Camille Dufresne, Senior Product Designer and UX researcher - MAKE SURE FREELANCING FITS YOUR PERSONALITY

🎙 Welcome to the Women Who Tech show!In the 10-th episode, I sit down with Camille Dufresne, Senior product designer and UX researcher for a real talk about freelancing in Germany — client work, financial realities and owning your value as an independent professional.🔹 Turn up the volume if you are interested in freelancing and want to learn the tricks of financial management and red flags of potential clients from real-life experience!🔥 We dive into:✔️ How networking, conferences, and referrals fuel a steady stream of clients✔️ Authenticity and empathy as Camille’s approach in networking✔️ Why having a financial safety net as a freelancer is non-negotiable✔️ The truth about unpaid sick days and time off—and what to plan for✔️ How to debrief a potential client and quickly assess if there’s a mutual fit✔️ Pro tip #1: Delegate or say no to work outside your core competencies✔️ Pro tip #2: Find a solid Steuerberater to take the tax and insurance weight off your shoulders✔️ And the classic: Who’s the real boss when you freelance? Freelancing vs. Full-time employmentOne quote that stuck with me after our conversation: “Freelancing is a certain lifestyle where you balance work and personal time, make sure it fits your personality”.👉 Hit Follow to stay inspired and never miss an episode!🔗 Camille on LinkedIn🔗 Lisa on LinkedInMusic by Make Like a TreeBONUSMalt freelance platform