192: How This Freelance Technical Designer Landed Her First Client In One Month

Fashion Designers Get Paid: Build Your Fashion Career On Your Own Terms

Is your corporate fashion job leaving you feeling beat down? What if you could quit and land your first freelance client within a month?

That's exactly what today's guest did! Jenny Pflanz the highs and lows of transitioning from corporate to freelance work, including the challenges of projecting confidence, adjusting to the lack of office socializing, and seeking sustainability in the fashion industry. You'll discover the power of networking, the importance of specific details in sustainability efforts, and valuable advice on simplifying the approach to pitching potential clients.

If you're curious about the world of freelancing, overcoming self-doubt, and the pursuit of sustainability in fashion, this episode will leave you feeling inspired and empowered to take on your own freelance journey.

About Jenny
Meet Jenny Pflanz, a Textiles and Apparel Design expert with a bachelor's degree from the University of Nebraska - Lincoln. With over 8 years of experience as a Technical Designer/Product Developer for various renowned brands, Jenny recently made a bold decision to leave her 9-5 job for mental health reasons. During her break, she focused on self-improvement and undertaking CLO certification courses at FIT. She now is successfully freelancing and exploring exciting new opportunities.

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