Ever wondered what it’s like to start a magazine from scratch while cruising the freelance life? Meet Sophie Cross, the brains (and bold personality) behind Freelancer Magazine, the go-to publication for freelancers everywhere. Sophie, who cheekily calls herself the "White Van Woman" of the freelance world, has created a vibrant community and resource for freelancers. In this episode, we dive deep into her journey: from her inspiration to launch Freelancer Magazine to the challenges she’s faced keeping it fresh and relevant for her audience. Sophie shares insights into the highs and lows of freelancing, why she thinks it’s different from working with agencies, and the unique set of pros and cons that come with each. We also talk about her top courses like “Grow Your Own Newsletter” and “LinkedIn for Humans,” designed to help freelancers find their voice and up their game. Whether it’s tips for landing clients, advice for freelancers feeling isolated, or a few golden nuggets to kickstart your freelance career, Sophie’s got you covered. Listen in as we wrap up with Sophie’s #1 tip for anyone looking to go freelance and find out how you can connect with her and join the Freelancer Magazine community. If you’re already freelancing, thinking about it, or just curious about the freelance world, this episode is packed with practical tips, inspiration, and a whole lot of heart. https://freelancermagazine.co.uk/ linkedin.com/in/sophcross Today's episode is sponsored by Leadfeeder, by Dealfront. This tool is perfect for B2B businesses who want to find out which companies are checking out your website. Because you’re a listener of the show we can offer you an extended 21 day free trial, so you can check out the software for yourself all you need to do is click the link below. https://www.dealfront.com/solutions/web-visitor-tracking/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=body&utm_campaign=dribble