Freelance to Freedom: Freelancing Strategies to Get More Clients and Build Financial Freedom – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Are the clients who drain your time and energy actually the ones who should be paying you more?

If you’re a freelancer who needs consistent income but keeps attracting clients who ghost, negotiate, or push boundaries, this episode speaks directly to your reality and shows you how to protect your energy without turning away money you need right now.

With this week’s tip, you will:

• Learn how to spot red flag behaviors early and decide when raising your fees is the smartest move.
• Discover a simple, practical pricing increase strategy that compensates you fairly for high-maintenance clients.
• Gain clarity on how to treat or work with difficult clients so that you can minimize your angst.

Press play now to learn how raising your fees on red flag clients can reduce stress, boost income, and help you attract better clients faster.

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Take control of your finances and figure out exactly what you need to earn with The Money Mapper.

~This podcast explores the journey to financial freedom through freelancing, remote work, and having an online business, tackling challenges like getting clients, imposter syndrome and burnout, while promoting a growth mindset, confidence, and the ambition to build a remote career with better work life balance, time management, and productivity, all through intentional mindset shifts, personal development, and learning to work smarter, especially when working from home or navigating a career change.~

If your work is genuinely fantastic, why aren’t clients lining up to hire you?

If you’re tired of feeling invisible despite delivering amazing results, this episode speaks directly to you! The problem isn’t your skill, it’s the missing actions that help the right clients actually find and trust you.

By the end of this episode you will:

• Learn the four specific initiatives that turn strong work into a steady stream of clients
• Understand how to confidently win over prospects who see your value without feeling salesy
• Discover smarter referral incentives that motivate clients to actively send new business your way

Hit play now and get a clear, practical roadmap to attract more clients consistently without working harder or waiting around to be “discovered.”

I'd love to help you grow your freelance business! CLICK HERE to set up a zoom call.

Take control of your finances and figure out exactly what you need to earn with The Money Mapper.

~This podcast explores the journey to financial freedom through freelancing, remote work, and having an online business, tackling challenges like getting clients, imposter syndrome and burnout, while promoting a growth mindset, confidence, and the ambition to build a remote career with better work life balance, time management, and productivity, all through intentional mindset shifts, personal development, and learning to work smarter, especially when working from home or navigating a career change.~

Are you losing potential clients simply because of the way you end your discovery calls?

If you’ve ever felt ghosted by prospects or unsure why warm leads quietly disappear, this episode shows you how a simple shift at the end of your calls can drastically increase follow-through and move prospects closer to becoming paying clients.

With this week’s tip, you will:

• learn what you need to do at the end of every call so prospects stay engaged.
  
  
• understand which types of next steps work best for keeping momentum alive.
  
  
• walk away with a repeatable structure that prevents ghosting and positions you as a proactive, professional partner.
  
  

Hit play now to learn the exact end-of-call move that will help you convert more prospects into clients starting today.

Join me for the Reset, Refocus and Rise Workshop on December 18th! Sign up here.

I'd love to help you grow your freelance business! CLICK HERE to set up a zoom call.

Take control of your finances and figure out exactly what you need to earn with The Money Mapper.

~This podcast explores the journey to financial freedom through freelancing, remote work, and having an online business, tackling challenges like getting clients, imposter syndrome and burnout, while promoting a growth mindset, confidence, and the ambition to build a remote career with better work life balance, time management, and productivity, all through intentional mindset shifts, personal development, and learning to work smarter, especially when working from home or navigating a career change.~

Okay, so imposter syndrome and burnout - heard of them as a woman entrepreneur? Yup, they’re real. And they can drag you down.

Now imagine having a travel agency and the pandemic hits. Those two annoying facets suddenly loom large. 

Lindsey Epperly tells us how she worked through imposter syndrome, burnout, and overcoming self-doubt after her husband quit his job to work with her business, they were expecting their first child and - bam - the pandemic hit on a business that was not kind to the travel industry. 

How did she move her business forward? How did it survive? Why didn’t she throw in the towel?

Oh yeah, and how did she maintain a healthy work-life balance, which is crucial for any entrepreneur?

This interview will have you learning:

• Practical techniques to manage burnout and combat imposter syndrome from seasoned entrepreneurs.
• How to answer tough questions when your business is in crisis and discovering how to push forward when everything around you is showing you signs to quit.
• How solving a problem in the industry will help you scale your business.

It’s time to pop those buds in and learn valuable insights and actionable advice to help you navigate and succeed in YOUR professional journey.

Lindsey Epperly is the CEO of Jetset World Travel, which she has scaled from a one-person operation into a team of over 70 dedicated members. She has been named to the Forbes Next 1000 List, is dedicated to fighting burnout and imposter syndrome while teaching others how to turn obstacles into opportunities. 

