possibilities - comapred to working for just one company.
This week, Andy runs us through his routine after coming back from Europe, talks about the impact of vacations on his freelance projects - and the effect it had on his earnings.
In this episode, we also talk about:
Dealing with a vacation ‘hangover’ and getting back into the groove
The importance of personal accountability for freelancers
What’s more valuable? Having a clie...
2018-08-0341 min
My Freelance Life014 “I realized the work proposal in my email was from a very prominent client!”“Hey Andy, I’m impressed, can we start on this today?” - and that’s how Andy’s landed an amazing new gig right after returning back home from a 3-week long trip to Europe.
It’s been months since Andy said sayonara to his full-time job to dive off the deep end into full-time freelance work and in this week’s episode, he recalls his mini-vacation adventures and talks about the flexibility he enjoys while trying to build his freelance lifestyle.
Show notes for this episode can be found at http://freelancelifepodcast.com/
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2018-07-2042 min
My Freelance Life013 "I recorded my highest earned amount last week!"Andy has been working the same hours lately while gradually raising his hourly rates. The result? He’s setting new records every day in terms of highest revenue earned!
In today’s episode, Andy talks about how frequently should freelancers be taking vacations and also gives advice on one of the most daunting challenges facing freelancers - raising rates without losing quality clients.
Show notes for this episode can be found at http://freelancelifepodcast.com/
This episode is brought to you by Bonsai, the #1 freelance productivity suite in the world. Put your freelance busi...
2018-07-0443 min
My Freelance Life012 "I'm working less hours each day and having more time for relaxing"Taking a leap of faith into the freelance world can feel more like pushing yourself off a cliff. Andy knows, because he did exactly that a few months ago. In today’s episode, Andy talks about the realities of freelancing and his thought process to going from a ‘flexible’ day job to a full-time freelancing career.
We also talk about the ‘burden’ of freelancing and how to keep a balance by working while on vacations. “Vacations are never quite the same after becoming a freelancer”, says Andy. While the full-time salaried workforce can take holidays and still get paid, free...
2018-06-2734 min
My Freelance Life011 “I use a spreadsheet dashboard to keep track of my billable hours!”Full show notes at https://millo.co/use-spreadsheet-keep-track-billable-hours-freelance-life-011
Time is money - particularly when you freelance. In today’s episode, we explore how Andy keeps track of every single minute of every day, his billable hours and overall business goals - all with the help of a spreadsheet!
In this episode, we also talk about:
- How to better manage your freelance income and expenses
- Why you should keep your personal and business accounts separate
- The Mac VS PC debate - Andy reveals his choice for his machine upgrade!
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2018-06-1537 min
My Freelance Life010 "How do I handle my freelancer taxes?"Full show notes at https://millo.co/handle-freelancer-taxes-freelance-life-010
Earning money through freelancing does cost money and is taxed differently. You don’t have a full-time employer to figure out your taxes and give you a clear-shot paycheck, after all. And then you hear terms like “1099” and W-2”, which honestly can be quite hard to wrap your head around.
In this very special episode (and our longest yet) of My Freelance Life, we take a deep dive with Andy and our special guest – Nathan D Lee, a professional accountant, to give us the insights on finances, bookkeepin...
2018-06-061h 05
My Freelance Life009 "My life flows in a different cadence"It's been months since Andy started freelancing full-time. Which means he now has time to do a lot more things he cares about outside of work. For starters, he freelances full-time, he's moving to France, he's in a local musical, and more.
As Andy explains in this episode, that's what his new freelance lifestyle is all about: choosing when to do the things you care more about. Instead of living between 5pm and 9am, being forced to live your life outside of your work schedule.
Show notes for this episode can be found at http...
2018-05-1633 min
My Freelance Life008 “It’s not always as pretty as it seems”Sometimes, work is just work. As Andy said about the Freelance business, “It’s not always as pretty as it seems.” During this episode, we explore the ups and downs of the Freelance world.
Andy’s honesty gives great insight and tips on what can be done to organize, manage and prioritize work. We will discuss the diligence required for freelancing, as well as organizing methods to manage your workload. Tune in to hear what Andy has to say about the behind-the-scenes of a flexible schedule and keeping a steady stream of work so pay is more reliable...
