Boss Responses
Treasa Edmond
Want to know a secret? Your client isn't always right. But how do you tell them that without ruining your relationship? You give a Boss Response.
When you approach your clients from a position of mutual respect and power, you develop a positive working relationship that turns your client into one of your best resources. I believe every business owner can grow their business when they step up and run their business like a Boss.
But how do you successfully navigate tricky client questions and difficult situations to create superfan clients? Boss Responses comes to you with five episodes a week packed full of Boss Responses, real-life examples, and interviews with successful business owners who share their best and worst client management and communication stories.
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05/30/24 • 10 min
In this episode of the Boss Responses Podcast, host Treasa Edmond is joined for the fourth day by guest Eagranie Yuh. They delve into the complexities of dealing with client payment policies that conflict with your own business practices. From insisting on deposits to negotiating terms with large corporations, they share valuable insights on maintaining professionalism and protecting your business interests. Hear practical advice on how to handle clients who prefer net 30 payments, the importance of communication, and flexible solutions like retainers. Listen in as they empower you with strategies to stand firm with your policies while still fostering beneficial client relationships.
Eagranie Yuh helps marketers in risk, insurance, and HR build brand authority with white papers and podcasts. She’s an award-winning writer and journalist, and she’s written for publications like The Washington Post, The South China Morning Post and Saveur. Her work has been anthologized in Best Food Writing and has received several M.F.K. Fisher Awards. Prior to starting her own consultancy, Eagranie was the editorial director in a marketing communications agency, where she helped Fortune 500 companies conceptualize, develop and implement content marketing programs.
Connect with Eagranie on LinkedIn.
Thank you for taking time out of your busy day to listen to Boss Responses. This podcast is a passion project that comes from years of helping freelancers shape a business that supports the lifestyle they want.
Have a question you'd like answered? Send it to [email protected]
If you'd like to support the podcast, click that link above. Those lattes help keep us going and are much appreciated!
12/06/23 • 12 min
Curious about how you can strike a balance between pulling in new clients and delivering top-tier work? In this episode Ed Gandia and host Treasa Edmond discuss energy management strategies, the power of time blocking, and the importance of setting dedicated time for marketing and client acquisition. They also discuss how to focus your marketing based on your favorite clients.
About the Hosts
Treasa Edmond is a content strategist and consultant, best-selling ghostwriter, and podcast host. On Boss Responses, Treasa and her weekly guest hosts explore how freelancers and small business owners can navigate the sometimes tricky path of client management and communication. She also teaches content professionals and small businesses how to create SEO-optimized content strategies so they can grow their businesses by connecting with their audiences.
Connect with Treasa on LinkedIn
Follow Boss Responses on Instagram
Ed Gandia is a business-building coach who helps established freelance writers and copywriters earn more in less time doing work they love for better clients. His High-Income Business Writing podcast is one of the top freelancing and writing podcasts on Apple Podcasts. And his insights and advice have been featured in Forbes, Inc. magazine, Fast Company, CNN Radio, CBS Radio News, The Christian Science Monitor, The Atlanta Journal Constitution, DM News, AirTran Airways' Go magazine and The Writer, among others.
Download a free copy of his latest book, Earn More in Less Time: The Proven Mindset, Strategies and Actions to Prosper as a Freelance Writer, at www.b2blauncher.com.
Thank you for taking time out of your busy day to listen to Boss Responses. This podcast is a passion project that comes from years of helping freelancers shape a business that supports the lifestyle they want.
Have a question you'd like answered? Send it to [email protected]
If you'd like to support the podcast, click that link above. Those lattes help keep us going and are much appreciated!
#11: How to Unlock Freelance Success with Ed Gandia
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12/04/23 • 13 min
Business coach and freelance expert Ed Gandia joins host Treasa Edmond for episodes 11 to 15 of the Boss Responses podcast.
In this episode, we dive into common mistakes freelancers make when starting their business. Learn about the need for clear agreements to avoid misunderstandings, the significance of a thoughtful business plan, and why you must treat freelancing as a serious endeavor. Ed and Treasa share insights on these topics and offer practical tips for managing client relationships and growing your business. Join us tomorrow for more valuable insights with Ed Gandia.
About the Hosts
Treasa Edmond is a content strategist and consultant, best-selling ghostwriter, and podcast host. On Boss Responses, Treasa and her weekly guest hosts explore how freelancers and small business owners can navigate the sometimes tricky path of client management and communication. She also teaches content professionals and small businesses how to create SEO-optimized content strategies so they can grow their businesses by connecting with their audiences.
