Self-Made Marketer

Self-Made Marketer

By Jenessa StarkBusinessEntrepreneurship
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Self-Made Marketer episodes

  • 36 - Get Paid On Repeat: How to Build a Stable Business with Retainers

    Here's the exact Pitch Deck Template I use in my business.

    I use Dubsado for invoicing, contracts, client onboarding, etc.

    My go-to contract template is the Freelancer Contract Template from Artful Contracts.

     The single biggest game changer for my financial freedom as a freelance marketer was moving away from a project-based business model to a retainer-based business model. In this episode, I'm peeling back the curtain on what goes into my monthly retainer services and how you can set up systems for repeatable income in your business.

    This description includes affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission when you purchase through the links at no additional cost to you. I only recommend products and services I use and trust.

    24 min
  • 35 - Are You Attracting Broke Clients? How to Get More Work with Ease
  • My go-to contract template is the Freelancer Contract Template from Artful Contracts.

    Far too often, freelancers set the bar too low when it comes to who they want to work with. Then, they get frustrated when nobody is willing to pay their rates, or when they can’t sign new clients.

  • In this episode, we’re talking about the caliber of client you need if you want to be successful as a freelance marketer (because, spoiler, not all clients fit the bill), and how you can shift your mindset and services to attract the type of clients who gladly pay their invoices on time.


    This description includes affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission when you purchase through the links at no additional cost to you. I only recommend products and services I use and trust.

  • 16 min
  • Positioning 101: How to Stand Out & Get Paid

    Whether you’re building a freelance business, marketing for clients, or pivoting like I am with this podcast, clear positioning is essential. In this episode, I break down what positioning really means, why it matters, and the key questions to ask to make sure your audience immediately knows who you help, what you help them achieve, and why you're the right fit.

    If your messaging isn’t making it obvious, this is your sign to revisit your positioning.

    12 min
  • How Scrappy Brands Are Dominating with Social Media SEO

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    Did you know that social media SEO goes beyond using keywords in your posts and bio? In this episode, I hack the social media SEO strategy for the brand RobeCurls and explain how you can replicate their wins and own the front page of Google.

    24 min
  • 3 Systems I Implemented in My First 30 Days as a Marketing Manager

    After stepping up from social media manager to fractional marketing manager for two e-commerce clients, I quickly realized that big results depend on better systems, not just more content or campaigns.

    In this episode, I’m breaking down the three foundational systems I implemented in my first month to increase clarity, streamline operations, and drive growth.

    33 min
  • From Social Media Manager to Strategic Partner: My Freelance Evolution

    After a long (and unplanned) hiatus, Self-Made Marketer is back—and so much has changed. In this episode, I’m sharing where I’ve been, what led me to pause the podcast, and why I’ve shifted from social media manager to fractional marketing manager.


    If you're a freelancer, marketer, or founder who's rethinking how you work, this one’s for you. Let’s talk about burnout, boundaries, and building a lucrative business that fulfills you.

    19 min
  • How to Weed Out Bad Clients

    Rock your client meeting with my free Discovery Call Prep Checklist.

    I'm Jenessa. I help freelancers scale sustainably by stacking skills, systems, and simple strategies.


    Watch this episode on YouTube.

    9 min

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Self-Made Marketer is the podcast that teaches you the skills, strategies, and mindset moves you need to cash in on your marketing hustle. I'm your host, Jenessa, and I love the freedom being a…