120: Freelancing Helped Me Launch a New Business (Where I've Been)

120: Freelancing Helped Me Launch a New Business (Where I've Been)

Author: Michael Leonard: Copywriter & Freelance Writing Coach March 2, 2023 Duration: 12:46

After a two-year hiatus of this podcast I'm back and want to help you start and scale your writing business in 2023. In this episode we'll cover:

  • The new content schedule
  • Discuss the ups/downs of freelancing
  • How freelance writing can help you quit your job
  • How freelancing helped me start a new golf business

>> Scale Your Freelance Writing Business 

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>>Get 1:1 Help From a 6-Figure Writer 

Sick of feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, and confused on how to launch or scale your business? Apply for 1:1 coaching with me to get access to Freelance to 5K + 30 or 60 days mentorship from a 6-figure writer inside Freelance to 5K Accelerator. Or, hourly coaching and consulting calls too. 

>> Launch Your Writing Website 

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>>Land Your First Client in 30 Days or Less 

Want to get started landing clients now? Then make sure to join "Your First Writing Client" - this mini-course will help you land your first client in 30 days or less (100% FREE).

Email michael AT inspireyoursuccess.com with any questions about working together. 


Michael Leonard was a professional copywriter earning a solid salary before he walked away from that career in 2017. With no safety net, he built a thriving online writing business from the ground up. In his Inspire Your Success podcast, he gets into the real work behind that transition, moving beyond simple inspiration to offer a practical roadmap. Each conversation is grounded in his experience as a freelance writing coach, focusing on the actionable steps needed to build a sustainable independent career. You’ll hear honest discussions about the mental shifts required to leave a traditional job, the systems that actually generate income, and how to navigate the common pitfalls of entrepreneurship. This isn't about vague motivational talk; it's a detailed look at creating a business that affords more freedom, whether that means paying off debt, traveling, or simply designing a life with more flexibility. Tune in for a blend of strategic business advice and personal development insights, all drawn from Michael’s own journey from a structured 9-5 to successful self-employment. The podcast serves as a direct mentorship for anyone feeling stuck, providing the tangible tools and mindset needed to turn professional aspirations into a working reality.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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