If Not Proposals, What?

If Not Proposals, What?

Author: Millo December 7, 2023 Duration: 56:32
On today’s show: you hear us harping on proposals all the time. We think they are usually a waste of time. But if you’re not sending proposals, then… what? How do you pitch your services to new clients? Well, there’s a way more efficient way to do it. And we unpack it with today’s guest, Tim, on this episode of Freelance to Founder. Here we go… PS: Get featured in an upcoming Q&A! Just visit http://freelancetofounder.com/ask and submit a question.  Support our sponsors so we can keep airing new episodes: Shopify - The global commerce platform. Build your business with Shopify to sell online, offline, and everywhere in between. Masterclass - Learn from the best, be your best. Get unlimited access to thousands of bite-sized lessons. LinkedIn Talent Solutions - With access to 900M professionals and real-time data, you can find and hire the right people to grow your business and make it thrive. Babbel - Learn a new language and see where it takes you. Our listeners get up to 55% off at this link. The Freelance Files - Done-for-you docs for better freelancing Dripify - Premium learning platform for entrepreneurs. SolidGigs - Get more freelance jobs 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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Freelance to Founder
Podcast Episodes
What To Systemize First? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:17
Dave's agency is humming along, but everything — how he prices, how he delivers, how he handles problems — lives entirely in his head. It's worked so far, but he can feel it starting to strain. So he's asking the questio…
Real Freedom vs. Another "Job" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:32
Priya left her full-time job to build an agency on her own terms — and now finds herself buried under client obligations she can't seem to escape. Every new project feels like a trap, and turning down work feels like a r…
Stop Doing Everything Yourself...Here's Why [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:58
Marcus built his agency the hard way—doing everything himself until the clients came, the revenue got steady, and the team grew. But now, with real momentum on his side, he's still the one making every call, reviewing ev…
This Mistake Cost Me $30,000 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:49
Lena is a new freelancer staring down one of the most universally dreaded moments in self-employment: tax season. She knows taxes are confusing, but she's not sure whether to invest in an accountant from the start or try…
This Matters Less Than You Think [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:11
Rashid wants to land clients outside his home country, but the unknowns are holding him back — different governments, tricky payment terms, and contracts that feel impossible to enforce across borders. Preston and Austin…
Are You Missing Out on Money? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:53
Aisha is just starting out as a freelancer and wrestling with the question that trips up almost everyone in the early days: what should I actually charge? She knows she doesn't want to undersell herself, but she also has…
Do I Have to Sacrifice Family for Growth? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:09
Jenna finds herself wanting to build a successful business without sacrificing her values or family time. Preston Lee and Dawn Andrews share what it takes to design a leadership role that truly fits your life, offering c…
The Real Power of SOPs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:35
For Nicole, what started as a quest for freedom through freelancing has morphed into a complex leadership challenge—managing a team that seems to consume more time than the work itself. Preston Lee and Dawn Andrews explo…
Fighting Imposter Syndrome [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:26
Amanda is standing at a pivotal moment in her leadership journey—wrestling with the internal doubts that plague many first-time team leaders. As she steps into her new role, the weight of proving herself feels overwhelmi…
When Paperwork = Death [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:41
Jason from our listener community is stuck in a common entrepreneurial trap—feeling overwhelmed by the administrative demands of maintaining his LLC. Preston Lee and Bobby Casey dive deep into why business structure matt…