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The Freelance Hustle
by Alisha Tova
Creative hustlers share why ditching the 9-5 is possible, and awesome. For go-getters who are embarking on their own creative journey, this one’s for you. Host and fellow creative hustler, Alisha Tova makes the daunting, doable. Each week, Alisha shares pieces of her story along with fellow hustlers, so you can run your own business like a pro.
Episodes
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The secret to freelance success ft. Carli Gribov
Just imagine, you're a freelancer and you feel stuck? Sound familiar? Carli Gribov (my sister!) joins me on this episode to break down how to find your inner leader, recognizing and controlling your inner critic so it doesn't control you, and identifying and putting a name to your inner leader…
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What it's like to grow your team ft. my associate Momoko Fritz
IM BACK!!! With a very, very special episode. I sit down with my associate, Momoko Fritz, who has been working under me since August. We talk about why Momoko came to associate for me, how it's going, our road blocks and successes, and how to approach an associate mindset if you do decide to…
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Running your business with a partner ft. Daily Crunch Snacks
I sat down with Daily Crunch Snacks, a family owned business based in Michigan and Nashville run by Diane and Laurel. They are both smart business owners who happen to run a business together AND be related! We talk about their roles in the company, how Diane originally got started and when…
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Community over competition ft. Pull It Together Pod
I'm joined today with Alex Matteo from Pull It Together Podcast to talk about community building and networking, and how to go about it in a real and authentic way. Now more than ever it is important to be tapping into your network and seeing how we can help one another, and Alex has some real...
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How I am making an income in 2020
I am back with a solo episode this week! I thought it would be nice to check in with you all and see how you were doing and also inform you on ways in which I've pivoted my business to stay afloat for 2020. A lot of this has to do around productivity and thinking big picture, two things that are…
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How to embrace down time during quarantine ft. Ariel Upton
Ariel Upton, co-founder of The TODAY I DID IT RIGHT Approach and Self-Connection Journal, is back for another episode. Today we talk all about our experience with solo time during quarantine and how we've gotten to know ourselves and our businesses better. We also touch on her Morning Rightness...
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Advice for freelancers from a LAWYER!
Today I am joined with attorney Ian Roven and we talk through contracts, and how it's so important, especially in these times. We break down some of my contract, what I could improve on, and tips for freelancers on. how to protect themselves in the time of the pandemic. You can get in touch with...
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How creatives are handling themselves and their businesses during the pandemic
Today I wanted to check in with some of my fellow Chicago photographers and see how they were holding up both personally and professionally throughout this time. As freelancers, we don’t really have the luxury of having co-workers to zoom with on a daily basis or talk strategies for the upcoming...
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How am I really doing? Covid-19 episode ft. Sonja Garelick
In today's episode I catch you up on everything that's been going on with my business since Covid-19 hit, and ways that myself and freelancers alike can stay positive and productive throughout this time. I have my very own producer of the show, Sonja Garelick of Jot Projects, on to help me…
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Tailoring your portfolio to get the clients you want LIVE at Hoxton Hotel!
Hello, we are LIVE from The Hoxton Hotel in Chicago IL! This was a pre-recorded speaking event I gave a few months back and I thought a LOT of what I talk about would be helpful for those of you reassessing your websites and portfolio. If you'd like to receive the slideshow that goes along with...
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Holding true to your photography vision ft. Chellise Michael
Hi guys! Sorry for the wonky sound in the beginning, but I promise it gets better! I'm here with my photography MUSE today, Chellise Michael, and we talk all about her business. In this episode we break down: What is it about your work that you think has made you successful How do you mentally...
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Strategically building a Youtube channel with Eric Floberg
Eric Floberg offers us a dose of practical advise about growing your platform, whether that be on Instagram or Youtube. He's built a successful career out of being vulnerable to his audience, putting out content that is uniquely his, and sticking to his voice. Here is where you can check out more...
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How to bounce back after a layoff and evaluate your skillset in order to start your own freelance hustle Ft. Emily Moyer
Hey everyone! We are BACK with season 3 of TFH and to kick it off I have Emily Moyer on today's episode. We talk all about how to bounce back from a layoff and the steps you should take to get into that freelance career you've always wanted. Emily touches on unemployment benefits and how taking...
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How to get STARTED
This is the FINAL episode of Season Two!! I thought hard about how I wanted to end this season, and I decided to end with me. On this final episode, I'll be sharing my story of how I got started. I hope going back to the beginning helps inspire you and how you can get started on what you want to…
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How sustainability can make you rich ft. Healthy Soil Compost
I am SO PUMPED to have the owner of Healthy Soil Compost, Jonathan Scheffel, on today's episode! If you haven't heard of them, Healthy Soil is a hybrid solution to healthy waste for residents and business to start composting. Jonathan is a true expert and has a clear passion for transforming…
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Everything you need to know about write offs ft. my accountant
We are BACK with another episode from our most requested guest (drum roll please) Karla my accountant! We are hear talking about all things write-offs and why they are so crucial to your business and can be the ultimate protector against the IRS. Karla as always gives some amazing tips as to what...
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Alisha takes on a LIVE SHOW! Ft. Shannon O'Brien & Emily Katz
This week, we're LIVE from Ipsento 606 in Bucktown with make-up artist Shannon O’Brien and hair stylist Emily Katz! I sat down with Shannon and Emily to talk about their personal stories of how they hustle and get real with how they started out on their own. Emily shared some BIG news about her...
