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Welcome to the Freelance Thrive! 👋 Here we talk with skilled freelancers about their professional journey! Stay tuned for real-life experiences to learn and actionable steps to take to improve your freelancing career! 🤩
Welcome to the Freelance Thrive! 👋 Here we talk with skilled freelancers about their professional journey! Stay tuned for real-life experiences to learn and actionable steps to take to improve your freelancing career! 🤩
From stakeholder mapping to the "Yes, and..." technique, you'll learn how to navigate tough conversations and ensure smooth collaboration 🚀 Check out the 9am Freelance Academy - a live ecosystem that gives you all you need to kick-start and improve your freelancing journey 💪 https://www.9am.works/freelance-course In this episode, we speak with Jeremy Coffe y, a freelance program manager and project and team leader whose superpower is aligning clients' activities and building products with their stated objectives while constantly bringing a team's focus back to what matters most 🤩 With Jeremy, we talked about how to talk to clients and teams in a way that they listen to you and work together towards a mutual goal, in particular: ✅ Why stakeholder mapping is crucial. ✅ How to handle disagreements and keep conversations productive. ✅ A simple but powerful “Yes, and...” communication technique. Join us to learn from Jeremy's experiences and gain valuable insights into how you can improve your own freelancing career 🚀 Check out the 9am platform - the All-In-One tool you need as a freelancer! 🔥🚀💪 https://www.9am.works/freelancer Connect with Jeremy on social media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremymcoffey/ Timestamps: (00:00) Meet Jeremy Coffey (00:41) Starting Conversations with Clients (01:24) Understanding People Systems (03:46) Handling Client Reactions (08:01) Jeremy's Communication Journey (12:35) Dealing with Disagreements (15:45) Ensuring Project Alignment (19:24) Building Strong Client Relationships #FreelanceThrive #freelancing #futureofwork…
Discover the key habits of million-dollar freelancers, how to transition from hourly work to scalable income, and the mindset shifts needed to grow a successful solo business on your terms 🚀 Check out the 9am Freelance Academy - a live ecosystem that gives you all you need to kick-start and improve your freelancing journey 💪 https://www.9am.works/freelance-course In this episode, we speak with Elaine Pofeldt , an independent journalist, content strategist, writer, and author of two game-changing books for freelancers and entrepreneurs—The Million-Dollar, One-Person Business and Tiny Business, Big Money 🤩 With Elaine, we talked about how freelancers can effectively grow their million-dollar businesses while doing it solo, in particular: ✅ The habits of successful solopreneurs. ✅ How to transition from hourly rates to scalable income. ✅ The secret to saying no to bad clients. Join us to learn from Elaine's experiences and gain valuable insights into how you can improve your own freelancing career 🚀 Check out the 9am platform - the All-In-One tool you need as a freelancer! 🔥🚀💪 https://www.9am.works/freelancer Connect with Elaine on social media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainepofeldt/ Timestamps: (00:00) Meet Elaine Pofeldt (00:56) Inspiration Behind the Books (03:51) Secrets of Successful Solopreneurs (08:20) Elaine's Personal Journey (14:03) Balancing Freelance Work and Family (20:10) Financial Strategies for Freelancers (23:05) Transitioning to Scalable Income Streams #FreelanceThrive #freelancing #futureofwork…
Discover how understanding your energy type can help you attract the right clients, make smarter decisions, and avoid burnout 🚀 Check out the 9am Freelance Academy - a live ecosystem that gives you all you need to kick-start and improve your freelancing journey 💪 https://www.9am.works/freelance-course In this episode, we speak with Nicoline Huizinga , a human design coach who helps service-based business owners unlock their full potential and create a fully customized business tailored to them without the exhaustion or frustration 🤩 With Nicoline, we talked about what human design is and how it can help freelancers succeed, in particular: ✅ Human Design energy types and how they impact freelancing. ✅ Why some marketing strategies work better for certain types. ✅ How to make aligned business decisions with ease. Join us to learn from Nicoline's experiences and gain valuable insights into how you can improve your own freelancing career 🚀 Check out the 9am platform - the All-In-One tool you need as a freelancer! 🔥🚀💪 https://www.9am.works/freelancer Connect with Nicoline on social media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolinehuizinga/ Timestamps: (00:00) Meet Nicoline Huizinga: Human Design Coach (00:49) Understanding Human Design (07:12) Energy Types in Human Design (12:32) Human Design and Freelancing (14:30) Client Acquisition Strategies by Energy Type (24:00) Actionable Steps to Align with Human Design #FreelanceThrive #freelancing #futureofwork…
