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Boss Responses

Treasa Edmond

63 episodes

7 months ago

Send us a text Ever sent a proposal, only to hear… nothing? You’re not alone. In today’s episode, we tackle the age-old freelancer problem of proposal ghosting. Is it your pricing? Your process? Your client selection? My special guest co-host Jamie Brindle and I break down two different approaches—one that involves a streamlined, high-conversion proposal system and one that cuts proposals out of the equation entirely. Whichever path you choose, this episode will help you land more clients wit...

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Send us a text Ever sent a proposal, only to hear… nothing? You’re not alone. In today’s episode, we tackle the age-old freelancer problem of proposal ghosting. Is it your pricing? Your process? Your client selection? My special guest co-host Jamie Brindle and I break down two different approaches—one that involves a streamlined, high-conversion proposal system and one that cuts proposals out of the equation entirely. Whichever path you choose, this episode will help you land more clients wit...

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Entrepreneurship,

Episodes (20/63)

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#63 Why Clients Ghost Your Proposals (And How to Fix It) with Jamie Brindle

Send us a text Ever sent a proposal, only to hear… nothing? You’re not alone. In today’s episode, we tackle the age-old freelancer problem of proposal ghosting. Is it your pricing? Your process? Your client selection? My special guest co-host Jamie Brindle and I break down two different approaches—one that involves a streamlined, high-conversion proposal system and one that cuts proposals out of the equation entirely. Whichever path you choose, this episode will help you land more clients wit...

9 months ago

18 minutes

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#62: 3 Marketing Tactics That Will Actually Get You Clients with Jamie Brindle

Send us a text Trying to market yourself as a freelancer but drowning in a sea of conflicting advice? Social media, SEO, cold outreach—where do you even start? In today’s episode, my special guest co-host Jamie and I break down exactly how to cut through the noise and focus on the right strategies that actually bring in clients. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by all the ways you could market yourself, this episode is your shortcut to clarity. WE ALSO TALKED ABOUT • The reason freelancers str...

9 months ago

16 minutes

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#61: Shifting from One-Time Gigs to Repeat Clients with Jamie Brindle

Send us a text Ever finish a project, pat yourself on the back for a job well done, and then… nothing? No follow-up, no repeat work, just radio silence. You know they liked your work—so why aren’t they coming back? The answer has nothing to do with talent and everything to do with positioning. In this episode, Jamie and I share how to go from “task-completer” to “strategic partner”—and why that’s the key to locking in long-term clients. WE ALSO TALKED ABOUT • Why doing great work isn’t enough...

9 months ago

12 minutes

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#60: Raising Rates With Confidence with Jamie Brindle

Send us a text Freelancers often struggle with the fear of raising their rates, worried that it might cost them valuable clients. This episode breaks down the essentials of how to navigate these conversations, stressing the importance of value, communication, and building strong client relationships. About Our Guest Jamie Brindle been freelancing for 16 years, and in that time he's worked with clients ranging from local mom and pop restaurants, to Fortune 500 companies like Google, Hillshir...

9 months ago

19 minutes

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#59: Building Respectful Client Partnerships with Sarah Greesonbach

Send us a textAre you ready to reshape how you build and manage your client relationships? Host Treasa Edmond sits down with Sarah Greesonbach, the founder of B2B Content Studio and the B2B Writing Institute this week to discuss why setting clear, respectful boundaries in client relationships is not just beneficial, but essential for your professional success and personal well-being.They discuss how you can establish healthy boundaries with clients and. Sarah demystifies common misconceptions...

9 months ago

45 minutes

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#58: Why Value Beats Volume: Pricing Strategies with Sarah Greesonbach

Send us a textWhat if you could escape the grind of endless work hours and actually see the financial reward you deserve? Join Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Sarah Greesenbach on this episode of Boss Responses as they explore how to identify and cultivate relationships with high-value clients, redefine your bottom line, and set thriving fee rates. Imagine working smarter, not harder, and prioritizing quality over quantity to enhance both your work and personal life. It's time to shift your m...

9 months ago

16 minutes

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#57: Collaboration vs. Formal Partnerships with Sarah Greesonbach

Send us a textEver wondered if teaming up with another freelancer is the key to unlocking new creative heights? Or is it a potential recipe for disaster? Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Sarah Gressonbach dive into a debate of collaboration versus formal partnerships, offering insights that could transform your freelance career. They discuss the complexities of profit sharing, client ownership, and resolving creative differences while emphasizing the power of clear communication and written ag...

9 months ago

14 minutes

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#56: What to do when the Project is TOO Much with Sarah Greesonbach

Send us a textWhat happens when a freelance project becomes more complicated than imagined? Join Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Sarah Greesonbach as they answer a questions for Zach, a graphic designer who's found himself in over his head after he accepts a dense, technical biotech project. It's good to stretch ourselves and learn new skills and niches, but when is up-skilling during a client project a bad idea? We stress the importance of honesty over the false comfort of "faking it till yo...

10 months ago

10 minutes

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#55: Evaluating Client Risks with Sarah Greesonbach

Send us a textEver wondered if dedicating most of your working hours to a single client is a smart business move? Join host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Sarah Greesonbach, founder of B2B Content Studio, as they unravel the complexities of managing long-term client relationships, especially within the unpredictable realm of startups. Sarah shares her wealth of experience in high-impact marketing content, and together they highlight the potential risks and the importance of contract flexibil...