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Alisha answers your burning questions
This week it's just me. I've gotten some awesome questions from all of you on the gram, in-person and over email and I'm happy to take this episode to give you the answers. Please take a listen as I go a bit more in-depth on my photography process and business. REMINDER! LIVE SHOW THIS WEEK. Have...
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Life of a mural artist ft. Ellen Rutt
This week we have a VERY special guest on today, Ellen Rutt! I sat down with Ellen on a recent trip to Detroit and we chatted about her life as an artist, how she got her start with murals, what's been the most challenging part about pricing yourself, and how to incorporate activism into her...
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How to hustle as a wedding photographer ft. Chaz Cruz
On this week's episode, I am bringing on another photographer! After lots of thought, I am so excited to have wedding photographer Chaz Cruz on the show with me for multiple reasons, which I get into. Chaz is a photo magician and I've always admired his dope, individual style. Listen in as he...
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Life of a web developer ft. Corielle Laaspere
This week, I chat with the amazing web developer, Corielle Laaspere, about the important tips when it comes to your business' website. Because having a good website is HUGE to growing your biz! You'll instantly understand why I love and trust Corielle so much. She truly has gotten my website to...
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Life of a restaurateur ft. Wade McElroy
This week, I sit down with Wade McElroy of Chicago hospitality group, Leisure Activities. He is one of the guys behind this city's most awesome bars Sportsmans Club, Estereo, Young American and more. In our conversation, we learn about how Wade got into the world of hospitality, how he hustles...
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How to hustle with client experience ft. Alisha Tova
I'm baaack! Welcome to The Freelance Season two where we dive right into it. On this episode, I break down how I've built my business centered around client experience and explain as to why it's been such a sustainable business model for me. This episodes breaks down into three parts: how I treat...
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Erasing Doubt with Positive Affirmations ft. Ariel Upton
I am officially wrapping up SEASON 1!! For my final episode of the season, I decided to talk about something that is very real for anyone hoping to start something new or make a pivot in their career; and that is doubt. I talk about the doubt I've had along the way in my career, some pivots I'm...
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From a college idea to an accessory empire; How DONNI got its start.
Founder, Alyssa Wasko, began making scarves in 2009 to cope with the death of her father Donald. Her friends began asking for them, and soon enough her fellow peers were selling the scarves on campuses across the country. The creative outlet grew into a full-fledged business, and she named it…
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How to be smart with your money
Todays episode I am joined with none other than the man who taught me...well...pretty much everything. My dad! He has been a guiding light for me in the early days of my business, and still helps me with decision making today. He comes on to talk about why you need to get rid of credit card debt,...
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The importance of branding your business
Today I have Liz Grant, my graphic design artist on and OMG do I love her. She has taken my brand, look and feel to a whole new level and I wanted to have her on since dreaming up this podcast because I know she has so much knowledge to give. You can see more work and hire Liz from her website...
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Why I don't rely on Instagram for new business
In this episode I am touching on five questions that a fellow freelance artist wrote in about. The five questions involve social media, pricing yourself appropriately, when to phase out of friends/family discounts, work-life balance, and marketing your business properly. I get into each of these...
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Working through grief with Daniel Kenner
In this episode we are joined by my good friend Daniel Kenner. Daniel is an actor, playwright and co-author of the newly published, Room for Grace. Through anecdotes and hard-earned lessons, his family tackles challenge after challenge and reframes daily struggles with a positive outlook allowing...
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Everything you want to know from my accountant
In today's episode I'm joined with Karla Harrington, my trusted accountant! We go over different entity structures, picking the right advisor for your needs and how much it costs, if you really need a formal accounting system or not, what records you need to keep and why, and taxes other than...
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Life of an influencer with Krystal Bick
In 2009 Krystal Bick was just your average girl working at Google in San Francisco while juggling a blog on the side not knowing if it would go anywhere. Fast forward to 2019 and Krystal is one of the leading influencers in the game. With 131k instagram followers, she talks about why she loves...
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How To Start Something From Nothing
On today's episode I'm joined by Albany Katz, a newbie in the photography industry who is trying to break out on her own and get her business off the ground. I walk her through some of my tips and tricks I had in those first two years of growth, as well as some advice for things you can do in the...
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Episode 1 - The Time Amy Schumer Photobombed my engagement session
In today's episode, Alisha talks through one of her biggest shifts in her freelance career: the time Amy Schumber photobombed her engagement session and it went viral. She walks you through her transition into freelance life, what eventually got things off the ground, and where she is now with…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Creative hustlers share why ditching the 9-5 is possible, and awesome. For go-getters who are embarking on their own creative journey, this one’s for you. Host and fellow creative hustler, Alisha Tova makes the daunting, doable. Each week, Alisha shares pieces of her story along with fellow hustlers, so you can run your own business like a pro.
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Creative hustlers share why ditching the 9-5 is possible, and awesome. For go-getters who are embarking on their own creative journey, this one’s for you. Host and fellow creative hustler, Alisha Tova makes the daunting, doable. Each week, Alisha shares pieces of her story along with fellow...
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The Freelance Hustle is created and hosted by Alisha Tova.
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