Welcome back to the Six-Figure Freelancer Recipe! I’m Jaz, your pricing queen, and in this episode, I want to have an honest conversation about the realities of running a creative freelance business—the kind you probably left your nine-to-five for. If you’re anything like me, you might have imagined total freedom and more money, only to find yourself drowning in client work, putting out fires right and left, and still not hitting your income goals.

I get it—because I’ve been there. When I first started freelancing, I let my clients call all the shots. I was constantly on edge, afraid that if I said no to anything, the work would completely dry up. I said yes to every opportunity, worked longer hours, offered more services, and even discounted my rates, hoping something would finally click. Instead, I found myself stuck in a reactive, stressful cycle—measuring my success by how busy I was rather than how intentionally I was running my business.

But here’s the thing I had to learn the hard way: the problem isn’t your skills or your work ethic. The real challenge is shifting out of the employee mindset and fully stepping into your role as CEO of your business. This episode focuses on that shift. I share my personal journey and walk you through some powerful questions to help you do the same—questions that get to the heart of who’s really calling the shots in your business and what decisions you’ve been avoiding.

Take the time to write out your answers to the questions I ask in the free, complementary guide available at creativebusinesskitchen.com/6figures.

It’s time to finally move away from that client-to-client scramble and into the creative business owner role you deserve. Whether you’re struggling with burnout, feeling guilty for wanting more control, or just tired of being busy for the sake of being busy, this episode is for you. So let’s break out of the freelancer trap and start making those boss moves together.

Welcome back to the Six-Figure Freelancer Recipe! I’m Jaz, your pricing queen, and in this episode, we’re tackling a challenge that stops so many talented creatives from reaching their income goals—undercharging for high-impact work.

Ever found yourself delivering massive results for your clients, only to feel a pang of regret as you send off an invoice that barely scratches the surface of the value you’ve created? Trust me, I’ve been there. In fact, I share a story about a $2,500 project that brought in an extra $30,000 for a client—and the lesson I learned from underpricing my work.

This episode is all about making the shift from pricing your services by the hour, tying your income to your time, to confidently charging for the real value and outcomes you deliver. If you’re stuck adjusting your hourly rate, padding your hours, or saying yes to busy work just to justify your fees, this conversation is for you. I dive deep into why these “fixes” don’t actually solve the root problem, and why your creative brain is the true asset.

I’ll introduce you to the mindset and practical questions that help you stop justifying every dollar and start anchoring your pricing to the real business impact you create—think leads, conversions, growth, and transformation, not just tasks and hours. Plus, you’ll hear about real freelancers, like Jackie, who dramatically increased her rates (and income!) by shifting her pricing approach.

If you’re ready to work less, earn more, and stop tying your worth (and your client conversations) to the clock, this episode will show you how to step up and own your value. Don’t forget to grab the free guide at creativebusinesskitchen.com/6figures for the questions and reflection exercises mentioned—I want you to get clear, confident, and ready to charge what you’re truly worth.

Let’s leave behind the hours-for-dollars mindset and move towards pricing for results. You’re halfway to your six-figure recipe, and the next shift is one of my favorites—so stick around!

Welcome back to the Six-Figure Freelancer Recipe! I’m Jaz, your pricing queen, and in this episode, we’re diving into one of the toughest realities every creative freelancer faces: nightmare clients. You know the ones—the clients who drain your energy, question every decision, demand endless revisions, and make you second-guess why you left your nine-to-five in the first place. If you’re feeling burnt out or stuck serving clients who don’t value your expertise, this conversation is for you.

In this episode, I get real about how working with the wrong clients has a lasting impact—not just on your business, but on your energy, confidence, and even your ability to attract the dream clients you really want to serve. We’re talking about how fear and scarcity can drive us to ignore red flags, lower our standards, and take on work that just isn’t a good fit.

But here's some good news: you aren't for everyone—and that's a good thing. I share my personal journey from people-pleasing and perfectionism to confidently filtering out bad-fit clients and creating clear boundaries that protect my time, my business, and my sanity. In this episode, you’ll learn why your client selection process is actually your most important business system (right after your invoicing!), and how being intentional about who you let into your business changes everything.

We’ll walk through some powerful reflection questions from the free guide at creativebusinesskitchen.com/6figures—questions that will help you spot red flags, clarify your own boundaries, and finally start saying “no” to the clients who simply aren’t a match for your services or your values.

If you’re ready to stop letting panic or scarcity make your decisions—and instead create space for those “hell yes” clients who energize and respect you—don’t miss this episode. Now’s the time to take back control, protect your peace, and reclaim your freelance freedom. See you inside!

Welcome back to the Six-Figure Freelancer Recipe! I’m Jaz, your pricing queen, and in today’s episode, it’s time to get real about a topic that’s anything but glamorous—but absolutely crucial to building that six-figure freelance business you dreamed of. Let’s talk about systems. If you’ve ever found yourself hunched over your laptop late at night, scrambling to meet bloated client deadlines, misplacing feedback, or wondering if you invoiced for that last milestone, you’re not alone. I know firsthand how easy it is to fall into the chaos of trying to manage every detail in your head, only to spiral into burnout and find there’s zero time left to actually grow your business.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the unsexy truth that separates stressed-out, overwhelmed freelancers from six-figure business owners: having a handful of simple, customized systems that truly work for you. You’ll hear about the common traps—like endlessly working longer hours, piling on productivity apps, and abandoning overcomplicated processes—and why these are just Band Aids, not solutions. Instead, I’ll share how to create foundational workflows and clear boundaries, so you can stop reinventing the wheel and start protecting your time for the big-picture, CEO-level tasks that will actually move your business forward.

Grab your copy of the free guide at creativebusinesskitchen.com/6figures, because I’m walking you through key questions to help you pinpoint the business areas causing you the most stress, and how to systemize or automate them—yes, even as a solo creative. We’ll reimagine your freelance future, one where your projects run smoothly, your inbox isn’t a source of panic, and you’re working less but earning more.

If you’re sick of Band-Aid solutions and ready to finally set up the simple processes that turn chaos into consistency (and free up time and headspace for the growth you actually want), this episode is for you. Plus, I’ll let you in on how to book a free taste test call if you’re ready to get personalized support—and tease what’s coming in our next episode. So, let’s stop glorifying burnout and start building the freelance business you really signed up for.