Best Freelance Sucks Podcasts (2024)

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Your Portfolio Website Sucks - Here's How To Fix It 12:32

3h ago12:32

12:32

Very clickbaity... but here's how to make an effective portfolio website.By Kyle Prinsloo

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How To Price Your Expertise As A Freelancer | Ep. 63 with Baily Hancock 26:36

4h ago26:36

26:36

Ever wondered how to put a price tag on your passion? Discover the art of validating your services, the do's and don'ts of self-promotion, and why trusting your gut might just be your secret weapon 🚀 Today my guest is Baily Hancock, a professional friend-maker, a freelance connection strategist with over 10 years of experience in connecting people,…

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A Critical Analysis of Christians' Response to The Olympics 51:59

15m ago51:59

51:59

Send us a Text Message. Caleb & Nick review the general Christian discourse surrounding the 2024 Olympics opening ceremonies, and they discuss whether Christians are ultimately helping or hurting the church’s goal to reach the lost in digital spaces. Join the Blackbar Discord to keep the conversation going: http://discord.blk.bar/…

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WaaS Is Dominating Freelancing 7:13

9d ago7:13

7:13

Ever heard of WaaS? If not, you're about to...By Kyle Prinsloo

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The Art Of Self-Discipline For Freelancers | Ep. 62 with Nathy Ravez 18:48

6h ago18:48

18:48

Explore various tools, techniques, and methodologies to help freelancers stay disciplined, manage their time effectively, and maintain a healthy work-life balance 🚀 Today my guest is Nathy Ravez, who, in her previous roles as a Project Manager and People & Process Development Consultant, started uniting teams towards common objectives while keeping…

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6 Ways To Find Clients As A Freelancer 11:13

6d ago11:13

11:13

Practical (and proven) ways to find clients and run a freelancing business.By Kyle Prinsloo

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How To Leverage Your Network For Referring You Jobs | Ep. 61 with Judith Böhlert 17:51

7d ago17:51

17:51

Learn how networking and personal referrals can be game-changers for getting jobs, and discover the importance of community support 🚀 Today my guest is Judith Böhlert, a freelance full-stack fairy with 6+ years of experience who prefers progress over perfection and enjoys building prototypes, releasing MVPs, and shipping things fast 🤩 In this episo…

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Why Your Church's Website Sucks (And How To Fix It) 1:04:04

11d ago1:04:04

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Send us a Text Message. The guys (alongside a special guest) dive into some tips and practical examples of where to start when creating or improving your church's website. Join the Blackbar Discord to keep the conversation going: http://discord.blk.bar/By Blackbar

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Interviewing Katheryn & Francesca from Not The 9-5 Podcast 24:06

11d ago24:06

24:06

Get to know Katheryn & Francesca from Not The 9-5 Podcast. A podcast by freelancers, for freelancers.By Kyle Prinsloo

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10 things to learn from 10 freelancers - Freelance Sucks Season 6 5:50

22d ago5:50

5:50

When to start freelancing, how to get the most out of chatGPT, how to charge a lot more money, what to do between the jobs, and many-many more - check out the 10 nuggets of wisdom from experienced freelancers! 🤩 Welcome to the 9am.works freelance knowledge-sharing series, where experienced freelancers share their thoughts on critical freelancing to…

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Value of Mentorship in Growing Your Freelancing Career | Ep. 60 with Zsike Peter 17:20

1M ago17:20

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Learn the importance of seeking mentorship and effective networking to propel your freelance career! Discover how to grow your solo business into an agency 🚀 Today my guest is Zsike Peter, a founder of Vampire Digital content marketing agency, who moved to the UK about 540 years ago, and nowadays helps to make your online presence immortal 🤩 In thi…

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Turn Good Events Into Good Content with Tessa Voccola 47:02

1M ago47:02

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Send us a Text Message. The guys are joined by Tessa Voccola, Brand & Content Manager for RVRB Agency, to share about what it takes to capture high quality content for live events. She also shares some tips on the value of pre-production and the importance of fueling yourself outside of your creative roles. To partner with RVRB for your event, visi…

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How to prepare for networking events as a freelancer | Ep. 59 with Steve Folland 20:32

1M ago20:32

20:32

From feeling isolated to building a thriving community — discover top strategies for tackling pricing challenges, leveraging AI tools, and managing time effectively 🚀 Today my guest is Steve Folland, rhymes with ‘Holland’ but not with ‘The Netherlands’, a podcaster, a community builder, and an experienced, award-winning podcast editor and video cre…

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Do This Simple Proposal Tip To Double Your Income 5:07

1M ago5:07

5:07

Not clickbait...By Kyle Prinsloo

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How founding an agency helps with freelancer’s challenges | Ep. 58 with Cihan Kileci 15:56

2M ago15:56

15:56

Discover the power of outsourcing and AI tools to streamline your freelance career. Gain insights on personal branding, networking, and navigating the complexities of freelancing 🚀 Today, my guest is Cihan Kileci, a UX/UI designer & frontend development freelancer with a decade of experience who founded an Ember Design agency 6 years ago and works …

