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Web Pro Savvy

Cathy Sirvatka

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Web Pro Savvy is a podcast for freelance web designers and developers, hosted by Cathy Sirvatka. You'll hear interviews with experienced freelance web pros about their business operations, the services they offer, and the types of clients they work with. They openly share their stories and pull back the curtain on how they achieve success so that you can boost your own business.
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Igniso Limited

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Manchester based team of coders and strategists building awesome web products that unlock great digital power! On this channel we to talk to interesting people who work and operate in the same spaces as we do.
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Julian is a start-up coach at Propel, an Atlantic Canada business accelerator. He works with companies in tech that are looking to validate, grow and scale their businesses. Julian comes from an entrepreneurial family; his grandfather was a co-founder of Pizza Delight. Julian has always been interested in film making since he was young and has made…
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Nick Stana is the founder of Grandway Marketing and he joins us today to share his valuable insights about freelancing, starting and scaling a design agency, and how to leverage sales to grow sustainably. 🌐 Grandway Marketing 👉 https://grandwaymarketing.com/ 🌐 Nic Stana 👉 https://nicstana.com/ 🔗 YouTube 👉 http://youtube.com/@nicstana 🔗 Instagram 👉 …
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The Honourable Kent Smith is the current MLA for Eastern Shore, elected in 2021. Kent joins us today to talk about entrepreneurship, business, politics and how they've all fit together. ❤️ Looking for more inspiration? Join the 1% newsletter 👉 https://odum.ca CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Introduction 00:02:30 Common thread through all of Kent's endeavors 00:0…
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Corey Dubé is personal trainer who specializes in helping people achieve their fitness goals. Today we talk about his approach to personal training and the mindset required to stay motivated, break plateaus, and how we can turn fitness into a lifestyle that fuels personal and professional success. 🔗 Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/eating_wise…
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Full shownotes at https://dyf.link/episode150 In this episode, Zach talks to Calista from nimblecrafted.com about how she went from relying on low-paying referrals to building a confident, repeatable system for landing freelance clients. Over the past five months, Calista has transformed from a burned-out developer stuck in commoditized pricing to …
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Full show notes at https://dyf.link/episode149 In this episode, Zach dives into how developers can escape commoditized pricing by aligning their skills with high-value business problems. Learn how positioning your expertise around solving specific problems can help you stand out, charge higher rates, and attract better clients. You'll discover how …
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🎁 Use promo code "Odum" and get your first year of membership for free! Offer valid until March 31, 2025 👉 https://itstimeforchange.ca/ Walter Deagle is the Founder and Executive Director of It’s Time For Change, a new platform dedicated to driving meaningful Indigenous economic inclusion and engagement to benefit all Canadians. Today we talk about…
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What do you think of the show? Let me know! Are you unknowingly pushing clients away? In this video, I reveal the 5 main reasons clients leave their web designers—and how to make sure you’re not making these common mistakes. Retaining clients is just as important as getting them, and by avoiding these pitfalls, you can build long-term relationships…
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Charlene Currie was recently nominated for 2025 Halifax Business Awards: New Business of the Year award! Today we talk about the struggles that many businesses face when it comes to their day to day activities and how entrepreneurs can leverage technology to optimize their time and take back control of their business. 🌐 Optimize Business Solutions …
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Rick Scott joins us today to talk about his purchase of a local company called Driver Dave’s and how he plans on innovating in the transportation field by integrating hydrogen conversion into his fleet. Today we’ll learn about how to think about structure deals to purchase businesses, recognizing our limitations, surrounding ourselves with good peo…
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Mike MacDonald joins us today to talk about his invention M.U.L.E, the importance of defining a Minimal Viable Product, how reactive programming is changing the way we build application and more. ❤️ Looking to better your life? Join the 1% newsletter 👉 https://odum.caBy Odum
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Stephanie Folahan is the founder of Premier Accounting & Tax Inc. with a mission to help small businesses succeed. Today you’ll learn why many small businesses fail, how to keep moving forward, how to plan for business success and so much more. 🔥 Stephanie Folahan 👉 https://www.instagram.com/mrs.folahan/ ❤️ Looking to better your life? Join the 1% …
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What do you think of the show? Let me know! Discover the secrets to streamlining your business operations with Gresham Harkless Jr., the innovative mind behind CB Nation and Blue 16 Media. Gresham brings a wealth of knowledge from his diverse experiences, including his time as an adjunct professor and a digital marketer, to share actionable CEO hac…
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What do you think of the show? Let me know! This episode shares the challenges freelancers face when working with frustrating clients. It illustrates the importance of communication, proactive management, and learning from obstacles. • The struggles of getting detailed responses from a new client • The challenges faced when clients fail to be forth…
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👉 Full show notes at https://dyf.link/episode148 In this episode, Zach talks to Laura Elizabeth, co-owner of Double Your Freelancing and creator of Project Pack. Laura is talking about how she does “paid roadmapping” for her clients, often charging upwards of $6,000 for ONE roadmap. In this episode, we’ll discuss what paid roadmapping is, why freel…
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Full show notes at: https://dyf.link/episode147 In this episode, Zach talks with copywriter Delia Monk about some of the “bottlenecks” she’s been running into as she tries to scale from a low-six-figure soloist to a small agency. Delia has great stats about the efficacy of her skills, including… ☑️ Getting a client’s sales page from 3% → 12% applic…
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Full show notes at: dyf.link/episode146 n this episode, Zach talks about a sneaky positioning technique freelancers can use to instantly charge more. 👉 Learn how to raise your rates and work with better clients in our free “Charge What You’re Worth” course: https://dyf.link/offer Links from the episode: ~~ $200k Freelancer Build a machine that gene…
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Full show notes: https://dyf.link/episode145 In this episode, Zach dives into the key elements of crafting irresistible freelance service offerings that drive high-value outcomes. Discover how to structure your service offerings to emphasize measurable ROI, making your work more appealing to potential clients and helping you command higher prices. …
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Full show notes: https://dyf.link/episode144 In this episode, I share the strategy of Automated, Value-First Outreach at Scale and how it can help freelancers reach $200K/year. Discover how you can balance the scalability of automated cold outreach with the personal touch that clients appreciate, turning a traditionally spammy approach into a value…
