Hey you guys! I’m excited to be back this week with another episode, and today’s episode is something I have been asked multiple timesIs the freelance market saturated? Are there already too many freelancers out there for me to actually be successful? The short answer is no! You can be successful as a freelancer and experience the joys of running your own business, setting your own schedule, and contributing to your family financially. I break that question down for you a bit more i...

Hey there! Happy Monday! With summer approaching, I wanted to share some tips this week on how you can have the summer you want, while still making the income you need. As a freelancer, you run and operate your business which means that YOU are in charge of what your schedule looks like. And for freelancing moms, I've found that flexibility is key, especially during these summer months. Tune in to learn how to plan your client work around your summer schedule. I fully believe that y...

Hey there, happy Monday! Today I’m sharing one simple tip to increase your packages with current clients and get some referrals along the way!This episode was actually inspired by a recent discussion in our Live Free Academy student Facebook group. Last week, someone posted asking for feedback on an email she drafted for her current clients. The email let them know that she had availability in her schedule and she would love some referrals. It was great, and it would have been received well!H...

Hey there! Today I’m excited to share a bit about my own story, how I landed my first freelancing client, and what I learned along the way. Lately, the number one thing I’ve been hearing from so many of you is that you’re scared you won’t be able to land freelancing clients. That’s a legitimate fear and one I struggled with too! It actually took me 7 months to land my first client… definitely not ideal. However, through my struggles, I learned a ton of valuable insights along the wa...

In today's episode, we're diving into Full Scope Freelancer, an all-in-one platform designed specifically for freelancers. Learn how this tool can help you manage your freelance business.  In the past, I’ve been hesitant to promote one tool or another because they’ve been too complicated, too expensive, or can’t even do everything we need them to do. That being said, I recently learned about Full Scope Freelancer and it has blown me away! Tune in to today’s short and sweet episode to learn...

Hey there! Today, I’m chatting with Melissa Schuetz about how she went from teacher to freelancer and landed 5 clients in just one month! Melissa is a mom of 5 and a former teacher of 6 years. When her youngest of born, she desperately started searching for ways to leave the classroom. She was burnout from teaching and wanted more time at home with her children. Melissa stumbled upon freelancing and the Live Free Academy and resigned from teaching immediately.  Melissa shares how she landed...

Hey there! I am so excited to share today’s episode with you! I’m chatting with Amy Reinecke and Jennifer Draper, the founders of Spark Media Concepts, who share invaluable insights and practical tips for freelancers looking to support and connect with bloggers. At Spark Media Concepts, Amy and Jennifer help women create and grow their own blogs, ultimately, building an online business that fits into their life and brings them joy. They also both run and maintain their own successful blogs...

Welcome back to the podcast! Join us as we dive into an exciting conversation with Krisi Kirk, who started her freelancing business as a virtual assistant right around the time her family jumped into homesteading. Just a few short years ago, Kristi and her family sold everything they had, purchased 30 acres of land, and lived in campers while building their forever home from top to bottom in 9 months. Amidst their homesteading adventure, Kristi joined the Live Free Academy and launched her...

Happy Monday! Join us on today's podcast episode as we sit down with Molly Mariss. Molly walks us through freelancing as a single mom.  In 2020 and in the midst of filing for divorce, Molly stumbled upon the Live Free Academy, and she knew she had to try it out. She finished the course within a month, built her freelancing business, started landing clients, and now supports herself and her girls from home. Molly shares insights into how she landed her clients, her daily schedule as a single...

Hey there! Happy Monday! Today I'm chatting with Sadie Clements as she shares her incredible journey from being a dedicated teacher to finding freedom and joy in the world of freelancing. After a decade in teaching, Sadie faced burnout during the challenging times of COVID while raising a newborn and a toddler. Seeking a change, she discovered the Live Free Academy, invested in herself and the course, and started her freelancing journey. She transparently shares how she got started, the...

Join us on this week's episode as we welcome back Richelle, a work-at-home freelance mom.  Richelle was previously on the podcast and shared her journey from maternity leave to becoming a fully booked freelancer, replacing her corporate income in less than two months. Today, discover how her services have changed over the years, the route she's taken to land retainer clients, and get insights into managing freelancing while being a mom of two. Richelle also walks us through her unique...

Hey there! Today we're back with another Student Success Story and we're talking with Julia Perinovic about how she met her 6 figure corporate income without sacrificing her work-life balance ...and, she did it all within 3 months! Julia had 10 years of experience as a project manager and executive assistant before beginning freelancing. She started her career in the real estate industry in Los Angeles, and then pivoted to tech in San Francisco. Julia worked from home full time, but not all...

