Make Millions With a One-Person Business - Here's How

#solopreneur #agency #designer
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Time Stamps:
0:00 - Intro
1:08 - What Brett Does
4:28 - Designjoy System
11:08 - Different Services
17:16 - How to Get Clients
23:02 - Pricing and Onboarding
24:58 - Traditional Agencies Suck
28:15 - How You Sell it
31:36 - Teaching
36:45 - Software and Tools
40:30 - Assumption Based Design
43:45 - Retention
50:00 - Your First Client
55:32 - Online Communities
59:09 - Twitter Strategy
1:02:08 - The Future of Work
1:04:08 - Courses are not a Scam
1:10:40 - The TRUE Value of Courses
1:16:45 - Quality of Life
1:20:16 - Ai
1:23:38 - Biggest Problem
1:26:24 - Mindset on Money
1:30:05 - Breaking Beliefs
1:34:30 - Who Do You Learn From
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[@TheBrettWay]

Free training on how to start a productized agency - training.wgmiacademy.io/ How to productize your skill step by step - www.wgmiacademy.io/

[@Limitless_Doom]

This dude looks like a crack head. Working on a computer all day is not worth millions . I bet he wouldn't be bald if he wasn't stressed tf out editing all day

[@SuperRadChad]

I'm a designer of 20+ years. Worked on everything from Redbull and Reebok to Kevin Hart and Cardie B. This dude has nailed it. I have felt how broken the agency style model is for a long time but didn't think this is possible. He's really nailed the niche with the tech startups who need quick turnaround and want to go to market asap. I'll be using some tips here to refine my business model. Cause the lengths I go to to pull down 20-25k/month is excessive most the time.

[@zedrake]

About to set up something similar. I have around 7 years experience in Product Design UI/UX as well as some branding experience. If I can do around 10k I’d be happy

[@Huttersvuur]

How many real hours are you working each day? The hours this guy makes to get all the work done sound pretty excessive to me as well.

[@ryangreen45]

I don’t know who are these people paying $5k/month for web design

[@Huttersvuur]

@@ryangreen45 It's simple math. It's cheaper for companies to hire this guy (with a subscription they can temporarily post-pone when they've run out of work) then to hire a fulltime designer. As long as the delivery of the requests is fast enough it's simply a good offer.

[@kisms8590]

How do u get clients? Also, how do u fulfill so many clients as 1 man show?

[@bestofthebest3812]

Sheesh. Not only is he asking great questions but the amount of simplicity in that dudes workflow is insane. This video is gold…thanks Brett🔥🙏🏽

[@fisher3123]

best business podcasts i’ve seen man.. the questions you ask are actually creating useful content

[@pamelamvaldez]

This is one of the best and most informative videos I’ve seen in a while. Straight facts, no fluff and so much valuable information. Loved this!!! Keep it up.

[@mohitmojito]

You should do more of such podcasts Brett! You're a natural at it.

[@somethingaboutnay6019]

I watched him on another platform and am watching him here again- seriously love his transparency…he is a mesmerising influence on us all…just like he is an anomaly to himself….he creates disbelief that things can really be this simple. But I’ve reworked a few things and already am seeing how it could generate better simpler outcomes allowing me to start sooner than later!

[@speculativereality]

After viewing thousands of yt vids this one jumps to the top 5. Generosity, transparency, humility, massive value from the guest and comprehensive and insightful questions from the host/interviewer. Bravo! Encore! Already shared with my uber talented (biased much?😅) digital artist daughter.

[@saatvikagrawal]

what other videos do you have in your top 5?

One of the most honest and open business talks I've encountered in years, amazing!

[@bakeraus]

Very true

[@iamandycozzens]

Just wanna say I appreciate you asking good clarification questions. Too many times hosts of podcasts or interviews ask a question, it gets a vague answer, and they move on. But you dig in, you ask for more detail on each step, ask for their process, etc. All questions the listener is wishing would be asked but usually never is. I don't normally comment on stuff on KZbin or use the like button but this deserved it big time.

[@TheBrettWay]

That’s how I always feel listening to podcasts as well haha it’s so frustrating. I really want to understand how these people make their thing work because often times the tiny nuances are what make it special. Thanks for going out of your way to acknowledge that means alot!

[@MichaelDavidLee]

Exactly

[@sovereignityvideo]

although I haven't fully watched the video and have just started now, i've gotta say. this youtube channel provides immense value and i thank you for the insight you give. i enjoy watching these long form videos

[@isamatula]

When Leila Hormozi said the most flexible system wins, this one definitely won 😮

[@FinanceWithMiracle]

You came up with in-depth questions man. Nice content you have here ❤

[@InteriorDesignHub]

I'm obsessed with your business model! I launch my own membership on June 7th! It was all because you... you really inspired me to review and Pivot my business model. THANK YOU!!!

