You want to make sure you work with only the best clients, right? Have you ever been so anxious to make a sale, that you took on a job that you later regretted? Many freelancers feel so rushed to get cash flow going, that they say “yes” to the wrong clients, and ultimately lose both time and money.…
How did your last sales conversation with a prospect go? Selling your services can get confusing. In 2019, clients can smell a fake from a mile away. When salesmen are a dime a dozen, being authentic and offering value is the best tactic for success. In this video, recorded on Feb. 13, 2018, Mike Shreeve gives the following…
There are at least three things freelancers should never do if they want to be successful. In order to stand out from the pack, all you really need to do these days is be a good person. BUT- Too often, new freelancers make common mistakes that make them appear dishonest and ultimately hurt their chances of getting clients.…
There are so many good books for a freelancer to read. In this video, recorded Jan. 3, 2018, Mike Shreeve talks about his top four book recommendations, and why they’ve helped him better both his business and his life. From navigating finances to shifting limiting beliefs, these books for a freelancer will challenge you and help you grow.…
Do you have a hard time maintaining focus, even on things that are really important to you (like building your freelancing business)? Whether you’re a seasoned freelancer, or just starting out, we all have goals. We are also all susceptible to distraction. In this recording, originally created on Jan. 1, 2018, Mike Shreeve gives us strategies on maintaining…
It’s not uncommon for freelancers to hit dead ends. Getting more clients is often our sole focus (especially if we've been losing clients recently). You might gain a client just to lose two, and you wonder if you’ll ever really get ahead. In this video from Jan. 5, 2018, Mike Shreeve shares some inspiring stories about No Pants…
Do you write for 32 different niches? Deb Law has. But, now she’s realized that being a freelance writing generalist doesn’t get you paid the big bucks. And she recommends that other freelance writers niche down as well, for five great reasons that she shared in the inaugural episode of The No Pants Show, hosted by Susan Rook D’Ettorre, in…
If you type “world’s greatest copywriting coach” into Google, do you know whose name comes up immediately? David Garfinkel. He is known as the the world’s greatest copywriting coach. He is also the copywriting mentor of Mike Shreeve, creator of The No Pants Project. And, he was the second guest of The No Pants Show, hosted by Susan…
Have you ever thought about hiring virtual assistants to help you out while you're building your freelance business? As a freelancer, you’re in charge of everything in your business, from completing projects for your clients to sending them invoices. And although you may not have an Accounting Department or Customer Service Team, that doesn’t mean you have to…
The Power of Price Have you thought about how to price your freelancing services lately? Let’s me ask you candidly, as a freelancer, are you making the money you’re truly worth? Chances are, you’re not. And if you’ve been freelancing for any significant amount of time, you’re probably starting to burn-out from an exhausting and frustrating race to…