Two Pixels Off

10 Biggest Insecurities Creative Entrepreneurs Struggle With - Episode 47

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Hey Pixels! Mike Janda and Brad Hussey are back with a brand new episode of Two Pixels Off, and this one is packed with real talk for creative entrepreneurs to tackle the biggest insecurities that freelancers, web designers, and creative agencies face daily. From finding clients to imposter syndrome to the fear of rejection, they break it all down with rapid-fire insights to help creatives push past their doubts and grow their businesses.

šŸ”“ Whatā€™s in This Episode?

In this episode, Brad and Mike discuss 10 common insecurities that creative entrepreneurs struggle with and share practical strategies to overcome them. With a mix of personal experience, expert advice, and a few laughs along the way, they cover everything from pricing fears to work-life balance challenges.

āœØ Episode Highlights:
  • šŸ”„ The biggest mistake creatives make when finding clientsā€”and how to fix it.
  • šŸ’° A simple way to tell if pricing is too high or too low.
  • šŸ˜Ø How to manage imposter syndrome and build confidence.
  • šŸ™…ā€ā™‚ļø Why the fear of rejection is holding creatives backā€”and how to shift perspective.
  • šŸ“‰ The truth about scaling & hiringā€”and how to know when itā€™s time to grow.
  • šŸ’” The key to overcoming the fear of selling without feeling pushy.
  • šŸ¤– How creatives can embrace AI without losing their jobsā€”and which tools actually matter.
    • šŸš€ Key Takeaways for Freelancers & Agencies:
    • āœ… Get specificā€”niching down makes finding clients easier, not harder.
    • āœ… Contracts matterā€”bad client management often starts with vague agreements.
    • āœ… Selling isnā€™t sleazyā€”when done right, itā€™s simply helping clients succeed.
    • āœ… AI is a tool, not a threatā€”embracing the right technology can make work faster and smarter (shoutout to Wix Studio for leading the way!).

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      About Two Pixels Off (Podcast)

      Learn how to run a successful creative business. Two Pixels Off hosts, Mike Janda and Brad Hussey, share actionable strategies and tips to help creative entrepreneurs market their services, sell effectively, execute projects, price profitability, and more. Get out your notepad! Listen to Two Pixels Off on your favorite podcast platform!
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      Website: https://michaeljanda.com
      Community: https://morecreativeacademy.com
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      Connect with Brad Hussey

      Website: https://www.bradhussey.ca/
      Community: https://creativecrewcommunity.com/
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      LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/bradhussey
      Instagram: https://instagram.com/bradhussey
      YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CreativeCrewCommunity

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