It’s Fine, I’m a Freelancer

As a writer who loves the creative process, I've watched AI transform our industry with mixed feelings. In this episode, I tackle the elephant in the room: Are we becoming too dependent on AI for tasks we used to do ourselves? Join me for an honest look at how AI is changing freelance writing, and whether it's making us better professionals or just faster ones. Newsletter: freelancemagic.co/friday...

Maintaining a full workload and a consistent income is one of the hardest things about freelancing.  In this episode, I share why it's important to work towards a consistent workload and some key strategies you can use to get there. Get your notebook out because this one is full of practical goodies!  X: @lizziedavey LinkedIn: Lizzie Davey Freelancemagic.co 

When I started freelancing 10 years ago, social media was basically brand new and wasn't a part of my promotion strategy. Today, it's almost a necessity for freelancers to be on Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and Facebook--but is this causing issues in the freelancing world? I discuss the pros and cons of social media in freelancing and how it's impacted the landscape. 

Things are rough out there. Budget cuts, layoffs, fierce competition--they're all leading people to ask "is now even a good time to be a freelancer?"  In this episode, I breakdown why now is both a good AND bad time to be a freelancer and how you can increase your chances of success if you do decide to take the plunge right now. 

Have you seen those posts on LinkedIn looking for freelance writers, but they're really just full-time jobs in disguise? Yep, me too. Here's my hot take on why finding clients on LinkedIn is such a shi**show at the moment, plus some ways you can actually use the platform to find high-quality clients (that aren't looking for a glorified employee!). You can find me on LinkedIn (Lizzie Davey) and X (...

Does it feel like £100k has become the ultimate marker or success in the freelancing world? If you're constantly finding yourself bombarded with the six-figure freelancing narrative, you're not alone. But WHY is it so prolific? And is there any grounds for it to be a true marker or success? I speak to a handful of seasoned freelancers who are earning £100k and a few who aren't to figure out what t...

Over the past 10 years, my business has been through A LOT--including a global pandemic. In this episode, I talk about the ways I've managed to stay afloat and the tactics I employ to make sure I can weather any freelancing storm that comes my way. Join 4,500+ freelancers getting freelance tips every Friday (and see how much revenue a seasoned pro makes each week!): https://freelancemagic.co/frida...

Did you ever think you'd have to compete with a robot? No, me neither! In this episode, I discuss how ChatGPT and other conversational AI have rocked the freelancing world and how you can make sure you don't get ditched for a robot. Join 4,500+ freelancers getting freelance tips every Friday (and see how much revenue a seasoned pro makes each week!): https://freelancemagic.co/fridaytips-newsletter

Your website is your online storefront. In this episode, host Lizzie Davey talks about why now is a great time to revamp your website and what tweaks you can make to align more with your target audience.  Join 4,500+ freelancers getting freelance tips every Friday (and see how much revenue a seasoned pro makes each week!): https://freelancemagic.co/fridaytips-newsletter

This year has been.... weird, right? In this episode, host Lizzie Davey discusses why 2023 has been such a rollercoaster for freelancers, what the future looks like, and how you can set yourself up for the best success in 2024.   Join 4,500+ freelancers getting freelance tips every Friday (and see how much revenue a seasoned pro makes each week!), sign up here . 

Times are tough. There, I said it. If everything feels a Bit Weird right now, I've got just the thing for you. Here are some practical ways you can tap into your network and existing contacts RIGHT NOW to find extra work quickly.  Join 4,500+ freelancers getting freelance tips every Friday (and see how much revenue a seasoned pro makes each week!), sign up here ( https://freelancemagic.co/fridayti...

The cost of everything is going up--so your rates should too! Discover how to tell if your rates are too low and learn some practical ways to increase your prices (that feel MUCH easier than just asking for a pay rise). Join 4,500+ freelancers getting freelance tips every Friday (and see how much revenue a seasoned pro makes each week!), sign up here ( https://freelancemagic.co/fridaytips-newslett...

Should you pitch? Should you build a personal brand? Why are people so staunchly in one camp or the other? Here are my unfiltered thoughts on the debate and some practical tips you can use to leverage BOTH of these tactics successfully.  Join 4,500+ freelancers getting freelance tips every Friday (and see how much revenue a seasoned pro makes each week!), sign up here ( https://freelancemagic.co/f...

Pricing is such a controversial topic in the freelancing world. In this episode, pro writer Lizzie Davey answers real freelancer questions about pricing, rates, and generally showcasing your value as a writer.  Get Lizzie's 2023 price list here: https://freelancemagic.co/pricelist2023/ Join 4,500+ freelancers getting freelance tips every Friday (and see how much revenue a seasoned pro makes each w...

Processes!? Systems?! Aren't we just here to have fun? In this episode, pro freelancer Lizzie Davey shares her take on processes and how to make sure you're using the best systems for your business. It includes a how-to guide to auditing your current processes and key things to consider if you want to create a slick, enjoyable workflow. For more resources on freelancing, follow Lizzie on Twitter ,...

Ever wondered what the schedule of a busy freelancer looks like? In this episode, host Lizzie Davey dives into what an average week looks like, how many hours she works, how she manages heavy workloads, and how she figures out her capacity. 

Niche is fluid--it's not fixed! In fact, it can--and should--change. In this episode, pro freelancer Lizzie Davey shares how you can evaluate your niche against the current market landscape to make sure the services you offer are still highly relevant. 

In this episode of It's Fine, I'm a Freelancer, pro writer Lizzie Davey discusses the three key phases every freelancer goes through, including the questions you might be asking at each stage and the actionable things you can do to level up. 

Unless you've been hiding under a rock, you've heard of ChatGPT (and probably the shriek of panic from freelancers who are concerned robots are going to take their jobs). In this episode (the only episode I'll do on ChatGPT--I promise), I answer some of your pressing questions: What does the future of content look like? What are clients saying about ChatGPT? Should I charge less because of ChatGPT...

I've created a TON of resources for freelancers over the past 10 years. Here's a breakdown of everything already available, plus what I'm going to be working on this year and why. 

It's Fine, I'm a Freelancer aims to highlight the good and not-so-good parts of freelancing hosted by pro writer Lizzie Davey. It will delve behind the scenes and offer real-life stories about getting clients, increasing revenue, and what it really takes to build a business. In this first episode, Lizzie explains her goals with the podcast and what you can expect from future episodes. 

Finding clients: It's the topic on every freelancer's lips. This year, I'm shaking up my client acquisition methods. Learn what platforms I'll be using and HOW I'll be using them to land clients I love.