10 months ago

12 minutes

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#54: Balancing Work and Life as a Freelancer with Lizzie Davey

Send us a text In this episode of the Boss Responses Podcast, host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Lizzie Davey dive into effective strategies for managing freelance work and personal life. They explore the contrasts between corporate and freelance environments, emphasizing the need for a flexible yet structured schedule. Topics include the importance of setting internal deadlines, using tools like Notion and Llama Life for organization, and maintaining strict work-life boundaries. This episo...

1 year ago

17 minutes

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#53: How to Avoid Freelancing Dry Spells with Lizzie Davey

Send us a text In this episode of the Boss Responses podcast, Treasa Edmond and her guest co-host Lizzie dive into the ever-relevant topic of the feast and famine cycle, something every freelancer and business owner faces at some point. They look at the challenge of managing fluctuating workloads and offer practical advice on how to maintain consistency by properly managing deadlines. Lizzie and Treasa share insights on how knowing your limits, setting realistic goals, and cultivating communi...

1 year ago

10 minutes

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#52: Handling Scope Creep like a Boss with Lizzie Davey

Send us a text In this episode of the Boss Responses podcast, host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Lizzie Davey delve into effective strategies for managing scope creep and handling client feedback delays. They share their experiences and provide actionable advice such as setting strict project boundaries, clarifying feedback deadlines, and demonstrating expertise early on to establish respect and professional relationships. Tune in to learn how to protect your business while fostering better...

1 year ago

9 minutes

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#51: How to Attract and Reach Out to the Right Clients with Lizzie Davey

Send us a text Join host Treasa Edmond and special guest co-host Lizzie Davey in this episode of Boss Responses as they share invaluable strategies for reaching out to and attracting the right clients. They give practical tips for forming relationships with potential clients, warm pitching, and qualifying clients. You'll learn why it's essential to work with clients who value your work and how to promote yourself effectively to ensure your proposals stand out. Don't miss this engaging discuss...

1 year ago

9 minutes

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#50: Better Clients, Less Marketing, and a Dream Business with Jessica Walrack

Send us a text In the 50th episode of the Boss Responses podcast, host Treasa Edmond celebrates the journey of starting the podcast and shares an insightful discussion with special guest, Jessica Walrack—founder of All Things Freelance Writing and a seasoned freelance finance journalist. They go deep into the importance of niching down in freelance writing and transitioning from outbound to inbound marketing. Jessica shares her experience of navigating the freelance industry, honing he...

1 year ago

43 minutes

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#49: Managing Difficult Clients with Jessica Walrack

Send us a text Ever wondered how to turn difficult client interactions into successful collaborations? Discover the secrets to managing unorganized clients, conflicting instructions, and never-ending revisions in this engaging episode of Boss Responses. Host Treasa Edmond and guest Jessica Walrack share their experiences and frustrations, offering actionable strategies to guide clients towards providing clear instructions, setting boundaries, and knowing when it’s time to seek better-fitting ...

1 year ago

18 minutes

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#48: Getting Clients Without Cold Emails with Jessica Walrack

Send us a text In this episode of the Boss Responses podcast, host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Jessica Walrack discuss the challenges of finding clients, especially during economic downturns. They explore strategies to attract clients, reach out effectively, and emphasize the significance of relational marketing over cold emails. The conversation covers how to leverage past clients, build sincere connections on LinkedIn, optimize LinkedIn profiles, and the importance of showcasing case st...

1 year ago

16 minutes

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#47: Avoiding Burnout as a Freelancer with Jessica Walrack

Send us a text In this episode of the Boss Responses podcast, host Treasa Edmond and guest Jessica Walrack discuss the challenges of balancing steady, profitable work with maintaining creative energy and content quality. Both share their personal journeys of handling constant deadlines, recognizing early signs of burnout, and developing strategies to gauge personal limits. They also emphasize the importance of setting boundaries, regularly evaluating projects, and continually moving up in cli...

1 year ago

10 minutes

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#46: Turning One-Off Clients into Repeat Business with Jessica Walrack

Send us a text What if you could transform your one-off clients into loyal, long-term partners? Join us on this episode of the Boss Responses podcast as host Treasa Edmond sits down with Jessica Walrick, the mastermind behind All Things Freelance Writing. Jessica and I tackle Leigh's question of how to create repeat and retainer work. Whether you're struggling to keep clients coming back or simply want to refine your approach, we promise this episode is packed with actionable strategies to ...

1 year ago

7 minutes

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#45: Taking the Trauma out of Setting Your Freelance Rates with Liz Heflin

Send us a text In this episode of the Boss Responses podcast, host Treasa Edmond welcomes Liz Heflin for her final episode of the week and an in-depth discussion on setting freelance rates. Liz shares her journey, starting from her early days of charging minimum wage to her current position of offering high-value content services. The episode covers key strategies for setting rates, dealing with rate-related imposter syndrome, negotiating with clients, and building lasting partnerships....

1 year ago

48 minutes

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#44: Should I Quit Freelancing? The Importance of Mindset with Liz Heflin

Send us a text In this episode of the Boss Responses podcast, host Treasa Edmond and guest Liz Heflin address the doubts and challenges faced by freelancers, especially when dealing with imposter syndrome and low-paying clients. They respond to a question from Paul, a 10-year freelance veteran struggling to make ends meet and doubting his abilities. Treasa and Liz provide practical advice on paying attention to your mental health, raising rates, and finding better clients. The episode e...

1 year ago

17 minutes