Connect with Treasa on LinkedIn
Follow Boss Responses on Instagram
Ed Gandia is a business-building coach who helps established freelance writers and copywriters earn more in less time doing work they love for better clients. His High-Income Business Writing podcast is one of the top freelancing and writing podcasts on Apple Podcasts. And his insights and advice have been featured in Forbes, Inc. magazine, Fast Company, CNN Radio, CBS Radio News, The Christian Science Monitor, The Atlanta Journal Constitution, DM News, AirTran Airways' Go magazine and The Writer, among others.
Download a free copy of his latest book, Earn More in Less Time: The Proven Mindset, Strategies and Actions to Prosper as a Freelance Writer, at www.b2blauncher.com.
Thank you for taking time out of your busy day to listen to Boss Responses. This podcast is a passion project that comes from years of helping freelancers shape a business that supports the lifestyle they want.
Have a question you'd like answered? Send it to [email protected]
If you'd like to support the podcast, click that link above. Those lattes help keep us going and are much appreciated!
11/24/23 • 33 min
Ever wonder how the best freelance writers navigate the content marketing world? We went to the source and asked Jennifer Goforth Gregory. With over 15 years in the business, Jennifer shares her intriguing journey into B2B tech writing. Jennifer brings her unique experiences to the table and we discuss the importance of finding fulfillment in one's freelancing career and the art of managing difficult clients.
We also talk about the elephant in the room: imposter syndrome and overthinking. How do you tackle these common hurdles? Jennifer opens up about her personal experience, highlighting the importance of embracing risks and failures. She also shares her unique philanthropic business model and the crucial role that authenticity plays in her career success. Get ready to learn how to be the boss of your freelance business, Jennifer style!
About Your Hosts
Treasa Edmond is a content strategist and consultant, best-selling ghostwriter, and podcast host. On Boss Responses, Treasa and her weekly guest hosts explore how freelancers and small business owners can navigate the sometimes tricky path of client management and communication. She also teaches content professionals and small businesses how to create SEO-optimized content strategies so they can grow their businesses by connecting with their audiences.
Connect with Treasa on LinkedIn
Follow Boss Responses on Instagram
Jennifer Goforth Gregory has owned her own freelance content marketing business for the past 15 years. Her clients include IBM, Adobe, Google, HPE, Verizon, Meta/Facebook, Franklin Covey, IEEE and Microsoft. She also wrote the best selling book The Freelance Content Marketing Writer. She also founded and manages the Freelance Content Marketing Writer Facebook group, which is the largest community for freelance content marketing writers with over 8K members from across the globe. Connect with Jennifer on LinkedInCheck out Jennifer's BlogBuy your own copy of The Freelance Content Marketing WriterSign up for Jennifer's newsletter for freelancers
Thank you for taking time out of your busy day to listen to Boss Responses. This podcast is a passion project that comes from years of helping freelancers shape a business that supports the lifestyle they want.
Have a question you'd like answered? Send it to [email protected]
If you'd like to support the podcast, click that link above. Those lattes help keep us going and are much appreciated!
11/22/23 • 9 min
Ever wonder about the ins and outs of working with agencies as a freelance writer? Get ready to gain some hard-earned wisdom from brilliant co-host, Jennifer Goforth Gregory. Jennifer peels back the layers on the complexities and rewards of forming collaborations with agencies, asking for appropriate compensation, and dealing with challenging project managers.
But there's more to this episode than just agency talk. It’s about understanding and leveraging your value as a freelancer. Jennifer and Treasa urge you to advocate for your worth and choose the right agency. Make sure you check out Jennifer's article on working with agencies. Get ready for a refreshingly honest discussion.
About Your Hosts
Treasa Edmond is a content strategist and consultant, best-selling ghostwriter, and podcast host. On Boss Responses, Treasa and her weekly guest hosts explore how freelancers and small business owners can navigate the sometimes tricky path of client management and communication. She also teaches content professionals and small businesses how to create SEO-optimized content strategies so they can grow their businesses by connecting with their audiences.
Connect with Treasa on LinkedIn
Follow Boss Responses on Instagram
Jennifer Goforth Gregory has owned her own freelance content marketing business for the past 15 years. Her clients include IBM, Adobe, Google, HPE, Verizon, Meta/Facebook, Franklin Covey, IEEE and Microsoft. She also wrote the best selling book The Freelance Content Marketing Writer. She also founded and manages the Freelance Content Marketing Writer Facebook group, which is the largest community for freelance content marketing writers with over 8K members from across the globe. Connect with Jennifer on LinkedInCheck out Jennifer's BlogBuy your own copy of The Freelance Content Marketing WriterSign up for Jennifer's newsletter for freelancers
Thank you for taking time out of your busy day to listen to Boss Responses. This podcast is a passion project that comes from years of helping freelancers shape a business that supports the lifestyle they want.
