#21: How to "Fire" Clients and Find the Right Anchor Clients – Melanie Padgett Powers

I'm sooo excited about this one!Melanie Padgett Powers, a freelance writer, editor, and podcaster based in Washington, D.C., talks about work-life clarity, structuring work days, firing clients, anchor clients, marketing, time tracking, pricing strategies, and solo business retreats.As you can see, we covered a lot of topics and I hope you'll find our conversation helpful!Takeaways: Consider your clients' preferences and needs when determining your content strategy. Avoid working for free as much as possible, but consider pro bono work for causes you believe in. Contentment in your business can come from focusing on the work you enjoy and not feeling pressured to scale up.Here's where you can connect with Melanie: ⁠Website Podcast (Deliberate Freelancer) LinkedIn Instagram Threads @MelEdits_DC_______________________________________ Let's connect on LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjalordanic/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can donate and support this podcast here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/freelancebusinessunlockedThank you and see you next week!