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7 Must-Have Processes Every Creative Business Needs
From booking your first lead to offboarding with ease, these essential processes will save you time, impress your clients, and help your business run smoother (and automatically).
Announcing the winners of the Dubsado New Business Grant
The first year of business takes courage — and these three entrepreneurs showed us just how powerful betting on yourself can be. Meet the recipients of the Dubsado New Business Grant.
Introducing Dubsado 3.0: A faster, more intuitive platform to help you grow your business
We’ve rebuilt Dubsado from the ground up to help you stay organized, save time, and grow your business with confidence.
Introducing the Dubsado New Business Grant
We’re betting on new business owners with our first-ever grant program
How to Find Your Niche as a Creative Business
Niching down can feel like a huge decision, especially when you’re just starting out. Here’s why you don’t have to have it all figured out yet, and how to find your ideal clients as you learn and grow.
How to Deliver a Seamless Client Onboarding Experience
A smooth onboarding experience isn’t just nice to have — it’s the foundation of a successful client relationship. Learn how to set clear expectations, automate your process, and deliver a pro-level experience.
How to Stand Out in a Saturated Market as a Creative Business
When everyone seems to be offering the same thing, how do you carve out your own space and build a business that feels like yours? Here’s how to stand out no matter how crowded the market.
How to Find Your First 5 Clients (Even Without a Portfolio)
Starting a business is exciting, but how do you actually land those first paying clients? Here’s a practical guide with real-world strategies to help you book your first five clients with confidence (and without a portfolio).
A Guide to Pricing Models and Establishing Rates for Service-Based Businesses
Not sure how to price your freelance services? Here’s a breakdown of common pricing models with tips and resources to help you choose the right fit for your work.
Where Your Passion Meets Opportunity: 20 In-Demand Services You Can Offer From Home
Have a creative skill or passion? See how it stacks up with 20 in-demand services you can offer from home—no fancy degree required.
Transform Your Dubsado Client Experience by using a Brand Story
Discover how to weave your Brand Story throughout your Dubsado account—from lead capture forms to client emails—to create clear, conversion-focused messaging. Stop losing prospects to confusion and start guiding them confidently through a story where they’re the hero and you’re the expert guide.
Powerful Discovery Call Questions That Help You Book More Clients (Without Feeling Salesy)
If you keep getting ghosted after discovery calls, the issue might not be your pricing—it might be the questions you're asking. Use these powerful prompts to build deeper client connection and book more aligned clients.
Signs You’re Ready to Start Your Own Business (Even If You Don’t Think You Are)
Feeling like you’re not ready to start your own business? You’re not alone — but that hesitation doesn’t mean you’re not capable. Here’s how to reframe your doubts and recognize the signs you’re more ready than you think.
How To Get Financing For Your Small Business—With Dubsado Payments Capital
Need funds to grow your business—but not the stress of a traditional loan? Discover how Dubsado Payments Capital offers fast, flexible funding for service-based business owners.
Building Connections That Convert
Struggling with ghosting after consultations? Learn why it happens (hint: it’s not your pricing) and how to fix it by building real human connection to turn leads into booked clients—with less awkward follow-up.
How to Track, Analyze, and Scale Smarter Using Dubsado + Airtable
You’re automating client experiences in Dubsado — but what’s your data really telling you? This webinar recap shows how Airtable can help you lead with insight.
The First 8 Steps to Start Your Freelance Creative Business
Starting a creative business isn’t always easy, but it’s worth it. Here’s what to focus on from day one (and to save for later) to build a strong foundation for success.
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome When Starting Your Own Business
Starting and growing your own business is brave, but self-doubt can creep in. Learn how to spot imposter syndrome and find the confidence to move forward, one small step at a time.
It’s Time To Bet On Yourself. And Prove Yourself Right.
Starting your own business is one of the most wild, exciting, challenging, and fulfilling things you can do for your career. And you don’t need permission to take the leap from anyone but you.
How To Streamline Your Creative Business With Dubsado + ClickUp
You didn’t start your business to spend all day in admin mode. Let’s walk thru how to build smart systems using Dubsado + ClickUp so you can spend more time on what matters.