Hey there! Today we are chatting with Roberta Wilson, lovingly known as Robbie to her family, friends, and clients. Robbie’s story is a unique one about how and why she came back to freelancing! That’s right… Robbie temporarily left freelancing and returned to the corporate world.  This is an episode you don’t want to miss! We chat about how Robbie landed her clients, why she came back to freelancing, and how she’s doing now. Check out the show notes for more information including links and...

Happy Monday! It's good to be back with a brand-new episode! In today’s episode, I chat with Amanda Beasley about her transition from corporate to freelancing. Amanda is an LFA alum with 16 years of experience in the corporate world. In September 2022, Amanda was unexpectedly laid off. Her family depended on her income so fear definitely started creeping in. A friend introduced Amanda to freelancing and the Live Free Academy.  Before diving in, Amanda took some time for reflection. She...

Hey there! Happy Monday! On today's episode, I'm answering a question I get asked from time to time: Is freelancing sustainable as a long-term career? Maybe you're interested in the flexibility and freedom that comes along with freelancing, but you're concerned about the stability and longevity of it. You're wondering if freelancing is just a fad or a trend. Let's dive in and chat about that!  First, yes, you can sustain a freelance career for the long haul. You can sustain it, maintain it,...

Hey there! On today's episode, I'm chatting with Kathie Bentley. Kathie has an inspiring story about how she overcame her fear of getting started and replaced her income while working from home. Kathie chats with us about how she highlighted her age as a strength and used it to connect with and land her clients. She shares the tasks she does for her clients and how she learned to do them. Kathie encourages us that everything is learnable; navigating through clients' programs and systems is...

Recently, I had someone reach out to me and ask if they could replace a six-figure salary as a freelancer. My short answer is yes. No matter what your income goal is, it is absolutely possible to reach it with freelancing. This is a question I've actually been seeing more and more lately from moms tired of their high-paying 9-5. I've had quite a few moms tell me that they loved their corporate job, and they worked hard to get there, but sometimes, it just isn't worth the cost. If you want...

On today’s episode, we are welcoming back Chelsea Hall. Chelsea was originally on the podcast back in November of 2021 when she started freelancing. She was a former first-grade teacher looking for a way to spend more time with her daughter. She zoomed through the course, landed a ton of clients as a Pinterest strategist, and doubled her teaching income in her first year of business. Chelsea shares what her work schedule looks like with a couple of toddlers running around, the route she used...

Happy Monday! Today, I'm chatting with Lindsay White and she's updating us on things she's noticing in the corporate world right now - current trends and remote freelancing opportunities. Lindsay is a Director of Marketing with a corporate background, and she's been in the freelancing space for 5 years now. In this episode, Lindsay shares who is hiring freelancers, why it benefits them to hire a freelancer, and how you can connect with them. Thanks for listening! Connect with me on...

Betsy Moorehead is back on the podcast today, and she's sharing how she has grown and changed her freelancing business over the years.  With her corporate background of 10+ years and some of her own self-learning, Betsy is a digital marketing expert. She has shifted her business away from implementation tasks and instead offers consulting. She enjoys planning out a big-picture strategy and being a sounding board for her clients. Betsy is transparent about the struggles and joys that come...

Happy Monday, and happy LFA anniversary! Today marks SIX years of me starting this business and helping other women build, launch, and grow their very own freelancing businesses. We are celebrating in a big way - you can sign up for the course today through September 15th at midnight and get a $500 discount. If you've been on the fence for a while, this just might be your time to enroll! Please reach out to me if you have any doubts, questions, or concerns. I don't want you to miss out on...

On today’s episode, we are welcoming back Stacy Hanson. Stacy was originally on the podcast back in December of 2021 when she started freelancing. You can listen to that episode here. Stacy was a SAHM turned Virtual Assistant, and since her first episode, she has pivoted into the Podcast Manager role. Stacy works from home with her three kids. She started her freelancing business to have a little something for herself outside of her SAHM duties. Stacy shares the ebbs and flows of her...

Hi there, and happy Monday! On today's episode, I'm chatting with Corey Kibort about how she got started as a VA, replaced her income, and was able to leave her teaching job by the end of the school year. Corey shares how she got started as a VA and landed clients as a "beginner." Corey gives us a glimpse of what her day-to-day looks like. She shares the tasks she does for each of her different clients and how she learned their programs and systems. Thanks for listening! Connect with me on...

On today's episode, we're welcoming back Amber Kindler to check in and see how her freelance business has evolved and changed over the years! Amber was first on the show over 2 years ago when she transitioned from teaching to freelancing. That episode covers she landed her clients and quadrupled her income. Today, she shares how her freelance business is totally built around her family. Amber is a Director of Marketing and Copywriter, and she works from home with her toddler and baby. She has...