Learn how to manage freelancing to fund your business, find inspiration from clients, and juggle the challenges of building a startup while staying financially and emotionally balanced 🚀 Check out the 9am Freelance Academy - a live ecosystem that gives you all you need to kick-start and improve your freelancing journey 💪 https://www.9am.works/freelance-course In this episode, we speak with Gabriella Yan , a freelance social media & community manager, who's passionate about travel, sustainability, and making a positive impact, and founded TRAppe - the platform that offers sustainable travel options 🤩 With Gabriella, we talked about how to freelance while being a founder and connect investment searching with working on freelance projects, in particular: ✅ How to find a balance between client work and building a business. ✅ Why storytelling matters for both freelancing and pitching to investors. ✅ How to manage financial stress and emotional well-being as a freelancer-founder. Join us to learn from Gabriella's experiences and gain valuable insights into how you can improve your own freelancing career 🚀 Check out the 9am platform - the All-In-One tool you need as a freelancer! 🔥🚀💪 https://www.9am.works/freelancer Connect with Gabriella on social media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriellayan/ Timestamps: (00:00) Meet Gabriela Yan (00:43) The Inspiration Behind TRAppe (02:49) Balancing Freelance Work and Building a Business (03:41) The Reality of Work-Life Balance (04:59) Freelancing and Founding: The Perception Challenge (09:28) Connecting Freelance Projects with Business Goals (15:37) Practical Tips for Aspiring Freelancer-Founders #FreelanceThrive #freelancing #futureofwork…
How to maximize your chances of landing a job, how to get the most out of social media, why you must follow up with people, and many-many more - check out the 10 nuggets of wisdom from experienced freelancers! 🤩 Check out the 9am Freelance Academy - a live ecosystem that gives you all you need to kick-start and improve your freelancing journey 💪 https://www.9am.works/freelance-course Welcome to the 9am.works freelance knowledge-sharing series, where experienced freelancers share their thoughts on critical freelancing topics! And today, it's a quick summary of what experts shared during 10 episodes of the Season 8 of the Freelance Thrive Podcast! 💪 Sign up to the 9am platform and join the community: https://www.9am.works/freelancer #freelancing #FreelanceThrive #futureofwork…
Learn how to turn awkward conversations into meaningful client connections! Whether you're an introvert or extrovert, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you land more clients and build authentic connections 🚀 Check out the 9am Freelance Academy - a live ecosystem that gives you all you need to kick-start and improve your freelancing journey 💪 https://www.9am.works/freelance-course In this episode, we speak with Rachel Rozen , a networking coach, professional speaker, workshop facilitator, and founder of Connection Catalyst on a mission to help professionals build authentic connections and turn networking challenges into lasting relationships 🤩 With Rachel, we talked about how freelancers can start new professional relationships and maintain old ones to ensure they have a constant stream of clients, in particular: ✅ What are the essential networking skills. ✅ "NATO" (Not Attached to Outcome) mindset to focus on relationship-building. ✅ How to maintain the right connections to get jobs. Join us to learn from Rachel's experiences and gain valuable insights into how you can improve your own freelancing career 🚀 Check out the 9am platform - the All-In-One tool you need as a freelancer! 🔥🚀💪 https://www.9am.works/freelancer Connect with Rachel on social media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-rozen/ Timestamps: (00:00) Meet Rachel Rozen (01:00) Rachel's Journey to Networking Mastery (05:06) Essential Networking Skills (07:31) Overcoming Networking Anxiety (09:46) Strategic Networking for Freelancers (12:05) Tips for Introverted Freelancers (19:14) Maintaining and Improving Relationships #FreelanceThrive #freelancing #futureofwork…
