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The intersection of inspired creativity and common business sense for freelance designers, illustrators, and photographers who want to have fulfilling, successful businesses. Hosted by Alvalyn Lundgre... more
FAQs about Freelance Road Trip Podcast:How many episodes does Freelance Road Trip Podcast have?The podcast currently has 155 episodes available.
February 11, 2021Should Freelancers Work With Family and Friends?Friends and family should not be in your "ideal client" description. Why? Because all sorts of unexpected things happen that can suck your time, stress you out, and make you wish you'd never said "yes." In the episode I share what happened with one of my client/friend projects, and how you can avoid problems in any working relationship simply by implementing and following through on your own business policies. Avoid drama and resentments by keeping your professional boundaries intact....more11minPlay
February 04, 2021Better Clients Through FilteringDo you accept every client and project that comes your way? Have you ever worked with a client where things began well but soon went sideways? Every freelancer who's been in it for a few years has at least one story to tell. If you'd prefer not having stories to tell, start filtering out less desirable projects and clients so you can say yes to your best kinds of clients. In this episode I share my filters and non-negotiables for qualifying prospective clients, along with a few true stories. It's okay to say "no"....more17minPlay
January 28, 2021Aesthetics, Your Clients, and YouA book review and discussion of why aesthetics matter in business, commerce, communication, and branding. I describe the difference between aesthetic principles — the form (or visual) language — and the idea of personal or corporate style/aesthetic. And I explain why the work you create for your clients is valuable and your "job" as a creative pro is legit. The book: "Aesthetic Intelligence: How To Boost It and Use It in Business and Beyond" by Pauline Brown. Published by Harpers Business....more22minPlay
January 21, 2021How Setting Goals Helps You SucceedAs a freelance creative, you get to design your own success. Your whole life relies on your ability to achieve your professional objectives, so success isn't optional. Setting significant goals is one of the most powerful things you can do to accelerate your business. Here are essential insights and a strategic approach to goal-setting that can help you ensure success and longevity....more21minPlay
January 15, 2021Don't Fall For This ScamScammers are highly creative in who and how they target. No one is exempt. This creative project scam, in which the scammers pose as businesses or start-ups to target independent creatives, has been circulating in various forms for more than 15 years. I share my first experience with this scam, what I learned, and how to spot the scam so you don't take the bait....more18minPlay
January 07, 202112 Rules For Freelance SuccessI share a few of my rules and business policies which have helped me build a successful freelance business. These have kept me from making bad decisions. Some have been formed on the fly and others have been established as the result of a sad situation. Some are simply common sense. No matter what the impetus is for creating a rule, the purpose is to protect my creativity and livelihood....more23minPlay
December 24, 20207 Things You Must Do To Start FreelancingDo you want to build a business our of your creative work? Stop thinking like an artist and starting acting like a business owner. Start with these 7 easy-to-do things to set up a firm foundation for your freelance design, photography, copywriting, or illustration business....more19minPlay
December 18, 2020Is It Time For A Rest Stop?My 3 dogs, who enjoy lying around in puddles of sunlight all day, are the inspiration for this discussion about the importance of rest to you success, overall well-being, and creative energy. On any road trip, rest stops provide a welcome respite. It's no different for your freelance journey. I present two ways to think about rest and 3 reasons you need to take it seriously as you launch and build your freelance business....more22minPlay
December 10, 2020How To Listen To Your ClientsListening belongs before you begin and and all the way through to the end of a creative project. It's possible to win better clients and maintain healthy working relationships through active, focused listening. Effective listening helps you to frame a premise that you can use as the basis for your creative solutions, and build trust with your clients. Practice these 5 tips for listening in all of your business and client conversations. Listening well is the foundation for great working relationships and successful creative work....more17minPlay
December 05, 2020Planning For A Prosperous YearIt's annual planning season! Where have you come from? Where are you going? In this episode I unpack a successful planning process. Planning gives us a road map to follow. Instead of launching the new year with a few nebulous resolutions, we can have clear goals, strategies and tactics in place that will empower us to make a difference. In planning you define your purpose and bench marks. With a solid destination and purpose — and if we've written them down and schedules — we're far more likely to achieve our goals than if we choose to wing it....more36minPlay
FAQs about Freelance Road Trip Podcast:How many episodes does Freelance Road Trip Podcast have?The podcast currently has 155 episodes available.