Freelancer Training on How to Find Direct Clients

Send us a text In this episode, I am joined by Alex Sanfilippo, founder of Podmatch, a smart platform that connects podcast hosts and guests. Alex shares his entrepreneurial journey from selling golf balls as a child to building one of the most trusted tools in the podcasting space. With experience in real estate, aerospace, and digital marketing, Alex brings deep insight into why podcasting is emerging as one of the most powerful tools for building authentic business relationships. The conve...

Send us a text In this episode of "Freelancer Training on How to Find More Direct Clients," I speak with Kody Thompson about his entrepreneurial journey from a graphic designer to the founder of a $3 million web development company and eventually, Workpod, a virtual assistance company. The conversation focuses on the strategic use of Virtual Assistants (VAs) to help freelancers, particularly solo language pros, scale their businesses, buy back their time and overcome common outsourcing ...

Send us a text Download your free direct clients worksheet Book your free scouting call In this solo episode, I unpack why linguistic validation (LV) is now becoming a serious focus for me as a seasoned medical translator. LV offers these compelling benefits: ✅ Higher rates ✅ Consistent, long-term demand ✅ A pivotal role in global clinical trials #MedicalTranslation #LinguisticValidation #ClinicalTrials #LifeSciencesTranslation #PharmaTranslation #MedComms ...

Send us a text Download your free onpage SEO worksheet Book your free scouting call In this episode of Freelancer Training: How to Find More Direct Clients, we sit down with our very first returning podcast guest Larry Easto to challenge outdated marketing practices and introduce a more authentic, facilitative approach for service professionals who want to attract direct clients sustainably. Key Topics Covered: Redefining Marketing for Service Professionals: Traditional marketing often fails...

Send us a text Download your free storytelling worksheet Book a free scouting call In today’s fast-paced business environment, leveraging data isn’t optional—it’s essential. Yet many companies remain overwhelmed by data and underwhelmed by outcomes. In this episode, I’m joined by Luke Komiskey, founder and CEO of DataDrive, to unpack why so many businesses struggle with data strategy—and how they can shift toward scalable, high-impact solutions. 💡 Key Topics Covered: 🔍 The Cost of Inaction W...

Send us a text Download your free storytelling worksheet Book a free scouting call In this week's episode of Freelancer Training, we’re joined by Nur Ferrante, a seasoned linguistic validation consultant, to explore just how medical translators can evolve into indispensable players in the clinical trial ecosystem through the niche field linguistic validation. 🔍 What You’ll Learn: ✅ Master the Full Linguistic Validation Lifecycle Nur breaks down each phase of the linguistic validation process—...

Send us a text Let’s be honest—freelancing is a high-wire act. Between client work, staying competitive in an AI-driven world, sharpening our source languages, and prioritising self-care… it’s a lot. That’s why I’m thrilled to welcome Tania Lines—MA, AITI, productivity strategist, working mum, and time management expert—to the next episode of Freelancer Training: How to Find More Direct Clients. In this practical, real-world conversation, Tania and I explore: ✅ How to juggle multiple commitme...

Send us a text In this week’s episode of Freelancer Training on How to Find More Direct Clients, I’m joined by Gabriel Fairman, CEO of BureauWorks, for a deep dive into what it truly takes to run a high-performing, resilient, and scalable business in the localization space. With years at the helm of a successful translation and localization platform, Gabriel offers hard-won insights on optimizing workflows, mitigating risks, and creating a culture of excellence that drives performance from th...

Send us a text Networking doesn’t have to feel forced, transactional, or overwhelming. Done right, it can unlock career-defining opportunities, business growth, and even personal fulfillment. In the next episode of Freelancer Training: How to Find More Direct Clients, I sit down with the brilliant Rachel Rozen, founder of Connection Catalyst, to explore the power of building real, meaningful professional relationships. Rachel’s journey—from connecting with 300 people in one year to founding a...

Send us a text In this week’s episode of Freelancer Training, I’m joined by Larry Easto—a lawyer, consultant, author, and coach with over 40 years of experience helping professionals grow their service-based businesses. What sets Larry apart? His unique perspective as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)—a trait that’s shaped his empathetic, creative, and methodical approach to client service, learning, and marketing. Together, we unpack how HSP traits can be a superpower in professional life—and ...

Send us a text 🎧 Ever wondered what a joint Guinness World Record holder, a West End performer, and a drummer extraordinaire have in common? So come meet my close business friend Mark Franklin—a multi-talented force of nature whose story will leave you drumming with inspiration! 💬 In this episode, Mark brings his infectious energy and unique perspective as we: Explore his passion for percussion, from the West End stage to beating records (yes literally). Unpack what it takes to channel...

Send us a text In this episode, we’re diving deep into the world of branding with the incredible Sapna Pieroux, multi-award-winning brand consultant, speaker, and author of the Business Book Award-winning Let’s Get Visible!. If you’re an ambitious business owner or leader struggling to: Gain visibility in a crowded marketAttract the right opportunities and audienceBalance your personal and business brand without feeling ‘icky’ or braggy…this episode is for you! What We Cover 💡 What’s stopping...

Send us a text Are you a freelance translator juggling too many hats—admin, marketing, client follow-ups—while barely having time to actually translate? You’re not alone. In this episode of Freelancer Training, I’m joined by Phill Tomlinson, founder of LeveragedVA, to explore how virtual assistants (VAs) can help you buy back your time, boost your productivity, and grow your business—without burning out. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ Smart ways to delegate non-core tasks so you can focus on high-va...

Send us a text In this episode of Freelancer Training, I’m joined by Steven Lewis, founder of Taleist Agency and a master of sales-driven storytelling. Together, we dive deep into the art and strategy of copywriting that actually sells. Steven shares powerful insights on how well-crafted copy can turn passive readers into paying customers—and why the right words, in the right order, are often your most valuable business asset. 💡 Key Takeaways: 🧠 The Psychology of Sales Copy Discover how effe...

Send us a text Ever wondered how some brands light up LinkedIn while others barely make a ripple? 🤔 In this episode of Freelancer Training on How to Find Direct Clients, I sit down with Sam Swirsky—a LinkedIn strategist who knows exactly how to turn the platform into a lead-generating, brand-building powerhouse. Whether you're looking to grow your personal brand, scale your freelance or service-based business, or finally understand what makes content convert on LinkedIn, this episode is packe...