What Do Freelancers Do When They Get Sick?

What Do Freelancers Do When They Get Sick?

Author: Erik Dietrich February 7, 2024 Duration: 15:30
Sick time is pretty straightforward for employees. But how does this work when you go off on your own as a freelancer? How do freelancers handle it when they get sick? Link Picks Check out Tricentis Tosca: Intelligent test automation Ever wondered why distributed apps need dependency management?

Erik Dietrich hosts Hit Subscribe Freelancer Q&A, a podcast that pulls back the curtain on the practical realities of running your own business. This isn't about abstract theory or motivational speeches; it's a grounded, question-and-answer format built directly from the challenges freelancers and solo entrepreneurs face every day. Each episode dives into specific, tactical concerns-from setting rates and negotiating contracts to managing client relationships and finding a sustainable workflow. You'll hear straightforward advice and thoughtful discussions that stem from real-world experience, offering a sense of clarity and camaraderie for anyone navigating the sometimes isolating world of self-employment. Tune in for honest conversations that cut through the noise, providing actionable insights whether you're just starting out or looking to refine an established practice. This podcast serves as a reliable resource, transforming common freelancing puzzles into manageable steps forward.
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Podcast Episodes
How to Market Yourself as a Freelancer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:34
If you're a relatively new freelancer, how do you go about marketing yourself? The answer is simple, but not easy. Marketing is about being memorable, and being a generalist isn't memorable, so one of the most powerful t…
Dealing with Lawyers as a Freelancer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:37
If you're just getting started as a freelancer, you might wonder what you need a lawyer's help with. Do you need a contract? Help setting up an LLC? In this video I offer a take based on my experience setting up multiple…
How Do Taxes Work When You Start a Business? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:23
Are you thinking about hanging out your shingle and don't know how taxes work? Maybe you've never thought about how taxes work (you should, though). In this video, I walk you through how taxes work for freelancers in the…
How Do You Get Clients for Your New Business? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:06
Are you just starting out as a freelancer or moonlighter, and wondering how to go about finding clients? In this video I lay out a series of fairly specific tactics freelancers can use for finding clients. Join us to lea…
Setting Your Rate as a New Freelancer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:39
How do you set your rate as a freelancer? I offer two things in this video: A detailed explanation of the philosophical with the idea of "having a rate" A super actionable piece of easy advice for setting it, if you insi…
Starting a new Freelance Business: Dos and Donts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:16
In this edition, I tackled the subject of dos and don'ts for starting a new business. Join me for a list of things that I think you ought to do, and a list of things I don't think you should bother with -- some of those…
Should You Incorporate to Moonlight or Freelance? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:06
I tackle the question that everyone asks sooner or later: should I create some kind of business or just do business as myself? These episodes are courtesy of Hit Subscribe, a content shop.

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