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6 Figure Creative is a podcast that helps freelance creatives earn more money by doing what they love. If you’re trying to avoid the never-ending grind of a 9–5, or just want to earn more money doing what you do best (creating), 6 Figure Creative is your new favorite show! Join host Brian Hood and his guests as they explore topics such as mental health, finances, sales, marketing, time management, the digital nomad lifestyle, and more.

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6 Figure Creative is a podcast that helps freelance creatives earn more money by doing what they love. If you’re trying to avoid the never-ending grind of a 9–5, or just want to earn more money doing what you do best (creating), 6 Figure Creative is your new favorite show! Join host Brian Hood and his guests as they explore topics such as mental health, finances, sales, marketing, time management, the digital nomad lifestyle, and more.

    How To Set Yourself Apart From The Other 500,000,000 Freelancers In The World | Part 2

    How To Set Yourself Apart From The Other 500,000,000 Freelancers In The World | Part 2

    Why should someone hire you vs alllll the other options they have?
    If you don't have a good answer to that question yet, it's time to start working on it before the estimated 500 Million freelancers come online by the end of this decade.
    This week I broke down 5 "Brute Force Differentiators" you can use to set yourself apart.
    If you're trying to find more ways to stand out, this is a great start!
    In this episode you’ll discover:

    The three rules of differentiation

    Why lowering your price will never help you


    When you need to stand out to close the deal

    Focusing on one point so you aren't spread thin

    Types of differentiators

    Why being the best doesn't matter

    Why gear is not a good differentiator

    Growing a better network to stand out

    For full show notes, visit https://6figurecreative.com/301

    • 25 min
    How To Set Yourself Apart From The Other 500,000,000 Freelancers In The World | Part 1

    How To Set Yourself Apart From The Other 500,000,000 Freelancers In The World | Part 1

    "But they do it for less".

    If you've heard lines like that over the past year, get ready to hear it even more over the next 5-10 years.

    Why?

    Well here's a terrifying stat: There are an estimated 500,000,000 freelancers "coming online" by the end of this decade.

    WTF can we do to set ourselves apart from all those people WITHOUT resorting to dropping our rates?

    It all comes down to one unsexy word: Differentiation.

    Why should someone hire YOU vs alllll the other options they have?

    If you don't have a damn good answer for that, you're going to have a bad time...

    Stick around for this new series where I'll dive into all the nitty-gritty on how to stand out, earn more, and keep doing what we love for the rest of your life.

    In this episode you’ll discover:

    How freelancing grew in recent years

    Why should someone hire you?

    How low pricing hurts you and all other creatives

    The dangers of trying to appeal to everyone

    Making sure we don't lose our creativity while running a business

    The importance of differentiation in your business

    For full show notes, visit https://6figurecreative.com/300

    • 20 min
    Why You Should Ask Your Clients For Feedback After Every Single Project | The Infinite Clients Series

    Why You Should Ask Your Clients For Feedback After Every Single Project | The Infinite Clients Series

    If you're an obsessive learner (or ADHD) like me, there's probably a long list of new things you've learned and implemented as a freelancer over the past year.
    Maybe you've set up that rock-solid client contract, nailed down an onboarding process that's smooth as butter, or started following those essential tips for staying top-of-mind with clients without driving them or yourself crazy.
    Or perhaps you've been working on your project management skills to keep all your ducks in a row or taken a page out of Michael Janda's playbook to become someone people just can't help but like.
    And let's not forget about setting those boundaries to keep things professional and sane.
    But here's the kicker: doing all these things isn't the end of the road.
    It's not about ticking boxes and moving on. The real magic happens when you stop and ask yourself...

    "Is all this stuff actually making a difference to my clients?

    "Am I getting better at this?"

    That's what keeps the wheel turning and what makes you better month after month, year after year.
    Now, when most freelancers wrap up a project, it's usually a quick "thanks and goodbye" deal. Maybe you're a bit more proactive and ask for a referral, but I bet asking for feedback isn't high on your list.
    It might be because you don't know you should, or maybe you're just scared of what your clients might say. And hey, that's totally understandable.
    But here's the problem: not asking for feedback is a missed opportunity.
    Sure, "asking clients for feedback" doesn't sound as flashy as "marketing" or "client acquisition," but by the time we're done here, you'll see it in a new light.
    Feedback can be your secret weapon. It's not just about finding out what you're doing right or wrong; it's about showing your clients that you care, and that you're committed to being the best you can be.
    So, even though it might seem scary or unexciting, collecting and using feedback can reshape how everything in your business is done.
    In this week's episode, I give you specific questions to ask your clients at the end of every single project. THIS will forever change how you spot weak points and make improvements on the most important things.
    In this episode you’ll discover:

    Why asking for feedback from clients is so important

    How clients' wounds can fester

    Using feedback to continuously improve your business

    Building your feedback flywheel

    The two main types of businesses

    How to collect your data

    Share your feedback with us!

