Help I'm a Freelancer

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...

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...

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...