Live Work Travel

In this episode, I share practical strategies to help you achieve a six-figure income as a freelancer. By leveraging the power of math and understanding the value you bring to the table, you'll learn how to reach your financial goals while working from anywhere. Learn how to develop essential skills, build your business, and create a life of freedom and prosperity through freelancing. How to Take...

In this episode, I get into the importance of doing more with less when starting out as a freelancer. Discover how to avoid distractions, cut out unnecessary tasks, and focus on the essentials—finding clients, pitching effectively, and retaining clients. Don't fall into the trap of investing too much money or getting overwhelmed by the not-so-important tasks. Start your freelancing journey on the...

In the latest episode of the Live Work Travel Podcast, I’m talking all about overdelivering on client expectations! Drawing from personal experiences (including a random hotel encounter) that highlights the consequences of under-delivering, I'm going over the importance of consistently exceeding client expectations as a freelancer. Join me as I share simple yet practical techniques to meet deadlin...

In this episode of the Live Work Travel podcast, I delve into a thought-provoking topic: the power of messages and how they can shape our lives. As a former middle school teacher turned successful freelancer and digital nomad, I've experienced firsthand the impact of messages on our choices and beliefs. From the coffee industry to the allure of alcohol and the traditional career path, we're consta...

When you look around at anyone who has reached an impressive point in their career/life, they didn’t get there by accident. It’s a matter of hard work and small steps compounded over time. In this episode I’m talking about small ways you can make big changes in your life, building a freelancing career and traveling more without leaving your home. These simple steps you can take today will help you...

In this episode, I’m talking freelance contracts, the main things you need to have in them, and how to protect yourself as a freelancer. Resources mentioned: Get The Escape Hatch freelancing course Get in touch with me: hello@liveworktravel.com Follow along on Instagram @liveworktravelig Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever wondered how digital nomads work from far flung corners of the world? It has become increasingly common and with this new reality comes the challenge of navigating different time zones, communication styles, and work habits. In today’s episode, I’m talking the tools I use day in and day out to help me get the job done! Tools mentioned: Slack Asana Notion Telegram Trello ClickUp Jira Loom Kris...

In this episode, I’m talking about the 3 most common pricing models for freelance work. Whether you’re just starting out, or a seasoned pro looking to make some changes to your rates you’ll find something in this one for you. Resources mentioned: Get The Escape Hatch freelancing course Get in touch with me: hello@liveworktravel.com Follow along on Instagram @liveworktravelig Hosted on Acast. See a...

If you just don't feel ready to start freelancing yet, this episode is for you. In it I talk about the self doubt that can creep in constantly and how, still to this day, I don't feel "ready" MOST of the time. What can you do about it...? Listen to find out. Resources mentioned: Get The Escape Hatch freelancing course Get in touch with me: hello@liveworktravel.com Follow along on Instagram @livewo...

Are you making these 5 mistakes when you pitch clients? Cut them out and you’ll be winning more freelance work than you can handle in no time! Resources mentioned: Get The Escape Hatch freelancing course Get in touch with me: hello@liveworktravel.com Follow along on Instagram @liveworktravelig Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Unsure whether you need to fill out complex business paperwork or open a business checking account when you’re first setting up your freelance business? This episode will show you just how simple it can be to get started. Resources mentioned: Get The Escape Hatch freelancing course Get in touch with me: hello@liveworktravel.com Follow along on Instagram @liveworktravelig Hosted on Acast. See acast...

In this episode I’m talking all about retirement and healthcare for freelancers. Whether you're unsure how you’ll invest or save, or wondering how you're going to be able to afford healthcare as a freelancer, this episode is for you! Links mentioned: Wealthfront.com - (USA only). Sign up with this link and you’ll get your first $5000 invested managed for free. Please note that this is an affiliate...

If you’re not sure what to do as a freelancer then this is the episode for you! In it, I talk about the idea of seeing entrepreneurs as a “Golden Ticket” and cashing in on them. This isn’t manipulative! Some of us WANT you to do just that! So many entrepreneurs have more ideas than the time to do anything with them and our scattered nature will drive us to continue creating more ideas vs. doing so...

In this episode I’m talking all about clients. Everything from finding them, to keeping them, to shitty clients and how to avoid them! Links mentioned: Upwork Freelancer Fiverr Clients From Hell Resources mentioned: Get The Escape Hatch freelancing course Get in touch with me: hello@liveworktravel.com Follow along on Instagram @liveworktravelig Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

In this episode I’m talking about the 5 five most common freelance positions that I recommend my clients hire for. If you’re not sure what to do as a freelancer, well this episode is for you! Links mentioned: Upwork Resources mentioned: Get The Escape Hatch freelancing course Get in touch with me: hello@liveworktravel.com Follow along on Instagram @liveworktravelig Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

In this episode I’m talking all about Impostor syndrome and faking it until you make it… until you’re faking it no more! Link mentioned: LinkedIn Learning Resources mentioned: Get The Escape Hatch freelancing course Get in touch with me: hello@liveworktravel.com Follow along on Instagram @liveworktravelig Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I talk about the 5 (free) things you need to get started as a freelancer as well as a few common things that you DON’T need. Resources mentioned: Get The Escape Hatch freelancing course Get in touch with me: hello@liveworktravel.com Follow along on Instagram @liveworktravelig Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I travel the world and no matter where I go I encounter the same questions all over. In this episode I answer 6 of the most common questions I get about freelancing: What is a freelancer? What can I do as a freelancer? How much can I earn? Where can I find clients? How do time zones work? How do I get started? Links mentioned: Upwork.com Freelancer.com Fiverr.com Resources mentioned: Get The Escap...

In this episode I take you through part 2 of my story — from leaving my partner, career, home, and city behind to fumbling through a few years of trying different jobs until an abrupt layoff led me to freelancing. Resources mentioned: Get The Escape Hatch freelancing course Get in touch with me: hello@liveworktravel.com Follow along on Instagram @liveworktravelig Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

In this episode I take you through part 1 of my story — following the crowd to university and drifting into a career without thinking. Then, realizing I was stuck in a life that I no longer wanted and taking the big steps to make changes toward what I DID want. More money, more freedom, more travel! Resources mentioned: Get The Escape Hatch freelancing course Get in touch with me: hello@liveworktr...