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What do you think of the show? Let me know! Unlock the secrets to building a thriving freelance business as we sit down with expert business coach Julie DeLuca Collins. Have you ever wondered how successful entrepreneurs reverse-engineer their goals to align their daily operations with long-term visions? Julie shares her invaluable insights on time…
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Full show notes: https://dyf.link/episode143 In this episode, Zach talks to Tim Davidson from https://cleancommit.io about effective AI content creation for freelancers. Tim shares his innovative approach to using AI for content that stands out, avoiding the common pitfalls of generic AI-generated text. They discuss the importance of fine-tuning AI…
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Full show notes: https://dyf.link/episode142 In this episode, I explore a critical mistake many freelancers make — targeting newbie business owners , and how to build a profitable freelance offer ladder. You'll learn why focusing on clients with established, profitable businesses can drastically increase your earnings and how to structure your serv…
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Full show notes: https://dyf.link/episode141 In this episode, I discuss two major marketing mistakes freelancers often make — expecting clients to be free and not knowing your numbers. You'll learn how these misconceptions can drastically impact your business and the actionable steps you can take to avoid them. This episode will help if you're stru…
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Full show notes: https://dyf.link/episode140 In this episode, I talk about the big mistakes freelancers and agency owners make when they delegate work to team members — and how to fix them. You’ll also learn the things you can (and should) delegate to other team members to free up your valuable time. This episode will help if you’re new to delegati…
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Full show notes: https://dyf.link/episode139 In this episode, I explain the differences between being a freelancer or an agency owner and why it’s important to choose one of these business models. Both options have their pros & cons, and it depends on which path suits you best. I’ll show you how you can make the right decision based on your lifesty…
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Full show notes: https://dyf.link/episode138 Today, I’m sharing the 3 “pillars” of a successful freelancing business and the common areas where I see bottlenecks in each pillar. If you’re feeling stuck in your freelancing business, in this episode I’ll show you how to navigate these bottlenecks. And if you want to earn more, have more lifestyle fre…
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What do you think of the show? Let me know! Embark on a transformative journey with us as we sit down with Laura Hulleman, the mastermind behind the Endotype Formula, and unravel the true essence of branding that goes far beyond eye-catching designs. In a candid conversation, Laura shares her evolution from personal trainer to branding guru, unders…
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode137 Check out Focusmate (3 free sessions a week): https://dyf.link/focusmate Today, I’m talking to Taylor Jacobson From Focusmate. Taylor is the founder of Focusmate.com, the platform for virtual coworking sessions designed to help you focus and get anything done. (Focus…
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode136 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Maia) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: Reflecting on Maia’s journey to success and achieving …
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode135 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Maia) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: Planning a vacation and being able to take time away f…
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode134 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Maia) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: Adjusting her coaching program to include more coachin…
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode133 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Maia) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: Process optimization and streamlining the flow of pote…
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode132 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Maia) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: A minimalist approach to offerings, focusing on provid…
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode131 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Brad) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: Brad accepted a job offer that initially conflicted wi…
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode130 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Maia) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: Maia’s achieved an income of $11,000 per month in less…
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode129 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Brad) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: Brad receives a full-time job offer from a company he …
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode128 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Maia) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: Maia streamlined her services and pricing, focusing he…
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode127 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Brad) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today's episode: Brad's significant change in mindset, strategic client…
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode126 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Maia) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: Maia confirms her business's profitability and the pos…
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode125 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Brad) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: Brad’s successful meeting with a potential client for …
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode124 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Maia) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: Finding the balance between fair pay for her team and …
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode123 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Brad) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: Significant progress in networking and niche selection…
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode122 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Maia) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: Instagram marketing strategy for generating leads and …
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode121 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Brad) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: Struggle with burnout and the importance of addressing…
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode120 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Maia) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: Exploring the transition from one-on-one consulting to…
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode119 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Brad) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: Brad deals with exhaustion, overwork, and the impacts …
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode118 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Maia) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: Converting engaged Instagram followers into clients fo…
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode117 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Brad) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: Defining which clients will benefit most from Brad’s s…
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode116 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Maia) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: Launched a free workshop with 48 attendees Increased r…
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Links & resources can be found on the show notes page: https://dyf.link/episode115 Coaching series: Can Zach get this beginner freelancer (Brad) to a 6-figure income ($8,333/mo) within 6 months? Follow their journey through the ups and downs and watch them grow! Milestones from today’s episode: Refined service offering to create short-form content …
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