Outside the Box

In this episode of Outside The Box Podcast, we delve into the compelling reasons why business owners should consider hiring freelancers as part of their growth strategy. Our expert guests, ranging from successful entrepreneurs to seasoned freelancers, weigh in on how the gig economy is reshaping the modern workplace. They share invaluable insights into the flexibility, specialized skill sets, and cost-effectiveness that freelancers bring to the table. But it's not just about the benefits; we also discuss the potential challenges, such as communication barriers and quality assurance, offering tips on how to navigate them effectively. Whether you're a startup looking for agility or an established business aiming for scalable expertise, this episode will arm you with the knowledge you need to make informed decisions about incorporating freelancers into your business model. Don't miss this enlightening conversation that challenges conventional hiring wisdom and invites you to think outside the box.

In episode 2 I introduce you to the financial opportunity of freelancing.

There are many factors that may make freelancing much more financially rewarding for you.

Some of the things I talk about in this episode are.

• Setting and Changing your Freelance Rates
• Pricing Factors for Services
• How to start with entry level pricing on new platforms
• When to change those starting rates
• How to 3X your income in several ways
• Why freelancing allows for rapid financial growth

There are many ways that you can ethically increase your income as a freelancer.

You need to ask for and earn great reviews.

Then you need to use those reviews to increase your sales closure rates with new clients, and increase your rates over time as well.

It can be easy to earn 6 figures as a freelancer, then later expand into an agency and go for a 7 figure business.

Listen to this episode to find out more.

In this episode I share a brief overview of Freelancing and Remote work. My goal is to help anyone interested in freelancing understand the opportunities now, and the first steps needed to get started.

This will be part of an detailed series that is also supported by both a book release this year and several courses. All of these have the goal of helping you become a success in freelancing, or remote work.

For business owners and managers this series will give you a deeper understanding of freelance work, the benefits for you as a business owner, and the opportunities to have staff around the world helping you grow your business.

Welcome to Outside The Box, a podcast that explores innovative ideas and technology that can help us see the world in a new light. In this episode, we will be discussing the major new marketing trends for 2023 and how they will impact the way marketing gets done this year.

Marketing is an ever-evolving field, with new trends and technologies emerging all the time. To stay ahead of the competition, it's important to be aware of the latest trends and to adapt your marketing strategies accordingly. In this episode, we will be sharing some tips and predictions on the major trends that will impact how marketing gets done in 2023.

One of the biggest trends in marketing for 2023 is the rise of personalized marketing. Consumers are becoming increasingly selective about the content they consume and are looking for personalized experiences that cater to their individual needs and preferences. Marketers who can deliver personalized experiences will be the ones who succeed in 2023.

Another trend we're seeing in marketing for 2023 is the rise of AI-powered marketing. With the increasing availability of data and the advancements in AI technology, marketers can now use AI to automate and optimize their campaigns, creating more efficient and effective marketing strategies.

In addition to these trends, we'll be exploring the rise of influencer marketing, the importance of social media for brand building, and the role of video marketing in 2023. We'll also be discussing the importance of storytelling in marketing and how it can help to build brand loyalty and engagement.

Join us in this episode of Outside The Box, as we explore the major new marketing trends for 2023 and how they will impact the way marketing gets done this year. Whether you're a marketer or a business owner, this episode is packed with insights and strategies to help you stay ahead of the competition and achieve your marketing goals.

Welcome to Outside The Box, a podcast that explores innovative ideas and technology that can help us see the world in a new light. In this episode, we will be discussing the major update to ChatGPT, a powerful AI language model, and how this update will impact copywriters, web designers, graphic artists, and artists.

ChatGPT is a state-of-the-art AI language model that is trained to understand and generate natural language. It is a powerful tool that can help writers, designers, and artists to create content that is engaging, informative, and persuasive. With the upcoming update, ChatGPT will become 500X more powerful than it is today, which means that it will be able to generate even more creative and compelling content.

