If you're a freelancer or a creative business owner, chances are you've thought about whether to focus on project-based work, aim for more retainer clients, or try a mix of both. Maybe you're currently doing one and wondering if the grass is greener on the other side? That's exactly what I want to dive into today. I've worked in both a retainer model vs. project-based clients, and I have plenty of thoughts to share—lessons I've learned, pros and cons, and what’s currently working for me. Let’s get into it! 🎙️ In This Episode:<ul><li>Pros and Cons of a Retainer Model vs. Project-Based Work</li><li>Choosing One Model or Benefits and Challenges of Balancing Both</li><li>How to Choose The Right Business Model For You in 2025</li></ul> Links Mentioned: <ul><li>Read the full shownotes: <a href='https://thekarareport.com/57'>https://thekarareport.com/57</a></li><li>Hire us to write SEO-driven blog posts for you: <a href='https://thekarareport.com/blogging'>https://thekarareport.com/blogging</a></li><li>Our Pinterest Management Services: <a href='https://thekarareport.com/pinterest'>https://thekarareport.com/pinterest</a></li><li>Learn more about working with our marketing agency here: <a href='https://thekarareport.com/services'>https://thekarareport.com/services</a> </li><li>Follow me on Instagram: <a href='https://instagram.com/thekarareport'>https://instagram.com/thekarareport </a></li></ul>

If you're a freelancer or a creative business owner, chances are you've thought about whether to focus on project-based work, aim for more retainer clients, or try a mix of both. Maybe you're currently doing one and wondering if the grass is greener on the other side? That's exactly what I want to dive into today. I've worked in both a retainer model vs. project-based clients, and I have plenty of thoughts to share—lessons I've learned, pros and cons, and what’s currently working for me. Let’s get into it! 🎙️ In This Episode:Pros and Cons of a Retainer Model vs. Project-Based WorkChoosing One Model or Benefits and Challenges of Balancing BothHow to Choose The Right Business Model For You in 2025 Links Mentioned: Read the full shownotes: https://thekarareport.com/57Hire us to write SEO-driven blog posts for you: https://thekarareport.com/bloggingOur Pinterest Management Services: https://thekarareport.com/pinterestLearn more about working with our marketing agency here: https://thekarareport.com/services Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thekarareport

If you're a freelancer or a creative business owner, chances are you've thought about whether to focus on project-based work, aim for more retainer clients, or try a mix of both. Maybe you're currently doing one and wondering if the grass is greener on the other side? That's exactly what I want to dive into today. I've worked in both a retainer model vs. project-based clients, and I have plenty of thoughts to share—lessons I've learned, pros and cons, and what’s currently working for me. Let’s get into it! 🎙️ In This Episode:<ul><li>Pros and Cons of a Retainer Model vs. Project-Based Work</li><li>Choosing One Model or Benefits and Challenges of Balancing Both</li><li>How to Choose The Right Business Model For You in 2025</li></ul> Links Mentioned:&nbsp;<ul><li>Read the full shownotes: <a href="https://thekarareport.com/57" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://thekarareport.com/57</a></li><li>Hire us to write SEO-driven blog posts for you: <a href="https://thekarareport.com/blogging" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://thekarareport.com/blogging</a></li><li>Our Pinterest Management Services: <a href="https://thekarareport.com/pinterest" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://thekarareport.com/pinterest</a></li><li>Learn more about working with our marketing agency here: <a href="https://thekarareport.com/services" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://thekarareport.com/services</a>&nbsp;</li><li>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thekarareport" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://instagram.com/thekarareport&nbsp;</a></li></ul>

57 | Predictable Income or Creative Freedom? How to Choose Between Retainer Model vs. Project-Based Work

Hey there, welcome to "The Kara Report"! Each week, we’re sharing what we see real businesses doing to grow their business and expand their reach to help you grow your business and become a marketing pro. In each episode, we get granular and talk about real-world marketing strategies, what DOESN’T work when scaling your business, and host candid conversations on the latest business and marketing trends. We'll even share the juicy data we collect and behind-the-scenes bloopers as they come. No fluff, no filler; just authentic, in-depth discussions that explore the key factors that truly make a difference in your business success. After all, we know that marketing your business is about more than Instagram Reels tips and social media algorithm hacks, and great marketing also doesn’t always mean you’re running a successful, profitable business.&nbsp; While we specialize in content marketing, blogging for SEO, Pinterest marketing, and website copy for our own content marketing agency, all marketing strategies are welcome (and discussed) here. Whether you're an established entrepreneur looking to refine your business or marketing strategy or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, we’re serving up valuable insights designed to help you navigate the ever-changing world of business and marketing.&nbsp; We believe when you do the work, you’ll reap the rewards and we promise we will focus on results-driven action steps (not the busy work) to help you hit your goals this year. Now let’s get started!

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Hey there, welcome to "The Kara Report"! Each week, we’re sharing what we see real businesses doing to grow their business and expand their reach to help you grow your business and become a marketing pro. In each episode, we get granular and talk about real-world marketing strategies, what DOESN’T work when scaling your business, and host candid conversations on the latest business and marketing trends. We'll even share the juicy data we collect and behind-the-scenes bloopers as they come. No fluff, no filler; just authentic, in-depth discussions that explore the key factors that truly make a difference in your business success. After all, we know that marketing your business is about more than Instagram Reels tips and social media algorithm hacks, and great marketing also doesn’t always mean you’re running a successful, profitable business.  While we specialize in content marketing, blogging for SEO, Pinterest marketing, and website copy for our own content marketing agency, all marketing strategies are welcome (and discussed) here. Whether you're an established entrepreneur looking to refine your business or marketing strategy or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, we’re serving up valuable insights designed to help you navigate the ever-changing world of business and marketing.  We believe when you do the work, you’ll reap the rewards and we promise we will focus on results-driven action steps (not the busy work) to help you hit your goals this year. Now let’s get started!

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