In this solo episode of Creatively Connected, Chris Rippy breaks down the real difference between having clients and building a business as a creator.

Chris shares a personal story about how he went broke after working with his biggest client to date — and the hard lesson it taught him about stability, structure, and relying solely on one-off opportunities. From there, he explores why many creators stay busy, land clients, and still feel financially unstable.

This episode dives into:

• why clients don’t always equal security
• the difference between task-based work and outcome-driven thinking
• how creators can build more consistency and control over their work

If you’re a freelancer navigating inconsistency, pressure, or uncertainty, this conversation offers real perspective from experience.

At the end of the episode, Chris also mentions the Freelance to Freedom community — a space for creators looking for clarity, structure, and support as they build their careers.

You can learn more or join here: https://www.skool.com/freelancetofreedom/about?ref=e157ec5139864c6daebe71ae0b91934c