Have a question you'd like answered? Send it to [email protected]
If you'd like to support the podcast, click that link above. Those lattes help keep us going and are much appreciated!
12/12/23 • 6 min
Ever grapple with clients making absurd requests that threaten your work’s integrity? Ever had to explain why plagiarism is a big no-no? Host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Leslie Lang offer advice born from experience on when and how to say no to unreasonable client requests.
About the Hosts
Treasa Edmond is a content strategist and consultant, best-selling ghostwriter, and podcast host. On Boss Responses, Treasa and her weekly guest hosts explore how freelancers and small business owners can navigate the sometimes tricky path of client management and communication. She also teaches content professionals and small businesses how to create SEO-optimized content strategies so they can grow their businesses by connecting with their audiences.
Connect with Treasa on LinkedIn
Follow Boss Responses on InstagramLeslie Lang is a former journalist turned freelance B2B content marketing writer and content strategist. She specializes in writing about technology and Higher Ed and K-12. Leslie's work includes white papers, ebooks, case studies, ghostwritten articles, op-ed pieces, blog posts, and infographics for marketing agencies and clients such as Microsoft, Google, IBM, Dropbox, Adobe, Salesforce, and Verizon. Interested in Hawaii? Check out Leslie's books—Mauna Kea: A Guide to Hawai‘i’s Sacred Mountain, Exploring Historic Hilo, and What Would Our Kūpuna Do?
Check out Leslie’s YouTube channel Midlife Dialogues, where she interviews people doing interesting things in midlife.
Thank you for taking time out of your busy day to listen to Boss Responses. This podcast is a passion project that comes from years of helping freelancers shape a business that supports the lifestyle they want.
Have a question you'd like answered? Send it to [email protected]
If you'd like to support the podcast, click that link above. Those lattes help keep us going and are much appreciated!
#28: How to Find Good Clients with Alan Heymann
Boss Responses
01/10/24 • 9 min
In this episode of the Boss Responses podcast, host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Alan Heymann discuss how to find quality clients as a freelancer or business owner. They discuss the importance of not undercharging, the need to consider your experience and skill set, the power of building and leveraging professional relationships and networks for referrals, the concept of charging what you're worth to attract better clients, and how collaboration rather than competition can be beneficial in professional communities. The episode emphasizes the need to be comfortable with asking for more money and shifting the scarcity mindset to make room for high-valued projects.
About the Hosts
Treasa Edmond is a content strategist and consultant, best-selling ghostwriter, and podcast host. On Boss Responses, Treasa and her weekly guest hosts explore how freelancers and small business owners can navigate the sometimes tricky path of client management and communication. She also teaches content professionals and small businesses how to create SEO-optimized content strategies so they can grow their businesses by connecting with their audiences.
Connect with Treasa on LinkedIn
Follow Boss Responses on InstagramAlan Heymann, JD, PCC has a knack for coaching fellow introverts, helping them find their superpowers in an extroverted world. Alan also specializes in coaching through transitions. He is the author of the book Don’t Just Have the Soup: 52 Analogies for
Leadership, Coaching and Life. An expert communicator and engaging
speaker, he spent more than two decades in public, government, and nonprofit communications—leading teams from 2 to more than 100 people. Inspired by a career transformation he brought about with the support of an executive coach, Alan decided to become a coach himself. He founded Peaceful Direction in April 2019.
Buy your copy of Don’t Just Have the Soup: 52 Analogies for
Leadership, Coaching and LifeConnect with Alan on LinkedIn
Thank you for taking time out of your busy day to listen to Boss Responses. This podcast is a passion project that comes from years of helping freelancers shape a business that supports the lifestyle they want.
Have a question you'd like answered? Send it to [email protected]
If you'd like to support the podcast, click that link above. Those lattes help keep us going and are much appreciated!
05/29/24 • 12 min
Have you ever felt trapped by the need to accept lower rates from clients just to stay afloat? Today on Boss Responses, we look at whether compromising on your rate is a savvy move or a slippery slope. Our insightful guest co-host Eagranie Yuh joins host Treasa Edmond in a close look into the nuances of negotiating rates without sacrificing your professional confidence or integrity. Today's episode takes a look at reducing the scope of work to align with a client's budget, the importance of maintaining a financial buffer, scheduling vacations, and leveraging proactive marketing to land higher-paying gigs. Don't let immediate financial pressures force you into less-than-ideal situations; instead, learn to preemptively market yourself and pursue work that genuinely aligns with your business aspirations.
