Boss Responses
Being your own boss isn’t just about getting clients—it’s about running your business with confidence and authority.
Boss Responses is the podcast that helps freelance business owners step into the role of Boss in every aspect of their business. From setting boundaries and managing clients to making strategic decisions and positioning yourself as an expert, you’ll get the insights and strategies you need to take control of your business and make it work for you.
Five days a week, we break down tricky client situations, share real-life business lessons, and feature interviews with successful freelancers and business owners who’ve learned what it really takes to run a thriving business. If you’re ready to stop feeling like an employee in your own business and start calling the shots, this podcast is for you.
Episodes
70 episodes
#71: From Employee to Freelancer with Jessica Farmer
In this episode, Treasa and guest co-host Jessica Farmer tackle Paul's question: How do you transition from traditional employment to freelancing, and how do you find your first client? Treasa shares her intentional transition story...
#70: Why Freelancers Need Connection (Not Just Clients) with Jessica Farmer
In this episode, Treasa and guest co-host Jessica Farmer tackle Alastair's question about dealing with the loneliness of self-employment, particularly when it comes to making big decisions. Jessica shares how she handles loneliness as an extrov...
#69: Why Average Outperforms Great (Every Time) with Ed Deason
Great freelancers often build average businesses while average freelancers build great ones. That sounds wrong, but it's what actually happens. The difference? Consistency beats brilliance every time, and knowing the difference between working ...
#68: Why Working On Your Business Is Non-Negotiable with Ed Deason
If you're constantly putting off marketing, planning, or skill development because client deadlines take priority, this episode is for you. If you only work IN your business and never work ON it, you'll be in the exact same place three years fr...
#67: Freelance vs Job: Which Is Actually More Stable? with Ed Deason
If you've ever looked at your bank account during a slow month and thought "maybe I should just get a job," this episode is for you. The pull of stability and benefits feels strong, especially when running a freelancing business feels uncertain...
#66: How to Handle Freelancing When the Economy Slows Down with Ed Deason
When work slows down, it's hard to tell if it's a rough patch, an economic downturn, or a sign that freelancing isn't sustainable for you. The uncertainty creates an emotional spiral: doom scrolling job boards, questioning your decisions, wonde...
#65: How to Ask for Referrals Without Feeling Awkward with Ed Deason
Asking for referrals feels awkward when you think of it as imposing on your clients. But clients who've had great experiences working with you actually want to help, and they want to connect people they care about with service providers they tr...
#63 Why Clients Ghost Your Proposals (And How to Fix It) with Jamie Brindle
Ever sent a proposal, only to hear… nothing? You’re not alone. In today’s episode, we tackle the age-old freelancer problem of proposal ghosting. Is it your pricing? Your process? Your client selection? My special guest co-host Jamie Brindle an...
#62: 3 Marketing Tactics That Will Actually Get You Clients with Jamie Brindle
Trying to market yourself as a freelancer but drowning in a sea of conflicting advice? Social media, SEO, cold outreach—where do you even start? In today’s episode, my special guest co-host Jamie and I break down exactly how to cut through the ...
#61: Shifting from One-Time Gigs to Repeat Clients with Jamie Brindle
Ever finish a project, pat yourself on the back for a job well done, and then… nothing? No follow-up, no repeat work, just radio silence. You know they liked your work—so why aren’t they coming back? The answer has nothing to do with t...
#60: Raising Rates With Confidence with Jamie Brindle
Freelancers often struggle with the fear of raising their rates, worried that it might cost them valuable clients. This episode breaks down the essentials of how to navigate these conversations, stressing the importance of value, communication,...
#59: Building Respectful Client Partnerships with Sarah Greesonbach
Are you ready to reshape how you build and manage your client relationships? Host Treasa Edmond sits down with Sarah Greesonbach, the founder of B2B Content Studio and the B2B Writing Institute this week to discuss why setting clear, respectful...
#58: Why Value Beats Volume: Pricing Strategies with Sarah Greesonbach
What if you could escape the grind of endless work hours and actually see the financial reward you deserve? Join Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Sarah Greesenbach on this episode of Boss Responses as they explore how to identify and cultivate r...
#57: Collaboration vs. Formal Partnerships with Sarah Greesonbach
Ever wondered if teaming up with another freelancer is the key to unlocking new creative heights? Or is it a potential recipe for disaster? Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Sarah Gressonbach dive into a debate of collaboration versus formal part...
#56: What to do when the Project is TOO Much with Sarah Greesonbach
What happens when a freelance project becomes more complicated than imagined? Join Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Sarah Greesonbach as they answer a questions for Zach, a graphic designer who's found himself in over his head after he accepts a...
#55: Evaluating Client Risks with Sarah Greesonbach
Ever wondered if dedicating most of your working hours to a single client is a smart business move? Join host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Sarah Greesonbach, founder of B2B Content Studio, as they unravel the complexities of managing long-te...
#54: Balancing Work and Life as a Freelancer with Lizzie Davey
In this episode of the Boss Responses Podcast, host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Lizzie Davey dive into effective strategies for managing freelance work and personal life. They explore the contrasts between corporate and freelance environmen...
#53: How to Avoid Freelancing Dry Spells with Lizzie Davey
In this episode of the Boss Responses podcast, Treasa Edmond and her guest co-host Lizzie dive into the ever-relevant topic of the feast and famine cycle, something every freelancer and business owner faces at some point. They look at ...
#52: Handling Scope Creep like a Boss with Lizzie Davey
In this episode of the Boss Responses podcast, host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Lizzie Davey delve into effective strategies for managing scope creep and handling client feedback delays. They share their experiences and provide actionable a...
#51: How to Attract and Reach Out to the Right Clients with Lizzie Davey
Join host Treasa Edmond and special guest co-host Lizzie Davey in this episode of Boss Responses as they share invaluable strategies for reaching out to and attracting the right clients. They give practical tips for forming relationships with p...
#50: Better Clients, Less Marketing, and a Dream Business with Jessica Walrack
In the 50th episode of the Boss Responses podcast, host Treasa Edmond celebrates the journey of starting the podcast and shares an insightful discussion with special guest, Jessica Walrack—founder of All Things Freelance Writing and a seasoned ...
#49: Managing Difficult Clients with Jessica Walrack
Ever wondered how to turn difficult client interactions into successful collaborations? Discover the secrets to managing unorganized clients, conflicting instructions, and never-ending revisions in this engaging episode of Boss Responses. Host ...
#48: Getting Clients Without Cold Emails with Jessica Walrack
In this episode of the Boss Responses podcast, host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Jessica Walrack discuss the challenges of finding clients, especially during economic downturns. They explore strategies to attract clients, reach out effective...
#47: Avoiding Burnout as a Freelancer with Jessica Walrack
In this episode of the Boss Responses podcast, host Treasa Edmond and guest Jessica Walrack discuss the challenges of balancing steady, profitable work with maintaining creative energy and content quality. Both share their personal journeys of ...
#46: Turning One-Off Clients into Repeat Business with Jessica Walrack
What if you could transform your one-off clients into loyal, long-term partners? Join us on this episode of the Boss Responses podcast as host Treasa Edmond sits down with Jessica Walrick, the mastermind behind All Things Freelance Writing.