Thinking of buying a new business That makes £100K PA Besides design what’s on offer?

This message is for everyone who has been doing this daily for over a year We see you, you got this But please keep going.

13 years of freelancing, one thing is clear: Consistency wins. I spent months posting online before anyone noticed me. No likes, no comments, no clients. Even now, some posts barely get traction — maybe a single like or a comment from a fellow creator. But here’s the

If you can’t create without fancy tools, you’ll never stand out as a creative. I landed clients without paid software, without a huge portfolio. Focus on the problem you solve—and sell that in one sentence.

If you can’t work without distractions or constant stimulation, you’ll never build a focused, successful business. Discipline is your edge.

Freelancing is like being a mechanic. When you go to a garage, the mechanic doesn’t confuse you with jargon. They say: - Basic tyres cost £50 each - Premium tyres cost £100 each - Ultimate tyres cost £250 each Simple. Clear. Easy to choose. That’s how I approach my

This is how simple it should be

I used to overcomplicate my freelance services. - Long proposals. - Endless calls explaining everything. - Clients got confused—and walked away. Then I made my offer as simple buying coffee: - Black: £3 - Latte: £3.50 - Spiced Latte: £4 Clear prices. Clients said yes. If you

Modern agencies overcomplicate everything. Discovery stage = endless meetings charged by the hour. Process flow = Over engineered on every detail. Delivery = Broken into parts, fearing they won’t get paid. I stopped working like that. I keep it simple: - Clear scope SOW -

Just when you think your old work isn’t relevant This pops up Grab it here for free: figma.com/community/file…

Good freelancers get clients. Great freelancers get business partners.

Posting design work online isn’t enough to attract clients. You need to market yourself, share your services, and make it easy for prospects to reach you. Add links to your portfolio or services. Show up where your ideal clients are. No one will back you like you can.

When did you last use Google search?

The top freelances are the ones who move Stop sitting once you get to a comfortable spot Keep it moving, keep learning, keep pushing Aim high

The most empowering asset to anyone Is a partner who supports your dreams but also tells you to stop bitching and get to work “I believe in you” - never hit so hard

Thanks Phoebes I’ve never coded in my life Anyone else?

£1M in the bank to afford anything decent in London. It’s mentally draining. Where else can we go?