That Freelance Life

That Freelance Life

Author: Harriet Stockwell & Britney Beeby Language: English Episodes: 16
Harriet Stockwell and Britney Beeby host That Freelance Life, a conversation built for anyone who works for themselves. This isn't just about landing clients; it's about constructing a sustainable and fulfilling career on your own terms. Each episode feels like a candid chat with friends who've been there, tackling the real stuff-from managing unpredictable income and setting boundaries to finding creative inspiration and avoiding burnout. They open up the dialogue by bringing in seasoned industry experts, ensuring the advice is grounded and practical. Listening to this podcast, you'll find a blend of actionable strategies and broader perspectives on independence, all aimed at helping you take control of your time, your finances, and the kind of work you choose to do. Whether you're just considering the leap or are a veteran navigating your tenth year, the discussions here are about championing each other through the ups and downs. The goal is straightforward: to help you craft a professional life that actually works for you, accompanied by honest tips and shared experiences that make the freelance path feel a little less solitary.
Episodes
Ep 6 - Being at the top of a recruiters mind with Bonnie Harold [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:04
There are many ways to get those freelance gigs; word of mouth, networking, cold emails or Linkedin. But another way is through recruiters, essentially the people agencies and companies call at the 11th hour needing reso…
Ep 5 - Getting your name out there with Stefanie Sword-Williams [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:11:41
Selling ourselves is one of the hardest things, something we are often made to feel ashamed of and never taught. But being freelance means you have to put yourself out there in order to get the work you want. So how do y…
Ep 4 - Getting your financial ducks in a row with Crunch Accounting [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:32
Going freelance is brilliant creatively but can be a lot more admin on the business side of things. That’s why we highly recommend getting a good accountant, and why we chatted to Dillis and Luke from Crunch Accounting t…
Ep 3 - Getting your creative ducks in a row with Lisa Campana [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:19
As a creative, your portfolio is your biggest selling point. But how do you make sure your portfolio stands out amongst the sea of other equally talented creatives? We chat to Lisa Campana, Director of Design at Wunderma…
Ep 2 - Deciding to go freelance [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:20
If you’ve ever toyed with the idea of going freelance, then this episode is for you. We’re talking all things decision making and sharing how, why and when we decided to take the plunge and freelance, diving into some pe…
Ep 1 - Who are we [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:52
In this episode we introduce ourselves, discuss why we decided to create this podcast and share what you can expect in episodes to come. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.