6 Figure Creative

Brian Hood
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6 Figure Creative

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.

  1. 17H AGO

    The 5-Step Client Filter Every High-Earning Freelancer Needs | The Multi 6-Figure Freelancer Series

    At first, every new lead feels like a win. (Finally, people want to work with me!)   But if you actually want to break into multi-six figures? You need to say "no" more than ever.   Because every bad-fit client you say yes to drains your creativity, clogs your calendar, and burns you out before you even realize it’s happening.   In this week’s episode, I'm breaking down The 5-Step Client Filter Every High-Earning Freelancer Needs — so you can stop wasting time on the wrong projects and start building the freelance business you actually want.   Because getting clients isn’t the finish line. It’s where we really need to start protecting our time, our creativity, and our sanity. For full show notes, visit https://6figurecreative.com/359

    25 min

  2. APR 15

    Building A Demand Engine That Takes You From $100k to $250k+ | The Multi 6-Figure Freelancer Series

    Every freelancer knows the feeling…   One week, you’re slammed with work.   The next? Crickets.   And in those quiet weeks, you’re either putting out fires or you panic and slash your rates to get anything booked.   But here’s the truth:   Those “lulls” are the reason you’re stuck under $200k.   Not your talent. Not your pricing. Not the economy.   If you want to consistently hit multi-six figures, you need what I call a Demand Engine — a 4-part system that keeps your inbox full and your calendar booked before the slow weeks hit.   In this episode, I’ll walk you through exactly how to build it — using tools, automations, and strategies we’ve battle-tested across dozens of six-figure+ freelancers.   Let’s fix your “calendar problem” once and for all. For full show notes, visit https://6figurecreative.com/358

    30 min

  3. APR 8

    Designing A Service That Scales | The Multi 6-Figure Freelancer Series

    If you're trying to break into multi-six figures as a freelancer, this might sound familiar: You're good at what you do. You’ve got clients. You’ve raised your rates. But somehow… you’re still stuck around $100k–$150k. The problem? It’s not your pricing. It’s not your marketing. It’s that your service isn’t built to scale. In this episode, I’ll walk you through how to package what you already do into a clear, repeatable service that sells easier, delivers faster, and actually scales. No more reinventing the wheel every project No more delivery chaos No more guessing at what to charge This is the path to breaking through the $200k, $300k, even $500k+ ceiling - without burning out. For full show notes, visit https://6figurecreative.com/357

    39 min

  4. APR 1

    The Multi 6-Figure Freelancer Playbook Series | Part 1

    Most freelancers plateau at $50K. You start by getting a few clients Those clients turn into a few more referrals You get just enough referrals to hover in the $50k plateau Some break six figures "by accident". Same thing as $50k, but you just stay a bit busier (usually because you have a larger network or are in a better niche). But multi six-figures? No one stumbles in a $300k+ per year freelance business. That takes a whole new approach. In this new podcast series, I’m breaking down what separates the $50K freelancer from the $300K+ business owner. It starts with 7 hard-hitting mindset shifts. Like: → The overlooked reason most freelancers never hit $200K → The silent killer keeping most freelancers stuck at average income → The “business owner lens” that multiplies your revenue without working more hours → Why “doing great work” isn’t the thing that gets you paid more This is Part 1 of The Multi-6-Figure Freelancer Playbook, and if you're stuck at a plateau, this is your next move. For full show notes, visit https://6figurecreative.com/356

    29 min

  5. MAR 25

    You’re Booked Solid. Now What? | The Real Reason You’re Stuck at $100K

    Let’s say you hired a personal trainer with the goal of "getting into shape"… But instead of coaching you, they literally did the workouts for you. They ran the miles. They lifted the weights. They meal-prepped and tracked every calorie. Meanwhile, you’re on the sofa binging White Lotus... and somehow you get in the best shape of your life. That would break the entire fitness industry. But in business, that’s exactly how it works. You hire people. They do the work. You get the results. Yet most 6 figure freelancers stay stuck. Overbooked. Overwhelmed. Dropping the ball on clients because they can’t take on more work… but also can’t say no to more money. If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you. I’m breaking down exactly how to scale beyond that low six-figure plateau - without drowning in work. Whether you want to build a micro-agency to multiple six figures or a full-blown team to seven figures, this is the roadmap to hiring smart, working less, and making more. For full show notes, visit https://6figurecreative.com/355

    28 min

  6. MAR 18

    Why Perfectionism Is Killing Your Income—The $92/hr vs. $462/hr Problem

    Creatives LOVE making things "perfect". We obsess over the tiny details, tweak endlessly, and burn hours and hours and hours... and hours trying to craft the "perfect" final product for our clients. But here’s what sucks: Perfectionism is keeping you broke. Spending 40 hours on something that should take 8? That’s the difference between making $92/hr and $462/hr. The most successful freelancers aren’t the ones who make things perfect. They’re the ones who get things done efficiently - without sacrificing quality. In this episode, I break down: How to go from $92/hour to $462/hour—without working harder or cutting corners. How to spot inefficiencies in your workflow—and fix them without lowering the quality of your work. Simple strategies to work faster, charge smarter, and win more gigs—so you can finally stop feeling overworked and underpaid. If you're tired of working longer hours for less money, this one's for you. For full show notes, visit https://6figurecreative.com/354

    22 min

  7. MAR 11

    The Unexpected Benefits of Paid Ads (It’s More Than Just Leads)

    You already know that paid ads bring in clients. Duh. But what if I told you the real magic isn’t just in the ROI? But what if I told you some of the biggest benefits of paid ads have nothing to do with advertising ROI? Instant market feedback (know what actually resonates with clients) A sales process that improves fast (because you’re getting more at-bats) Pricing confidence (no more second-guessing your rates) Higher perceived authority (people will start recognizing your name) Predictability (goodbye, feast-or-famine cycle) These benefits are so powerful that they’re worth running ads even if you’re losing money at first. I break it all down in this episode. If you’ve ever considered running ads but hesitated, this is the episode that might change your mind. For full show notes, visit https://6figurecreative.com/353

    20 min

  8. MAR 4

    These 13 Counterintuitive Truths About Freelancing Will Change How You Work

    Most freelancers think success comes from being great at their craft. It doesn’t. I’ve seen average freelancers with solid marketing dominate their industry while insanely talented ones struggle to get clients. Being the best doesn’t matter if no one knows you exist. I’ve also watched freelancers waste hours crafting detailed proposals, only to get ghosted. Proposals don’t close deals - real conversations do. If you’re hiding behind a PDF, you’re losing before you even start. That “stable” 9-to-5 job you think is safer than freelancing? That’s one paycheck, one boss, one decision away from being gone. A well-run freelance business with multiple income sources is actually more secure than a day job - if you do it right. Most freelancers are playing the game all wrong. That’s why I put together this episode, breaking down the 13 counterintuitive truths about freelancing will change how you work. For full show notes, visit https://6figurecreative.com/352

    42 min
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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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    • Creator
      Brian Hood
    • Years Active
      2017 - 2025
    • Episodes
      359
    • Rating
      Clean
    • Show Website
      6 Figure Creative

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