Notable Moments

02:23 – Lindsey on imposter syndrome as a woman entrepreneur

08:24 – How to separate self-worth from success

24:21 – Making hard decisions when your business is in crisis

32:51 – Delegating in work and life

46:43 – The tighter you cling, the slower you grow

Connect with Lindsey

Website

Who Made You The Boss Podcast

I'd love to help you grow your freelance business! CLICK HERE to set up a zoom call.

Take control of your finances and figure out exactly what you need to earn with The Money Mapper.

~This podcast explores the journey to financial freedom through freelancing, remote work, and having an online business, tackling challenges like getting clients, imposter syndrome and burnout, while promoting a growth mindset, confidence, and the ambition to build a remote career with better work life balance, time management, and productivity, all through intentional mindset shifts, personal development, and learning to work smarter, especially when working from home or navigating a career change.~

You see the goal: a successful freelance business, time with your family, and time for yourself! But how do you get there? You’ve probably heard of the importance of mindset and hustle, but how do you plot out the path to that success?

Inspired by her conversation with Riana Milne, Kiri describes the 8 D’s: 8 specific elements to guide you on your entrepreneurial journey.  As an entrepreneur or aspiring coach, you might find yourself facing the challenge of setting clear goals and staying motivated amidst numerous responsibilities. 

This episode delves into practical strategies to help you overcome these obstacles and achieve your desired outcomes, whether in your career or personal life. Get ready to delve into these 8 D’s that will help direct you to your destination.

I'd love to help you grow your freelance business! CLICK HERE to set up a zoom call.

Take control of your finances and figure out exactly what you need to earn with The Money Mapper.

~This podcast explores the journey to financial freedom through freelancing, remote work, and having an online business, tackling challenges like getting clients, imposter syndrome and burnout, while promoting a growth mindset, confidence, and the ambition to build a remote career with better work life balance, time management, and productivity, all through intentional mindset shifts, personal development, and learning to work smarter, especially when working from home or navigating a career change.~

This episode is for you if you’re interested in how the importance of mindset, continuous learning, and self-investment is essential in achieving lasting success.

Riana's journey in entrepreneurship will give you actionable strategies for scaling your business while maintaining a healthy work-life balance, while offering practical strategies to overcome obstacles and achieve your goals.

Uncover:

• Riana's "8 D's for success" framework and how to apply it to your own personal and professional life
• Why coaches are a must for scaling your business
• And how to get your mindset primed for success

Tune in now to unlock the secrets to scaling your business and achieving your goals with Riana's expert guidance.

Riana Milne is an outstanding coach and mental health counselor who wants to “Help Change the Way the World Loves” by Healing Unconscious Childhood & Love Trauma that impacts so many adults. She teaches The Mindset for Success, Personal Transformation, and Creating Conscious Loving Relationships with oneself and others. 

Notable Moments

09:51 – Riana on starting a business without experience

22:33 – Starting a business as a single mother

26:25 – How to use mindset and time management as an entrepreneur

35:59 – Why she keeps her team small

41:05 – Riana’s tips for growing a business

Connect with Riana

Website

Podcast

Riana’s Books

Mentioned on the Show

Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill

The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success by Deepak Chopra

I'd love to help you grow your freelance business! CLICK HERE to set up a zoom call.

Take control of your finances and figure out exactly what you need to earn with The Money Mapper.

~This podcast explores the journey to financial freedom through freelancing, remote work, and having an online business, tackling challenges like getting clients, imposter syndrome and burnout, while promoting a growth mindset, confidence, and the ambition to build a remote career with better work life balance, time management, and productivity, all through intentional mindset shifts, personal development, and learning to work smarter, especially when working from home or navigating a career change.~

We are bombarded by distractions so much so we take them for granted. Smart phones, social media, internet and more, all demand our attention while we try to focus on the things that are most important to us. 

One thing most successful women entrepreneurs have in common is some method of tuning out the distractions so they can do the work. In this episode, Kiri examines one such focus technique inspired by her conversation with Ayesha Shelton. Tune in to tune out the distractions, skyrocket productivity and master your focus.

Mentioned on the Show

The Pomodoro Technique

25:00 - Time to focus! (pomofocus.io)

Pomodoro Technique: History, Steps, Benefits, and Drawbacks (verywellmind.com)

I'd love to help you grow your freelance business! CLICK HERE to set up a zoom call.

Take control of your finances and figure out exactly what you need to earn with The Money Mapper.

~This podcast explores the journey to financial freedom through freelancing, remote work, and having an online business, tackling challenges like getting clients, imposter syndrome and burnout, while promoting a growth mindset, confidence, and the ambition to build a remote career with better work life balance, time management, and productivity, all through intentional mindset shifts, personal development, and learning to work smarter, especially when working from home or navigating a career change.~

Can you juggle a thriving real estate career, philanthropic endeavors, and family responsibilities without dropping the ball?

