From Craigslist to $35K Projects – Why Freelancers Struggle and How YOU Can Scale for Success with Kady Sandel

For freelancer Graphic Designers, the grind is real—low-paying clients, endless revisions, and that sinking feeling of being stuck. But Kady Sandel knows a thing or two about breaking free. Starting her journey hustling on Craigslist, Kady turned $65 logo gigs into $35K projects and built a thriving creative agency.

This week on The Angry Designer Podcast, we’re joined by Kady Sandel, a Freelance Graphic Designer turned agency owner who went from hustling on Craigslist to landing massive clients and building a thriving creative business. Together, we dig into why so many freelancers hit a ceiling and the brutal truth about what it takes to scale.

In this episode you’ll discover:

• How to set higher rates and land premium projects

• The power of niching down and targeting the RIGHT clients

• Real strategies from Kady’s journey—from Craigslist hustler to six-figure deals

If you’re ready to ditch low-paying clients and start commanding the rates you deserve, this episode is your no fluff guide to scaling for success.

It’s time to learn from the best, embrace the hustle, and charge what you’re worth.

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