[@ithaca2076]

have you gotten any clients yet ?

[@PabloLucio]

how is it going this far? any client?

[@Brodragon2225]

hey can you tell me discord server for saas ideas

[@user-oi6rb8rz8g]

brett the way you deal with the interview pace without a scheme is mindblowing to me

[@mrxXxkink]

This is my first time watching Brett and I’m blown by how good his podcast is. Thank you for the awesome interview and keep up the good work.

[@user-gl2wb3hb6l]

Love this! I’ve been a pro copywriter working for a lot of ad firms and brands the last 15 years and there’s been a TON of ups and downs. Especially the last few years! This has my wheels spinning BIG time. Thanks for sharing!

[@lexoclepto]

Great questions Brett! Your providing great value in your videos! 👊

[@guillermocast01]

This dude has talent for interviewing people, thanks for sharing 🤜🤛

[@teabagwastaken]

Incredible questions and a simple workflow. Absolute gold!

[@joaquingale]

Probably the best host I've seen on the internet. Amazing deep knowledge about the topic and asking the right questions even for clarify...

[@ivanapontet992]

This is one of the most useful videos I've seen in a lot of time, really quality content. Thanks!!

[@AllegedlySpiffy]

Fantastic episode. Your ability to ask the right questions was great and Brett was an awesome guest.

[@nguye1971]

Very inspirational as a solo backend developer myself. Great story. Thanks

[@sorosfox3801]

Thank you for your generosity in being so transparent about your process Brett. Wishing you continued success!

[@arabadjiewww]

Making money is an action. Keeping money is behavior. Growing money is knowledge...

[@jessinvests]

Love this! ❤💯

[@pravinlakkaraju9510]

❤

[@LaurieAnnCurry]

❤️❤️love this! Truth squared ❤️❤️

[@ethio-tech7028]

This guy is simple but brilliant . Some people think they are sophisticated and smart by unnecessarily complicating things.

[@peternguyen2022]

Wow, assumption-based design (ABD) is such a powerful concept! If we generalize, we could use this concept in other situations. For example, a content marketer could review a website and write a proposal for a Content Marketing campaign or system based on assumptions derived from his analysis of the website. He then sends the proposal (or better yet, the actual Content Marketing Plan) to the prospect who owns the website. Whether or not the Content Marketing Plan suits the needs of the prospect, he will probably be impressed by how proactive and committed to his craft the content marketer is. If the prospects doesn't need or want content marketing, fine. But if there's a need, I doubt that he would call on other content marketer since THIS ONE has clearly proven how passionate, committed and customer-centric he is! Thanks Brett for the idea!

[@feff232]

I love your camera switches. They make it more professional

[@n8n565]

Such good questions and natural guiding of the interview. Really enjoyed this.

[@adriang9942]

Easiely one of the highest value videos I've watched recently, much appreciated Brett ✌

[@DNBCYPHER]

I'm in the process of building my own website for this exact purpose! very inspiring talk, thank you guys.

[@legionjames1822]

Love it. Just started a vinyl buisness specializing in custom graphic design. Very useful and helpful. Thank you both.

[@Julie_loves_YHVH]

Thank you! This was a great interview and the questions asked were on point that really helped to pull quality information. 🙌🏽🤩

[@juliamonahan530]

The best nugget from this video is “assumption based design” which is a term he just made up… I’m definitely going to use this strategy for marketing

[@culturepreneur]

No lie brett I've been watching you since the early NFT days content, this was your best content ever produced no cap this was full of so many gems kudos to you for broadcasting this to the world🔥

[@isaiahballah2787]

First time watching your pod, instant sub! great video

[@ED-007]

Fantastic interview. I agree you’re an amazing podcaster, asked incredible questions.

[@THOF4YOUTUBE]

Justin and Dan are my Boys! Dan speaks on self improvement as something that you can monetize.

[@SaaSBae]

Brett - you are the man! I love the questions you are asking. 🤗

[@niameanspurpose]

Brett you are a talented podcaster... asking clarifying questions about the processes.. im going to share this video in my management class.... we are learning about processes.

[@Bemaseated]

Brett: hands down, you have one of the best channels of all time.

[@KosherPlug]

So much valuable info packed into one podcast 🔥

[@Brett.Malinowski.]

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[@patrick-resendiz]

His course is great. It’s quick and short but easily worth the price for what you get. I’ve been following his work for a while and am taking some aspects of this and applying to my 3d Rendering business. Great interview!