Discover the power of processes, when to hire your first team member, and how to build a pipeline of recurring clients 🚀 In this episode, we speak with Sam Kim , a freelance full-stack developer and fractional CTO who helps creative marketing design agencies with process-driven, white-label development & client management services 🤩 With Sam, we talked about what steps freelancers should take to transition from a freelancer to an agency owner, in particular: ✅ 3 essential processes you need to build. ✅ Transitioning from freelancer to manager. ✅ When and who to hire for your team. Join us to learn from Sam's experiences and gain valuable insights into how you can improve your own freelancing career 🚀 Check out the 9am platform - the All-In-One tool you need as a freelancer! 🔥🚀💪 https://www.9am.works/freelancer Connect with Sam on social media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hellosamkim/ Timestamps: (00:00) Meet Sam Kim (00:50) What's an Agency (01:45) First Steps to Starting an Agency (03:06) Essential Processes for Early Stages (05:48) Roles and Delegation in an Agency (08:29) Hiring the Right Team (12:04) Client Onboarding Process (15:30) Common Mistakes and Advice #FreelanceThrive #freelancing #futureofwork…
Discover how aligning your freelancing career with your personal values can open new opportunities, attract like-minded clients, and make your work more meaningful 🚀 In this episode, we speak with Maja Nenadov Webster , a co-founder of Freelancing For Good, a community of impact-driven freelancers who use their careers to make the world a better place, and a marketing consultant who helps charities, non-profits, and social enterprises amplify their impact 🤩 With Maja, we talked about how aligning freelancing with your values opens up new opportunities, helps you stand out, and creates more meaningful connections with clients, in particular: ✅ How to incorporate your values into your freelancing. ✅ The benefits of sharing your values publicly to attract aligned clients. ✅ Handling challenges, like criticism or lowball offers, while staying true to your goals. Join us to learn from Maja's experiences and gain valuable insights into how you can improve your own freelancing career 🚀 Check out the 9am platform - the All-In-One tool you need as a freelancer! 🔥🚀💪 https://www.9am.works/freelancer Connect with Maja on social media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maja-nenadov/ Timestamps: (00:00) Meet Maja Nenadov Webster (00:56) Maya's Journey to Freelancing for Good (06:41) Aligning Freelancing with Personal Values (11:30) The Impact of Values on Client Relationships (20:37) Challenges in Impact-Driven Freelancing (25:02) Advice for Aspiring Freelancers #FreelanceThrive #freelancing #futureofwork…
Discover actionable strategies to master pricing, communicate your value to clients, and refine your rates as you grow 🚀 In this episode, we speak with Lizzie Davey , a freelance writer for SaaS and E-com tech digital brands who grows their authority, visibility, and conversions with engaging, search-inspired content and a keen advocate for creative freelancers on a mission to add transparency around rates and pay in the sector 🤩 With Lizzie, we talked about how freelancers should develop their rates throughout their careers, in particular: ✅ Common mistakes freelancers make early on. ✅ Importance of knowing your value and maintaining a solid portfolio. ✅ Strategies for handling imposter syndrome and communicating your rates. Join us to learn from Lizzie's experiences and gain valuable insights into how you can improve your own freelancing career 🚀 Check out the 9am platform - the All-In-One tool you need as a freelancer! 🔥🚀💪 https://www.9am.works/freelancer Connect with Lizzie on social media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizzie-davey-4a85b575/ Timestamps: (00:00) Meet Lizzie Davey (00:49) Common Mistakes in Setting Freelance Rates (01:44) Transitioning from Employment to Freelancing (02:46) Growing Your Online Presence (03:17) Calculating Initial Freelance Rates (04:44) Adjusting Rates with Experience (11:20) Communicating Rate Increases to Clients (14:14) Dealing with Imposter Syndrome and Benchmarking Rates (16:06) Competing with Lower Rates from Other Countries (17:24) Handling Feast and Famine Cycles (19:37) Hourly vs. Value-Based Rates #FreelanceThrive #freelancing #futureofwork…
