By Team AP Consulting
The podcast currently has 186 episodes available.
You’ve done the work. You’ve set up the business. You’re making a profit. But… you’re still not happy. Why? The answer could be that you’re not operating in the space that you actually want to be in. So let’s talk about the distinctions between being a freelancer, contractor, small business, and agency owner. It’s really important to have self-awareness in choosing the right business model for YOUR goals and YOUR lifestyle. I want to empower you by providing clarity in business roles and countering the misleading marketing pressures in the online entrepreneurial space. I’m going to ask you several questions so you can find out what your true business identity is - whether that’s to seek independence, to manage a team, or scale for the long-term.
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00:00 — Introduction and Episode Overview
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Networking. It sucks, right? Maybe…or maybe you’re just looking at it wrong. Let’s examine networking as a primary marketing tool. I’m going to share some insights from The Roundtable, and how Dial Zero Marketing approaching networking as a marketing tool. We’ll go over the challenges and strategies of networking in various locations, practical tips for building genuine connections, and the importance of being seen and vulnerable in business relationships. Trust me - there are so many benefits of leveraging online communities, attending industry events, and collaborating on projects. Building deep, meaningful business relationships over superficial connections is how our businesses excel, and networking is how we make those relationships.
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00:00 — The Power of Networking Over Traditional Marketing
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How do you stand out in the now-overcrowded online space? Julia from “Smarter in a Sec” is a brand strategist, social media consultant, and content creator who has cracked the code on standing out: being yourself. In this interview, I dive into Julia's journey from a strategy consultant to a content creator and how she arrived at her unique content strategy of blending smart insights and product recommendations. Discover Julia’s tips on building a personal brand, the challenges and joys of creating content, and the importance of authenticity and vulnerability. Julia also shares practical advice on being loud about your accomplishments, balancing career and personal life, and the power of thought leadership. This ep is perfect for busy entrepreneurs juggling multiple responsibilities!
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00:00 — Welcome and Introduction
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✦ Julia’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/smarterinasec/
✦ Julia’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@smarterinasec
✦ Julia’s Website: https://smarterinasec.com
✦ https://smarterinasec.substack.com/subscribe
✦ Julia’s Store: https://shopmy.us/smarterinasec
✦ Muna’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/mkedi.co/
✦ Get Our Podcast List: https://teamap.consulting/podcast
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Let’s talk different pricing models. How do you know when to use the best model for you? How do you use hourly rates, project fees, or custom pricing? What is the reason behind using one or the other? In this, I am covering my insight as someone who has been involved in pricing for the past 15 years in a wide variety of sectors. From Dial Zero to Team AP to Me Time to Fast Forward, pricing has been everything in the way that I run my business and my employees and contractors. I’m giving you all my insights into the pricing strategies that have worked for me and why I think they work, what each of the pros and cons are of each model, and I also provide tips for setting prices confidently. Tune in to learn how to optimize your pricing strategy!
00:00 — Intro to Pricing
02:55 — Understanding Different Pricing Models
05:56 — Hourly Rates: Pros and Cons
07:01 — Flat Rate Pricing: When and How to Use It
07:38 — Custom Pricing: Tailoring to Client Needs
07:45 — Practical Examples and Case Studies
11:04 — Choosing the Right Pricing Model for Your Business
14:48 — Conclusion and Next Steps
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We are putting our focus on managing lower-priced service offerings and avoiding the trap of over-delivering without adequate compensation. Have you been wondering how to structure your business offerings to avoid feeling resentment for working too hard for too little? I hear you. Trust me when I say I get just how important it is to price accurately, recognize when you're overworked and underpaid, and strategize on how you can please your clients without sacrificing yourself. You’ll walk away knowing how to set clear boundaries for your lower-priced services while still allowing your clients to grow through you. We’re here for this long haul, and these practical tips will definitely make you reexamine how you are pricing your services.
00:00 — Let’s Talk Pricing
03:05 — Over-Delivering on Lower Priced Services
04:22 — Questions to Assess Your Pricing Strategy
08:35 — The Importance of Matching Service to Payment
10:00 — Structuring Your Offers to Avoid Resentment
11:17 — Creating Tiered Service Experiences
12:20 — Tips to Reevaluate Your Pricing Structure
13:40 — Pricing The Experience of Working with You
16:27 — The Biggest Takeaway to Be in Service to the Client
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I get it. Pricing your services is TOUGH. When I had to price my offers with Team AP Consulting Dial Zero Marketing, I had to figure out what was right for me. So how do you figure that out for yourself? The key is brand presence, market research, client expectations, and the overall ecosystem of your sales. We need to balance not underpricing or overpricing services, and I give you my iconic steakhouse vs. Applebee’s metaphor to help clarify this point in the episode. If you’ve been struggling with finding the price that’s just right for your business to be profitable, this episode will help you figure out what your next steps are. Let’s get those sales figures up!
00:00 — The Importance of Pricing in Business
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I am BACK! I’ve returned to share valuable tips for those of you in your first year of business. We’re touching on the importance of foundational tasks such as getting contracts and hiring an accountant early. Seriously. Having basic branding, time-blocking for different business functions, and building a supportive community is EVERYTHING in that first year. If you’ve been looking for practical steps to navigate your new business or wanting to return to the basics for your current business, this episode is gonna give you actionable advice to help you build a strong start in your entrepreneurial journey.
00:00 — Welcome Back to The Unfiltered Entrepreneur
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The podcast currently has 186 episodes available.