[@ThisDesignLife]

What did you change in your business due to the course?

[@Tonemind]

And revenue type?

[@patrick-resendiz]

@@ThisDesignLife I’m moving away from offering services based on 90 minute sessions and instead going to utilize a time based model for a fixed fee with a request queue.

[@seannunley1442]

@@patrick-resendiz I haven’t finished the podcast yet but what course are you talking about?

[@khezuhl]

I think I‘m going to buy it. Do you get everything you need to start it on your own?

[@WendellAlbarran]

Brett wanted to take the time write out a comment. I currently live in New York City and worked in investment banking (quit my job this past week). I have watched most of your podcasts and some of your videos regarding AI & no code software. I love how informative your videos are and have learned a ton since I started to watch your content. Really appreciate all of the hard work and value that you provide. I never write comments but wanted to make an exception because you've done an absolutely phenomenal job.

[@TheBrettWay]

i appreciate you going out of your way to say that my man! I try to find a wide range of guests that can exhibit their expertise through detailed questioning. I love seeing the commonalities in all of their thought processes then getting into the specifics of their craft. I rarely comment on youtubers videos as well so it means a lot Wendell!

[@danilastepanenkov9756]

Why did you quit banking? And what do you do now? Just curious

[@KwikVideoMaker]

luv luv that he touched on working in those spaces where you just can't use those work samples to propel yourself forward. And creating samples just to have a nicer portfolio. I totally relate to that. The mundane work shows ability but not impressive as portfolio pieces. I so can relate fully to that. I struggle with that. I used to create samples of imaginary projects and stopped. but there is so much merit to that.

[@dilfui3154]

a master of asking business questions... there is no one better

[@Soraxxzero]

Absolutely!!! I’ve truly 3x my knowledge and started implementation ever since finding this channel a month ago

[@bakeraus]

Must have the most amazing workflow and very skilled. More power to you! :)

[@fawadayoubi231]

So much value!!! Thank you guys for this brilliant video!

[@ruszrp]

Thanks a lot for this interview and all the insights from the guest. Huge mindshift, this guy breaks the rules.

[@TheBrettWay]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jonblablabla1014]

Dropping gold in these videos man!!! I'm new to your channel and also new to starting an agency. My goal is to start a one man digital marketing/web development agency that generates $10k/month. Most videos i come across are very vague and dont go in depth at all, but yours do 👌👍

[@jimperezcadena]

I was looking to update my design business. This makes sense. Thanks.

[@olivedrab]

Amazing interview. Thanks for hosting and thanks to Brett for sharing.

[@chloedesigns]

Thanks both Brett! Your video really opened my eyes. And I started the course:)

[@jontnoneya3404]

AWESOME - There's a LOT of really great info in this podcast. THANK YOU BRETT for clarifying his toolset. I think I learned so much about some new tools I didn't even know existed before. The using some that I already knew about in new and interesting ways. Those things are absolute GOLD. AND to hear his model of subscription based, pause/cancel anytime, no contracts is brilliant!! As a guy that came from the business side of things, this will definitely attract clients. BUT one VERY important point that I think newbies need to realize. He said that he had to work extremely hard for long periods of time in his life to acquire the necessary skills ALL BEFORE launching his business. YES he did clarify these points in the pod, which was good to hear and he even said "perhaps I should have made this clear earlier on" which is really good too. SO there was NO misleading info. It's just that newbies or people that are really frustrated in life may think "Oh cool.....I just do what he did and start cashing phat checks." But there was MUCH more time involved in this.

[@jaykishandobariya5428]

My Guy Brett here is really asking valuable questions!

[@sammay1540]

Second video I’ve watched. You’ve earned my subscription! Thanks for the content.

[@DeepLearningUnderground]

The studio setup is awesome. Can you please make a video on this, a walk through around your space, with what all equipments and accessories you use. Thanks.

[@NativeBostonianKP]

Love this! Was just having this convo 😊 algorithms are real!

[@minukonto2929]

hey bro ! love your content and honesty ,you are giving to the world ! can you please make short video about your eating habits and nutrition you are using your everyday life . you mentioned in one video , that that was one thing that if you would know it before , you would be better off with your life even more earlyer , i think that knowledge would be soooo valuable for everyday people to know and would get peoples life better , living by principle that first take care of yourself , then everything else gets better ! thanks ahead , and keep up your good work , looking foward your new content ! much love , cheers !

