Are you wasting months chasing the "perfect client" only to end up broke, burned out, and stuck in low-paying work?

Your ideal client obsession could be hurting your freelance growth.

If you've been told to build an ideal client avatar but still aren't attracting clients who can actually afford your rates, you're not alone. Many freelancers follow this advice and end up working tirelessly for clients who love their help but can't pay them what they’re worth.

Change that by listening to this episode where you’ll learn:

• Why the traditional "ideal client" advice is leading you down the wrong path.
  
  
• How to identify and target those that actually have the budget for your services.
  
  
• A smarter strategy for finding high-paying clients without sacrificing your values or time.

Tune in now to learn how to stop spinning your wheels and start getting paid what you're worth by focusing on the right industry first.

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What if relying on referrals is actually holding your freelance business back from long-term stability?

If you’ve ever felt stuck in the feast-or-famine cycle or worried about inconsistent client work, this episode will show you exactly why that instability happens and how to fix it.

Whether you’re just starting or years in, stabilizing your freelance income isn't just possible, it’s necessary for growth.

By the end of this episode you’re going to learn why:

• You should be focusing on one aspect of your marketing more than others
  
  
• Having referrals is kind of a risky way to run your business
  
  
• There are certain places online you need to be showing up and showcasing your services for greater stability

Press play now to learn the simple shifts that can protect your freelance income and finally give your business the stability it deserves.

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Is your freelance business in a bit of a lull with no new clients, no leads, and zero momentum?

Whether it's the end-of-summer slump or you're just stuck in a dry spell, this episode is packed with 4 strategies you can get started on TODAY to see some quick wins and help you stop waiting for work to land in your lap and start creating consistent opportunities.

By the end of this episode you will:

• Discover four simple, high-impact actions you can take this week to jumpstart your business.
  
  
• Learn how to de-risk your income by shifting from a reactive to proactive freelance business owner.
  
  
• Begin building a system that keeps clients coming to you even when you’re not actively promoting.

Hit play now to learn exactly how to start turning things around in your freelance business before the week’s over.

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Is there a secret to doubling your revenue without working more hours?

If you’re a freelancer or side-hustling solopreneur tired of undercharging and attracting the wrong clients, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at a proven strategy that helped me shift my brand, and my income.

Tune into discover:

• A simple framework that can position your brand to attract dream clients.
  
  
• Practical steps I took to go from $40/hour to $5K monthly retainers.
  
  
• How working just 25 hours a week can still lead to sustainable, high-revenue growth.

Press play now to hear me break down the exact process, while being interviewed by Ellen Yin, that helped me double my revenue while staying true to my values and schedule.

This episode is a replay of Cubicle To CEO Episode 247: How Reflecting Her Ideal Client Doubled This Solopreneur’s Revenue In One Year.

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Are you dreaming of ditching your 9-to-5 to freelance full-time but unsure if you're cut out for it?

In today's uncertain job market, freelancing feels like the perfect escape from layoffs, toxic workplaces, and rigid office culture. Yet jumping in without knowing the hard truths can lead to burnout, confusion, or worse: regret.

If you're contemplating this career shift, this episode gives you a clear-eyed look at what it really takes to thrive as your own boss.

Tune into this episode to discover:

• Why freelancing is more than flexible hours, and what it really means.
  
  
  
• The internal traits you'll need to build a sustainable, profitable career without employer safety nets.
  
  
  
• If you’re wired with certain personality traits that lead to self-employment success.
  
  

Hit play now to find out the 5 truths you must know before going freelance so you can succeed without surprises.

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Are you tired of working with clients who undervalue your skills and drain your energy?

If you’re a freelancer who’s finally moving past the “any client will do” phase and want to build a thriving business with clients who respect your expertise and pay what you're worth, this episode is your roadmap.

In this episode, you will:

• Discover how to position yourself so that high-quality clients naturally gravitate to your services.
  
  
• Learn a proven five-step system to pre-qualify clients and filter out red flags before you ever hop on a call.
  
  
• Get expert strategies to lead the client relationship from the first conversation all the way to a smooth, professional onboarding.
  
  

Hit play now to learn how to attract clients who value your work and never settle for less again.

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What if the beliefs holding you back from a thriving freelance career aren’t even true?

If you've ever felt stuck, underpaid, or unsure whether freelancing can really be a sustainable path forward, this episode will challenge common assumptions about the industry. Many freelancers unknowingly operate under myths that limit growth, income, and confidence — and it’s time to break free from that mindset.

Revealing these myths will help you:

• Discover why hourly pricing is sabotaging your potential and how to build more profitable packages.
  
  
• Learn how to stop relying on word-of-mouth and start attracting clients through intentional marketing.
  
  
• Understand what it truly takes to create long-term stability and treat freelancing like the serious career it is.

Hit play now to uncover the 10 freelancing myths keeping you stuck — and learn how to replace them with strategies that actually work.

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What would happen to your business if your social media account disappeared overnight?

If you're a freelancer or business owner relying solely on social media to attract clients, you're gambling with your livelihood.

When you're building on platforms you don’t own, one algorithm change or account hack can wipe out your client pipeline in an instant. Not to mention, being on social media 24/7 often leads freelancer to burnout, having them give up their marketing or worse - give up their business.

Listen to this episode to:

• Discover the real risks of relying on social media alone and what happened to a coach who lost 30,000 followers in one day.
  
  
• Learn how to protect and grow your business using channels you actually own, and how to implement it into your business.
  
  
• Walk away with actionable, client-getting strategies that don’t rely on trends, platforms, or algorithms.
  
  

Hit play now to find out how to future-proof your client strategy and stop losing business to short-term thinking.

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