The Freelancer's Teabreak

I'm back with another guest - copywriter Bee Stevenson! In this episode we talk about freelancing when you have a chronic illness, practical tips on making your business more chronic illness-friendly, and how to set boundaries with clients (and how clients can be more inclusive on that front too). You can find Bee in the following places: For business enquiries: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bee-ste...

Welcome back to another episode of The Freelancer's Teabreak, this week I'm joined by Sarah Browning, founder of Time for Kindness. We chatted about freelancing, kindness, side projects, passion projects and when a passion project turns into a paid one.  Find Sarah Browning here:  https://www.browningyork.com/ Time for Kindness: https://timeforkindness.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/t...

Hello! It's been a while since I've done a solo episode, so I wanted to share a bit about what I've been up to, and some of the apps that are rocking my freelance cosy socks off right now. Mentioned: https://sunsama.com https://flown.com https://www.focusmate.com https://www.forestapp.cc https://www.descript.com Find me at: www.freelancelifestyle.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/groups/freelancelife...

This week I have Gemma Pettman on the podcast to chat about freelancing without the perfect conditions, avoiding 'shoulds' that don't work for you, and celebrating ten years of freelancing! Find Gemma online:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ gemma - pettman / Twitter: @gemmapettmanpr Website: http://www.gemmapettmanpr.co.uk/ Find me at @emmacossey on instagram, join the Facebook group here...

A common bit of advice flying around the online business world is that you need to run a community. But do you? And how do you do it? This week I've got Community Expert Suzanne Buckley on the podcast to chat about communities, the role they play in our lives and what you should consider if you want to start your own.  Suzanne's Info: Website: suzannebuckley.com FB:  https://www.facebook.com/suzan...

The podcast is back, and this week the topic is optimism, pessimism and a sprinkling of luck and old school SWOT analysis.  You can find me at: www.freelancelifestyle.co.uk Instagram: @emmacossey Twitter: @freelance_life Facebook page: The Freelance Lifestyle Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/freelancelifestyle       qSV4aFtx2pZBeyZpGG7F

This week, I have a guest on the podcast - Berenice Smith. Berenice has been a member of the Freelance Lifestylers FB group for a while, and she's been a support to so many in the group - but especially those who are childless not through choice. In this episode, we talk about Berenice's freelance journey, the language and actions we can take to be more inclusive of those who are childless, and th...

This week I'm joined by Charelle Griffith, Chartered Marketer and Blogging Superfan. Charelle actually inspired me to dust off my own blog, and share some new posts, and I think she might inspire you to do the same too! You can find Charelle at: www. CharelleGriffith.com   Instagram:  instagram.com/charellegriffith   Twitter: Twitter.com/CharelleGriff Facebook: Charelle Griffith -  https://www.fac...

There are some sites we all know about for finding clients. But many are a race to the bottom. Here are three you may not have considered.  Mentioned in this podcast: The Freelance Lifestylers FB group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/freelancelifestyle The Freelance Business Lounge:  https://freelancelifestyle.teachable.com/

The Freelancer's Teabreak is back (again!) Yup, after another long break (due to homeschooling), I'm excited to be back with the podcast and a few more ideas to find new clients. Mentioned in this podcast: The Freelance Lifestylers FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/freelancelifestyle The Freelance Business Lounge: https://freelancelifestyle.teachable.com/  

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What have you learnt about yourself this year? Mentioned in the episode: Four Tendencies quiz: https://quiz.gretchenrubin.com Love Languages quiz: https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/ Freelance Personality type: https://quiz.freelancelifestyle.co.uk Join the Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/freelancelifestyle

I'm so excited for this slightly longer episode, as I have a great guest - my mentor Ruby McGuire! In this episode, we dive into a really juicy topic -growing a business without social media.   You can find Ruby here: https://rubymcguire.com Ruby has a podcast too, just search for Rock Your Fabulous Biz. 

What has been your biggest achievement in 2020? Maintaining a business during a pandemic? Staying sane while juggling freelancing and homeschooling? Pivoting your business? More info on the website: www.freelancelifestyle.co.uk Join the free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/freelancelifestyle

In this week's episode, we dive into the sticky subject of working for free. Is there any appropriate time to do it? 

Dealing With Discounts: Are you thinking of offering a discount to a client? Here's how to do it without losing out! Join the pricing workshop: https://www.freelancelifestyle.co.uk/monthlytraining Join the Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/freelancelifestyle

In this week's podcast episode of The Freelancer's Teabreak, I will be talking about how to raise your prices, complete with an email template to send to your clients.  Sign up for the Pricing Your Packages training with Sally Farrant here:  https://freelancelifestyle.co.uk/monthlytraining/  Join the Freelance Business Lounge for more templates: https://freelancelifestyle.teachable.com/

Got a brilliant opt-in for your newsletter? Where are you going to share it? I've got five suggestions for you in this episode. Want more tips? Join the Freelance Lifestyle mailing list www. FreelanceLifestyle.co.uk/newsletter    

Throughout October, I've been sharing some tips about emails and newsletters. This week, I want to talk about opt-ins. Those golden nuggets of content you can use to encourage people to join your mailing list. Join The Freelance Lifestylers FB group https://www.facebook.com/groups/freelancelifestyle/?ref=share Join the Freelance Lifestyle mailing list www.freelancelifestyle.co.uk . 

Not sure what to include in your newsletter? Or how to keep it consistent? This episode is packed full of tips to help you stay on track!  Check out www.freelancelifestyle.co.uk/newsletter  to sign up for the mailing list! Follow on Instagram www. Instagram.com/emmacossey Join the Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/freelancelifestyle/

In October, I'll be focusing on newsletters and emails for freelancers and how you can make it easier. This week, it's all about four emails you should be sending as a freelancer. The Scary Email template: https://www.freelancelifestyle.co.uk/effective-email Sign up to The Freelance Lifestyle newsletter here: www.freelancelifestyle.co.uk/newsletter Join the Freelance Business Lounge here: https://...

In the last two episodes, we've talked about networking and social networking for freelancers. This week, it's all about pitching (and how to do it in a way that works for you!) Mentioned in this episode: The Scary Email https://freelancelifestyle.co.uk/effective-email/ Pinterest board: https://pin.it/2ET7SLF The PR Show https://www.kerrilwatt.co.uk/theprshow/ The Freelance Lifestylers FB group ht...

Want to do some networking, but the traditional options aren't available right now? Or thinking of trying networking, but you're shy or introverted and need some tips to survive networking events? I've got tips on both accounts, talking about netwalking, online networking events and how to navigate networking when you'd rather be on the sofa. Come join the FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups...

Whew, school is back and so is the Freelancer's Teabreak! And we're going to jump straight into how to use social media to find clients. Because I'm all for business you can do on your phone in bed.  As mentioned in the podcast: TikTokers to check out: @nikkipebbles, @advancedbitches and @cassie_stephens   Come join the FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/freelancelifestyle Grab your Freelan...