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Are you a seasoned freelancer working towards establishing yourself as more of a scaling service provider in 2024? In this episode I’m breaking down the 5 key steps you need in your business game plan this year.

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On today’s episode, I spoke with Nick Lafferty about freelance marketing and how solopreneurs can grow their business through advising. Nick is a former growth marketer at companies like Loom and Mailgun, and now advises tech companies on running profitable paid ads.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• How to get started as a freelance marketer for the first time
• The business model that most solopreneur marketers should use
• How to think about building in public

The insightful Erin Balsa stops by to talk thought leadership, content strategy, and freelance marketing.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

- Overcoming objections to investing in thought leadership

- How to approach a company newer to content marketing

- Why top marketers are opting to freelance over working in-house

Welcome to the final installment of our miniseries on Profitable Pricing for freelancers on the Design Break podcast! In this episode, we delve into the world of subscription-based pricing for design services, exploring how it can transform your design career and freelance pricing strategies. Join us as we uncover effective approaches to pricing, discuss the challenges faced by freelancers, and explore the benefits of design subscriptions.

As design professionals, pricing our services effectively is crucial, and we provide insights into different pricing approaches to ensure you value your expertise appropriately. But we don't stop there—we take it a step further and explore the concept of design subscriptions. Discover the advantages of recurring revenue, client loyalty, and streamlined workflows that design subscriptions offer, revolutionizing the way you structure your services and provide ongoing value.

Throughout the episode, we touch on important aspects of the design career landscape, from the evolving nature of freelance pricing to the exciting opportunities that design subscriptions present. We share practical tips and real-world examples to empower you in your design career journey.

To stay connected with us and be part of our design community, follow us on Twitter @thedesignbreak. Join the conversation, access valuable content, and stay updated on industry insights. If you enjoy this episode, please take a moment to leave a rating and review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback not only motivates us but also helps others discover our show and benefit from the discussions we have.

Get ready to revolutionize your approach to freelance pricing and explore the possibilities of design subscriptions. Tune in now for this enlightening journey, and remember to follow us on Twitter @thedesignbreak. Don't forget to leave a rating and review if you enjoy the episode. Your support means the world to us as we continue to deliver valuable content to our incredible community of design professionals and freelancers.

Mackenzie and Ben are joined by Sarah from Social and Stuff. In today’s episode, we talk all about content pillars, how to get started as a social media manager, how to get new freelance clients, and so much more.

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 On this episode of Buzzdwords, we talk with Melissa Ripp.  From non-profits and family-owned businesses to large corporations, she's used her talent and expertise to weave together an integrated and holistic approach to marketing and storytelling. Now she's a full time solopreneur!

Melissa chats with us about what it's like to run a successful communications business and how to build healthy client relationships.

Pair this episode with a daquiri (shaken, not frozen)

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Interested in travelling full-time? Tune in to hear Chris 'Tarzan' Clemens tell us about his decision to leave behind the corporate world and start an adventure across the world. All he needs is a car and stable internet connection to make this nomad lifestyle a reality.

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Did you go to Inbound 2020? If not, you missed out! I am here to share ten lessons I learned while attending Inbound 2020 this year.

View the show notes: https://www.theambitiousfreelancer.com/podcast/70
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Are you interested in improving the inbound lead flow for your freelance business? Getting an adequate amount of inbound leads to sustain your business is tricky, but doable. Listen up to see what's been working for me!

Show notes: https://www.theambitiousfreelancer.com/podcast/68
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Ross started freelancing on the side of a full-time agency job back in 2013. Fast-forward to today and he’s running his own agency that employs over a dozen people.

Ross was living in his parents’ basement in Nova Scotia when he began building up a roster of small, local clients. Over time, Ross’s portfolio grew to include Fortune 500 companies and some of the fastest-growing startups in the world.

He chats to Steve about how he found clients in the early days, how he’s built his reputation and business, and how he manages his personal brand alongside that of his agency.

This episode of the Being Freelance podcast is supported by Gold Stag Accounts.

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Recently I read "Networking For People Who Hate Networking," by Devora Zack. This week on the podcast, I thought I would share my experience reading the book and some of the lessons I learned. https://www.theambitiousfreelancer.com/podcast/67

If you've been struggling to make consistent income during the pandemic, like most of us have, you're probably trying to switch up your promotional methods. One way to promote your business is through the power of inbound marketing. Today on the podcast, I am sharing exactly how you can create an inbound marketing strategy for your freelance business so that you can bring in more leads to your company.

https://www.theambitiousfreelancer.com/podcast/60

In today's episode, I am sharing the exact step-by-step process of starting a freelance website. I also share how to get eyes on your website and the most important thing you need to know before you start your website. Check out the show notes for this episode here: https://www.theambitiousfreelancer.com/podcast/41

In this episode, we review the concept of 'Dream 20' outreach and how you can use this outreach system to get in touch with more qualified prospects.

In this episode, we cover 4 ways that you can charge more (and make more money): raise your rates, switch from 'hourly' to 'daily' billing, include add-ons for your client, include 'options' or 'tiers' for your client.

In this episode, we tackle the 5 elements of writing great emails: 'You' focus, clear call to action, informative subject line, informal style, short.

Defining 'Productized Consulting': What is it? How can you get started with it?

Defining what 'Roadmapping Sessions' are and how you can use them in your freelancing or consulting business