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Overview of the 7 slides in the "Soft Pastel (Coach / Wellness / Female Creator)" template.
- 15 boundaries every freelancer needs to set - 5 boundaries every freelancer needs to set (before they burn out) John Doe
- 2"I don't take calls before 10 AM." - 01. "I don't take calls before 10 AM." Guard your mornings for deep, focused work. Let clients know your standard meeting windows upfront…
- 3"My inbox closes at 6 PM." - 02. "My inbox closes at 6 PM." No WhatsApp, no Instagram DMs, no weekend texts. Centralize all communication to email or a dedicated…
- 4"Every 'quick favor' requires a quote." - 03. "Every 'quick favor' requires a quote." Scope creep kills profitability and morale. Get comfortable saying: "I'd love to help! Let me…
- 5"When the laptop shuts, work is done." - 04. "When the laptop shuts, work is done." Create physical and mental distance. Whether it's stepping out of your home office or simply…
- 6"I don't start without a deposit." - 05. "I don't start without a deposit." Respect your own financial security. Upfront payments filter out uncommitted clients and ensure you…
- 7Save this. - Save this. Come back when you need it. John Doe
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Slide 1 - 5 boundaries every freelancer needs to set
5 boundaries every freelancer needs to set (before they burn out) John Doe
Slide 2 - "I don't take calls before 10 AM."
01. "I don't take calls before 10 AM." Guard your mornings for deep, focused work. Let clients know your standard meeting windows upfront so you never feel ambushed by an early request. Enforcement Tip Block out 8 AM – 10 AM on your calendar permanently. Treat it like a non-negotiable client meeting with yourself. John Doe
Slide 3 - "My inbox closes at 6 PM."
02. "My inbox closes at 6 PM." No WhatsApp, no Instagram DMs, no weekend texts. Centralize all communication to email or a dedicated project management tool to reclaim your personal time. "Availability does not equal value. Your expertise is what they pay for, not your instant replies." John Doe
Slide 4 - "Every 'quick favor' requires a quote."
03. "Every 'quick favor' requires a quote." Scope creep kills profitability and morale. Get comfortable saying: "I'd love to help! Let me send over a quick estimate for this addition." John Doe
Slide 5 - "When the laptop shuts, work is done."
04. "When the laptop shuts, work is done." Create physical and mental distance. Whether it's stepping out of your home office or simply putting your laptop in a drawer, rituals signal your brain that it is safe to rest. Enforcement Tip Turn off all Slack/Email notifications on your phone. If they need you urgently, they can wait until tomorrow. John Doe
Slide 6 - "I don't start without a deposit."
05. "I don't start without a deposit." Respect your own financial security. Upfront payments filter out uncommitted clients and ensure you are compensated for your time from day one. "A deposit isn't just about money. It's a mutual commitment to the success of the project." John Doe
Slide 7 - Save this.
Save this. Come back when you need it. John Doe