
Episode 82 - Finding Client like you're dating with Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse
There is a Workshop for that! | The greatest Podcast about FacilitationShow Notes
In this episode, I’m flying solo to talk about a topic that got huge engagement during the Fit for Facilitation Week: how to go find clients as a freelance facilitator. During my session, we were 90 people in the room (!)—so I knew I had to bring it to the podcast for those who couldn’t join live.
What I talk about Inspired by my daughter’s hilarious dating life stories, I explore how finding clients is a lot like dating. From building your client profile (aka your ideal date) to navigating awkward first conversations on LinkedIn, I’m sharing real strategies that helped me grow my facilitation business—without ever feeling salesy.
PLUS: I’ll walk you through the exact exercises we did in the GoFinding Clients session + how to get my free workbook to help you take action right away. ⚡️ Key Takeaways How to use dating metaphors to make client outreach easier (and fun!) The 4 types of networks you already have that can lead to work Exactly how I use LinkedIn like Tinder to start real conversations Why trust takes time—and how to prep future clients now
Download the Free Workbook 📘 GoFinding Clients Like You’d Go on a Date 🌍 Join the Fit for Facilitation Community to access the workbook (it’s free!)
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