Best Wudan Yan Podcasts (2024)

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Diversify Your Business Fearlessly with Ashley Cisneros Mejia 40:19

11d ago40:19

40:19

As a freelancer, the topic of diversification may be on your mind. The freelance market is what it is, and the pool of freelancers continues to grow - so we need ways of differentiating ourselves from others. You may be wondering how to level up in your business by offering new services, looking to a new client base, or both! But how can you do tha…

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How to Juggle a 9-5 and Thriving Freelance Side Hustles Without Losing Your Mind with Donna Raphael 39:22

1M ago39:22

39:22

Can you run a successful freelance business while working in a corporate 9-5 job? Yes, IF you can master time management and set clear expectations! Don't miss this inspiring episode of The Talk Freelance To Me Podcast featuring the multi-talented Donna Raphael. As a musician, technologist, and creative force, Donna shares her secrets to successful…

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Why Freelancers Should Adopt a Leadership Mindset with Cynthia Pong 29:47

1M ago29:47

29:47

What if we told you that all freelancers are leaders? The idea might seem counterintuitive at first: After all, freelancers provide services or products to our clients. We’re not leading or managing a team in a conventional sense. But leadership isn’t just about managing a team. It’s how you position yourself, how you talk about yourself, and how y…

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How To Find Freelance Writing Work FAST When You Need Money NOW 39:07

2M ago39:07

39:07

Are you a freelance writer struggling during economic uncertainty? Tune in to this episode of The Talk Freelance To Me Podcast where host Ashley Cisneros shares actionable strategies for finding freelance writing work fast when you need money quickly. Ashley draws on her experience freelancing during the Great Recession to offer tips on rebuilding …

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Understanding Audiences and Writing Compelling Stories with Lyle Smith, author of WHY YELLOW MATTERS 56:44

2M ago56:44

56:44

Discover the secrets to finding inspiration and creating meaningful work on the latest episode of The Talk Freelance To Me Podcast. Host Ashley Cisneros Mejia sits down with author and consultant Lyle Smith to discuss his new book WHY YELLOW MATTERS and how it can help you question your beliefs, understand different audiences, and produce your best…

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Our Freelance Writing Podcast Turns 1! A Year of Freelance Success Stories 31:04

3M ago31:04

31:04

In a special anniversary episode of The Talk Freelance To Me Podcast, host Ashley Cisneros Mejia takes listeners on a reflective journey through the past year of the podcast, celebrating its first birthday with insights, stories, and key takeaways from a diverse array of guests. From personal finance writers to visual artists, each guest shares the…

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Confronting Fear with Nicole Tsong 36:00

3M ago36:00

36:00

Career transitions often come with an element of fear. For freelancers, this might be a fear of rejection or of losing stable income. It might show up as a little voice in our head that says: “But what if I fail?” Fear is meant to protect us, yet it can also hold us back from trying new things and thinking expansively about our businesses. In this …

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Burnout to Boundaries: How to Value Your Time & Protect your Sanity As a Freelancer with Wudan Yan 32:45

3M ago32:45

32:45

What's the first step to taking control of your work life as a freelance entrepreneur? Tune in to the latest episode of The Talk Freelance To Me Podcast featuring award-winning journalist Wudan Yan! In this episode Wudan shares her inspiring journey from academia to an award-winning freelance career, and gives an update about her viral blog post ab…

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Equal Pay Day: Women Freelancers’ Guide for Getting PAID 30:39

3M ago30:39

30:39

“We work hard for the money, so hard for it, honey!” In this episode we chat about Equal Pay Day and uncover the staggering truths behind the gender and race pay gap, with hard-hitting statistics that illustrate how women, particularly women of color, lose over hundreds of thousands of dollars over the course of their careers compared to men. Join …

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When Motherhood Meets Writing: Surviving Chaos and Rediscovering Satisfaction with Sarah Greesonbach 22:09

3M ago22:09

22:09

How do you balance a thriving freelance writing career with the challenges of parenting young children? On this episode of The Talk Freelance To Me Podcast, host Ashley Cisneros Mejia sits down with B2B writing expert and fellow mom Sarah Greesonbach to discuss the highs and lows of juggling creative work with raising a family. Sarah shares her raw…

