About this podcast
Are you sick and tired of the "feast or famine" grind of website design? Or, are you looking for a profitable side hustle that will lead you to full-time self-employment so you can finally do life on your terms? Most podcasts don't talk about the BUSINESS of web design. This one is different. In this podcast, Steve Schramm will show you how to build the life business of your dreams. Featuring value-packed training sessions and success stories of others who've been where you are and built a stable web design business that fuels their lifestyle.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 117 episodes
- I Quit My Perfect Job in a Pandemic... Here's Why I’d Do It Again · 13 min · Episode 117In this episode, I share my personal journey of quitting a secure full-time job during COVID to go all-in on my web design business. I explain why so-called "job security" is…
- Unlocking The Power of GREAT Relationships for Business Success · 29 min · Episode 116In this episode of the Web Design MBA, we delve into the immense value of building strong relationships and how it impacts your business success. Understanding the concept, 'your…
- [REVISITED] 5 Advantages of Subscription Web Design Over Traditional Pricing Models · 19 min · Episode 115Traditional website pricing is dead. That's a bold claim, but I don't see how you could beat the advantages of Subscription Web Design in any traditional model. Here are my…
- I Work Less and Get More Done — Here’s My Daily System · 26 min · Episode 114In this episode, I’m sharing 10 productivity hacks that have helped me get more done as a web designer, entrepreneur, and agency owner—without burning out. From using automatic…
- [REVISITED] How to Start Charging More for Web Design Projects · 24 min · Episode 113In this episode of the Subscription Web Design podcast, we delve into strategies for increasing your web design rates and eliminating the mindset blocks that hold you back…
- The Simple Content Strategy That Will Transform Your Web Design Business · 17 min · Episode 112In this episode of the Web Design MBA Podcast, I’m diving into why content creation is a game-changer for web designers looking to grow their business. I’ll break down the simple…
- I Made These Unconventional Deals and Got More Clients · 22 min · Episode 111In this episode of the Web Design MBA Podcast, I’m diving into the Spring 2025 edition of my "How I Got My Last Five Clients" series. Instead of focusing on theory, I’m sharing…
- The 5C's of Attractive Marketing · 37 min · Episode 110In this episode, I break down the 5C's of Attractive Marketing—a framework designed to help web designers and agency owners attract clients instead of chasing them. I share…
- Why You’re Not Getting Clients (And How to Fix It Fast) · 16 min · Episode 109Why do some business owners succeed while others struggle? In this episode, I reveal the mindset shift that can change everything: Activity equals Opportunity. I share personal…
- Stop Working for Free! · 27 min · Episode 108In this episode of The Web Design MBA, I dive into the game-changing concept of paid discovery-why you should stop doing it for free and start charging for your time. I break…
- Why I Never Let Go of This Process (Even During Hard Times) · 20 min · Episode 107In this episode, I’m diving into the heartbeat process-the simple, yet powerful method that keeps my web design business running smoothly. Whether you're a solo designer or…
- Dealing with Overwhelm and Anxiety in Your Web Design Business · 26 min · Episode 106In this episode of the Web Design MBA podcast, I share an update on my unexpected break and return with insights on dealing with overwhelm and anxiety in your business. After…
- I Lost My Biggest Client (Here's What I Learned) · 26 min · Episode 105In this very REAL episode of the Web Design MBA podcast, I share some recent challenging news about losing my biggest client, which accounted for a significant portion of my…
- RANT: Don’t Ghost Your Clients!! · 9 min · Episode 104In this episode of the Web Design MBA podcast, we dive into the critical issue of ghosting clients. I discuss why it's vital for web designers to maintain communication and…
- How to get started in web design without a portfolio... · 18 min · Episode 103In this episode of the Web Design MBA podcast, we discuss a common problem faced by beginner web designers: establishing a portfolio without prior client work. If you're starting…
- Mastering Client Onboarding: Impress and Retain Web Design Clients · 21 min · Episode 102In this episode of the Web Design MBA podcast, focus specifically on creating an effective onboarding process. We explore how a solid onboarding system can significantly improve…
- What kind of content should web designers create? · 24 min · Episode 101In the first episode of the Web Design MBA Podcast, I introduce the rebranded podcast and talk about what kind of content web designers should create to effectively market their…
- I'm (Almost) Back · 7 min · Episode 100In this episode, I’m back after a short break and wanted to thank you all for being so patient. I’ve got some exciting updates to share, including the rebranding of the podcast…
- Reimagining Our Brand · 22 min · Episode 99In this episode, we announce significant changes coming to the Subscription Web Design podcast and business. We're transitioning into a reimagined brand called 'the WebMBA' to…
- [Revisited] 5 Advantages of Subscription Web Design Over Traditional Pricing Models · 19 min · Episode 98Traditional website pricing is dead. That's a bold claim, but I don't see how you could beat the advantages of Subscription Web Design in any traditional model. Here are my…
