#173: How to Rethink — and Land More — Anchor Clients, with Wudan Yan
Today’s guest is Wudan Yan, a narrative writer and independent journalist from Seattle. Wudan is also host of The Writers’ Co-op, a podcast, online community and learning academy for freelance creatives. In this episode, we talk about: The different ways to define an “anchor client.” Why and how Wudan is rethinking the concept of an “anchor client.” How the current economy is affecting freelance creatives. The importance of “offboarding” clients. How to turn current clients into anchor clients. The importance of building and maintaining business relationships. Why Wudan and I charge mostly project rates. How Wudan pushes for project rates in service areas that are traditionally paid by the hour. Why now is the time to start planning for January and the rest of 2024. Biz Bite: Do a business audit now at the end of the year Resources: Support Deliberate Freelancer at Buy Me a Coffee The Writers’ Co-op Register for the November 29 “The 2023 Business Refresh with The Writers’ Co-op” Linktree landing page of resources and events from The Writers’ Co-op Wudan on Instagram Episode #74 of Deliberate Freelancer: How to Get Paid on Time & Charge Late Fees, with Wudan Yan Episode #92 of Deliberate Freelancer: Improve Client Relationships with Stellar Onboarding and Offboarding, with Kat Boogaard Episode #11 of Deliberate Freelancer: How to Find the Right Anchor Clients Connect with Melanie on Threads @MelEdits_DC Connect with Melanie on LinkedIn Deliberate Freelancer Facebook group