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From curious freelancer to 10 years solo bossing
From curious freelancer to 10 years solo bossing Meet our resident Slow Summer Club coach, Lisa Slater... Hi Reader, Over the past few weeks, I've shared the dates and the sessions for the Slow Summer Club. But a programme is only as good as the people running it. So let me introduce them, starting with our resident coach, Lisa Slater. Lisa is the owner of Make Your Copy Count Ltd and the author of The Freelance Fairytale: How to Create Your Happy Ever After. Her mission is to help...
Doors now open!
Doors now open! Are you ready for your first slow summer? Hi Reader, The Slow Summer Club is officially open — and you're the first to know. We’re starting on 16 April, with 8 weekly sessions running through to 4 June. Head to our website for all the details, including speakers, session topics, and pricing. Spots are limited to keep the group small, so don't sit on this one too long. Join the club Will I see you there, Reader? Merve Slow Summer Club 16 April – 4 June 2026 ☀️ 8 live expert...
The chain reaction that started with doing less
The chain reaction that started with doing less Good marketing isn't about getting more leads. It's about getting better ones. Hi Reader, Last summer, we had to cancel our holiday due to a family member's health concerns. We decided to stay at home, so we would be close to the hospital, just in case. I could have filled the time with work. But instead, I decided to try something else: working only half days, four days a week. Just for a couple of weeks, to see how it goes. By the end of those...
A sneak peek inside the club 👀
A sneak peek inside the club 👀 Slow Summer Club is coming soon:16 April - 4 June 2026 Hi Reader, Last week I shared the dates for the Slow Summer Club — hope it’s already in your calendar? Today, I’m back with more details on what we’ll actually cover. Slow Summer Club 2026 📆 16 April - 4 June 20268 weeks, 8 live sessions, every Thursday at 1pm UK time. Each week, you'll join a workshop or fireside chat with Q&A at the end. Over 8 sessions, we'll walk you through building a lead generation...
Are you stuck in survival mode?
Are you stuck in survival mode? Survival might be success out in the wild, but in business, it's a warning sign. You say yes to work you know isn't right. You hold on to projects longer than you should. You price low to avoid hearing no. You end the day so tired you can’t even decide what to eat for dinner. When you're filling every role in your business (strategist, marketer, salesperson, accountant…), the decision load is relentless. Your brain starts taking shortcuts: grab what's in front...
Before you set 2026 goals, read this.
Patterns, priorities, and boundaries for a fulfilled year... “Every living organism is fulfilled when it follows the right path for its own nature.”― Marcus Aurelius Hey solo boss, As we run full speed towards the new year, it’s tempting to jump straight into goals, plans, and new ideas. But let’s take a moment before any of that and answer one simple question: What do you want your business to feel like next year? Think about the kind of work you want more of, the clients who bring out your...
Time vampires, power hours, informed decisions...
Time vampires, power hours, informed decisions... “Time is what we want most, but use worst.” — William Penn Hello Reader, Welcome to the very first issue of Solo Boss Way, a monthly newsletter created specifically for solo professionals who want to build a sustainable business without burning out. It’s about creating a business that works for your life, not the other way around. At Solo Boss, we believe in: Working smarter, not harder Finding your own rhythm Building something meaningful and...
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