Help I'm a Freelancer

Haven't been paid by your client? Annoyed about never getting paid on time? Tune in as we chat about proactive approaches, negotiation tactics, and legal options to ensure you get paid what you deserve for your hard work. Whether you're a seasoned freelancer or just starting out, this episode will help you keep a level head, not feel bad for chasing money and help you thrive as your own boss! -------------------------------------- Looking for new clients? We tell you how exactly we landed our dream clients in our 31-page guide. Download ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our ebook here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you fell in love with this episode, why not ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buy us a coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠? We appreciate your support!

Writer's block is a pain... especially if you work as a writer. If your income depends on your creativity, it can be tough. So, how do you battle it? In this episode, we talk about: When and how we experience writer's block Strategies to overcome it How to plan your work to avoid this issue -------------------------------------- Looking for new clients? We tell you how exactly we landed our dream clients in our 31-page guide. Download ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our ebook here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you fell in love with this episode, why not ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buy us a coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠? We appreciate your support!

As freelancers it can be hard to take long breaks, not only logistically, but in our minds. From preparing, planning, telling clients, to winding down and not worrying about whether we will lose it all, we're here to talk about how we plan for holidays. How to best prepare for a guilt free trip How to switch off from clients and work How to cover all bases and allow yourself to enjoy your time off -------------------------------------- Looking for new clients? We tell you how exactly we landed our dream clients in our 31-page guide. Download ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our ebook here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you fell in love with this episode, why not ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buy us a coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠? We appreciate your support!

Freelancing is full of contradictions. Allow us to get atop our soapbox and discuss the following problems:  You have to be cheap but not too cheap  You have to be approachable but professional You have to be available but not desperate ---- Looking for new clients? We tell you how exactly we landed our dream clients in our 31-page guide. Download ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our ebook here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you fell in love with this episode, why not ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buy us a coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠? We appreciate your support!

Do you feel like there's not enough hours in the day? If you're 'time poor,' now is the time to do something about it. Enter, the four-day work week. In this episode, we will chat about: How time off = better productivity The importance of boundaries Where to literally find the time to have off --- Looking for new clients? We tell you how exactly we landed our dream clients in our 31-page guide. Download ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our ebook here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you fell in love with this episode, why not ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buy us a coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠? We appreciate your support!

Making friends should be the most natural thing in the world. So... when did it get so hard? When you're an adult — not to mention a freelancer who works solo — meeting people can be tough. Allow us to help! In this episode, we talk about:  How we met on Bumble BFF (and what that is!) Advice on reaching out to new people How to make friends and keep them going strong ---- Looking for new clients? We tell you how exactly we landed our dream clients in our 31 page e-book. Download ⁠⁠⁠our ebook here⁠⁠⁠. If you fell in love with this episode, why not ⁠⁠⁠buy us a coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠? We appreciate your support!

Working for yourself isn't all sunshine and rainbows. No, there are times when it can have its disadvantages. The truth is most people meet their closest friends at work. So, what happens when you take work out of the equation? In this episode, we talk about: What happens when you work alone How coworking spaces can help Why being an adult feels all kinds of weird ---- Looking for new clients? We tell you how exactly we landed our dream clients in our 31 page e-book. Download ⁠⁠our ebook here⁠⁠. If you fell in love with this episode, why not ⁠⁠buy us a coffee⁠⁠⁠? We appreciate your support!

“If you do what you love, you'll never work a day in your life.”  The whole point of freelancing is that you should love your job. But how can you keep the flames of passion burning? In this episode, we discuss:  How to love every day of work (even the dull ones!) Why you should work smarter not longer Our love of Hamilton and Taylor Swift 🔥 ---- Looking for new clients? We tell you how exactly we landed our dream clients in our 31 page e-book. Download ⁠our ebook here⁠. If you fell in love with this episode, why not ⁠buy us a coffee⁠⁠? We appreciate your support!

In tomorrow's episode, we will be chatting about L-O-V-E! Whether you've hit a career slump or want to reignite your passion, tune in then to hear more gems of wisdom like this one.

Starting out as a freelancer can be... lonely. There — we said it. That's why it's important to find your community or "tribe". In this week's episode, we talk to Helen Coston, founder of Fellow Freelancers, about: The truth about working for yourself Why you should never be jealous of other freelancers How to find your people on and offline -- Looking for more inspiration? We've put our combined 13+ years of experience and expertise into our 31 page e-book. We tell you how exactly we landed our dream clients from A-Z. Check out ⁠our ebook here⁠. If you enjoyed this episode, why not ⁠buy us a coffee⁠⁠? We appreciate your support!

We won't beat around the bush — freelancing can be scary at times. When you're lying in bed, (over)thinking about the day ahead, you might question why you're in this game at all. So, let's talk about it. In this episode, we will cover: What our main freelancing fears are How we overcome them Plus, there's a furry guest star that you might want to listen out for. If you enjoyed this episode, why not ⁠buy us a coffee⁠⁠? We appreciate your support! Ebook: How to land your dream clients fast

You’re bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, and you’re ready to start your freelancing life. There’s just one teeny, tiny problem… You have absolutely zero idea where to start.  Luckily, you’ve come to the right place. In this episode, we talk about how you can start from scratch and win clients. You will learn:  What you need to get started as a freelancer Where you should (and shouldn’t!) be looking for work How to win clients and keep them Want to land your dream clients? We've put our combined 13+ years of experience and expertise into our 31 page e-book. We tell you step by step how exactly we landed our dream clients from A-Z. Check out our ebook here. If you enjoyed this episode, why not buy us a coffee⁠? We appreciate your support!