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Introducing Lauren Cordero, Talk Freelance To Me’s Very First Intern 35:26

4M ago35:26

35:26

Are you ready to meet our very first intern? In this episode of The Talk Freelance To Me Podcast, host Ashley Cisneros Mejia introduces Lauren Cordero, an ambitious freshman at the University of Central Florida who is already pursuing opportunities to gain professional experience. Lauren shares her background and passion for communication through v…

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Q&A with Wudan Yan 32:15

4M ago32:15

32:15

Welcome to Season 8! We’re calling this year the “Year of Expansive Thinking.” This season will focus on how to think big about our businesses, ourselves, and what we think is possible. In the first episode, host and executive producer Wudan Yan answers questions from guest co-host Pam Moore about her businesses. Pam is an occupational therapist-tu…

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Season 2 Kickoff - A New Journey of Empowerment and Opportunity in Freelance Writing 10:03

4M ago10:03

10:03

Talk Freelance To Me - Where Self-Employed Women Writers, Freelancers, and Solopreneurs Meet to Master the 1099 Contractor Lifestyle In this episode we kick off the second season of The Talk Freelance To Me Podcast! Listen in as host Ashley Cisneros Mejia shares what you can look forward to in the season ahead. Hear some of the key insights from Po…

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Crosspost! Conversations, Not Confrontations: Learning the Art of Negotiation with Wudan Yan 45:46

4M ago45:46

45:46

This episode is a cross-post between The Writers' Co-op and Freelance Cake, a podcast for ambitious freelancers who want to get more results with less effort, hosted by Austin L. Church. Austin had Wudan on his show to talk about how she cultivated a mindset of 'always be negotiating,' and how she got to a place where negotiations felt comfortable …

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Conversations, Not Confrontations: Learning the Art of Negotiation with Wudan Yan 48:21

5M ago48:21

48:21

In this episode, Austin L. Church talks to journalist, freelance writer, and coach Wudan Yan about the art of negotiation. The driving force behind The Writers' Co-op, Wudan tells the story of her transition from journalism to freelance narrative writing and sheds light on the two different cultures with their sets of norms. Wudan goes on to share …

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A sneak peak into Season 8! 5:10

5M ago5:10

5:10

A preview into what this upcoming season holds! For updates, subscribe to thewriterscoop.substack.com Join our inclusive and psychologically safe Slack community as an All-Access Patreon at www.patreon.com/twcpod

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The 4 Stages of Freelancing Explained | Part 2 21:10

5M ago21:10

21:10

In this continuation of “The 4 Stages of Freelancing,” Austin L. Church explores the last two stages: Lifestyler and Diversifier. After they’ve navigated through the Moonlighter and Hustler phases, freelancers reach a level of maturity where challenges become more complex. Meanwhile, opportunities for growth and personal fulfillment expand. Austin …

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The 4 Stages of Freelancing Explained | Part 1 15:39

6M ago15:39

15:39

You’ve surely heard of the corporate ladder, but what are the career progressions for freelancers? Those of us who sell creativity in some form usually freelance part-time at the start, and those who stick with it eventually think, “Hey, why shouldn’t I be one of those people who make money while they sleep?” In this episode of Freelance Cake, Aust…

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Truths That Will Transform Your Freelance Business in 2024 16:19

6M ago16:19

16:19

Ready to reflect and recharge for 2024? In this end-of-year recap episode of The Talk Freelance To Me Podcast, host Ashley Cisneros Mejia shares key lessons she's learned from nearly a year of producing the show. You'll discover the two major truths that have emerged for Ashley around taking action and stopping comparisons. Plus, get insights into …

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Fast and Slow Freelancing with Amy Romer 43:22

6M ago43:22

43:22

If you’ve been listening to The Writers’ Co-op since the first few seasons, you’ve heard us say: The magic is in the mix of work you get. Slower work – work that is recurring, or on a longer contract or time period – can make us feel both steady and fulfilled. But sometimes, we just need money now. That’s where fast freelancing comes in. Ideally, y…