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Building Online Communities, Not Just Audiences with The Monochrome Podcast 47:06

2M ago47:06

47:06

Send us a Text Message. On this episode, the guys are joined by Luke McElroy and JT Bowling of the Monochrome Podcast to discuss how to build online communities and how to develop deeper connections within those communities. Check out the Monochrome Podcast: https://saltcommunity.com/podcast/ Get more information about the SALT Conference and their…

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A Client Asks You For A Quote - Now What? 6:30

1M ago6:30

6:30

How to view quote requests, handle it, and close the deal.By Kyle Prinsloo

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How to connect with decision-makers to get projects | Ep. 57 Thomas Marbella 16:58

2M ago16:58

16:58

Discover actionable strategies to build strong client relationships, leverage LinkedIn, and protect yourself from financial pitfalls 🚀 Today, my guest is Thomas Marbella, a freelance app developer with more than 15 years of experience, Founder and CEO at OneCode, and mentor for freelance developers and entrepreneurs 🤩 In this episode, Thomas shares…

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You're Focusing On The Wrong Things 4:26

2M ago4:26

4:26

I explain why, and what you can do about it.By Kyle Prinsloo

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How to get projects by elevating people | Ep. 56 with Yannick Krohn 18:50

2M ago18:50

18:50

Discover the hidden challenges freelancers face, from bookkeeping nightmares to client acquisition struggles, and learn how to overcome them 😎 Today, my guest is Yannick Krohn, a founder of Goodlance, a host of a Freelancer Podcast, and a freelance frontend developer with 12+ years of experience 🤩 In this episode, Yannick shares what he finds the m…

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Surviving and Thriving in Church Media Teams: Insights with Phil Bowdle 49:29

2M ago49:29

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Send us a Text Message. The guys are joined by author, leadership coach, and friend of the podcast Phil Bowdle to discuss how to navigate leadership, conflict, and tension within church media teams. Visit Phil's website for the resources that were discussed in today's episode: https://philbowdle.com/ Join the Blackbar Discord to keep the conversati…

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Raising Your Prices: How, When, and Why 6:33

2M ago6:33

6:33

Should you raise your prices? Listen to this first.By Kyle Prinsloo

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Atomic steps to keeping professional connections alive | Ep. 55 Lean Vilas 15:34

2M ago15:34

15:34

Discover practical insights on overcoming obstacles, building meaningful relationships, and finding your true direction in the freelance world 🚀 Today my guest is Lean Vilas, a freelance mentor for software engineers who shares all his knowledge from 10+ years with others and keeps practicing as a lead software engineer 🤩 In this episode, Lean shar…

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How To Get International Clients 4:25

2M ago4:25

4:25

Here's how to sell websites and marketing services to international clients.By Kyle Prinsloo

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How to get better at freelancing while looking for projects | Ep. 54 with Eric Bolikowski 21:56

2M ago21:56

21:56

Discover strategies for finding clients during dry spells, balancing learning with job searches, and navigating client non-payments. Learn the secrets to effective networking and the importance of setting fair market rates 🚀 Today, my guest is Eric Bolikowski, Full-Stack Product Engineer, Tech Lead, and Mentor with 15 years of industry experience, …

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The Church Media Playbook: Top 3 Tips For Freelancers 1:07:22

2M ago1:07:22

1:07:22

Send us a Text Message. In this community-inspired topic, the guys share three of their top tips for how to survive, grow, and thrive as a church media freelancer. Join the Blackbar Discord to keep the conversation going: http://discord.blk.bar/By Blackbar

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The Business Side Of A Freelancing Business 5:09

3M ago5:09

5:09

Freelancing is a business. It's time you run it like one.By Kyle Prinsloo

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How to find your community as a freelancer | Ep. 53 with Daisy Hilbrands 15:02

3M ago15:02

15:02

Discover the toughest parts of freelancing, from the lack of peer support to the struggle with social media marketing and professional loneliness. Learn practical advice on finding community, managing irregular income, and staying visible authentically 🚀 Today my guest is Daisy Hilbrands, a freelance certified transformative coach who creates a saf…

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How not to micromanage your time as a freelancer | Ep. 52 with Jesse Marseille 15:41

3M ago15:41

15:41

Discover the secrets to effective time management, dealing with clients, overcoming social media distractions, and the importance of building a personal brand 🚀 Today my guest is Jesse Marseille, a Business Development coach with 10 years of experience, who has a solid understanding of the modern sales landscape and converts complex topics into sim…

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Let's Interview Chat GPT 4o About Church Media 49:32

3M ago49:32

49:32

Send us a Text Message. The guys chat with their first ever AI guest: Chat GPT 4o! From recommendations on sermon resources to suggestions for event ads to encouragements for the Blackbar community, Chat GPT 4o provides a unique look into the capabilities and potential of AI as it could be used for church media ministry. Join the Blackbar Discord t…

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Do You Have A Good Offer? 5:48