However, some people might worry that this update will make their jobs obsolete. Copywriters might fear that ChatGPT will replace them in writing persuasive copy, while web designers might worry that ChatGPT will create better designs than they can. Graphic artists and artists might be concerned that ChatGPT will produce better art than they can.

But the truth is that AI is not here to replace humans. Instead, it is here to enhance our abilities and help us do our jobs better. AI can take care of repetitive tasks, such as generating copy or designing layouts, freeing up time for humans to focus on more creative and strategic work. ChatGPT is a tool that can help writers, designers, and artists to generate new ideas, explore new concepts, and push the boundaries of their creativity.

So, if you are a copywriter, web designer, graphic artist, or artist, don't worry about the coming changes with AI. Embrace the power of ChatGPT and use it to your advantage. Let it inspire you, challenge you, and help you to create content that is more engaging, informative, and persuasive than ever before.

Join us in this episode of Outside The Box, as we explore the exciting world of AI and its impact on the creative industry.

Chat GPT is the topic for this episode. I explain what the tool is and does, including a real output example with a simple 5 word prompt. Chat GPT created a detailed 200+ word response that looks and feels completely human. It is also gramatically correct.

I asked "Tell me about chat gpt"

This is the response I received. Chat GPT refers to a type of conversational AI powered by a language model called the Generative Pre-trained Transformer (GPT). GPT is a deep learning algorithm developed by OpenAI, a research organization dedicated to advancing AI technology.

GPT is designed to process large amounts of natural language data and generate responses that are contextually relevant and grammatically correct. This makes it well-suited for use in chatbots, virtual assistants, and other conversational interfaces.

Chat GPT models are trained on massive datasets of text from a variety of sources, such as news articles, books, and websites. This allows them to learn the patterns and structures of language and generate responses that are similar to those of human speakers.

There are many applications of Chat GPT, such as customer service bots, language translation tools, and personal assistants. These conversational AI systems can provide users with quick, personalized responses and support, and can improve over time as they are trained on more data.

However, it's important to note that Chat GPT is not without limitations. For example, it may struggle with understanding sarcasm or humor, and it may generate inappropriate or biased responses if it has been trained on biased or problematic data. As with all AI systems, it's important to use Chat GPT responsibly and ethically.

Sign up for the free version of the chat gpt here https://chat.openai.com/

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Here is a fast episode that talks about the Integrated Marketing Approach as fingers on a hand. All 5 of the key elements you must have to be successful in online marketing today.

In this episode, we talk about relaunching your business after Covid 19. You will find out some of the secrets from the Business Relaunch Checklist and some innovative tools you can use to make your business safe.

Get the most out of a free Facebook Fanpage for your mushroom business.

In this episode, I talk about the best ways to promote your mushroom business on social media. This works great when you are selling at farmers' markets, grocery stores, and restaurants in your area.

I hold nothing back in this episode full of tips and tricks to help you win.

Yes, you can use these 20+ strategies to get thousands of views on any video and move towards monetizing on YouTube very fast.

Listen to this podcast to learn all of these top strategies,

How to get the most out of goal setting.

Using a 3 subject notebook as your secret weapon.

Creating dreams that power your long term goals, and how short term achievable goals impact your success.

A quick episode about selling T-shirts online and getting starting in your own T-shirt business, or promoting your existing business.

We talk about two free sites to design your shirts with and upload those shirts, getting them ready for online sales.

Take some time to identify who your ideal customer is before you try and sell anyone what you offer.

The better you understand your ideal customer type and their wants and needs the more successful all of your marketing and sales efforts will be.

Discover how social media marketing effects online businesses of all sizes.

Learn from two examples in real time how social media can impact your income.

Get more social shares, and get more traffic for a website or blog.

In this episode we talk about social media marketing and 2 free tools you can use to get the most out of your social media efforts.

I also share a low cost tool I trust for scheduling posts for myself and my clients.

We talk about 3 niche examples and the 4 primary types of posts everyone should post to a Facebook Fan page to build and audience and engage with their current customers.