Learn how to recognize burnout signals, prioritize self-care, and give yourself permission to rest—all while keeping your freelance business thriving 🚀 In this episode, we speak with Grazia Ravelli , an ICF Associate Certified Coach, trainer, and facilitator who specializes in self-leadership and life design and helps you to build a sustainable lifestyle that enhances your well-being and long-term success 🤩 With Grazia, we talked about how to manage energy, stress, and motivation to reach the end of the year without drained batteries, in particular: ✅ why the end of the year can be particularly draining for freelancers ✅ how your body signals that you need rest ✅ what is a “last 30 days plan”, and how it can help you. Join us to learn from Grazia's experiences and gain valuable insights into how you can improve your own freelancing career 🚀 Check out the 9am platform - the All-In-One tool you need as a freelancer! 🔥🚀💪 https://www.9am.works/freelancer Connect with Grazia on social media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/graziaravelli/ Timestamps: (00:00) Meet Grazia Ravelli (01:08) Understanding Year-End Stress (07:35) Common Mistakes Leading to Burnout (12:43) Practical Steps to Avoid Burnout (17:11) Allowing Yourself to Rest as a Freelancer (23:17) Incorporating Self-Care into Daily Routines #FreelanceThrive #freelancing #futureofwork…
Discover how helping other freelancers can transform your career, why Mondays no longer need to feel scary, and how to set boundaries while building a supportive network 🚀 In this episode, we speak with Joel Sousa , a professional freelance brand strategist and designer for solopreneurs, aka small business owners who want to stand out, be seen, and get hired! 🤩 With Joel we talked about the importance of helping other freelancers around you and how it impacts your freelancing career, in particular: ✅ The inner motivation for helping others. ✅ How helping others benefits you. ✅ Boundaries between free and paid help. Join us to learn from Joel's experiences and gain valuable insights into how you can improve your own freelancing career 🚀 Check out the 9am platform - the All-In-One tool you need as a freelancer! 🔥🚀💪 https://www.9am.works/freelancer Connect with Joel on social media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-branding-strategist-designer/ Timestamps: (00:00) Meet Joel Sousa (02:25) Challenges and Learning in Freelancing (04:23) The Importance of Helping Other Freelancers (08:19) Balancing Social Media and Freelance Work (10:55) Content Creation and Tools (20:17) Setting Boundaries in Freelance Help #FreelanceThrive #freelancing #futureofwork…
Discover actionable steps, tools, and automation techniques to streamline your freelancing career 🚀 In this episode, we speak with Anna Burgess Yang , a freelance content marketer, journalist, and writer with expert-level experience in banking and technology, who also creates resources for other solopreneurs and provides 1:1 consulting for people looking to improve their business operations 🤩 With Anna, we talked about processes and procedures, the "back-end" type of stuff that it takes to run a successful freelance business, in particular: ✅ "Front-end" and "back-end of freelance business. ✅ How content creation helps with an inbound client acquisition. ✅ Key strategies and tools to make it work smoothly. Join us to learn from Anna's experiences and gain valuable insights into how you can improve your own freelancing career 🚀 Check out the 9am platform - the All-In-One tool you need as a freelancer! 🔥🚀💪 https://www.9am.works/freelancer Connect with Anna on social media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annabyang/ Timestamps: (00:00) Meet Anna Burgess Yang (00:53) Front End vs. Back End in Freelancing (02:40) Anna's Systems and Tools for Freelancing (03:53) Content Creation and Marketing Strategies (10:23) Client Acquisition and Visibility (18:23) Balancing Work and Personal Life (20:44) Leveraging AI and Automation #FreelanceThrive #freelancing #futureofwork…
