We are back with a brand new season of the Freelance Fairytales. Can't believe it's been over one year since I started this thing. In this season, I am going to give myself creative license to talk about any and everything related to mindset, energy, spirituality, money, homesteading, nomadism, corporate greed, and everything in-between. In this kick-off episode, I dive into the topic of dreaming big and actually BELIEVING you can achieve your goals. I also give insight into how I think about...

Bryan went from being broke to a millionaire in less than 4-years, now a real estate force to be reckoned with in Southern California today. Through exploring multiple streams of income and investing in real estate, to rewiring how his brain thought about money, Bryan is an example of what's possible with a new mindset, the internet, and the determination to make it all happen today. This will conclude season 2 of the Freelance Fairytales Podcast! Season 3 starting next week. To work with...

Self-improvement, self-love, and self-awareness are all critical parts of advancing yourself both professionally and socially today. In order to become the freelancer of your dreams, or side hustle your way to financial freedom, you need to learn to love yourself, who you are, and who you were born to be. In this episode, I sit down with Brenttany Edwards, who details her arrival to a place of self-love and how that has helped her to curate her ideal - social and career - life. This is an...

Prior to 2020, Hannah knew she was on a very toxic career path that left her feeling unfulfilled daily. After coming across my social media that year, she decided to give freelancing a go. Fast-forward a little over one year, and Hannah was able to make 6-figures her very first year freelancing - WOW!!! This is an amazing episode for learning more about how to maximize your potential on Fiverr, Upwork, and even use the momentum to launch your own team. She has a freelancing empire that is...

Known for being employee #30 at Facebook and the CEO of AppSumo, a business products platform that makes it affordable to buy tools/software to scale any business, Noah Kagan has been on a lifelong pursuit, fine-tuning his mind to attract new opportunities and experiences. After meeting him on his podcast earlier this year, as well as working with him to recover my banned TikTok this summer (I accredit him with getting it back for me), Noah has been a thought-provoking person in my life. His...

As a retired gymnast and someone who felt frustrated after posting 5-years to YouTube, only making enough to cover gas and groceries, Angela stumbled upon my freelancing Snapchat story and wondered if she could do the same. Posting an Unboxing Video gig on Fiverr, trying to bring in some extra money, Angela was able to scale to $3,300/month in just 2-months. After only 3-months, she hit Level 2 seller status, and has big plans for her freelancing agency in the future. Angela is an example...

I had the pleasure of e-meeting Ashley over one-year ago when I was working to put together a freelancing Clubhouse group. She continues to impress me with her freelancing knowledge and determination to change the industry. She is the owner and founder of Freelance US, a U.S.-only freelancing site that can be found here: https://freelanceus.co/. The platform has just wrapped up a small business incubation program and is ready to take the world by storm in 2022. Additionally, Ashley is just an...

I had the pleasure of meeting Madison earlier this year when she flew out to Wyoming to film me for a docuseries sponsored by Natural Life. We instantly hit it off and have been good friends ever since. Madison is a freelance videographer who is also pursuing a musical career (amazing singer), so this episode is great for anyone wanting to know more about time management and balancing two things at once in the freelancing world. Lastly, Madison has one of the most entertaining IG stories of...

Ex-employment attorney and money coach, Delyanne Barros, used to believe that hard work and sacrifice were required to amass wealth. She soon learned that with the right investing and money strategies, financial freedom was possible without all of the hardship. She has now made it her mission to share this with as many people as possible today. Delyanne is a self-made millionaire who inspires me every day on my quest for early retirement and total financial freedom. This is a great episode...

The world of online content is becoming more lucrative and sought-after by the minute today, which is why Sandy Lin's brand is so powerful. As a popular content creator who helps followers make content, monetize it properly, and partner off with brands, Sandy is helping entrepreneurs everywhere prepare for a world in which online content is one of the most prominent ways to market and advertise. Sandy is also just an all-around awesome, funny, and kind-hearted person who I hope I can visit in...

Omar has been someone I frequently consult on building out digital systems and teams as an entrepreneur today. Not only does he work to develop podcasts for B2B businesses looking for new leads, but he is also highly resourceful in the world of managing remote teams as a digital nomad. Omar has cracked the code on what's possible today in the world of the 'business of one,' and is also a good friend of mine. To listen to Omar's podcast 'The Nomad Executive,' visit:...

Starting out as a teacher, hoping she had chosen the right career path for herself, Amber knew she wanted something more for her life. Unhappy with her job and wondering how she could break out of the world of teaching, Amber stumbled upon freelance writing. Trying her hand at product descriptions, website content, and blog writing, she soon discovered that she could make freelancing online her full-time gig.Today, Amber manages a highly successful freelance writing business from her agency...

When I first stumbled upon Scott using TikTok last year, I was instantly hooked. His videos are not only authentic and captivating, but they are also profoundly true takes on mindset, positive thinking, and changing your reality. Scott is living proof you can completely change your life if you choose to start thinking differently. This is an amazing episode for anyone struggling with being more positive, getting over past criticisms, and working through traumas. I would say 95% of being a...

