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#podcast #EdGandia #community #freelancing One of the first podcasts I ever listened to, which gave me SO many tips and lightbulb moments, was Ed Gandia’s High Income Business Writing podcast. He was in my ears every week... and then, after a pitch and a funny Zoom meeting with me and Lynne Testoni in early 2023, he was in Sydney, blowing everyone’s minds on stage at #TheContentByteSummit. It was surreal and amazing and people still say to me, ‘It was Ed’s talk that made me think about ...’ or ‘I changed my business and now I do this, after hearing Ed explain it at the Summit...’ This is no surprise - the freelance world is full of heroes. Ed is one of mine and, I know, one to many of you. He never stops sharing value and helping freelancers in his orbit. And his words, ideas and advice have shaped so many of our businesses. So I feel pretty lucky to be on Ed’s podcast this week. We're both big believers in the power of community and we chat about Rachel's List, the importance of creating a tribe around us, and how even a small one can add up to much needed support, referrals and overflow work. Tune in if you're feeling isolated and crave that in your life / work - we talk about what to consider when building a community, who to approach (often, the people who light you up and perhaps have slightly different skillsets and audiences to you are the ones you'd like to meet up with more often, even informally). And also, why joining existing communities if you're the new kid on the block is a really smart first step. Thanks again Ed, for having me on! Episode this way if you fancy a listen:

What's the difference between freelancing and owning a business? And where do we start? 🤔 Rachael Roberts tackles these questions and more in the latest episode of the TESOL Pop podcast. If you're dreaming of becoming your own boss, then this episode is for you. Watch or listen on the TESOL Pop website or wherever you get your podcasts. #edupreneur #teacherpreneur #educationbusiness

Make a list! This was the biggest thing that helped me when I first started freelancing and continue doing to this day. I made a list of all the things I needed to do and then I put them in order of importance. At the top of the list were the immediate things that needed to be done and at the bottom of the list were things that needed to be done but weren’t urgent (i.e updating my portfolio, getting client reviews, etc). Prioritising is the best advice I can give you, so you don’t feel like you have to do everything right now, all at once! This will help with fatigue, burn out, anxiety and overwhelm. And most importantly, make sure there is ‘you’ time on that to-do list! Love, Kat x ___________________ Hello! We are Kat & Francesca, hosts and producers of Not the 9 to 5 Podcast. A community hub by freelancers, for freelancers. Listen to the podcast here:  Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dKqYCwP5 Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/dDKS_Rk2 Follow us on socials:  Instagram: https://lnkd.in/dtUJaWFs  Tik Tok: https://lnkd.in/dVTJzwkn Or subscribe to our newsletter for more insider tips and tricks within our wonderful freelance world via our website: https://lnkd.in/dyNy3P9u Alternatively email us at nottheninetofivepod@gmail.com for collaborations or to say hello, we love a good chat! #freelancer #podcast #notthe9to5 Image - Through the fog of life, there will always be a rainbow waiting for you (bottom right of picture).

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Happy Monday everyone! Over here on Not The 9 to 5 podcast, we have just come to the end of our second series and I wanted to share some things I’ve learnt from the guests we’ve had on: 1. Always believe in yourself (even when no one else does). 2. Charge for every minute you work. 3. Make sure there’s a contract, agreement or email in place outlining fees, deadlines and expectations for EVERY single project you work on. 4. Self-love is the best way to keep going in this crazy freelance life. 5. Be in the now and present with every moment. 6. Cultivate a work/life balance - what’s the point of being freelance if you don’t have freedom over your life? 7. Keep true to your intentions for every piece of work you do. 8. Live the life YOU want to live, not what other people want for you. 9. Never stop learning and expanding your skill set. 10. If you don’t try, you’ll never know, so why not try it? Reflecting back on series 2, it’s made me so grateful to share a freelance community with so many wonderful people who are so willing to share their experiences to help other freelancers or potential freelancers, in order to live out their best life! Love, Kat x ____________________ Hello! We are Kat & Francesca, hosts and producers of Not the 9 to 5 Podcast. A community hub by freelancers, for freelancers. Listen to the podcast here:  Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dKqYCwP5 Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/dDKS_Rk2 Follow us on socials:  Instagram: https://lnkd.in/dtUJaWFs  Tik Tok: https://lnkd.in/dVTJzwkn Or subscribe to our newsletter for more insider tips and tricks within our wonderful freelance world via our website: https://lnkd.in/dyNy3P9u Alternatively email us at nottheninetofivepod@gmail.com for collaborations or to say hello, we love a good chat! #freelancer #podcast #notthe9to5

Freelancers. You need to work _on_ your business. How? Listen to episode 5 of 'The Boss Level' podcast 🎙 . In 10 minutes I'll give you some pointers and personal learnings. https://lnkd.in/eTTCj488

What's SHE Up To Now Day 2323? Relationship Growth Progress And Freelance Strategies! Drop in to get the real scoop--the good, the bad, the ugly, the truth (well my truth anyway). https://lnkd.in/euzV4ur #relationshipgrowth #relationshipprogress #freelancestrategy https://lnkd.in/gXdXT2Qz

What's SHE Up To Now Day 2323? Relationship Growth Progress And Freelance Strategies! Drop in to get the real scoop--the good, the bad, the ugly, the truth (well my truth anyway). https://lnkd.in/eNn4b3Q #relationshipgrowth #relationshipprogress #freelancestrategy https://lnkd.in/gsU7ZZc5

Freelancers shouldn’t have to sacrifice their work/life balance! Here’s how… Yes, we are pretty much always on the clock, replying to emails whenever they land in our inbox, turning work around in 24 hours and so on… But there comes a point where you need to set a boundary. I’ll give you an example. My parents took me out for a really lovely meal last month to thank me for something that happened earlier on in the year. During the meal, I had an email come through asking for a quote on some work, I had two choices… I could either answer the email and be distracted from my family who mean the world to me and who I don’t get to spend much time with. OR… I could reply to the client later on when I have finished the meal and am back at home. I chose the second one - for me, family will always come first, I can reply to the client 2 hours later when we have finished our meal, which is still good customer service in my opinion! Decide on your values and set boundaries according to these values. Love,  Kat x ____________________ Hello! We are Kat & Francesca, hosts and producers of Not the 9 to 5 Podcast. A community hub by freelancers, for freelancers. Listen to the podcast here:  Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dKqYCwP5 Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/dDKS_Rk2 Follow us on socials:  Instagram: https://lnkd.in/dtUJaWFs  Tik Tok: https://lnkd.in/dVTJzwkn Or subscribe to our newsletter for more insider tips and tricks within our wonderful freelance world via our website: https://lnkd.in/dyNy3P9u Alternatively email us at nottheninetofivepod@gmail.com for collaborations or to say hello, we love a good chat! #freelancer #timemanagement #notthe9to5

Freelancing is not at all freedom and glitz. (90% people doing with wrong idea). The cons are often not spoken about. I know freelancers who: → Balance multiple gigs → Volunteer their skills → Have their podcast → Seek advice from others And they usually struggle with: → Making a meaningful impact → Building a personal brand → Multiple clients' demands → Having time for family My best advice to you: → Be creative → Take time to reflect → Focus on the big picture → Prioritize your family any day. Make sure that ideas come to your mind: Get heard, loved, and successfully executed. P.S. You a freelancer? What has been biggest hustle for you?