Ayesha Shelton manages to do it. In this episode, she teaches you to embrace change and how to make sure your support system is rock-solid around you. Leveraging and delegating is a must and that working on your pipeline daily guarantees success.

The best part of this episode? A key time management technique that changed the way Ayesha focuses and gets work done.

By tuning into this episode, you'll learn:

• How to efficiently manage your time and prioritize your goals.
• That maintaining relationships trumps all else when marketing
• A killer time management tool to improve your focus
• Why working on your pipeline daily is important for any business
• Strategy implementation for nurturing relationships and scaling your business sustainably

Hit play now and discover invaluable advice from Ayesha to take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey!

Ayesha Shelton is a top-producing real estate agent and owner of Park Street Homes construction company. Ayesha is also a devoted wife and busy mom and deeply committed to philanthropy.

Notable Moments

08:34 – Ayesha on achieving balance while working in real estate

17:02 – On how focus can improve your time management

23:46 – On hiring for your weaknesses

33:05 – On maintaining relationships

38:25 – Adding the right people is more important than adding people

Connect with Ayesha

Instagram

Mentioned on the Show

The Pomodoro Technique

I'd love to help you grow your freelance business! CLICK HERE to set up a zoom call.

Take control of your finances and figure out exactly what you need to earn with The Money Mapper.

~This podcast explores the journey to financial freedom through freelancing, remote work, and having an online business, tackling challenges like getting clients, imposter syndrome and burnout, while promoting a growth mindset, confidence, and the ambition to build a remote career with better work life balance, time management, and productivity, all through intentional mindset shifts, personal development, and learning to work smarter, especially when working from home or navigating a career change.~

You know you know what you’re doing… but do your potential clients know? Are you struggling to scale your freelance business despite your expertise? 

In this episode, Kiri emphasizes the importance of positioning yourself as an expert in your field through branding and how strategic marketing can elevate your brand and attract higher-paying clients. This is done by:

• Learning how to create a strong personal brand that sets you apart from the competition and positions you as an authority in your niche.
• Paying attention to every detail, including presenting proposals professionally and leveraging tools like Canva to make your pitches stand out and win more projects.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to scale your freelance business and attract higher-paying clients. Tune in now to learn how strategic marketing and branding can take your career to the next level.

I'd love to help you grow your freelance business! CLICK HERE to set up a zoom call.

Take control of your finances and figure out exactly what you need to earn with The Money Mapper.

~This podcast explores the journey to financial freedom through freelancing, remote work, and having an online business, tackling challenges like getting clients, imposter syndrome and burnout, while promoting a growth mindset, confidence, and the ambition to build a remote career with better work life balance, time management, and productivity, all through intentional mindset shifts, personal development, and learning to work smarter, especially when working from home or navigating a career change.~

Are you thinking about completely changing your career and you’re in a very different field of where your dream is? Andrea Davis is today’s guest and she started out in a career of culinary arts and jumped to commercial real estate, all while balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship.

Juggling career aspirations, family life, and personal passions can feel like an insurmountable challenge. But what if you could learn from someone who's mastered the art of multitasking and time management while building a successful real estate business empire?

This interview is for you!

• Learn strategies for time management and managing your personal life while facing multiple responsibilities.
• Use the power of branding and marketing to grow a thriving business even when your business is struggling, regardless of the industry.
• Why is mentorship, referrals, and fostering a supportive work culture essential for professional growth and success.

One of the most important takeaways from this interview that Andrea gives is that you CAN be a mom and have a career. There is no need to sacrifice either.

Time to take a listen and learn more about Andrea Davis, a mom to her teenage daughter. She was a chef and event planner, and became a broker of Davis Commercial AZ which, under her leadership, now has 7 brokers and more than $600 million in closed transactions.

Notable Moments

02:52 – Andrea on going from restaurants to real estate

07:48 – How branding was key to growing her business

13:32 – How her daughter shaped her business

20:24 – Building a business around her family

28:24 – Hiring challenges in the real estate industry

40:33 – Navigating a male-dominated industry as a woman entrepreneur

Connect with Andrea

Website

Mentioned on the Show

SimpLEASEity by Andrea Davis

Full Focus Planner

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Take control of your finances and figure out exactly what you need to earn with The Money Mapper.

~This podcast explores the journey to financial freedom through freelancing, remote work, and having an online business, tackling challenges like getting clients, imposter syndrome and burnout, while promoting a growth mindset, confidence, and the ambition to build a remote career with better work life balance, time management, and productivity, all through intentional mindset shifts, personal development, and learning to work smarter, especially when working from home or navigating a career change.~