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How many times has it happened to you that you get a message from a client late in the evening or maybe on a weekend and they’re asking you to do *just one thing*? And then you sigh, open up your laptop and do it? Well, I’m here to say NO MORE. In this live Zoom Room episode of the Peaceful Service Pro podcast, I’m helping you to brainstorm and set clear, strong boundaries to protect your time, sanity and energy. 

Join me and a room full of powerful female service providers to discuss the boundaries that we already have and the ones that we need to set. I’m walking you through what boundaries are and why they’re so important. You’ll learn why your struggles with boundary setting might be as a result of conditioning by society. Listen out for my practical tips on the boundaries that’ll help you get paid on time and dodge that dreaded scope creep. 

Thanks so much for listening love and don’t forget to message me on Instagram to tell me what 3 boundaries you’re pledging to set.

Timestamps

[1:27] Hey love! Join my Zoom room Q&A about boundaries

[3:13] “Clear is kind”: Why boundaries matter

[7:07] Breaking down the difference between a ‘boundary’ and a ‘preference’

[9:35] So how do you actually set boundaries with your clients?

[12:08] A great example of boundary setting in your personal life

[14:24] Why is it so HARD to set boundaries?? Patriarchy, imposter syndrome and more

[18:48] Communication, hours, payments: Different kinds of boundaries you should set

[21:31] My thoughts on your boundaries and needs

[23:29] You’re not alone! Boundaries other freelancers struggle to set

[34:18] Making a boundary promise! What 3 boundaries will you promise to set? 

[37:45] Need boundary support? Message me!

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Being a freelancer is hard. It’s HARD babe! I’ve been there and I know it. So on this episode of Fiercely Freelance: The Podcast, I’m giving you my no-judgement advice about spotting the signs of burnout so that you can be a happier, healthier freelancer with a business that you f*cking love. 

I share my burnout story so that you can see if it sounds like your life now. You’ll hear the symptoms of being close to burnout and learn why your business isn’t actually your baby. Then I’ll tell you how to move out of burnout and renegotiate with your clients to give yourself some breathing space. And at the end of the episode, I share some exciting deets about my new mini-mind program that’s designed to help you become the business owner that you want to be!

Burnout is a big risk for freelancers and I need you to know that it’s not your fault. Babe, you’re *not* your business and you’re *not* a failure. I hope that this episode of Fiercely Freelance: The Podcast helps you to put things in perspective and to put yourself first. And if you’re ready to reshape your business strategy, you can find out more about my mini-mind below ⬇️⬇️⬇️

 

Timestamps

[1:00] This one’s a biggie: Babe, are you near burnout?

[2:07] What actually is burnout? 

[3:09] My burnout story

[4:58] Symptoms to watch out for

[6:51] Are you suffering from small business syndrome? 

[8:37] “Your business is not your baby”: The problem with thinking about work all the time

[11:08] Breathe in….and out: Breaking down burnout

[13:00] It begins with your clients

[14:31] How to renegotiate with your clients

[15:41] Babe, put the security blanket down and put your needs first!

 

[17:25] Getting beyond the most difficult bit of freelancing

[18:51] Want more help? Join my mini-mind!

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Details on new mini-mind, Dream Team: 

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Setting up a freelance business is a seriously big step babe and the freelance life isn’t right for everyone. But if you’ve got a dream business idea that won’t go away, you could go freelance. In this episode of the Fiercely Freelance podcast, I share the signs that you’re ready to take the next step and become a fierce freelancer!

Today you’ll hear me go through a checklist of signs that you should launch your freelancing business! I unpack what it takes to be a successful freelancer, from wanting more money to craving a better work-life balance. I also go into the nitty gritty bits of freelancing like needing to be a resilient person, taking risks and, being happy to look like a d*ck from time to time. 

If all of this sounds like you, then congratulations babe! You’re ready to freelance! You can get sh*tloads more advice on being an awesome freelancer by subscribing to the Fiercely Freelance podcast. Don’t forget to drop me a 5* review if you’re enjoying the show 💜 

Timestamps

[0:55] So, are you down to freelance? 

[2:30] If you’re dreaming big, freelancing is for you

[3:27] Freelancing for a better work-life balance

[4:12] Want to increase your earning potential? Start freelancing

[5:00] If you’re ok with taking risks, you can freelance

[5:37] There’s freedom in freelancing, babe

[6:28] If you’ve got clients in mind, you’re thinking like a freelancer

[7:03] The best quality in a freelancer: resilience

[7:32] If you’re ok to sometimes look like a d*ck then move on with your life, choose freelancing

[8:01] Are you ready for the rollercoaster?

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In this episode of the iDeas Podcast, I chat with Andrea Dottling and Parker Grant, the co-founders of IDLance.

We discuss why they started the IDLance community and their own adventures in the world of freelancing. This episode is ideal for any instructional designer, eLearning developer or L&D consultant considering a move to freelance.

If you'd like to learn more about IDLance, check out the website: https://www.idlance.com/home56471833
You can connect with Andrea here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreakannesmceneaney/
You can connect with Parker here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/parkergrant/

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