Web Design MBA

In 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 actual, behind-the-scenes details of how I landed my most recent clients—giving you real insights into the projects, the lessons learned, and how I made these connections. From an unconventional Airbnb-style booking site to a Christian apologetics ministry, I’m sharing how networking, building relationships, and sometimes even making unconventional deals have helped grow my business. Tune in to hear the specifics and grab practical lessons you can apply to your own web design journey.

Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro to the episode and the "How I Got My Last Five Clients" series
03:10 – Client #1: Entertainment media company (metaverse music videos)
10:30 – Client #2: Pool booking business
16:45 – Client #3: AI tool e-commerce project
22:55 – Client #4: Medical training organization
28:00 – Client #5: Christian apologetics ministry
35:00 – Key lessons from these clients and the importance of community in business

What is Web Design MBA?

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.