Wish You Could Work For Yourself?

How to Turn Your Skills Into A Dependable Independent Income

A structured and proven method to transition out of employment and build a high revenue service-based business around existing skills. I did it, so can you.

No hype. No shortcuts. Just the practical path I followed.

Feeling Stuck in your 'safe' job?

You’re not stuck.
You need an actionable plan.

Here’s the hard truth – fulltime salaried jobs, especially office jobs offer some stability, but heavily limit both income and freedom.

They trap you into working long hours often in one location, and you are not rewarded for the true value of your efforts. I know you feel this.

You have probably considered working for yourself before but it feels too risky.
What if I fail? What if I end up with no work and no money? I get it, it’s scary.

But, I actually did it successfully and have always had enough money coming each month in because I had a plan.

I transitioned into independent reliable income by taking on high-paying clients to replace my salary, and now I’ll teach you how you can too.

I then went on to develop a high-revenue service-based business that frees up my time and delivers the success I crave. This is going to be your end goal.

You know you have the skills, now you just need the plan to make it a reality.

Sound Familiar?

Your salary is barely enough to live well

Truth: Very few professions pay enough to build independent wealth.

You wish you had more control over your time

Truth: Fulltime employment takes up over 50% of your daily life.

You dream of running a business but fail to start

Truth: Most people have the ability to sell their skills as freelancer.

You stay put because freelance feels too risky

Truth: Most businesses fail because they do not build a client pipeline.

So, how did I do it?

Back in 2020 I was in exactly the same position as you.

I was earning ‘okay’ money, I had stability, I had a routine, but I was not getting anywhere and I felt trapped in my job. It took a big toll on me.

I had debt, I had bills, I had a child – and I could not see anyway to improve my finances on my salary alone – even if I got a better job, it wouldn’t be enough.

Then covid hit, we were sent home on lockdown, and my whole working world changed.

Suddenly I was at home, managing all my own tasks and I realised, “why am I working for someone else when i could be doing this work for myself?”

I spoke to a business coach and they helped me realise that my skills were valuable, and I could sell them as a freelance consultant for better money.

Within weeks I had a couple of paying clients, and I was able to see a pathway to find more. I knew how much I could charge, how many clients I needed, and how many hours per week this would take up.

Now I had a plan, and I transitioned out of fulltime over the course of 6 months.

There is a world of opportunity out there waiting for you.

What you can’t see right now because you are stuck in salary mentality, is that there is a huge opportunity out there for you to earn whatever you want.

£100k, £250k, £500k, £1mil – these are all achievable numbers if your skills are valuable, and you can be smart about how you structure your business.

In one of my first business deals I got a £10k down-payment – just like that £10k in my bank. It was a pivotal moment where I saw the possibilities.

If you limit yourself to selling your time at £30/hr, you’ll work flat out, fulltime and only make about £50k. But if you build a service that sells solutions of value rather than hours of time, your income is scalable to six figures and beyond.

This is what I teach in the Freelance Transition Framework, and it really works.

Quick reality check – can anyone do this?

Yes, but you will have to work smart and put the time in.

Look, I’m not selling a get-rich-quick scheme to hopeful entrepreneurs, preying on hopes and dreams to make a few bucks. I’m looking for serious people that understand if you work smart and apply yourself, you can make it in business.

I am just a normal guy that managed to dig my way out of the employment trap and learned a lot along the way. It’s been hard work, and there is no success in life without some hard work. My plan involves hard work, but also smart work.

I mostly do what I do because I am driven by a desire to succeed, and I want other people to feel that experience of success and freedom too.

If you really want this, my framework will work, and you don’t have to quit your job to start it.

The Freelance Transition Framework

Designed to reduce risk, build momentum gradually, and create a reliable income before you make any major decisions.

Each stage builds on the last – turning your existing skills into something that can support you independently.

Stage 1.

Skill Capital

Identify which of your existing skills have real commercial value, focusing on experience businesses will pay for rather than hobbies, interests, or low-demand capabilities.

Stage 2.

Service Packaging

Turn your skills into a clear, outcome-focused service with defined deliverables, positioning, and pricing, so clients understand exactly what they’re buying and why it matters.

Stage 3.

Client Acquisition

Learn practical, repeatable ways to connect with potential clients, build trust, and secure work without relying on platforms, luck, or inconsistent inbound opportunities.

Stage 4.

Salary Replacement

Build freelance income alongside your job, gradually increasing revenue until it reliably matches your salary, reducing risk and making the transition a logical next step.

Stage 5.

Recurring Revenue

How to create ongoing client relationships, creating predictable monthly income through retainers, support agreements, or continuous service delivery that builds long-term stability.

Stage 6.

Freedom Scaling

Structure your business to grow without relying entirely on your time, using outsourcing, partnerships, and systems to maintain income while increasing flexibility and control.

Who is this for?

This approach isn’t suited to those looking for quick wins or passive income, but rather for people willing to apply their skills and build something real over time.

This program is built for people who already have valuable skills — and want to use them to create a more independent, flexible way of working.

You’ve considered doing this for some time, but just never got started.

You have professional or technical skills and knowledge
You feel capable of earning more than your current salary
You want greater control over your time and how you work
You want to build gradually rather than taking a big risk
You are willing to take practical action each week
You are looking for a structured, realistic path - not guesswork

What's Included?

8 Weekly Sessions

Over the course of 8 weeks you get an introduction, the 6 main stages, and a final implementation session.

Framework Workbook

Contains everything within the program for you to read and make notes in during the sessions.

Resources Pack

I supply you with examples of outreach emails, work proposals, service pricing models, and more.

Our Community

You'll join our Slack group and be able to collaborate with other freelancers that have been on the program.

Your Coach

My name is Chris Bradshaw, I have been working in web design and digital marketing for over 20 years, and I spent a lot of that time in full-time roles. This was how I learned what I know and I am a great advocate of the working world.

But at a certain point in your career, if you have developed valuable skills it makes sense to run your own business and change your life in the process.

I created this program so that other people can transition safely into freelance and on to business success too. There’s nothing special about me, I am the same as you. I just landed upon a method that works.

You know it’s possible, you just need to be shown how, and then put the effort in and replicate it. Let’s do this.

Next Group Training:

Weds 9th December 2026

Book Your Free Discovery Session.

I’m sure you have questions and I don’t expect you to commit to this program without first asking some questions and making sure it’s a good fit.

So drop your details below and I will arrange a free 20 minute discovery session with you personally.

I’ll explain everything you need to know on the call, and you can give me your background and ask me some questions.

Seats are limited to 50 per cohort, and if you miss the December event, the next one starts in March 2027.

FAQ

Do I need to know what my skills are before I start?

No. But you do need to have been working or have direct experience in a professional capacity in web design, digital marketing, graphic design, development or coding, content creation – or something similar.

How quickly can I expect to go full time self employed?

Everyone is different, some might be ready during the 8 week program, others may take up to 12 month – it really depends upon your own personal timeline.

What happens if I miss one of the sessions?

I supply links to re-watch the sessions after they are finished – so you’ll never miss one.

Do I need to tell me employer I am going to do this?

No, not at first. At the right time I will coach you on how to approach your employer, and what you will need to say.

How much does it cost?

The initial 20 minute session with me is free. I will explain the cost of the group training program on the call. You will get no pressure or obligation to buy from me.

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