Getting your first client is an exhilarating experience, but it’s also an experience that far too many aspiring entrepreneurs never experience. Sometimes, the difference between an idea dying in the idea stage or going on to change the world is getting that first customer – the first tiny win that creates the momentum to make an idea real. So, we connected with some of the smartest folks we could and asked them to tell us the stories of how they got their initial clients.

George “Lamont” Davis

My first client came from a co-worker who I came to detail their vehicle on my day off and other people noticed me and it started to build from there. I was detailing out of my garage at my house before I started driving around in my car with all my equipment. Read more>>

Amy Bowman

I will never forget my very first client, I’m sure most small businesses say the same. All my clients hold a very special place in my heart but that first booking was a feeling like no other! After I finished my Disney College of Knowledge training and went through some training with the owner of our agency, Lynn it was time to tell the world! I had dreamed of this moment for so long and was so excited but also nervous. Read more>>

Nicole Abodo

I got my first paid social media management client for Newly Uncovered Media through a friend during a pandemic (2020). My friend started her business and had questions about social media and how to market her services. Read more>>

Drew Buckner

Great question. So, getting my first client from a LinkedIn post was a bit of a surprise to me. I had just started my freelance business and was trying out different marketing strategies, one of which was posting regularly on LinkedIn, based on a suggestion I got from my wife. Read more>>

Jasmine Sepulveda

I remember my first client like it was yesterday. I’m sure I’m not the only one who feels this way, but my first client will always hold a special place in my heart. I’ll take you guys back with me to reminisce- ready? Read more>>

Tasha Brewton

My first job in the health coaching field was coaching employees of a large health organization. I coached team members that had chronic conditions such as diabetes, congestive heart failure, high blood pressure, etc. I have previously had experience with only diabetic patients, so I was able to relate that back to the health coach role during my interview. Read more>>

Lena Hanchard

I was in a bad marriage and taking care of a sick parent and needed something besides therapy to help me get through it. I started going to a pole studio 20 min from me on Friday nights with a girlfriend or 2 back in 2014. I eventually started going 3 times a week to studios that were over an hour away. Read more>>

Kesha Spates

My first CPR job was actually at a hospital where I worked with family’s to teach basic CPR skills. I was surprised by how many families/parents did not know much about performing CPR. I found that it was rewarding to me to teach the families the skill, and I have enjoyed educating families and other healthcare workers ever since my first job! Read more>>

Nisa Triplett

I remember how excited I was whenever I was asked to be the photographer for a rehearsal dinner. I didn’t know the family at all, but they heard about me through word of mouth and looked at my online portfolio at www.photoxostudios.com. Read more>>

Jamie Heimos

My path to becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor is not a traditional one. It’s technically my third career path. After college, I became a Certified Child Life Specialist and worked to support families coping with medical trauma and health related concerns. Read more>>

Christianne Bohannon

Since my beloved cat Copper passed in 2014, I was volunteering frequently at a local non-profit cat shelter. By 2017, I was good friends with the founder and director of the shelter, as well as her family. A few fateful things came together at that time. Read more>>