In this episode of our monthly VIP Office Hours for the self-employed, we dive into essential topics for those who are newly self-employed or considering self-employment.
Watch it on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7U1QxAMU0PU&t=25s?sub_confirmation=1
Highlights include discussions about setting your prices, when to raise them, and knowing when to walk away from tricky client negotiations. Hear valuable insights from various industry professionals, and learn about the tools and strategies that can help you succeed in your own business endeavors.
Join me on our upcoming in-person monthly office hour events and free open house for the Marketing with Meller community. Join us and become part of this treasured community focused on growth, networking, and mutual support.
00:00 Introduction to VIP Office Hours
00:44 Focus on Pricing for the Self-Employed
01:06 Guidelines for Participation
02:41 Brenda Meller's Journey and Mission
03:50 Insurance for the Self-Employed
04:13 Deep Dive into Pricing Strategies
04:48 All Stars Introductions
06:39 Networking and Community Building
20:51 New Members Introductions
30:23 Discussion on Pricing
30:56 Starting Out: Offering a Variety of Services
31:33 Determining Pricing: From Corporate Salary to Competitor Analysis
33:30 Insights from All Stars: Pricing Strategies and Experiences
36:33 Flexible Pricing: Adapting to Different Clients and Markets
45:57 When to Raise Your Prices: Signals and Strategies
51:20 Knowing When to Walk Away: Handling Difficult Clients
59:10 Conclusion and Upcoming Events
Considering becoming self-employed instead of finding a new job? Already self-employed and want to network with others?
Self-Employed Friday VIP Office Hours
the 1st Friday from 10-11am ET Every Month
Free to attend. Registration is required at https://www.mellermarketing.com/FridayVIP
WHO:
These 1st Friday VIP Office Hours sessions are designed for anyone who is considering self-employment instead of a new job, or who is already self-employed.
WHAT:
A virtual "office hour" to provide you with inspiration, community, and to help provide you with LinkedIn and marketing tips to support your a possible path in self-employment. Free. Registration is required because spaces are limited.
WHEN/WHERE:
This is a monthly office hour session on Zoom on the 1st Fridays each month. Every Zoom session will also be simulcast to YouTube and added to this podcast.
WHY:
These calls provide a place to network with like-minded professionals, get live access to me and "allstars" in my network who can answer questions and bounce i
https://www.mellermarketing.com/mwmopenhouse
Marketing with Meller (MwM) Open House
A free, live, virtual event hosted by Brenda Meller
Monday, June 16, 2025
1:30 - 2:30 pm ET | 12:30 - 1:30pm CT | 11:30 am - 12:30 MT | 10:30 - 11:30 am PT | 6:30 - 7:30 pm GMT
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My name is Brenda Meller. I'm a LinkedIn coach, consultant, speaker, and author. My company is Meller Marketing and I help business professionals get a bigger slice of the LinkedIn pie.
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