    For full show notes, visit https://6figurecreative.com/299

    • 27 min
    6 Client Boundaries to Keep You Healthy, Happy, Stress-free, and Profitable | The Infinite Clients Series

    6 Client Boundaries to Keep You Healthy, Happy, Stress-free, and Profitable | The Infinite Clients Series

    So you made it to $100,000+ per year... Congrats. Too bad you made so many sacrifices that you're constantly stressed out, you're missing out on time with friends and family, and you resent your business.
    The irony is that you became a freelancer because you hated your day job and you wanted to work for yourself. Now, you feel like you have 50 "little bosses", and you hate your life a little bit more with each new client you gain.
    If this sounds like you, it may be time to put boundaries into place to get to that sweet spot between hitting your income goals while also enjoying your life and business.
    In this week's episode of the 6 Figure Creative Podcast, I give you 6 different boundaries you should have with your clients so you can actually stay happy, healthy, and profitable.
    In this episode you’ll discover:

    Maintaining mental and physical health while you're running a business

    How to handle revision requests without losing your mind

    Eliminating one of the most painful freelance experiences

    How to keep your clients from taking advantage of your kindness

    Boundaries for corporate/agency clients

    Using boundaries to avoid scope creep

    Avoiding stress with payment issues

    How to learn more about building your client acquisition machine

    For full show notes, visit https://6figurecreative.com/298

    • 35 min
    The Best Method For Avoiding "Revision Hell" For The Rest Of Your Life | The Infinite Clients Series

    The Best Method For Avoiding "Revision Hell" For The Rest Of Your Life | The Infinite Clients Series

    You have had one of those projects that went south fast? You're cruising along, and then boom, you hit the revisions stage, and it's like hitting a brick wall.
    Emotions run high, lists of changes start flying in, and what was supposed to be a quick fix turns into a never-ending nightmare. If you've been freelancing for a while, then I'm sure you've been there.
    This is the make-or-break moment in your quest for repeat clients and referrals.
    If the revisions process feels like a battleground, you're in trouble. It's supposed to be about making things better, but instead, it can end up being the thing that drives you and your client apart (sometimes forever).
    But here's the good news... It doesn't have to be this way.
    The revisions stage can actually be a chance to show your clients that you're 100% on their side and that you have their best interest in mind.
    Instead of dreading feedback, see it as a way to make the project even better. It's about getting organized, setting clear expectations, and most importantly, keeping your cool.
    So, how do you go from Revisions Hell to Revisions Nirvana? That's the topic of this week's episode of the 6 Figure Creative Podcast.
    In this episode you’ll discover:

    Making a flawless revisions process to keep your clients happy and create a viral business

    The rules of efficient, effective revisions

    How to politely stay firm on your project scope

    Creating client guidelines

    Why freelancers drop the ball

    Refining your processes once you have data

    For full show notes, visit https://6figurecreative.com/297

    • 34 min
    How Michael Janda Built A $30,000,000 Design Agency From One Super Power | The Infinite Clients Series

    How Michael Janda Built A $30,000,000 Design Agency From One Super Power | The Infinite Clients Series

    Being likable is a super power for freelancers, and here's why...
    This business is all about making a great first impression, keeping your clients coming back for more, and getting them to tell their friends about you.
    When you meet a new client, hitting it off right away can make a huge difference. Just like when you meet anyone new and instantly click — you just want to hang out more.
    For freelancers, being more likable means clients are more likely to pick you over someone else, and stick around AND refer more work your way.
    See why this matters?
    Here's what sucks...
    Some people are just bad at being likable. If that's the case, what can you do?
    To help us all out with this, I brought back one of the most likable people I've ever had on the show: Michael Janda.
    Michael joined us back on episode 207 and walked us through how brought in 6 figures his first year freelancing, and went on to bring in over $30,000,000 from his design agency before he ultimately sold it.
    Those numbers show proof that he knows his stuff, and this episode, he'll walk us through what we can do to become the person people WANT to be around (and hire).
    No matter who you are, there is something you need to hear in my conversion with Michael Janda.
    In this episode you’ll discover:

    Why relationships are so important to building your business

    Building your reputation vs. building relationships

    How he landed a $500,000 client just by being nice

    Getting out of your shell when interacting with people

    What skills to work on to grow your business

    Asking people about themselves to win them over

    Why playing games with your business is bad

    Creating goodwill with your clients

    For full show notes, visit https://6figurecreative.com/296

    • 52 min

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Practiccal and informative

This was just the wake up call I needed to start treating my job/passion more like a business that works for me and not the other way round.

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