[@YaYousef5]

I paid for Brett's course. The majority of it is 5 minute audio recordings of him saying the same things he says in interview videos. There's 6 "video" lessons which are 5 minute Loom recordings. He doesn't show any actual numbers. He doesn't show any actual clients. He doesn't show actual proof that he's doing this with anyone. He also states blatant lies like he still uses the free version of Trello but that's impossible because it only allows 10 members/guests but he says he has 16 clients. So he's lying that he uses the free version or he uses the cheapest $5/month option and invites them as guests which you can have 1 guest per board, but I'm not sure why he doesn't just say that. I'm happy the course was only $100 but it was honestly a waste of money and while Brett is smart to share the idea of his system he falls flat in actually showing any proof that he's doing it. He also hasn't responded to anyone in the course community for over 7 months despite it saying he was active "1 hour ago." There's a number of people in the community who have said they've requested a refund but hasn't gotten a response from Brett about it.

[@MostlyPeacefulNinja]

Interesting. Sounds like his main business is selling courses

[@HiddenHistoryYT]

That intro has got me HYPED up boi LETS GET IT

[@lisar2135]

This was such a great video, super informative, just subbed 🔥

[@niameanspurpose]

excellent video. thank you for sharing. we ❤ the transparency and honesty.

[@aidanleather]

Fantastic interview, super interesting business model, nice vibe & flow!

[@f4llenstarr]

Fantastic pod, listened all the way through

[@DigitalDrace]

Never thought I’d see Brett interview Brett.

[@svetloslavnovoselski8696]

This is one of the best podcasts I have ever watched.

[@khezuhl]

Hi Brett. Just stumbled upon you and your story thanks to a video on the channel starterstory. It was so inspiring to me, that I want to start my own business like you - in seo and copywriting services. thanks so much. maybe I‘m going to purchase your course as well

[@buyingandsellingland]

Amazing. I will think about how to apply this to real estate for owners who want to sell multiple properties!

[@theyiannispapastergiou]

OK, this specific podcast really changed the way I do business. I do not do design but mainly web design, development, marketing, paid ads, etc, for content creators. I found myself having clients and spending endless time on comms admin, gathering info they sent through emails, DMs, WhatsApp, Messenger, you name it. I also created custom service packages for each, which added time for negotiations, contracts, etc. As a one-man band, I could not afford to lose this time. So this video inspired me to offer my services as a product, and the time back I got to actually work on client work and business development is mad. Thanks, both of you, for a fantastic podcast!

[@TheBrettWay]

I really appreciate you saying that my friend thank you

[@theyiannispapastergiou]

@@TheBrettWay thank you for your podcasts!

[@jrearena]

Brett at 28 mins drops a nice question…impressive thought process with these questions. Thanks

[@MikeFragrance]

Can’t wait to finish the rest of this video

[@jonyoung9408]

I am at the very beginning stages of making the transition to this model. What's funny is I actually came to the conclusion on my own and then came across this guy and he's confirmed my hypothesis. The Idea is to eliminate a lot of the headache for companies and get rid of all the little extra annoyances.

[@robertdaniel7393]

I'M NEW TO BTC AND I'VE BEEN MAKING LOSSES TRYING TO MAKE PROFIT MYSELF IN TRADING...I THOUGHT TRADING ON DEMO ACCOUNT IS JUST LIKE TRADING THE REAL MARKET... CAN ANYONE HELP ME OUT OR AT LEAST ADVICE ME ON WHAT TO DO?

[@markfreund8904]

All you need as a beginner to make good profit from cryptocurrency is a professional trader who will trade on your behalf else you may make losses.

[@gerumgelovani669]

That is true, you need an expert trader to make good profit from cryptocurrency trade

[@gerumgelovani669]

And this is the perfect time to invest in cryptocurrency because of the rise in cryptocurrency.

[@noraemelda3714]

Trading with an expert is the best strategy for newbies and busy investors who have little or no time to monitor their trade.. I will advice you to stop trading on your own it's very risky. Seek advice of a professional trader.

[@mayaharper4380]

​@@noraemelda3714How can someone know a professional trader that is trustworthy when legit ones are hard to find this days.

[@vivacemaxvictor2765]

This is soooooo good! Thank You both. Xoxo 💋

[@aravindranganathan5516]

I just watched this guy on starter story channel dayum this dude is all over different channels.

[@kamilmusalat]

They’re pushing him hard now

[@TonyGizer]

Speed is a quality of its own.

[@PerransTribeOfMillionires]

Dude, this was another Grand Slam episode. I'm learning sooo much from every new podcast, so is this course only for designers? I'm an SMMA starting from scratch. ♥♥Your distant mentee Veronica from The Bahamas.

[@AlaskaJiuJitsu]

I love this, may actually use his services to augment my services.