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How To Stay Focused and Productive as a Freelancer (+ Free 30/60/90 Day Plan Template) 16:32

6M ago16:32

16:32

In this episode, Austin explores the root problem freelancers face and the constant battle to ignore distractions in the midst of an overwhelming number of to-dos: marketing, client projects, website updates… No wonder many freelancers are burned out! The truth is, we don’t really want to get more done. No, we want to focus on the right things at t…

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Mastering High-Income Freelancing with Ed Gandia 37:07

6M ago37:07

37:07

In this episode we sit down with one of the pioneer business coaches focused on helping freelance writers, the one and only Ed Gandia! Ed sheds light on the holy grail of freelancing -- achieving freedom and flexibility without compromising income. In a world where advisory services are becoming increasingly valuable, Ed emphasizes the importance o…

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Approaching Clueless Clients with Sara Gates 34:38

7M ago34:38

34:38

As freelancers, we’ve probably all worked with clients who couldn’t pin down exactly what they wanted. Maybe they never had a clear vision for the project, or maybe they constantly changed their mind—and your scope of work. The experience can be incredibly frustrating. Yet, even these clueless clients need (and deserve) help from freelancers. In th…

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Maria Ferrer AKA Maria Bone on Turning Passion into a Powerhouse Brand 36:40

7M ago36:40

36:40

Over 700,000 fans follow her on social media, and this is your chance to get to know her personally! Turn up this episode as we get one-on-one time with mega music influencer Maria Ferrer AKA Your '90s Homegirl and Maria Bone! In this episode, Maria, a vocal coach turned social media sensation, talks about reimagining social media and carving out a…

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Wealth-Building Strategies for Solopreneurs with CFO Christina Gamache 1:01:08

8M ago1:01:08

1:01:08

During the pandemic's peak, outsourced CFO and wealth manager Christina Gamache had a front-row seat to the tough decisions small business owners faced with keeping the lights on. She watched many decide to close up shop only to realize they had nothing substantial saved for retirement. Christina knew she could help them and opened Audax Wealth Man…

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Corporate to Freelance with Melody Burdette 34:43

8M ago34:43

34:43

A very overdone and true statement about freelancing is: “You’re running a business!” Businesses of all sizes have things like income targets, goals, creative direction—and even business plans! While some of those terms can sound a bit like “corporate speak,” these ways of doing things and problem solving in the corporate world can also be applied …

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How Freelance Writing Took Jessica Walrack Around the World 54:13

8M ago54:13

54:13

Driven by a yearning to spend more time with her husband and expose their young son to the wonders of the world, Jessica Walrack transitioned from B2B sales into launching a freelance writing business over a decade ago. This was a move that would not only re-define her career but also her life. Jessica lived out dreams many only fantasize about – l…

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Navigating Freelance, Tech, and Fatherhood with Damon Brown 59:15

8M ago59:15

59:15

Explore the world of freelancing, technology, and fatherhood with Damon Brown in the latest episode of The Talk Freelance To Me Podcast. A champion for side hustlers, solopreneurs, and non-traditional creatives, Damon has a knack for helping creative minds flourish. As an influential voice in the entrepreneurial space, Damon regularly shares his wi…

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Market Yourself Authentically with Rux Guidi 47:00

9M ago47:00

47:00

Most of us who work for ourselves probably don’t love marketing but know that it’s a necessary task to attract more clients. Some take a more traditional approach—constantly sharing work and services on social media or socializing at conferences. But that might not work for everyone. In this episode, Wudan talks with Ruxandra (Rux) Guidi. Rux is a …

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Telling Stories, Mastering Motherhood, and Writing Freelance with Amaris Castillo 1:02:47

9M ago1:02:47

1:02:47

In this illuminating episode, host Ashley Cisneros Mejia chats with Amaris Castillo — an award-winning journalist whose roots trace back to winning a storytelling contest in elementary school and whose prowess led her to be hired as an NPR Public Editor in Research at the famed journalism school The Poynter Institute. As we explore Amaris' journey,…