Thinking of starting a business and you are wondering what to call it?

Here are 4 steps anyone can take to make that choice in a more informed way.

1. Do a Logo generation search with the names you are thinking of to help you think about the potential logos and the name visually
2. Check for domain name availability for free online
3. Check for the availability of the name as a Corporation in your State even for a small business 
4. Think of your Ideal Customer's wants and needs when you are thinking of your branding.

Understand what the elevator message is and how to use it to grow your business online or offline.

Now you can learn how to craft the perfect message for your ideal customer, and how to connect with others with a clear message about what you do.

In this episode you will learn about 2 free WordPress plugins you can use for your business to promote your business online.

You will also learn where to get them and install those for free.
While social media marketing is important.
How it benefits your website for SEO

The change of going viral.

I even share information about a completely free office suite of software you can use for your business.

This episode we talk about identifying your ideal customer. You will learn:

• The 4 Key areas to focus on
• A free tool for Keyword Research
• How to use video to connect with your ideal customer
• Getting better results for any webpage or blog
• What a Call to action is
• How to sell more easily without being a sales person

I made this quick Podcast today to try and help anyone on the fence about taking one of Aaron's courses or plugging into the Fletcher Method. No one asked me to do this, and I hope you find the information helpful.

Do you want to know how to run the best ads on Facebook?

If you do the insights I share in this podcast will help you. Learn how to:

• Use Custom Look Alike Audiences to get the best ad results
• How large your audience size should be before you start -It is less than you think
• What amount of ad spend is a minimum for best results
• How much you should spend daily or over the life of an ad campaign
• How to access thousands of unseen data points that will bring you new customers

All this and more is shared in this episode.

In this episode we talk about content with context and how to improve your search results in 2019.

This includes:

• Using Video on your web pages
• Using a Podcast for audio
• Using Info-graphics
• adding value with downloads.
• and much more!

Using low cost Facebook ads to book Facebook Fan Page likes fast. We also talk about how to increase your website SEO with these low cost ads.

This is a fast episode where we talk about getting the most out of your business cards. This is a companion episode for the 3FT rule episode. 

• How to use your business card in person
• Using your card as a signature file for email
• Your Elevator message that should be on every card

I am talking about Anchor and the benefits of this platform in this episode. I also mention several other examples of ways you can now share content for free and get yourself and your ideas out there.

Let your voice be heard. I know many of you have something serious and interesting to say.

In this episode we talk about several things you should do in your business once you start to experience some financial success.

This includes:

• Setting up the best business structure LLC or S Corp
• Investing in Insurance
• Life Insurance for your family or loved ones
• Retirement Savings
• Even taking notes on what is working and what is not working in your business.

Here we talk bout some real World examples of the time and work ethic you need to have to succeed in any business.

• How the hours you invest effects your success.
• How to grow and scale your business through hard work.
  

Here is one way to think about your in person or online social interactions with others that will bring you more business. This episode explains what I call the 3 foot rule for engagement, and how you can use that to grow and scale any business.

In this episode we talk about setting up a 3 year budget for your business. You want to do this as soon as you have an idea for your business and have learned something about your ideal customer. This should come before any presentation is made, or any investment of money starts for any business.

Most learning related to income comes from OJT or on the job training. The same is certainly true for business this episode is about starting your business and getting your feet wet, interacting with customers.

In this episode I talk about the best way to start an online business for under $100 and why you should do so. We talk about a free social media page, or a basic WordPress website or blog to get started. Then we also talk about copywriting and building value with your ideal customer to get a sale.

In this episode we talk about the lifetime value of your customers and how you can increase that value. This includes using social media to engage with your ideal customer, and offering services and things of value to your ideal customers. Then we speak about how you can use 30% of your lifetime value of your customers to market, advertise, scale and grow your business.

This podcast includes many tips and even the information on one free web tool anyone can use to do keyword research. That is an essential part of SEO and I explain things in this simple podcast. Ideal for new website owners or small business owners everywhere.