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Freelance Web Design Services Podcasts
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. Cathy also shares her own experiences and insights that help other freelancers skip past the trials to achieve sat ...
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Welcome to the Create to Convert Podcast, hosted by Yevgeniya Davarashvili (more commonly known as Gigi), designer, tech founder, mama, and business educator. This podcast is for creative entrepreneurs who want to up-level their business and turn it into a profitable + sustainable power machine. We'll cover topics like marketing strategies, money, pricing, growth mindset, project management, social media marketing, brand development and much more, so that you can take the overwhelm out of yo ...
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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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How Virginie is Scaling From Solo Freelancer To 100 Active Clients
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1:36:54In This Episode: Zach talks to one of his students, Virginie, who went from relying on one big client to signing 10 new clients in just 4 months. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at how Virginie validated her niche and offer before building a fancy website. Virginie also shares how she built a steady inbound pipeline of clients after stopping pa…
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How Freelancers Can Fix the “Forced-Hire” Scaling Mistake
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1:07:21In This Episode: Zach breaks down how to escape the “panic hire” cycle by building a simple hiring funnel you can use before you hit capacity. This includes evaluating candidates in a standardized way, using structured rubrics to protect your client work, and using your project manager (not you) as the filter in the process. 🚀 What You'll Learn: Ho…
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Breaking Free from Feast or Famine: Building Recurring Revenue Streams
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7:26What do you think of the show? Let me know! Feeling like your freelance web design business runs on a constant cycle of booking, building, and yet stressing about money? In this episode of Web Pro Savvy, Cathy talks about why the traditional project-to-project model feels so unpredictable—and how to build more stability into your business. You’ll l…
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How To Price Your Freelance Services in 2025
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17:12In This Episode: Zach breaks down a real-life pricing mistake and shows how a simple shift in positioning can lead to higher fees without changing the service offering. If you’ve ever priced “by the hour” or “per deliverable,” this video gives you actionable pricing tips to attract higher rates in 2025. 🚀 What You'll Learn: Why pricing per task kee…
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How Calista Solved The “Waiting For Referrals” Problem (As a New Freelancer!)
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36:20Full 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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How Devs Can Escape Commoditization in an AI Vibe Coder’s World
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24:54Full 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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5 Reasons Clients Leave Their Web Designers (Avoid These Costly Mistakes!)
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7:10What 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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Streamlining Business Operations: CEO Hacks and Digital Tools with Gresham Harkless Jr
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43:01What 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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Mastering Client Interaction to Prevent Delays
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9:27What 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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How To Get Paid For Project Discovery, with Laura Elizabeth
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28:12👉 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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023. Should I run a Black Friday campaign as a creative service provider?
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39:09Send us a text Black Friday is just around the corner, and while it’s the biggest sale season of the year, it can feel overwhelming, especially for service-based businesses that aren't used to running promotions. If you’re a brand designer, web developer, copywriter, or any other creative service provider, you might be wondering: Is a Black Friday …
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022. The "100 No's" Rejection Challenge with Liz Mosley
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43:42Send us a text Have you ever hesitated to pitch a client, ask for an opportunity, or send that cold email because you feared hearing "no"? Rejection can sting, but what if embracing rejection could unlock new opportunities and help you build a more resilient business? In today’s episode, I sit down with Liz Mosley, a graphic designer with over 15 y…
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“I can't get past €10k/month Freelancing…” — Solving $100k→$200k/yr Bottlenecks, With Delia Monk
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49:49Full 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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How To Use “Runway Reduction Anchoring” To Charge More
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15:02Full 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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Mastering Your Freelance Offers: A Guide to Creating High-Impact Freelance Services
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1:06:53Full 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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How To Get to $200K/Yr With Automated, Value-First Outreach at Scale
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28:20Full 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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021. The Secret Email Funnel All Service Providers Need with Prerna Malik
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42:59Send us a text Have you ever felt like your email marketing is more of a chore than a powerful tool in your business? Maybe you’re struggling with what to say, how to say it, or even why you’re sending emails in the first place. It’s easy to get caught up in the numbers—opens, clicks, unsubscribes—and lose sight of the true purpose: connecting with…
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020. (Part 2) To Summit or Not to Summit? Answering Your Questions About The Creative Future Summit
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49:35Send us a text This episode is part two of my Summit BTS series, where I dive deep into your burning questions about planning and running the Creative Future Summit. From promotion and marketing to handling affiliates and feedback, I share everything I learned and what I'll do differently next time. If you're considering hosting your own event or j…
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Unlocking Freelance Success: Time Management and Strategy with Julie DeLuca Collins
