How to start building an email list as a freelancer

How to start building an email list as a freelancer

Author: Jason Resnick March 21, 2018 Duration: 6:48
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One of the mistakes that I didn’t do early on in my freelance career was to build an email list. Not having a list, or rather not spending some amount of effort into building one with high-quality emails, put me in a bad spot because I didn’t have any way to reach out to folks for referrals, outreach, overflow work, announce new services and solutions, and most importantly have a pipeline of leads. I don’t want you to make the same mistakes I did. Not every single person on this list will be who you want to sell to. Some of these people on your list are people that you want a network with and want to know about your services. If you have been freelancing for some time and still don’t have a growing list outside of your clients then you’ll want to do this so that you can get the word out about you and your services. Trust me, you may think that folks know what you do, even folks that you talk with regularly. Well, they don’t! Here are the 5 steps...

Jason Resnick runs a web development and design business, and he’s heard all the questions that keep independent creators up at night. Twice a week, he opens up the inbox for Ask Rezzz, turning those real-world frustrations into practical, actionable advice. This isn't about abstract theory; it's a direct line to someone who's navigated the same tricky terrain. You'll hear Jason tackle the messy, everyday problems-like dealing with a perpetually late client, figuring out how to build a stable stream of recurring revenue, or shifting your practice to attract clients who truly value your work. The tone is straightforward and conversational, focusing on sustainable strategies over quick fixes. If you're building a creative business and find yourself feeling stuck or overwhelmed, this podcast offers a regular dose of clarity from someone who gets it. Each episode feels like a focused coaching session, designed to help you move past the hurdles and grow a business that respects your time and expertise.
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