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
63 episodes
#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...
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Episode 63
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18:16
#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 ...
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Episode 62
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16:09
#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...
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Episode 61
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12:30
#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,...
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Episode 60
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19:21
#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...
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Episode 59
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45:29
#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...
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Episode 58
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16:52
#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...
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Episode 57
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14:18
#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...
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Episode 56
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10:23
#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...
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Episode 55
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12:04
#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...
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Episode 54
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17:39
#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 ...
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Episode 53
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10:05
#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...
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Episode 52
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9:54
#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...
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Episode 51
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9:11
#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 ...
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Episode 50
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43:20
#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 ...
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Episode 49
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18:15
#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...
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Episode 48
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16:22
#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 ...
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Episode 47
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10:59
#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.
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Episode 46
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7:21
#45: Taking the Trauma out of Setting Your Freelance Rates with Liz Heflin
In this episode of the Boss Responses podcast, host Treasa Edmond welcomes Liz Heflin for her final episode of the week and an in-depth discussion on setting freelance rates. Liz shares her journey, starting from her early days of chargin...
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48:03
#44: Should I Quit Freelancing? The Importance of Mindset with Liz Heflin
In this episode of the Boss Responses podcast, host Treasa Edmond and guest Liz Heflin address the doubts and challenges faced by freelancers, especially when dealing with imposter syndrome and low-paying clients. They respond to a questi...
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17:18
#43: A Masterclass in Avoiding the Feast or Famine Cycle with Liz Heflin
In today's episode of the Boss Responses podcast, hosts Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Liz Heflin discuss strategies for avoiding the feast and famine cycle common in freelancing. They explore the importance of understanding one's work capacit...
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19:23
#42: Niching Down vs Being a Generalist with Liz Heflin
The niching down dilemma: to specialize or not to specialize. In this episode of the Boss Responses podcast, host Treasa Edmond and guest Liz Heflin delve into the topic of niching down in freelancing. The discussion addresses the common advice...
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#41: Red Flag Clients and Getting Paid with Liz Heflin
In this episode of the Boss Responses podcast, host Treasa Edmond is joined by freelance writer and editor Liz Heflin to discuss strategies for managing difficult clients and ensuring timely payment. They delve into practical insights including...
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16:21
#40: Behind the Scenes of PR Freelancing with Expert Michelle Garrett
In this episode of Boss Responses, host Treasa Edmond is joined by guest Michelle Garrett, an influential PR consultant, writer, and speaker specializing in B2B companies. Michelle shares insights from her extensive career, including founding h...
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24:02
#39: What Should You Do When Clients Delay Projects? with Michelle Garrett
In this episode of Boss Responses podcast, host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Michelle Garrett discuss strategies for dealing with clients who delay projects by not providing necessary information on time. They emphasize the importance of set...
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