EPISODE · Dec 6, 2022 · 1H
S6 E18: Supporting a Partner Who Runs a Design Business with Jake Dekoning
from Better: The Brand Designer Podcast · host Jen Davis & Esther Knox-Dekoning
This week we turn the tables as Jen interviews Esther and her husband, Jake, about how Jake has played many roles in her business — as a spouse, partner, support system, cheerleader, quality control, and accountant… among MANY others. Jake shares some of the challenges associated with supporting a partner who runs her own business, and how they worked through them together. They also talk about things they’ve learned during a career transition and ways that Esther has felt most supported. If you’re a partner (or roommate, or bestie, or parent!) of a business owner, this one is for you!Inbox Question:“I want to learn how to be confident in speaking with potential clients and establish authority as a branding expert.” — Khanh DanUpcoming Events:Patreon Only LIVE Q+A Call with our $10 PatronsDecember 6, 2022, at 9 am Central / 10 am EasternBecome a $10 Patron here.This Episode’s Partner:The Brief CollectiveThe Design Biz Academy from The Brief Collective serves beginner, amateur, and seasoned designers—they have something for total newbies, something for designers needing to enhance their skill set and something for designers ready to scale their biz & start booking $10K clients. Join now at https://thebriefcollective.com/course. Learn about the 3 Secrets to Booking High Ticket Design Clients right here!Special thanks to our producer Jon from Wayfare Recording Co.Connect With Us:Our Free Facebook CommunityOur WebsiteOur Resources PagePodcast InstagramSupport us on Patreon
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This week we turn the tables as Jen interviews Esther and her husband, Jake, about how Jake has played many roles in her business — as a spouse, partner, support system, cheerleader, quality control, and accountant… among MANY others. Jake shares some of the challenges associated with supporting a partner who runs her own business, and how they worked through them together. They also talk about things they’ve learned during a career transition and ways that Esther has felt most supported. If ...
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