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“Working with Ilise is better than having a fairy godmother.”

She teaches you how to connect with your dream clients and price appropriately, helping you grow your business into what you’ve always wished it to be.

— Kathy G

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Coaching Speaking Courses

Whether you’re a creative solopreneur, agency owner, consultant, freelancer or something in between — if you’re tired of being at the mercy of word-of-mouth referrals and ready to build the business that fits your lifestyle, you’re in the right place. Start with a free consultation

Everything we do is customized and tailored to your unique situation and goals. Whether you need expert guidance and accountability or want to forge your own path, you’ll get exactly what you need to identify your niche and attract your ideal clients — no formulas or cookie-cutter solutions. See the results

Ilise Benun is your Marketing Mentor. She’s a national speaker and author of seven books, and has guided thousands of creative professionals toward freedom from bosses and impossible clients. Ilise can teach you how to build the business that fits your evolving life. Learn more about Ilise

From one-man band to virtual team of nine in four years

Jim was laid off late in his career. Not ready to retire, he came to Ilise with a question: can I earn my previous salary as a solo? Almost 10 years later, he has long since surpassed his salary, only works with high quality clients and is the go-to resource in his niche. Find out exactly how he did it.

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17% increase in one year with four simple content marketing tools

Web designer, Jill Anderson, wanted more control over her life. After one year of working with Ilise, she had achieved that goal. She is now more selective about who she works with, charges more and is booked months in advance. Plus, “I’ve grown by leaps and bounds,” says Jill. Find out exactly how she did it.

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