3M ago5:48

5:48

Here's how to come up with a good offer to pitch clients.By Kyle Prinsloo

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Freelancing Advice To Avoid 7:33

3M ago7:33

7:33

Bad advice you need to avoid.By Kyle Prinsloo

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The 3 Biggest Marketing Mistakes Your Church is Making 1:07:01

3M ago1:07:01

1:07:01

Send us a Text Message. On this episode, the guys dive into 3 common marketing and advertising mistakes that churches tend to find themselves stuck in. They also discuss the potentials of Canva's acquisition of Affinity and how it might actually give Adobe a run for its money. Join the Blackbar Discord to keep the conversation going: http://discord…

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Earn $1,500 /Month On The Side 5:35

4M ago5:35

5:35

Practical, realistic ways to earn $1.5k /month on the sideBy Kyle Prinsloo

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Earning 6 Figures As A Freelancer 10:22

4M ago10:22

10:22

The realities, and how to make it possible.By Kyle Prinsloo

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What Your Church Needs To Know About All the NAB '24 Announcements with Tim Jackson 57:14

4M ago57:14

57:14

Send us a Text Message. On this episode, Caleb & Nick are joined by guest host Tim Jackson, team member of BNY productions and Ohr LED, to discuss some of the most exciting (and noteworthy) announcements for Christian churches and creatives from 2024's National Association of Broadcaster's show. Join the Blackbar Discord to keep the conversation go…

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Save 100+ Hours Doing This 5:44

4M ago5:44

5:44

Effective practical ways to save more time and work smarter (not harder).By Kyle Prinsloo

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The Fastest Way To $1,000 /month On The Side 4:55

4M ago4:55

4:55

Here's how to get to $1,000 /month on the side.By Kyle Prinsloo

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100k Podcast Downloads - Quick Thanks 4:19

4M ago4:19

4:19

Thank you!By Kyle Prinsloo

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Can God Speak Through Secular Art? 1:29:46

4M ago1:29:46

1:29:46

Send us a Text Message. On this community-inspired episode, Caleb and Nick dive into the topic of religious vs secular art and whether or not God can work through something if it's not explicitly "Christian." Join the Blackbar Discord to keep the conversation going: http://discord.blk.bar/By Blackbar

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Meet The Man Who Can Make Anything! with Troy Picou 56:33

5M ago56:33

56:33

Send us a Text Message. On this episode, the guys are joined by guest Troy Picou, the children's pastor at Grand Rapids First, who has made a name for himself by creating extravagantly creative props, puppets, illustrations, character animations, and many, many other amazing things. Troy was gracious enough to share a behind the scenes look with us…

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How to get clients you like and fire those you don't like | Ep. 51 with Sarah Duran 15:42

5M ago15:42

15:42

From the anxiety of financial management to the rewards of finding true client satisfaction! Discover the art of "staying in your lane," why understanding your 'why' is crucial, and why redesigning your business to align with personal growth is both a curse and a blessing. Today my guest is Sarah Duran, a solopreneur with 7+ years of experience, fo…

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Lifestyle Business - What Is It & How To Do It 5:02

5M ago5:02

5:02

Here's how to create a business around your desired lifestyle.By Kyle Prinsloo

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How to build up your confidence as a freelancer | Ep. 50 with Amy Rogers 17:06

5M ago17:06

17:06

Dive deep into the untold struggles and emotional rollercoasters of freelancing: battling imposter syndrome, the challenge of disconnecting, setting rates, delegating or not - find out how to tackle it! 🚀 Today my guest is Amy Rogers, a Freelance Product Designer and User Researcher with 8 years of experience, who helps teams design and build great…

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Work For Free - Here's Why 7:14

5M ago7:14

7:14

Should you work for free? Yes.By Kyle Prinsloo

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How to deal with freelancer's uncertainty | Ep. 49 with Mina Kleid 13:53

5M ago13:53

13:53

Discover the critical role of networking, the hidden cost of time in project hunting, the strategies to combat professional loneliness, and the value of continuous learning 🚀 Today my guest is Mina Kleid, a truly full-stack freelance senior mobile engineer with 14 years of experience, a product owner, and a certified Scrum master, who is also a tru…

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15 Totally Free Creative Tools We Always Use 1:28:26

5M ago1:28:26

1:28:26

Send us a Text Message. The guys share 15 free tools that they use to support and simplify their creative workflow, and Caleb does an intro to 3D animation training with a focus on the free animation software called Blender. NOTE: Zach discovered after the fact that the project management application called Monday was a free month trial, not a free…

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Freelancing Is Hard, But Worth It 6:55

5M ago6:55

6:55

Freelancing hard, but here's what to do to make it easier.By Kyle Prinsloo

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How to tell your prices without fear | Ep. 48 with Anna Michalak 27:04

5M ago27:04

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From the anxiety of setting prices to the intricate balance of networking without burning out - learn how to overcome the fear of not feeling "expert enough" and why building a supportive community and a robust personal brand from the start are non-negotiables for success 🤩 Today my guest is Anna Michalak, a freelance social media marketing profess…