2018-04-0427 min
My Freelance Life007 “Flexibility doesn’t mean working from your pajamas every day”Flexibility isn't about working from your pajamas every day—it's about building the kind of life and career that you want. One that allows you to spend more time with people you care about, travel, exercise, or do whatever you'd rather be doing than working yourself to death climbing a corporate ladder.
That's why in today's episode we get into the finer details of what it means to build a business—particularly a freelance business—around a bigger vision of what your life can look like.
In many circles, this is known as lifestyle design—or build...
2018-03-2137 min
My Freelance Life006 "How long do you want to give yourself before you have to start looking for a job again?"If you're thinking about quitting your job to pursue freelancing full-time, consider Andys wise words: "The amount of savings you have is the amount of time you can afford before you have to look for a job again."
In today's episode of My Freelance Life we answer a few critical questions that have come up as Andy has pursued his unique new career as a freelancer. We discuss how sick days—or vacation days—can impact you as a freelancer, how much money you should have saved before you quit your job, and lots more.
Show...
2018-03-1535 min
My Freelance Life005 "We bought one-way tickets to France"A big part of the reason Andy wanted to start freelancing full-time was to have more flexibility to travel. Now, he and his wife have booked one-way tickets to France! In this episode, we talk about his travel plans plus lots more including:
How to handle the ebb and flow of client requests
Why you should have a vision for where your freelancing will take you
Working for yourself vs. scaling your small business
Show notes for this episode can be found at http://freelancelifepodcast.com/5
Thanks to Freshbooks for sponsoring this episode. Try the...
2018-03-0739 min
My Freelance Life004 “I charge more than double what I was making before”To make it as a freelancer, you have to charge more than you were making as an employee. In today's episode we explore how Andy is handling his new freelance life including setting rates, pulling all-nighters, finding the right kinds of clients, setting your own deadlines and lots more.
Show notes for this episode can be found at http://freelancelifepodcast.com/4
Thanks to Freshbooks for sponsoring this episode. Try the all-new Freshbooks completely FREE for 30 days at freshbooks.com/ANDY and when they ask "how did you year about us?" just type "Andy".
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2018-02-2137 min
My Freelance Life003 "How am I competing with people offering lower rates?" (The UpWork Episode)When Andy signed up for UpWork around 8 months ago, he may not have imagined that it would eventually give him the ability to quit his job and freelance full-time.
But that's exactly what happened.
Now, Andy gets enough client inquiries each week via UpWork that he's not even searching anywhere else.
Today, we peel back the curtain on how Andy has elevated his UpWork profile and built a small personal brand that attracts clients and brings him regular work.
Shownotes for this episode are found here: http://freelancelifepodcast.com/3
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2018-02-1437 min
My Freelance Life002 “It’s so nice to take your schedule into your own hands."Taking your schedule into your own hands can be magical. But it can also present a very unique set of challenges—which Andy is discovering now that he's his own boss.
One of the biggest reasons Andy started freelancing was to manage his own schedule and build a life that doesn't revolve around the standard American 9-5 desk job.
But in today's episode you'll learn why it can be a bit more of a challenge than you might expect managing your own schedule all the time.
Plus, we talk about Andy's last day at...
2018-02-0738 min
My Freelance Life001 "I realized: this is it! This is the thing I’ve been waiting for."When you get a new job, putting your two weeks notice in can be fairly routine. But when your only plan is to start freelancing full-time...well, that changes everything.
Imagine telling your boss: I don't have anywhere to go... I'm just leaving.
That's what Andy had to do recently when he quit his cozy job at a tech startup in order to pursue the freelance lifestyle.
In today's episode, we'll get to know Andy a little bit more (like learning about his time living on an actual sea vessel) and he'll share...
2018-01-3129 min
My Freelance Life000 "Dear friends, I have decided to leave the company." (Trailer)New from Millo, 'My Freelance Life' is a weekly check-in with Andy, a desk-jobber-turned-full-time-freelancer. Every week, show host Preston will pick Andy’s brain and discover the truth behind what really happens when you decide to quit your job and pursue freelancing full-time.
Show notes and details at http://freelancelifepodcast.com
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