The worst has happened! Your favourite client has decided to say goodbye to you and you don't know what to do. Don't panic...  The truth is that we have all been there. (Yes, us too!) Rather than crawling up into a ball and crying, let's talk about how you can cope. In this episode, you will learn:  How to change your mindset around losing clients What you can do to make yourself feel better Like what you hear? Why not ⁠buy us a coffee⁠?

There once was a time when LinkedIn was a sea of job announcements, CVs, and humble brags. But... times have changed. In this episode, we speak to Adam Faulkner, a freelance videographer who has cracked the social network. Thanks to his funny and authentic online content, he's a pro at making real connections. You can expect to learn: Why your personality is your best asset The best way to generate LinkedIn content How to make the right impression on people Like what you hear? Buy us a coffee to let us know!

Networking doesn't have to be a bore. If you've been putting off this pesky little task for a while, you're not alone. But it's time to bite the bullet and start getting yourself out there — literally. In this episode, we speak to SEO legal writer, Becky Whittaker, about how to get it right. You will learn: How to go to networking sessions without being nervous Ways to up your LinkedIn game and connect with real people Like what you hear? Buy us a coffee and let us know about it!

Let's talk about everyone's least favourite subject: money. It makes the world go 'round... but are you getting enough of it? In this episode, we speak to money expert Jenni Hill about how to manage your personal finances and why you should charge more. You will learn: Why buying lattes is not the cause of your financial woes How to create 3 budgets (including a dream budget!) How to figure out what you should be charging

You’re burned-out, frazzled, and feel like you don’t have a moment to spare. If that sounds familiar, chances are, you’re terrible at setting boundaries.  As a freelancer, you are supposed to be in total control of your job, your time, and your finances. But it doesn't always feel that way. We’ve been there, done it, and now we want to share how you can too. In this episode, you will learn the following: Why boundaries matter to freelancers How to set boundaries with clients  How to set boundaries with friends and family  How to set boundaries with yourself ☕ Grab a cup of coffee… and let’s talk about it.

Social media isn’t just about pictures of cats and lip-synced videos. As a freelancer, you can use the power of social media to reach clients — new and old.  If you’re not sure where to start, you’ve come to the right place. In this episode, we speak to Elena Manukyan, a social media and branding expert, and founder of Socially Legal. In this episode, you can expect to learn:  The value of using social media as a freelancer How to come up with clever content that reaches your clients  Advice on how you can get started in the digital world!

Freelance contracts can feel like a total minefield. But, when you work for yourself, you need to understand them. It’s all about protecting yourself and your business.  Wrapping your head around the legal side of your business can be intimidating. We spoke to expert, Charlotte Gerrish, to find out the following:  Whether you need a contract as a freelancer The components every freelance contract should include  What could happen if you don’t have a contract  Looking for some extra help? Gerrish Legal’s contract automation tool cuts down the time you waste worrying about getting the small print right. All of our service agreements have been drafted by our in-house lawyers based on their years of experience.  At the end of the episode, we offer a 20% discount code for any contract portal purchases. We're not affiliates.

You’ve got a robust client base. Your schedule is packed-out. Your testimonials are always glowing. So, there’s just one thing left to do: Start an agency.  If you’re thinking about levelling up, we’ve got you. We speak to someone who has been there, done that, and got the t-shirt. Yes, it’s the mastermind that is Ceels Lockley from Fiercely Freelance. You can listen to her brilliant podcast here. In this episode, you can expect to learn:  The difference between freelancing and running an agency  When the right time is to launch an agency  How to have tricky conversations with your clients  Why it’s perfectly okay to change your mind!

As a freelancer, you are your own brand and you have to know how to sell it like a pro. Luckily, personal branding doesn’t have to be a complete mystery. At least, not anymore.   We speak to the wonderful Danielle Thompson, entrepreneur and founder of Design Match, about how to create a brand that not only feels authentic to you but connects with your client base. You can expect to learn:  The basics of creating your personal brand  How that differs from your own personality  The most effective ways to connect with clients

Soapboxes at the ready! If you’ve ever thought about starting a podcast, this is your sign to do it. We talk to MIC Media founder and all-around expert, Vic Turnbull, about the power of podcasting for your freelance business. You can expect to learn:    ·      The 5 reasons you should start a podcast  ·      How to pinpoint the value of your content  ·      The 3 core ways to monetise your podcast

Whether your side hustle has taken off or you simply feel ready to go it alone, quitting your job can be intimidating. No matter where you are in your career, this can be a tough one. Luckily, you're not alone here. In this episode, we talk to inspiring CEO and recruiter, Tom Wood, about how to navigate this conundrum. Here's what you will learn: How to know that it's time to quit your job The process you should follow when quitting How Tom Wood launched his business