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46:47What 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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019. (Part 1) To Summit or Not to Summit? Behind the Scenes of the Creative Future Summit
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45:37Send us a text Ever wondered what goes into planning and executing a large-scale summit? In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of my first-ever Creative Future Summit, held from May 14-17, 2024. From the initial idea to the final numbers, I reveal the highs, lows, and everything in between. Whether you're thinking about hosting your own eve…
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SEO & AI Content Creation for Freelancers, with Tim Davidson
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1:31:24Full 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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Transforming Client Selection and Crafting an Effective Offer Ladder
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28:29Full 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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2 Big Marketing Mistakes Freelancers Make: Expecting Free Clients & Not Knowing Your Numbers
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30:52Full 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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The Delegation Mistakes Freelancers & Agency Owners Make
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18:37Full 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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Freelancer vs Agency: Understanding Differences & Choosing What's Right for You
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34:14Full 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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018. Fighting Burnout: How to Identify, Prevent, and Recover with Maegan Megginson
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44:34Send us a text Have you ever felt so overwhelmed by your work that you start losing passion for it? Perhaps the deadlines seem endless, the expectations unrealistic, and suddenly, you're running on empty, stuck in a loop of frustration and isolation. We've all been there, right? Imagine stepping away from it all, not by quitting, but by intentional…
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3 Components of a Successful Freelance Business and Common Bottlenecks Within Them
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11:00Full 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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A Deep Dive into Brand Identity with Laura Hulleman's Revolutionary Strategy
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44:26What 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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How to grow your dream business & do things you never thought possible, with Taylor Jacobson
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1:06:10Links & 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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017. Why Real Connections Trump Social Media in Building Your Business?
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52:57Send us a text So what’s working in business right now? Is social media still IN or is it officially OUT? What does proactive marketing mean? And what are the marketing strategies that will never go out of style and ALWAYS bring you results? These are all the topics we’re gonna discuss today with my guest Shannon Mattern of Web Designer Academy, wh…
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[Coaching: Maia #24] Maia’s Final Episode + Reflecting on the Journey to 6 Figures
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1:08:34Links & 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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[Coaching: Maia #23] Vacation Planning Win and New Client Acquisition Model + Reflecting on Business Growth
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46:19Links & 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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[Coaching: Maia #22] Building a Social Media Community, Coaching Program Improvements + KPIs and Checklists for Engagement
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24:59Links & 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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[Coaching: Maia #21] Maia’s Team Development Success and Creating Business Plans for the Future
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31:26Links & 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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[Coaching: Maia #20] Funnel for a High-Ticket Offer, Nurturing Community Members + the Balance Between Free vs Paid Content
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27:37Links & 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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[Coaching: Brad #19] Job Offer Accepted, Shifting Beliefs + Aligning Career With Long-Term Goals
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[Coaching: Maia #19] $11,000 Month! Success With Referrals + Refining Service Offering
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[Coaching: Brad #18] Full-Time Job Offer! Plus Negotiating Side Projects With an Employer
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43:51Links & 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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[Coaching: Maia #18] Updated Offers and Pricing, Team Empowerment + Streamlining Project Management
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40:56Links & 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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[Coaching: Brad #17] Setting Boundaries with Clients and Time Management + Open Communication
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[Coaching: Maia #17] Boosting Profitability and Tracking Finances + Membership Model Planning
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[Coaching: Brad #16] Successful New Client Meeting, Setting Clear Expectations + Dealing With Overwhelm
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[Coaching: Maia #16] Managing Finances and Fears, Brand Outreach Strategy + Preparing To Scale
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[Coaching: Brad #15] Reliant on One Client, Progress Made So Far + Getting Quick Wins for Clients
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[Coaching: Maia #15] Hiring a Social Media Manager and Instagram Success + Documenting the Journey
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[Coaching: Brad #14] Navigating Burnout and Embracing Setbacks + the Value of a Community
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[Coaching: Maia #14] Building a Paid Community and Pricing Strategy + Dual-Purpose Content
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[Coaching: Brad #13] Overcoming Burnout, Affiliate Management Growth + Establishing Authority
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[Coaching: Maia #13] Converting Instagram Followers to Clients and Email Marketing Strategy + Onboarding Automation
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[Coaching: Brad #12] Affiliate Management Success, Checklist for Client Outcomes + Launching Beta Tests
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