In this episode, Zach talks to Tim Davidson from https://cleancommit.io about effective AI content creation for freelancers. Tim shares his innovative approach to using AI for content that stands out, avoiding the common pitfalls of generic AI-generated text. They discuss the importance of fine-tuning AI models to produce high-quality content, the challenges of using ChatGPT,…
In this episode, I explore a critical mistake many freelancers make — targeting newbie business owners, and how to build a profitable freelance offer ladder. You’ll learn why focusing on clients with established, profitable businesses can drastically increase your earnings and how to structure your services to cater to both high-end clients and newcomers without…
In this episode, I discuss two major marketing mistakes freelancers often make — expecting clients to be free and not knowing your numbers. You’ll learn how these misconceptions can drastically impact your business and the actionable steps you can take to avoid them. This episode will help if you’re struggling to get consistent clients or…
In this episode, I talk about the big mistakes freelancers and agency owners make when they delegate work to team members — and how to fix them. You’ll also learn the things you can (and should) delegate to other team members to free up your valuable time. This episode will help if you’re new to delegation or…
In this episode, I explain the differences between being a freelancer or an agency owner and why it’s important to choose one of these business models. Both options have their pros & cons, and it depends on which path suits you best. I’ll show you how you can make the right decision based on your…
Today, I’m sharing the 3 “pillars” of a successful freelancing business and the common areas where I see bottlenecks in each pillar. If you’re feeling stuck in your freelancing business, in this episode I’ll show you how to navigate these bottlenecks. And if you want to earn more, have more lifestyle freedom, or scale your…
Today, I’m talking to Taylor Jacobson From Focusmate. Taylor is the founder of Focusmate.com, the platform for virtual coworking sessions designed to help you focus and get anything done. (Focusmate is also Zach’s secret superpower for doing crap he reeeallly doesn’t want to do 😂) In today’s episode, we talk about how freelancers can create…
You know it’s important to save money. For retirement. For unexpected big expenses. And — especially as a freelancer — if you end up in a prolonged dry spell with no client work. Even though we all know that we should be saving, few people do. In fact, 62% of Americans have no money on hand for emergencies. It’s bad. Really…
The other day I was listening to one of my favorite podcasters talk about some of the differences between podcasting and hosting a traditional radio show. He was almost giddy at the fact that he was, as he put it, “un-cancelable”. No one, but his listeners, could put him off the (virtual) airwaves. And even…
This week I’m joined by Dennis Field, who — like me — has struggled with burnout. Who am I kidding though? This affects ALL of us. Late nights, weekends, and being “on call” for your clients can cause you to regret ever starting your own freelancing business. Dennis’ website How to Fight Burnout as a…