Boss Responses

Author: Treasa Edmond

Being your own boss isnt just about getting clientsits 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, youll 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 whove learned what it really takes to run a thriving business. If youre ready to stop feeling like an employee in your own business and start calling the shots, this podcast is for you.
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#63 Why Clients Ghost Your Proposals (And How to Fix It) with Jamie Brindle
Episode 63
Thursday, 13 February, 2025

Send us a textEver 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 and I break down two different approaches—one that involves a streamlined, high-conversion proposal system and one that cuts proposals out of the equation entirely. Whichever path you choose, this episode will help you land more clients with confidence.WE ALSO TALKED ABOUT• The biggest mistakes freelancers make when sending proposals• How to structure a proposal that converts (hint: it’s not just about the price)• Why your proposal process should start before you even send the document• The power of presenting pricing live on the call instead of in a proposal• How to prequalify clients so you stop wasting time on people who were never serious• The secret to closing deals without second-guessing your rates• Why deadlines, follow-ups, and video walkthroughs can make all the difference• The one email you should send instead of a proposal if you know a client isn’t a fitAbout Our GuestJamie Brindle been freelancing for 16 years, and in that time he's worked with clients ranging from local mom and pop restaurants, to Fortune 500 companies like Google, Hillshire, Netflix, and Lionsgate. In 2020 he began producing social media content for his fellow freelancers on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, an LinkedIn. Today he helps over 500,000 freelancers everyday with practical tips. Links You Might WantJamie's NewsletterFreelance Year One ebookThe Freelancing ProgramConnect with Jamie onLinkedInInstagramSupport the showThank 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 info@bossresponses.com If you'd like to support the podcast, click that link above. Those lattes help keep us going and are much appreciated!