Discover the tips on networking, skill representation, and using AI tools to streamline content creation that makes a lasting impact 🚀 In this episode, we speak with Patrik Garten , a freelance AI solution architect & developer, software engineer, and IT coach and lecturer who specializes in turning complex technical challenges into robust, scalable, and efficient solutions 🤩 With Patrik we talked about how to build your freelance portfolio in a way that new assignments and projects will find you, in particular: ✅ Importance of honesty in representing your skills. ✅ Going beyond simple online connections. ✅ How AI tools like ChatGPT help freelancers. Join us to learn from Patrik's experiences and gain valuable insights into how you can improve your own freelancing career 🚀 Check out the 9am platform - the All-In-One tool you need as a freelancer! 🔥🚀💪 https://www.9am.works/freelancer Connect with Patrik on social media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paifgx/ Timestamps: (00:00) Meet Patrick Garten (00:56) Transitioning from Full-Time to Freelance (02:57) Finding Clients as a Freelancer (04:02) Building Your Personal Brand (08:04) How To Deal with Skills Filters (09:35) How To Build a Network (12:14) The Importance of Meaningful Comments (15:51) Content Creation and AI Tools #FreelanceThrive #freelancing #futureofwork…
Learn essential strategies for freelancers to break through automated screenings, optimize their CVs with the right keywords, and stand out in a crowded job market 🚀 In this episode, we speak with Nadia Harris , founder of remoteworkadvocate.com, who champions a better and more flexible future of work, the author of the "How to Tackle Hybrid Working?" book, and the Freelance Unlocked 2024 keynote speaker, a great expert to learn from and an amazing person to talk to! 🤩 With Nadia, we talked about how AI transforms the hiring process and what freelancers have to do to break through all the automation and stand out, in particular: ✅ What an AI-powered recruiting process looks like. ✅ How to adapt your CV to pass algorithms. ✅ The importance of personal brand and being proactive. Join us to learn from Nadia's experiences and gain valuable insights into how you can improve your own freelancing career 🚀 Check out the 9am platform - the All-In-One tool you need as a freelancer! 🔥🚀💪 https://www.9am.works/freelancer Connect with Nadia on social media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadia-harris-27008579/ Timestamps: (00:00) Meet Nadia Harris (01:20) Automation in Recruitment: A Game Changer (03:07) AI Tools Revolutionizing Recruitment (05:13) Tips for Freelancers to Hack AI Systems (07:27) Crafting the Perfect CV with Keywords (14:57) The Importance of Timing in Job Applications (16:39) Navigating Compliance in Recruitment (17:27) The Value of a Quality Network (19:28) Personal Value Proposition: Standing Out (21:37) Building a Strong Personal Brand (24:14) Proactive Approaches in Freelancing #FreelanceThrive #freelancing #futureofwork…
Discover how to proactively land more projects by building genuine relationships, reaching out through multiple channels, and balancing a diverse tech stack with specialized skills 🚀 In this episode, we speak with Patrick Rossnagel , a freelance frontend developer, mostly focusing on web technologies and an ambitious person who tries to juggle working as a digital consultant, realizing private projects and working to be the best version he can possibly be 🤩 With Patrick we talked about how not to be just a number in recruiters' databases but more proactive to land more gigs, in particular: ✅ Importance of reaching out to potential clients via multiple channels. ✅ Why to build genuine, long-term relationships with recruiters. ✅ How to demonstrate human value beyond just technical skills. Join us to learn from Patrick's experiences and gain valuable insights into how you can improve your own freelancing career 🚀 Check out the 9am platform - the All-In-One tool you need as a freelancer! 🔥🚀💪 https://www.9am.works/freelancer Connect with Patrick on social media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/developr/ Timestamps: (00:00) Meet Patrick Rossnagel (01:10) Challenges of Identifying Ideal Clients (04:03) The Reality of Freelancing (06:12) Standing Out in a Competitive Market (09:04) Building Personal Connections (11:19) The Importance of Proactive Communication (15:30) Overcoming Rejection in Business (16:14) The Importance of Genuine Connections (18:21) Navigating the Job Market (19:55) Effective Networking Strategies (24:36) Dealing with Freelance Challenges #FreelanceThrive #freelancing #futureofwork…
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