Working for yourself, whether as a freelancer or the owner of an agency is hard work, and the stress of wearing a dozen hats can be overwhelming.<\/p>\n
But it doesn’t have to be. In this talk, I’ll share my knowledge from 5 years of running a growing agency.<\/p>\n
We’ll cover topics like:
\n1. Working less without sacrificing income.
\n2. Managing client expectations.
\n3. Hiring your first (or second or third) employee
\n4. Working on and in your company at the same time.<\/p>\n
Running a business is a process, and one that can never be absolutely perfected, but it can simultaneously be a rewarding and fulfilling experience.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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