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Freelancing? Being boss of your own life and business can be tough and isolating. But it can also be totally rewarding. Pick up tips, advice and thoughts on how to make it as a freelancer, an entrepreneur, as the owner of your own business, by hearing other freelancers share their experience. Hosted by Steve Folland. Come join us in the Being Freelance Community - You're not alone being freelance. Not anymore. www.beingfreelance.com/community
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Welcome to Freelance Sucks! 😈 Here we discuss the dark side of freelancing, about which nobody usually talks out loud. In this show, we speak with experienced freelancers, and listening to their stories helps you prepare for freelancers' challenges! 💪
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Welcome to the Freelance Thrive! 👋 Here we talk with skilled freelancers about their professional journey! Stay tuned for real-life experiences to learn and actionable steps to take to improve your freelancing career! 🤩
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Your brand + an emotional connection with your audience = success. But that middle part is tricky. I'm here to equip you to achieve it, through personal stories of individuals who have emotionally resonated with branding. I'm Sam, a brand designer and your host. In each episode, released on the 14th of the month, a top guest picks their favourite brand. I then invite them to unpack why it means so much. As they share, we gain invaluable insights into what makes audiences tick. Not with strat ...
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WFH Daily

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You are not alone! Join our community of listeners navigating working from home for the first time. WFH is a show to help you stay connected, productive, and sane while working remotely. Less than 10 minutes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. For more information visit http://wfhpodcast.com
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Creative Playdate

Michelle Kondrich

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Are you pursuing a creative career while also raising children? Creative Playdate is dedicated to bringing you stories from people navigating the world of parenthood while maintaining their own creative business. The show is produced by Michelle Kondrich with theme music from Thomas James. Learn more about the show at www.michellekondrich.com/creativeplaydate.
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Freelance Heroes

