Rachel Smith - Founder, Rachels List

Love Your Career Podcast? Let us know!Rachel Smith is a freelance journalist, copywriter and content writer – and the founder of Rachel’s List, a hugely successful jobs board and creative community.  In this interview, Rachel shares what it takes to be a successful freelancer and how to organise your business to stay on track, get paid on time, get the fun gigs and build a successful career.Rachel has written for a range of magazines and newspapers including CHOICE, the SMH, Good Health, Women’s Fitness, Vacations and Travel, Inside Out and many more. As a copywriter, she’s worked on projects for Uncle Tobys, Deck of Secrets, ACON, Destination NSW, Mastercard and NAB. She has worked for large organisations such a Bauer Media, and for the public sector as well as the private sector.  She stays agile, positive and adaptable to change, essential traits for anyone in the creative field and especially for those who freelance!We met a number of years ago when I was a recruiter, seeking talented copywriters.  We kept in touch through mutual respect of each other’s niche, and now it’s time for her to share her career story!Rachel’s life is essentially all about staying sane while juggling her deadlines, Rachel’s List and about 587 questions per day from her 5-year-old. Copious amounts of tea (and wine) help.Click here for more inspiration to take control of your career and land the role you'll love.WHERE TO FIND RACHELWebsite: Rachels List  https://rachelslist.com.au/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/rachelslist  Here are the links I mentioned at the beginning of this podcast episode: To obtain my Career Clarity Pack:  www.janejacksoncoach.com/careerclaritypackJoin The Careers Academy Online:  www.thecareersacademy.onlineTo join my Facebook GET STUFF DONE Accountability Group: www.facebook.com/groups/getstuffdoneaccountability   Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. Book a Zoom chat with me at janejacksoncoach.com - I’d love to meet you and discover what’s happening in your career! Support the show- - - - - -Find out what you MUST DO to make a successful career change and land the job you'll LOVE.  Take the CAREER SUCCESS QUIZ (it only takes 2 minutes) https://careersuccess.scoreapp.com/