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Navigating Full-Time Work and a Side Hustle with Leydi Montoya 19:32

9M ago19:32

19:32

On this episode, we’re thrilled to host an entrepreneurial powerhouse, Leydi Montoya, the driving force behind RSP Translation Services. Over the past decade, Leydi has been bridging language gaps, providing top-tier, certified translation services from English to Spanish in Central Florida and beyond. She's more than just a translator; Leydi is a …

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Create Your Own Publication with Leah Sottile 37:40

10M ago37:40

37:40

Most of the time, freelancers who work with clients do not own the rights to the creative work that's produced. Even retaining a modicum of your rights is frequently a prolonged legal battle that results in very little. But some freelancers who want ownership over their work are turning to another source of income: newsletters. Creating a newslette…

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The Alchemy of Art: Luisa Padro AKA Artysta LuLu 1:02:09

10M ago1:02:09

1:02:09

In this episode, we have a captivating guest whose art brings vibrant colors and cosmic wonder to life. Join us as we welcome Luisa Padró, better known as Artysta LuLu, a professional visual artist and expressionist painter. LuLu’s paintings offer a unique perspective, unveiling a childlike simplicity in the face of complex and otherworldly ideas. …

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Ashley Feller: Amplifying Florida's Arts Scene With Podcasting 25:26

10M ago25:26

25:26

Special Note: Since the time of this recording, Ashley Feller has ended her original podcast and will be launching a new one! Sunshine State Showcase will also celebrate the creative spirit of Florida, but on a statewide level. Sunshine State Showcase is set to premiere on September 24th, 2023. ****************************** Our guest in this episo…

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Carina Barrau on Freelancing, Creativity, and Bits Of Catharsis 18:55

11M ago18:55

18:55

In this episode, we sit down with the vibrant and savvy Portugal-based Carina Barrau, the creative force behind Bits Of Catharsis. Carina has carved out a niche in helping creative businesses say goodbye to mundane content, and hello to powerful, engaging writing. Carina's ethos revolves around maintaining her youthful spirit and wit while still ac…

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Unleashing the Power of Listening, Flexibility, and Collaboration in Entrepreneurship with Dianna Romaguera 39:17

12M ago39:17

39:17

In this episode, we delve into the mind of the accomplished entrepreneur and dynamic thinker Dianna Romaguera. With a unique blend of wisdom, experience, and practical insight, Dianna invites listeners into her world, revealing the secrets to her successful collaborations and best tips for bridging the gaps when working with a diverse range of peop…

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Rate Increases and Price Ceilings with Kat Boogaard 43:52

12M ago43:52

43:52

Determining rates can be really tricky for freelancers. We need our clients to agree to a price for a project, but we can’t sell ourselves short and leave money on the table. Naturally, freelancers might wonder: How much can I charge before I price myself out of work? In this episode, Wudan talks to freelancer Kat Boogaard. Kat is a Wisconsin-based…

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Create, Release, Repeat: Marielou Mandl on Mastering Content Creation & Influencing 59:13

12M ago59:13

59:13

In this episode, we're incredibly excited to chat with Marielou Mandl, a successful content creation entrepreneur, influencer, and beacon of self-care. Marielou has made it her mission to empower women in content creation, and she joins us to share her unique journey and valuable insights. In this episode, Marielou shares how her diverse creative c…

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Mastering the Balancing Act: Lindsay Diven's Secrets to Having a Thriving AEC Marketing Career and Growing A Successful Business 27:00

1y ago27:00

27:00

In this episode, we’re delighted to chat with someone who truly embodies the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship while successfully balancing an incredibly successful 9-5 career – Lindsay Diven! Lindsay is not only a dynamic professional who’s won awards for her leadership in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry; she…

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Navigating Freelance Career Transitions with Simone Stolzoff 46:02

1y ago46:02

46:02

Navigating crossroads in our careers isn’t easy — not when we’re traditionally employed, and certainly not as freelancers, where we pick the rules. The possibilities can seem endless. One assignment, one client, or maybe even one email can completely change what we decide to do next. While considering making a big career shift, we can sometimes fee…

