How To Grow A Small Creative Agency w/Eli Altman

How do I find work I’ll be excited about? How much should I charge for this project?How do I develop a portfolio that attracts clients I want to work with?

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Vicki Robin: Your Money Or Your Life
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John McPhee: Oranges
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00:00 – Start
03:30 – Why did Eli write his book?
10:30 – How do I get my first client?*
19:00 – The truths of what we hate/plan your escape* (self promotion)***
27:00 – Chris’ first job
33:00 – How do you find work that you’re excited for?*
43:00 – Find a way to become interested in whatever it is you’re doing (understand the business)*
48:30 – There’s no such thing as bad designs, only bad designers
52:00 – How much should you charge for this project? (your money or your life)**
1:04:00 – Is it possible to overcharge for your work
1:14:00 – How do you develop a portfolio that attracts clients you want to work with?*

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