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The Freelance Insider Show is an inside look at the freelance world. Every week we'll take an in depth look at the topics on the minds of freelancers. It doesn't matter whether you're just getting started or trying to up your freelance game, you'll find practical tips and advice you can use to grow your freelance business. We'll look at important topics such as pitching clients, setting rates and avoiding burnout so you can truly grow your freelance business. There's no fluff here - just the ...
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15: Transitioning from Freelance Side Hustle to Full Time Business
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Welcome back to the Freelance Insider Show! In this episode, we'll take a close look at how to turn your side hustle into your main event. Thinking about ditching the day job? It's a popular idea, but it takes more than just escaping the 9-to-5. We'll touch on the importance of clarity - understanding your specific reasons for going freelance, whet…
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Welcome back to the Freelance Insider Show! In this episode, we're diving into something that affects so many of us—freelancer burnout. It's more than just a buzzword; it's a very real issue for a lot of people. In fact, one study found that almost half of all freelancers experience it at some point. But what exactly is burnout? We look at the defi…
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Welcome back to the Freelance Insider Podcast! In this episode, we're taking a deep dive under the hood of scaling your freelance business. Pricing can feel tricky, but we're talking about why it's time to ditch that hourly rate and embrace value-based pricing. Learn how to sell the outcome and the results you deliver, rather than just your time, a…
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12: Building Longterm Freelance Client Relationships
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In this episode, we're diving deep into an important topic for every freelancer: building long-term client relationships. We're not just talking about landing clients, but how to transform those initial interactions into stable, reliable, and profitable partnerships. It's easy to get caught up in the cycle of constantly chasing new clients, but the…
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11: Freelance Finances - How to Manage Income, Taxes and Expenses
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Hey there, fellow freelancer! Welcome back to The Freelance Insider Show. In this episode, "Decoding Freelancer Finances," I’ll dive deep into the money side of running your own business. If you've ever felt like freelance finances are some kind of secret code that everyone else knows, you're not alone! We're here to help you decode it all. Being s…
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10: How to Handle Rejection and Criticism as a Freelancer
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Welcome back to The Freelance Insider Podcast. I'm your host, Al Calder, and in this episode, we're diving deep into a topic we all face: handling rejection and criticism as a freelancer. It can feel tough, right? Believe me, I know. But guess what? Rejection isn't the end, it's a redirection. In this episode, we'll look under the hood of freelanci…
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09: Marketing Your Freelance Business Without Paid Ads
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Hey there, Freelance Insider listeners! 👋 Ready to ditch those expensive paid ads and still attract a steady stream of clients? In this week's episode, "Marketing Your Freelance Business Without Paid Ads," I’ll dive deep into the strategies you need to succeed with organic marketing. We're taking a close look under the hood at the fundamental princ…
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08: Creating A Workflow - How to Stay Organized As A Freelancer
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Hey everyone! 👋 In the latest episode of The Freelance Insider Podcast, we take a look under the hood of a topic that's crucial for every freelancer out there: how to stay organized and productive!. As freelancers, we all know how easily a day can go sideways when you're working from home. From dodging household distractions to managing multiple pr…
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07: Managing Freelance Contracts and Setting Expectations
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Hey Freelancers! In this week's episode of The Freelance Insider Podcast, we'll take a close look under the hood of managing freelance contracts and setting crystal-clear expectations with your clients. Stop leaving money on the table and start building solid, long-term client relationships! We're not just skimming the surface; we'll share actionab…
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06: Pitching and Landing Your First Freelance Client
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Welcome to the latest episode of The Freelance Insider Podcast! Get ready to dive deep into the nitty-gritty of launching your freelance career. In this episode, we're tackling a crucial topic for anyone just starting out or looking to snag that very first client: pitching and landing those initial gigs. Here's a sneak peek at what we cover: Findin…
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05: Choosing The right Freelance Platform
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Hey everyone, Al Calder here, and welcome back to The Freelance Insiders Podcast! Ready to dive deep into the world of freelance platforms? This week, we're taking a close look under the hood of these amazing sites where you can connect with clients and really make your skills shine. Think of this episode as your ultimate cheat sheet to navigating …
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Hey there! Ready to level up your freelance game? In this episode of The Freelance Insider Podcast, we're diving deep into everything you need to know about setting your freelance rates! Whether you're just starting out and scratching your head about pricing, or you're a seasoned pro looking to boost your earnings, this episode is packed with actio…
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03: How to Build A Freelance Portfolio With No Experience
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In this episode of The Freelance Insider Podcast we take a look under the hood of building a freelance portfolio that wows clients, even if you feel like you're starting from scratch. Here's what the episode covers: •Thinking like a client and tailoring your portfolio to their specific needs by researching their style, pain points, and desired resu…
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Ever feel like you're throwing spaghetti at the wall, hoping something sticks in your freelance career? This episode of The Freelance Insider Podcast dives deep into niching down. I break down why being a jack-of-all-trades might actually be hurting your chances of landing dream clients and higher pay. We'll tackles the big question: How do you act…
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Hey there! In this first episode of The Freelance Insider Podcast, we're diving head first into the big question: is freelancing really for you? We look at the allure of being your own boss, setting your own hours, and working in your PJs, but also explore the not-so-shiny side of things, like financial instability and the potential for burnout. He…
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