We've finally made it—the season finale! And it's a good one.

This week, we (Cody and Johnny) delve deeply into the challenging terrains of managing toxic clients in the freelancing podcast world. You'll get to hear real-life stories and invaluable strategies for maintaining professional boundaries, ensuring clear communication, and handling demanding expectations.

The emphasis on professional integrity and avoiding destructive relationships takes center stage, offering listeners practical wisdom and insights into transforming challenging client scenarios into opportunities for growth and learning. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to navigate the complexities of client management while preserving professionalism and moral decency in the industry!

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Kiffanie Stahle is an attorney (Stahle Law) who understands the legal needs of the creative community. Kif breaks down the complexities and potential pitfalls that often go unnoticed by freelancers. Kif sits down with Cody and Johnny to share why contracts are so important for making sure both the freelancer and the freelancer's client are protected, but as importantly, everyone is on the same page about the scope of work. She even shares inexpensive ways to ensure freelancers are protected, which you may already be doing! Freelancers will gain valuable insights into how an attorney can tailor contracts to protect freelancers' rights, outline payment terms, and establish clear project scopes. Listen to this episode to understand why investing in legal expertise is a game-changer for freelancers looking to secure work with clients (especially those big clients). Finally, Kif started The Artists JD and The Artist's Courtyard for freelancers, where they can find books, courses, templates, and community for podcasters and creatives on all things legal.

Catch more of Cody's tips and tutorials on YouTube: @CodyCrabbEdits or delve deeper into his world at codycrabb.com. For more of Johnny's insights, connect at florespodcastproductions.com.

Have a pressing question or a burning topic suggestion for Cody and Johnny? Reach out at podcastsurvival@gmail.com. Your insights might just fuel our next episode! Remember to spread the word about your favorite episodes to fellow podcast aficionados.

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In this jam-packed episode of The Podcast Producer's Survival Handbook, Cody and Johnny draw from their rich experiences as podcast professionals. Starting off with personal tales of realizing the significance of downtime, both hosts transition smoothly into a deep dive on the 'Podcast Movement' - the paramount convention for podcasters. They cover everything: its history, significance, and why it's a must-attend for freelancers in the industry. Listeners are given a virtual tour of the event, with a special focus on the 2023 convention set to happen at the Gaylord Rockies in Denver.

Beyond just highlighting the event itself, Cody and Johnny get practical, providing tips on attending strategy, ways to maximize experiences without breaking the bank, and emphasizing the unmatched power of networking. Navigating through the maze of panels at various events, they shed light on their similarities and underlying motivations. As they reminisce about the Vegas podcast movement, Johnny unveils his ultimate budgeting hack, and both stress the importance of strategic planning based on event locations. Wrapping up, they touch upon upcoming conventions, ensuring listeners are always in the loop.

Catch more of Cody's tips and tutorials on YouTube: @CodyCrabbEdits or delve deeper into his world at codycrabb.com. For more of Johnny's insights, connect at florespodcastproductions.com.

Have a pressing question or a burning topic suggestion for Cody and Johnny? Reach out at podcastsurvival@gmail.com. Your insights might just fuel our next episode! Remember to spread the word about your favorite episodes to fellow podcast aficionados.

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