Freelance to Founder Podcast
1) Find Networking Groups That Don't Suck
Tired of networking groups that feel more like spam factories than genuine connection opportunities? In this episode, Clay breaks down the art of finding professional groups that actually deliver valu...Show More
2) Spouse Making Trouble
What happens when a client's spouse starts meddling in your carefully crafted design process? In this episode, we dive deep into the tricky dynamics of managing client relationships when unexpected st...Show More
3) Best Proposal & Contract Tool?
Drowning in proposal and contract paperwork? Clay and Preston reveal the surprising truth about client management tools—it's not about finding the perfect software, but something else entirely. Suppo...Show More
4) Did I Just Lose Money?
Have you ever sent a proposal, completed extra work, and then panicked about sending the invoice? Laura did exactly that—and she's convinced she's about to lose a valuable client. But here's the thi...Show More
5) Is It Just Me? Or...
Is it just me, or does it seem easier to close a sale when you're a freelancer than as a full agency? Amy Bridges asked this question which lead Preston and Clay to tackle the counterintuitive truth a...Show More
6) Should I Fight This?
An old client from two years ago wants the original design files from a past project—but you're worried about losing future work by handing them over. Should you push back, charge for the files, or ju...Show More
7) Mental Health > Hustle Culture
Feeling burned out on the business side of freelancing? You still love the creative work, but networking and client acquisition feel overwhelming? You're not alone. In this episode, Rachel asks how to...Show More
8) NEW: Why Delegating Isn't Working
As your freelance business grows, you hit an inevitable ceiling: there's only so much you can do yourself. But delegating effectively is harder than it sounds. How do you train team members to run wit...Show More
9) NEW: Rush Fees: A Trap or a Bonus?
It's 5:22 PM on a Friday, and a client emails asking if you can design an ad tonight. Do you drop everything and work late? Charge a rush fee? Or simply say no? In this episode, Preston and Clay tac...Show More
10) The Secret Weapon of Pricing
Should you charge by the hour or by the project? If you've ever struggled with this question, you're not alone. But here's the truth: you might be asking the wrong question entirely. In this episode, ...Show More