[@SamuelMcCown]

This podcast was amazing, and if you have ran any sort of creative service business before, this is all you need to get going with Brett's model Incredible value in this video. Though at $150 I am definitely purchasing his course. Even just seeing his trello board would be worth that for me

[@TheBrettWay]

Couldn't agree more!

[@yzniinja]

just mind blowing - thank you so much.

[@tiborszabo8637]

Hands up if somebody became solomilionaire after watching this video since 6 months ago😏

[@manifestedpaths7749]

I have

[@Fannypackfilm]

Super curious how this could translate into video production. Video is a beast in terms of workflow and time, but id love to hear about someone using this model as a video editor

[@divine7223]

Don't know if this is your intention or not but Brett you're got a good talent for podcasting (asking good questions, not interrupting guests, pushing guests to answer unclear / vague questions and replies) so you should definitely take in more guests and push this podcast, I feel like you could really be huge in this space, but you might also have tons of other stuff on your table. How about taking in Web3 founders / co-founders and hear their thoughts? Mainly NFT projects because I think most people follow you because of NFTs. Founder of RFTKT, BAYC, Moonbirds, 9Gag etc etc. Or talk to Web2 brands who has entered the space but failed e.g McClaren or interview Web2 companies who WANTS to enter the space but has no idea how.

[@TheBrettWay]

Thank you divine those words mean a lot! I want to have Luca Netz from pudgy penguins on ASAP what they have been doing is spot on IMO. It would be interesting to hear the business models of those projects as well we will have to see if they are open to it.

[@divine7223]

@@TheBrettWay Interesting stuff, I know a thing or two about Pudy Penguins (behind the scene stuff) would be nice to connect! =)

[@eamonshields2754]

Awesome interview

[@atajqtsawa3293]

very inspiring interview. Thank you guys!

[@TheBrettWay]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@TheOGDesigner]

Great interview!! I wanted to do everything that was said 😬

[@yessyperalta9566]

Great interview!!!

[@DrKnowsMore]

Hey Brett, Wondering if you can cover things about business structure like LLC, sole proprietor, freelance-model, accounting/finance, etc. Do these people hire accountants? Who does the taxes? Those sorts of things.

[@ivycarlastories]

🥰😍🤩 Learned a lot! Thank you for this interview.🥰

[@boostingyourbiz]

Great video and operating model! Solo, Intake, Agile, Kanban, Iterative, Status! As a business and IT consultant I’ve have been looking for that monthly subscription model to offer products and services and watching this just solidified the ideas. Thank you! By the way, I love Midjourney and ChatGPT 😊

[@Christian-ev2px]

Good stuff brett

[@AvaIvy20]

Thanks for a very informative video

[@nattysweg343]

Dope video, one thing there is a background monitor/fan noise in your video like a constant buzzing...

[@ayysweetstea9339]

A lot of information to take in but very informative. Good interviewing skills.

[@packagingunboxd]

Stoked to hear how in depth you guys got. I’m based in Scottsdale and currently traveling the world (Milan, Singapore, Shanghai, Romania, NYC, LA) teaching an Ai workflow for packaging designers. Now is the time to break out of the 9-5 grind!!

[@khazana24]

Hey there, I would love to know what kind of role/position you have that lets you travel this way. Or is this your own business?

[@packagingunboxd]

@@khazana24 Anyone can travel like this if you build a personal brand and help to educate everyone in your industry. Most people keep what they learn secret because they feel they will be able to get ahead, the true secret is that by sharing what you know people will want to learn from you and will quickly spread the word about what you do. Try it!

[@FaridShahidinejad]

I'm starting to teach AI courses at my local level.

[@packagingunboxd]

@@FaridShahidinejad That's awesome! Are you interested in developing packaging designs with Ai? I have a few brands that are looking for Ai creators that have asked if I knew anyone interested.

[@Laury777]

So you're teaching AI workflow to people within your industry? Or did you choose that industry because you have experience in design?

[@benedson6553]

Yoo, I had no idea you were sharing an office with Sebastian!! I was in your office just a few months ago 😂😂😂

[@adrianarnold1239]

You are so inspiring...I've been 3 weeks and I'm trying to share my journey of paying off $124k of debt in just 16 months back in 2020 and I have remained focused towards retirement goal and increased rental property and maintain modest lifestyle financially and became a minimalist... 71 subscribers and 55 video..mostly shorts, but I really just can't figure this thing out because I want to share that journey to hope others could use to help them❤❤❤

[@m.ehtizan]

Hey Brett, I just watched your video and I must say that it was really informative, very useful and well-made. I loved your videos. I was wondering if I could help you edit your videos and also make highly engaging shorts for you?