Boss Responses
Being your own boss isn’t just about getting clients—it’s about running your business with confidence and authority.
Boss Responses is the podcast that helps freelance business owners step into the role of Boss in every aspect of their business. From setting boundaries and managing clients to making strategic decisions and positioning yourself as an expert, you’ll get the insights and strategies you need to take control of your business and make it work for you.
Five days a week, we break down tricky client situations, share real-life business lessons, and feature interviews with successful freelancers and business owners who’ve learned what it really takes to run a thriving business. If you’re ready to stop feeling like an employee in your own business and start calling the shots, this podcast is for you.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 15 minutes
- Episodes
- 63
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
#23: How to Decide if Freelancing is Right for You with Amy Ragland
In this episode of the Boss Responses podcast, host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Amy Ragland take a serious look at the difficulties and challenges of freelancing, especially for tho…
#22: How to End Client Contracts with Amy Ragland
Ending a relationship with a client is not always an easy thing. In this episode, host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Amy Ragland talk through the sometimes necessity of ending those r…
#21: How to Handle Changes in Point of Contact with Amy Ragland
Has your point of contact with a client ever changed? We've been there too. And we know the situation can cause tension when the new person is more difficult to work Join host Treasa Ed…
#20: How Leslie Lang Built a Successful B2B Tech Writing Business
Join us as we chat with Leslie Lang, a B2B technology content marketing writer who writes for companies like Microsoft and IBM. Leslie shares about her journey, transitioning from jour…
#19: How to Navigate Last-Minute Client Demands with Leslie Lang
Ever been stuck with last-minute client demands and unreasonable requests? We have too! Join host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Leslie Lang as they navigate the choppy waters of setti…
#18: How to Gain Clients Through Follow-Ups with Leslie Lang
Freelancers send out hundreds of letters of introduction or queries, and most rarely hear back from potential clients. Today, guest Leslie Lang provides her insights on how you can turn…
#17: How to Say No to Unreasonable Clients with Leslie Lang
Ever grapple with clients making absurd requests that threaten your work’s integrity? Ever had to explain why plagiarism is a big no-no? Host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Leslie Lang…
#16: How to Deal with Client Disagreements with Leslie Lang
What happens when a disagreement or conflict with a client puts you on the verge of loosing your professionalism? Host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Leslie Lang offer some sage advic…
#15: How Ed Gandia Went from Helping Clients to Helping Other Freelancers
In this final episode of Ed Gandia's week as guest co-host, we talk about his journey from corporate sales to six-figure writer and his transition to coaching. Sandwiched in the middle…
#14: How to Grow Your Skills and Your Business with Ed Gandia
What do you do when you've reached a comfortable plateau in your business? You level up! In this episode, guest co-host Ed Gandia and host Treasa Edmond answer a question about improvin…
#13: How to Juggle Marketing and Client Work with Ed Gandia
Curious about how you can strike a balance between pulling in new clients and delivering top-tier work? In this episode Ed Gandia and host Treasa Edmond discuss energy management strate…
#12: How to Deal with Clients Who Question Your Rates with Ed Gandia
How do you deal with clients who question your rates? Guest co-host, Ed Gandia, has a pretty simple answer. He and host Treasa Edmond talk about embracing the value of your services, as…
#11: How to Unlock Freelance Success with Ed Gandia
Business coach and freelance expert Ed Gandia joins host Treasa Edmond for episodes 11 to 15 of the Boss Responses podcast.
In this episode, we dive into common mistakes freelancers mak…
#10: How Melanie Padgett Powers Controls the Chaos
Juggling multiple clients, deadlines, and projects always feels a little chaotic. We talk to freelancers every week who ask, "How can you possibly keep everything organized and still d…
#9: How to Manage Late Payments and Cash Flow with Melanie Padgett Powers
A client who pays late is something we all want to avoid. When that late payment causes your cash flow to nosedive, you have a whole different problem. Tune in as our guest co-host Mel…
#8: How to Stop Scope Creep in its Tracks with Melanie Padgett Powers
Ever find yourself with clients who increase their work demands without upping your fee? Well, you're not alone. In this episode, Melanie Padgett Powers and Treasa Edmond take a look a…
#7: How to Stop Unnecessary Changes and Revisions with Melanie Padgett Powers
Ever been blindsided by sudden, unnecessary changes from a client? Join host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Melanie Padgett Powers as they discuss managing expectations, enforcing boun…
#6: How to Respond to Difficult Clients with Melanie Padgett Powers
This week, we're thrilled to welcome our guest co-host Melanie Padgett Powers, a seasoned freelancer and podcast host, who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table.
Build…
#5 Freelance Success on Your Terms: How Jennifer Goforth Gregory Built a Thriving Business
Ever wonder how the best freelance writers navigate the content marketing world? We went to the source and asked Jennifer Goforth Gregory. With over 15 years in the business, Jennifer s…
#4: How to Say NO to Free Work Requests with Jennifer Goforth Gregory
Have a client asking for a free sample or a test project? Treasa and this week's co-host Jennifer Goforth Gregory have some pretty strong feelings on this issue. Bottom line: Can you af…