Should You Unbundle Strategy and Labor in Services Work?

Should You Unbundle Strategy and Labor in Services Work?

Author: Erik Dietrich June 5, 2026 Duration: 24:35
If you're offering services as a freelancer, does it make sense to unbundle strategy from labor? This episode digs into that question. This podcast is courtesy of Hit Subscribe. Prefer to watch the video version of this podcast? View this podcast as a video, here! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Links of the week: Careflow published a guide to patient referral leakage and how to reduce it. CSuite Content took a look at the leadership brand behind Partake Brewing's Ted Fleming. Enov8 broke down the differences between data mesh vs data lake architectures. InfluxData published a practical guide to using D3.js with React.

Erik Dietrich hosts Hit Subscribe Freelancer Q&A, a podcast that pulls back the curtain on the practical realities of running your own business. This isn't about abstract theory or motivational speeches; it's a grounded, question-and-answer format built directly from the challenges freelancers and solo entrepreneurs face every day. Each episode dives into specific, tactical concerns-from setting rates and negotiating contracts to managing client relationships and finding a sustainable workflow. You'll hear straightforward advice and thoughtful discussions that stem from real-world experience, offering a sense of clarity and camaraderie for anyone navigating the sometimes isolating world of self-employment. Tune in for honest conversations that cut through the noise, providing actionable insights whether you're just starting out or looking to refine an established practice. This podcast serves as a reliable resource, transforming common freelancing puzzles into manageable steps forward.
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How To Handle a Client Wanting Work When You're Sick? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:26
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How to Calculate Runway When You Have an Initial Contract [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:43
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How to Build a Marketing Funnel with an Audience on Another Platform [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:09
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What Should You Do When Asked to Implement a Bad Idea? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:49
It will sometimes come up that a prospect or client asks you to implement something that's either too vague to work or a flat-out bad idea. What should you do in this situation? Join us to learn more. View this podcast a…
Is Strategic Advice a Good Up-Sell for a Programmer? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:37
If you're a programmer (or, generally, a labor-based freelancer), is it a good idea to sell strategic advice as a kind of "up-sell" to your normal offering? Join us to learn more. View this podcast as a video on YouTube.…
How Should I Price an Hour-Long Training Session? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:33
I do a lot of theory in this series, but here's something practical. How would I recommend someone price an hour-long training session to teach social media tactics to a salesforce? Join us to learn more. View this podca…
How Should I Handle a Non-Compete Agreement from a Client? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:28
Sometimes, a client may ask you to sign a non-compete agreement as a prerequisite for engaging with them. Should you do it? How should you handle this situation in general? Join us to learn more. View this podcast as a v…
How Can You Move to Niching and Value Pricing? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:10
The default with freelancing is to charge by the hour and do generalist work. You might have, however, heard of value pricing and heard the idea that you should establish a niche. How should you go about doing that? View…
Does Having More Leads Mean You Can Raise Your Rates? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:17
As you grow your business successfully, you'll have more demand for your work and, thus, more leads. Does that naturally mean you can raise your rates? The answer is more complex than you might think. View this podcast a…