It's the classic conundrum. As a freelancer, should you be a Jack of all trades or a master of one. If you work for yourself, chances are you've asked yourself this question more than a few times. And so have we. Join us to chit-chat about whether it's better to stick generalise or specialise if you want to get more work. We will cover: The benefits of specialising The benefits of generalising How to decide which one works for you

We chat to inspirational, multi-passionate entrepreneur Dawn Baxter from Beyond the Dawn Digital. Dawn is an entrepreneur who has hustled her way through life and now has an incredibly successful business with a brilliant team behind her. She truly is a "Dawn of all trades" and talks about how she grew multiple different side hustles, jumping from one lilypad to another. We delve into how ADHD has helped her stay hyper-focussed on business but also how intense procrastination has hindered her. Here's what you can expect to learn: How to choose your perfect side hustle The power of trying and testing passions Why you need the right community

Your computer might be switched on... but your brain is not. As a freelancer, you don't have a boss breathing down your neck and telling you what to do. That's great most of the time— except when you lack the motivation to start working. So, how can you become more productive without pulling your hair out? Join us as we vent our frustrations and offer some tried (by us!) tips. 

Have you ever been through the “freelancer inquisition?” Yeah, us too! In today’s episode, we will be tackling the common dilemma of how to convince your friends, family, and anyone else you happen to meet that you actually have a real job. Join us to rant and laugh about the questions we get asked on a daily basis.

All work and no play is certain to make you stressed-out bunny. Sure, when you work for yourself, you get to dictate your schedule... but that doesn't mean that it's easy to create a work-life balance. Let's talk about how you can get it right.

Does your tummy hurt? Have you got the sniffles? Getting ill when you work for yourself is a minefield. There's no HR person to call, no boss to email. Instead, you have to figure out how to have time off and recover all by yourself. Grab the Kleenex and let's talk about it.

You’ve stepped off the traditional career ladder and into the abyss. Yes, when you work for yourself, there’s no clear path to success. So, how can you create your master plan? In this week’s episode, we talk about the goals you should be setting and how to do it. Oh, and here are some of the training courses we mention: Masterclass Skillshare Google Digital Garage

Your eyes burn and your face turns hot. One of your clients is telling you that you simply didn't make the mark this time around. You've messed up... You're listening to their words but all you want to do is break down and cry. So, how should you handle negative feedback as a freelancer? Let's talk about it now!

Your palms are sweaty, knees weak, arms are heavy... Yes, heading to a new coworking space can feel like the first day of school. In this episode, we talk about the benefits of joining an office space, how to make new friends, and what to look out for when you're choosing where to go. Coworking space we mention during the episode:  Wizu 1 Mill St Coworking Space Union Street Electric Works

Are you an angry ball of stress? Whether you're dealing with clients from hell or trying to manage your workload, staying on top of your mental health is tough. So what in the world can you do about it? In this week's episode, we talk about how to get on top of your mind and deal with that stress! Looking for new clients? We tell you how exactly we landed our dream clients in our 31 page e-book. Download ⁠⁠⁠our ebook here⁠⁠⁠. If you fell in love with this episode, why not ⁠⁠⁠buy us a coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠? We appreciate your support!

How much for a pint of milk?! Yes, we've all noticed that money doesn't go very far these days. It doesn't matter how many pennies you count or how tight you draw your purse strings, modern life is expensive. The panic is real. And, if you're a freelancer with unstable work, it's hard to keep calm and carry on. So, let's talk about it. In this Christmas Eve episode, we chat about how the world is getting worse and what to do about it. Festive, right?

Scared that you're not really a freelancing pro? Worried that one day everyone is going to realise that you're pants at work? Think you've tricked or conned clients into hiring you? Good... us too! Imposter syndrome is nothing new and, chances are, we've all experienced it. Join us to chat about what it means and what on earth you can do about it. 

Picture yourself sipping a virgin piña colada in a beachside cafe while working on your latest project. It sounds like everybody's dream but — for freelancers — it could be their reality. If you want to expand your literal horizons, we hear you. While Brexit has made this trickier, it is possible to work from amazing locations. 

The work day is over and you’re supposed to be enjoying a quick glass of vino with a friend. But you’ve got that feeling in the pit of your stomach again. It’s not indigestion — it’s freelancer guilt. Guilt that you haven’t done enough, guilt that you haven’t worked hard enough, guilt that you should be doing more, etc. You name it, we’ve felt it. Now, let’s talk about it,

Strong friendships are everything. But as a freelancer, we need certain types of friends to help us flourish and not feel like we want to scream into a pillow after we’ve lost a client. In this episode, we imagine the perfect freelancer friend. Join us for a quick chat!

In today’s episode, we talk about how to combat loneliness when you work alone. As a freelancer, you can spend a lot of time working by yourself, especially when all your friends have office jobs. Let’s face it — it can be pretty de-motivating when you’re relying on yourself for company. We’ve got your back. Here, we discuss how to deal with loneliness when working remotely, so you don’t feel like the only one tackling the beast!