Eagranie Yuh helps marketers in risk, insurance, and HR build brand authority with white papers and podcasts. She’s an award-winning writer and journalist, and she’s written for publications like The Washington Post, The South China Morning Post and Saveur. Her work has been anthologized in Best Food Writing and has received several M.F.K. Fisher Awards. Prior to starting her own consultancy, Eagranie was the editorial director in a marketing communications agency, where she helped Fortune 500 companies conceptualize, develop and implement content marketing programs.
Connect with Eagranie on LinkedIn.
Thank you for taking time out of your busy day to listen to Boss Responses. This podcast is a passion project that comes from years of helping freelancers shape a business that supports the lifestyle they want.
Have a question you'd like answered? Send it to [email protected]
If you'd like to support the podcast, click that link above. Those lattes help keep us going and are much appreciated!
01/09/24 • 9 min
In this episode of the Boss Responses podcast, host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Alan Heymann discuss how purpose, goal setting, and strategic business planning play in a freelance or small business setup. Responding to a reader’s inquiry about feeling a lack of structure, they stress the importance of knowing "why" you started your business. They also advise on setting specific goals unrelated to income and making regular check-ins for business goals to cope with life changes and allow possible pivots. Finding joy in the work being done should be a central part of running a business.
About the Hosts
Treasa Edmond is a content strategist and consultant, best-selling ghostwriter, and podcast host. On Boss Responses, Treasa and her weekly guest hosts explore how freelancers and small business owners can navigate the sometimes tricky path of client management and communication. She also teaches content professionals and small businesses how to create SEO-optimized content strategies so they can grow their businesses by connecting with their audiences.
Connect with Treasa on LinkedIn
Follow Boss Responses on InstagramAlan Heymann, JD, PCC has a knack for coaching fellow introverts, helping them find their superpowers in an extroverted world. Alan also specializes in coaching through transitions. He is the author of the book Don’t Just Have the Soup: 52 Analogies for
Leadership, Coaching and Life. An expert communicator and engaging
speaker, he spent more than two decades in public, government, and nonprofit communications—leading teams from 2 to more than 100 people. Inspired by a career transformation he brought about with the support of an executive coach, Alan decided to become a coach himself. He founded Peaceful Direction in April 2019.
Buy your copy of Don’t Just Have the Soup: 52 Analogies for
Leadership, Coaching and LifeConnect with Alan on LinkedIn
Thank you for taking time out of your busy day to listen to Boss Responses. This podcast is a passion project that comes from years of helping freelancers shape a business that supports the lifestyle they want.
Have a question you'd like answered? Send it to [email protected]
If you'd like to support the podcast, click that link above. Those lattes help keep us going and are much appreciated!
05/31/24 • 44 min
In this episode of the Boss Responses Podcast, host Treasa Edmond interviews special guest co-host Eagranie Yuh, a white paper specialist and podcast consultant. They delve into Eagranie's background as a chemist, journalist, and marketer, and discuss her journey towards becoming a business owner. Eagranie explores the challenges and strategies involved in running a business, managing client expectations, and setting processes and systems in place for better workflow. She also shares insights on choosing the right clients, handling difficult client relationships, and the importance of having honest, upfront conversations in business. This one is more than a podcast episode, it's a masterclass in how to run a freelancing business the Boss Responses way.
Eagranie Yuh helps marketers in risk, insurance, and HR build brand authority with white papers and podcasts. She’s an award-winning writer and journalist, and she’s written for publications like The Washington Post, The South China Morning Post and Saveur. Her work has been anthologized in Best Food Writing and has received several M.F.K. Fisher Awards. Prior to starting her own consultancy, Eagranie was the editorial director in a marketing communications agency, where she helped Fortune 500 companies conceptualize, develop and implement content marketing programs.
Connect with Eagranie on LinkedIn.
Thank you for taking time out of your busy day to listen to Boss Responses. This podcast is a passion project that comes from years of helping freelancers shape a business that supports the lifestyle they want.
Have a question you'd like answered? Send it to [email protected]
If you'd like to support the podcast, click that link above. Those lattes help keep us going and are much appreciated!
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FAQ
How many episodes does Boss Responses have?
Boss Responses currently has 54 episodes available.
What topics does Boss Responses cover?
The podcast is about Writer, Freelancing, Management, Entrepreneurship, Podcasts, Business, B2B and Freelancer.
What is the most popular episode on Boss Responses?
The episode title '#12: How to Deal with Clients Who Question Your Rates with Ed Gandia' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Boss Responses?
The average episode length on Boss Responses is 15 minutes.
How often are episodes of Boss Responses released?
Episodes of Boss Responses are typically released every day.
When was the first episode of Boss Responses?
The first episode of Boss Responses was released on Nov 20, 2023.
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