Mango Mikulan was one of the first TikTokkers I followed when I downloaded the app in 2020. Her content is unique, creative, engaging, and and hysterical (highly recommend you go check it out).Even more than that, Mango has created a life for herself where freelancing content production on platforms like Upwork has enabled her to travel, leverage her social media following, and inspire others around the world. Mango is another example of a freelancer who has not allowed 'English...

I had the pleasure of sitting down with money mindset advocate, Kiana Danial, CEO of Invest Diva and founder of the Invest Diva Movement, this past month. She is an award-winning, internationally recognized personal investing and wealth management expert having been featured in The Wall Street Journal, TIME Magazine, Fox Business, CNN, Forbes, TheStreet, and Nasdaq. Kiana was able to go from $0 to $5 million in just a few years thanks to her approach to money. I always enjoy speaking with...

Back in May 2020, Josh found me on TikTok, called me up, and had me flown to Utah the following month. We recorded our first three online courses together. Little did we know, it was the start of a beautiful friendship and business partnership that has grown to 6+ courses with plenty of other ideas in the works. Josh is more than just an online course creator and developer - he is also a serial entrepreneur who has mastered the art of PR, multiple income streams, and doing it all as a father....

One of the most popular avenues to total financial freedom comes through real estate investing. Jonathan Farber shares his different tactics that have enabled him to become financially free in his 20s, as well as how he has built and scaled an Airbnb empire you can replicate in your own life. I can attest firsthand to Jonathan's confirmed success and insane business acumen. This episode is packed with incredibly valuable investing recommendations! Want to retire early through real estate?...

Podcasts are an incredible way to grow your brand, network with other thought leaders in your industry, and make money from episode sponsorships. As the world moves increasingly towards a fully remote and digital structure, launching your own podcast should be something to consider in 2022. Holly Shannon, podcasting expert and coach, goes over the different ways in which a podcast can enhance your brand and drive quality traffic to your website. Want to work with Holly in launching your...

This is an incredibly insightful interview from a freelance writer who does NOT use freelancing platforms to find her leads. Colleen, instead, manages her own freelancing business as an independent freelancer who uses cold pitching and other marketing tactics to grow her business today. Also the owner of the Freelance Writer's Guide, Colleen sees herself as someone who gives people advice on freelancing and copywriting in a world where freelancing is becoming critically important. She is also...

Is it possible to freelance while going to school as a college student? For Olivia Kelliher, the answer is a resounding YES. On top of completing a difficult degree and being a full-time student athlete, Olivia has managed to foray into the world of financial freedom while growing her business TikTok account to over 300k followers. This is a very inspiring recap on how you can structure your time to balance freelancing with any other kind of requirement. Fun fact: Did you know individuals as...

Hannah Spraker has managed to scale her Fiverr business to earning over $10,000 per month in less than one-year.After leaving the world of PR where she experienced many of the same toxic workplace norms that I did in my (4-week) stint, she decided to try out freelancing on the side. To her amazement, her profile took off quickly, helping her to pay off her 40k debt and finally explore an industry that rewarded her for her innate writing talents and determination.Listen in as we discuss how...

It's no secret that traditional 9-to-5s are anything but accommodating for neurodivergent individuals who don't work or think like the masses. Mercedes Mansilla has proven that not only can individuals with ADHD thrive in a freelancing setting, but they can also tailor their schedule in a way that works for them. As a Fiverr PRO seller and writer, Mercedes has also proven that freelancing can work from anywhere in the world, as she lives in Argentina and speaks English as a second language....

Nicole Rose Stillings recently graced your TVs in The Big Shot with Bethenny by HBO, where she put her entrepreneurial and marketing savvy to the test for the world to see. But that's not all Nicole does - or is known for. The DJ and music producer, famed for her glam-house style music, is also a thought leader on mindset and positive thinking development. If you want to listen into an episode where we discuss powerful thinking patterns and how you can change your default mindset, check out...

You guys are going to LOVE this one! It's not often I have the chance to talk to people who have been freelancing for 8, 9, or 10+ years, but in this case, power couple Matthew and Michelle Taylor have been paving the way for the gig economy long before most of us knew the word 'fiverr.' As award-winning filmmakers with a list of accolades and accreditations that speak for themselves and their remarkable work, creative vision, editing, and marketing, Matthew and Michelle Taylor are two...

I have been beyond excited to sit down with Georgia and talk about her incredible Fiverr freelancing success. After meeting her online to host a Clubhouse room at the end of 2020, we instantly hit it off - and watching her Fiverr career go from $0 to $500k+ in one year makes Georgia probably the fastest highest-earner on Fiverr of all time. If you are a freelancer, Fiverr seller, or someone interested in learning how to make money freelancing, this is the episode for you. We also talk about...