Freelance Heroes

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Whether you’re thinking of becoming a freelancer, you are a freelancer, or you work with the freelance community, then you’ve come to the right place. Each week, we will put your questions to experts with the aim of making the lives of freelancers better – whether that’s through better efficiency, productivity, motivation, or something else. We’ll also be speaking with business owners who not only work with freelancers but truly understand the joys and pains of the freelancing community. For ...
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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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Discover how turning a podcast into a thriving community can provide freelancers with valuable connections and combat loneliness. Learn actionable tips on podcast promotion and community engagement 🚀 In this episode, we speak with Steve Folland, a freelance video and audio producer, writer, the founder and host of Being Freelance podcast and commun…
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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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Discover the art of content creation on LinkedIn to build a personal brand and attract clients. From maintaining a content idea list to engaging authentically with your community 🚀 In this episode, we speak with Judith Böhlert, a freelance full-stack engineer and consultant, who after a few years of working full-time as a full-stack developer, emba…
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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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EPISODE SPONSORED BY RIVERSIDE Record high quality video & audio with Riverside. See how recording, live streaming and repurposing your content with Riverside can help your freelance business. It’s free to get started, but use code BEINGFREELANCE to save 15% on a paid plan. Use this link to help support the podcast or go to beingfreelance.com/river…
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Phases of freelancing, the evolution of freelancer's sales skills, finding your client acquisition channel, how to keep your connections, 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 …
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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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Learn what ghostwriting is, how it works, and why authenticity is key. Discover the skills needed to stand out and why AI can never replace the human touch in writing 🚀 In this episode, we speak with Zsike Peter, a boutique content marketing agency owner, Vampire Digital, who helps VIP clients to be heard, seen, and known in their categories 🤩 With…
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EPISODE SPONSORED BY RIVERSIDE Record high quality video & audio with Riverside. See how recording, live streaming and repurposing your content with Riverside can help your freelance business. It’s free to get started, but use code BEINGFREELANCE to save 15% on a paid plan. Use this link to help support the podcast or go to beingfreelance.com/river…
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Star Wars is an American sci-fi franchise and logo designer Ian Paget's favourite brand. Ian's been feeling the force since he first saw C-3PO on a VHS sleeve as a child. While developing his career as a logo designer, he has come to realise that these are more than films. Star Wars, he suggests, is a primal brand that can teach entrepreneurs how t…
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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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Learn about the vital business skills you need, the power of personal branding, and the importance of a strong online presence. Gain insights into outsourcing sales, effective project management, and building trust with clients 🚀 In this episode, we speak with Cihan Kileci, a managing director at Ember Design studio, an experienced UX/UI designer &…
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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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EPISODE SPONSORED BY RIVERSIDE Record high quality video & audio with Riverside. See how recording, live streaming and repurposing your content with Riverside can help your freelance business. It’s free to get started, but use code BEINGFREELANCE to save 15% on a paid plan. Use this link to help support the podcast or go to beingfreelance.com/river…
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Discover how market shifts affect rates, why ditching recruiters could be your game-changer and the magic of networking with decision-makers 🚀 In this episode, we speak with Thomas Marbella, a founder and managing director at OneCode, a successful freelance app developer with clients such as Spotify, Visa, and Porsche, who also mentors and guides d…
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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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Discover how hosting a podcast can transform your freelancing career, help you find amazing clients, and provide essential steps to start your own professional podcast 🚀 In this episode, we speak with Yannick Krohn, a founder of Goodlance (an all-in-one business tool for freelancers) and host of a Freelancer Podcast where he mostly talks to freelan…
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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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EPISODE SPONSORED BY RIVERSIDE Record high quality video & audio with Riverside. See how recording, live streaming and repurposing your content with Riverside can help your freelance business. It’s free to get started, but use code BEINGFREELANCE to save 15% on a paid plan. Use this link to help support the podcast or go to beingfreelance.com/river…
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Marshall is a British amplification company and designer Radim Malinic's favourite brand. A wall of Marshall speakers at a Motörhead gig changed everything for a 90s teenager called Radim. He'd never heard anything like it. As he grew up, this sound soulfully wove its way into his own creativity. This is a love letter to a brand that's a million mi…
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Discover actionable steps to increase your confidence in professional skills and communication to land new projects and elevate your freelancing career 🚀 In this episode, we speak with Lean Vilas, a lead software engineer, mentor, coach, and communication advocate with 10+ years of industry experience 🤩 With Lean we talked about increasing your pro…
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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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Discover how teaching and mentoring can open doors to new projects, build lasting networks, and enrich your professional journey 🚀 In this episode, we speak with Eric Bolikowski, a Freelance Full-Stack Engineer, an interim CTO who co-founded 3 product companies, and a mentor who trained 100 students in full-stack engineering & soft skills 🤩 With Er…
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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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EPISODE SPONSORED BY RIVERSIDE Record high quality video & audio with Riverside. See how recording, live streaming and repurposing your content with Riverside can help your freelance business. It’s free to get started, but use code BEINGFREELANCE to save 15% on a paid plan. Use this link to help support the podcast or go to beingfreelance.com/river…
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Learn how to handle client cancellations, no-shows, and ghosting with practical strategies! Stay tuned for tips on maintaining emotional resilience and authentic communication in your freelancing journey 🚀 In this episode, we speak with Daisy Hilbrands, a location-independent certified transformative coach who's been a scientist for 20 years and de…
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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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From uncomfortable persuasion to empowering problem-solving, balancing business focus with likability, crafting strong portfolios, using lead magnets, and leveraging AI tools. Tune in to learn how to enhance your sales game, build credibility, and succeed as a freelancer! 🚀 In this episode, we speak with Jesse Marseille, a sales expert who got into…
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This time we're off to South Africa to hear the freelancing story of writer Shea Karssing. Shea was changing jobs every couple of years. Boredom setting in again. Taking freelance projects on the side to keep things interesting, she eventually realised she didn’t need a ‘job’ after all. In this episode we chat about - setting boundaries - building …
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Thankyou is an Australian social enterprise and strategist Levina Kusumadjaja's favourite brand. Ending extreme poverty by selling personal care and cleaning products? Impossible. But that's exactly what Thankyou have set out to do. In the process, they have faced giants of global capitalism and brought devoted supporters into their ranks. Levina i…
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Here's one of the things freelancers forget about their personal data that Glen Hodgson, Founder & CEO of Freelance Movement, shared during the Freelance Unlocked Conference speaker's interview: "You as an individual, you actually own your own data. And I think this is something that's very refreshing and new and something that we should have more …
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Meet multifaceted designer and illustrator and one-person agency, Andy Hau. Andy shatters the typical freelance mold by sharing his unique journey from architecture to the wide world of design, revealing how a chance encounter with musician Imogen Heap kickstarted his career in a new direction. Andy discusses the challenges of marketing yourself, t…
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Here's one of the things freelancers forget about how service providers are helping them to land projects that Benjamin Walker, Co-CEO of Nemensis AG, shared during the Freelance Unlocked Conference speaker's interview: "If you're having a interview with the client, we will prepare you: who are the people sitting on the board? what are their roles?…
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Here's one of the things freelancers misunderstand about collaboration and building teams that Matthew Mottola, CEO at The Human Cloud, shared during the Freelance Unlocked Conference speaker's interview: " Being an individual freelancer is great, but the person that's hiring you, they don't want to hire a freelancer. They need to get the work done…
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Here's one of the things freelancers don't make right while networking that Nicole Krenz, Founder of Digitales Coworking, shared during the Freelance Unlocked Conference speaker's interview: "The biggest mistake most of the freelancers make to have the wrong connection to networking because it isn't just selling stuff, it's building relationships a…
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Here's one of the things freelancers do wrong that leads them to lose projects that Jon Younger, HR tech thought-leader, author, advisor, and Forbes contributor, shared during the Freelance Unlocked Conference speaker's interview: "People win jobs based on their technical skills and lose jobs, whether it's freelancing or full time based on their be…
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Here's one of the things freelancers forget about in the beginning of their career that Tino Keller, Co-founder, Managing Director & Head of Marketing at Accountable, shared during the Freelance Unlocked Conference speaker's interview: "You need to be clear about what's yours of this money on the bank account and what is not yours, and what are you…
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Age doesn't matter. Until it does. Until you get the feeling people won't hire you anymore because you're too old. For Mary, she was 58. From New Zealand, but having spent 30 years in Australia in 'normal' full time jobs. Faced with ageism, she realised maybe it wasn't just that the interview panels didn't want her. Maybe she didn't want them anymo…
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Here's one of the things freelancers miss while using storytelling for self-promotion that Matteo Cassese, Business Storytelling Coach at La Fabbrica della Realtà , shared during the Freelance Unlocked Conference speaker's interview: "All capable of telling great stories. I can use a beginning, a hook, I can give a snippet of what happens at the en…
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Here's one of the things freelancers hold back on while applying for exciting projects that Mina Bastawros, Head of Creative & Digital Marketing at Airbus, shared during the Freelance Unlocked Conference speaker's interview: "Just because you may think that you don't have the necessary skills for a specific project It doesn't mean you should hold b…
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Discover what I'm on about at pilgrimagedesign.substack.com/p/free-branding-workbook-for-startups EPISODE TRANSCRIPT: www.pilgrimage.design/23-fifteen-minutes What is this podcast? Your brand + an emotional connection with your audience = success. But that middle part is tricky. I'm here to equip you to achieve it, through personal stories of indiv…
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