Hired by Nike, Spotify, Stripe, and more

Hired by Nike, Spotify, Stripe, and more

Author: Millo March 6, 2025 Duration: 40:39
On today’s show: how would you like to have clients like Nike, Netflix, Stripe, Twitch, Spotify and more? It’s a dream come true as a freelancer. And this dream is a reality for motion graphics expert Kate—who’s calling into the show today. Kate first talked with us a year ago, and since then, the entertainment industry has been through a lot, which leaves Kate wondering where her career is headed and what’s next. And we talk about a lot. From Kate’s best advice on how to get jobs with big brands as she does TO whether or not you have to hire a team to grow. It’s all on this episode of Freelance to Founder. Here we go. This episode was originally aired on January 25, 2024. PS: Get featured in an upcoming Q&A! Just visit http://freelancetofounder.com/ask and submit a question.  Support our Sponsors Our generous sponsors make this show 100% free to you. Support them at the link below. https://freelancetofounder.com/sponsors Get your own on-air coaching call We'd love to feature your business and offer some free on-air advice for growing your business. To see if you're a good fit, click here. Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts: If you enjoy the show, can you do us a favor and leave us an honest rating and review on Apple Podcasts? We'll love you forever. Click here to leave a review. More Recommended Listening: This show is a part of the Podglomerate, a company that produces, distributes, and monetizes podcasts. We encourage you to visit the website and sign up for our newsletter. We suggest you also try other Podglomerate shows about entrepreneurship, business, and creativity, such as Rocketship.fm and Creative Elements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s a common gap between working for yourself and truly building something that lasts, and Freelance to Founder lives in that space. This isn’t just theory; it’s a daily conversation for freelancers who are tired of the unpredictable income and ready to create a real business. Host Preston Lee draws from his own journey from freelancer to someone who has built and sold companies, and he brings that grounded perspective to every episode. Nearly every weekday, Preston is joined by other founders and entrepreneurs who’ve navigated the same path, breaking down the practical steps you can take to scale your solo operation. The call-in format means you’re hearing real questions from people in the trenches, facing the same client issues, pricing dilemmas, and growth plateaus you might be. Listening to this podcast feels like having a direct line to a supportive and experienced mastermind group, one that focuses on actionable strategies over vague inspiration. It’s for the designer, writer, developer, or consultant who’s ready to move beyond the feast-or-famine cycle and lay the foundation for something more substantial and sustainable. The discussions are candid, the advice is tested, and the goal is always clear: helping you transition from a solo practitioner to the founder of a thriving business.
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Why Your Messaging is Everything [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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On today’s show: your messaging matters. And when it comes to getting new clients, it probably matters more than anything else. So then, why do so many of us miss the mark when explaining our business to potential client…
[Q&A] Do Freelancers Need College? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:30
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[Q&A] But...Should I Hire By the Hour? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:43
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Anti-Hustle Culture [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:07
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[Q&A] Are Proposals Really Worth Your Time? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:15
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Hire First? or Get Clients First? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:50
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[Q&A] Is GoHighLevel Worth the Hype? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:59
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These Social Posts Get the Best Clients [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:31
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[Q&A] Upcharge a Client for Subcontracting? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:52
On today’s show: if you work with a sub-contractor, something we highly recommend—how much extra should you charge your client? And do they have to sign two different contracts? That’s what Kiki asks us in this Q&A episo…