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Set Yourself Up Well for Freelancing When You’re Full-Time with Karen Given 36:26

1y ago36:26

36:26

If you consume media, are a media worker, or just happen to pay attention to what’s happening to the media landscape, you might have heard that the industry is having… a bad time, to say the least. Hundreds of reporters and media employees have been laid off this year as newsrooms are shutting down or downsizing. Some who are affected by these cuts…

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Balancing Business, Homeschooling, and Networking in the Freelance World with Lauren Ward 29:40

1y ago29:40

29:40

Join us as we take a deep dive into the world of freelance writing with the talented and inspiring Lauren Ward. Her journey from dabbling in freelance work to running a full-fledged business while managing a busy home life offers a wealth of insights for both seasoned freelancers and those just starting out. In this episode, Lauren shares how she b…

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From Policy to Real Estate: The Inspiring Journey of Serial Entrepreneur Lola Sophia Bovell 41:36

1y ago41:36

41:36

This episode features the illustrious Lola Sophia Bovell, a real estate investor, attorney, serial entrepreneur, and host of The Latina Advocate Podcast. Join us as Lola shares her inspiring journey, including the moment she finally had the courage to ask herself if she was truly happy and the pivotal moments that led her to pivot from policy and p…

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Reclaim Hours – Even Days! – From Your Workweek with Anna Burgess Yang 35:16

1y ago35:16

35:16

A big reason why many of us feel drawn to freelancing is because we love the freedom and flexibility that it offers: we can work when, where, and how we want. Still, even as freelancers, we might feel pressure to adhere to working a “full-time job” – a 40-hour, or even longer, week, despite not needing or wanting to. But we have the power to opt ou…

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White House Correspondent Laura Figueroa Hernandez Talks Journalism, Writing & Reporting About Politics 36:28

1y ago36:28

36:28

In this episode, Ashley interviews her longest journalist friend Laura Figueroa Hernandez, a White House correspondent for News Day. Listen in as Laura recounts what led her to pursue a career in journalism and why politics became her focus. During the interview, she takes us through a typical day in her work life, revealing the challenges and rewa…

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Freelance 101: What is Freelance Writing? 26:04

1y ago26:04

26:04

Welcome to the second episode of The Talk Freelance To Me Podcast! On this episode, host Ashley Cisneros Mejia gives listeners a crash course introduction to the world of freelance writing. Listen in as Ashley discusses the basics of freelance writing, including what it is, the different types of writing you can do, how much money you can expect to…

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Redefine Freelance Success with Joanne Machin 38:32

1y ago38:32

38:32

Welcome to Season 7 of the Writers’ Co-op! To kick off the season, we wanted to dedicate our first episode to a word that often shapes how we view both work and ourselves: success. We usually believe success is measured by hitting societally-defined milestones or accumulating fame or wealth. But what happens when our personal goals differ from what…

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How Freelance Saved Ashley's Financial Life - My Story 12:27

1y ago12:27

12:27

#001 Welcome to the very first episode of The Talk Freelance To Me Podcast! On this episode, host Ashley Cisneros Mejia shares her personal story of how she turned her freelance writing skills into a successful full-time career and business. Ashley has been working as a journalist and freelance writer for nearly 20 years, and in this episode, she s…

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Trailer: Introducing The Talk Freelance To Me Podcast 1:40

1y ago1:40

1:40

Introducing The Talk Freelance To Me Podcast! Freelance writing gives women the flexibility and freedom to make money in a way that Corporate America just can’t. Join longtime freelance writer, journalist, and mom of three Ashley Cisneros Mejia as she interviews fellow women freelance writers and other freelance professionals about the business of …

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Season 7 of The Writers' Co-op: Coming Soon! 1:58

1+ y ago1:58

1:58

Season 7 (!!) will launch shortly, after a month-long break. Wudan will be hosting and executive producing the show moving forward, after Jenni resigned at the end of last year to focus on her family. The next season will feature conversations between Wudan and co-hosts, who will help us all to navigate ways to reduce our workweek, building our own…

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