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The Freelance Blueprint

By: Elisabeth Mayr
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  • Welcome to the "Freelance Blueprint" - the go to podcast for all freelancers. If you're curious about freelancing, looking to level up your freelance game, or even if you've been freelancing for years, you're in the right place. Hosted by Elisabeth Mayr, a freelance UX Designer, the Freelance Blueprint will equip you with everything you need to know about freelancing. We're interviewing fellow freelancers from all the corners in the world, at various stages in their careers. Hit subscribe to get notified on next episodes.
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Episodes
  • Remove the Cringe of Your Sales Calls with this Mindset-Shift | Marchela Georgieva - Tax Advisor & Digital Nomad

    Remove the Cringe of Your Sales Calls with this Mindset-Shift | Marchela Georgieva - Tax Advisor & Digital Nomad
    May 24 2024

    Navigating Taxes as a Digital Nomad: Insights from a Tax Consultant

    Summary

    Marchela, a tax consultant for digital nomads, shares her journey and expertise in helping nomads navigate their taxes. She explains how she found her niche and the impact she has on her clients' lives.

    Marchela also discusses the challenges of cold outreach and provides tips for overcoming the fear and cringe of selling. She emphasizes the importance of analyzing individual tax residency rules and seeking professional advice to ensure compliance and maximize savings. Marchela highlights the value of investing in mentors and coaching programs to simplify and streamline business operations.

    In this conversation, Lisi and Marchela discuss the benefits of having a coach or mentor as a freelancer or business owner. Marchela shares her experience of how working with mentors helped her accelerate her growth. They also discuss the importance of finding a balance between work and enjoying the nomad lifestyle.

    Marchela emphasizes the value of taking breaks and planning longer stays in one place to connect with the community.


    Takeaways

    • Finding a niche that aligns with your passion and expertise can lead to meaningful work and personal satisfaction.
    • Cold outreach can be effective when approached as a genuine conversation and an opportunity to help those in need.
    • Understanding tax residency rules and seeking professional advice is crucial for digital nomads to ensure compliance and optimize savings.
    • Investing in mentors and coaching programs can provide guidance, simplify business operations and help maintain a balanced workload. Surrounding yourself with people who are a few steps ahead of you can help you achieve your goals faster.
    • Finding a balance between work and enjoying the nomad lifestyle is important for mental and physical well-being.
    • Planning longer stays in one place allows you to connect with the community and have a more fulfilling experience.
    • Experimenting with different ways to serve your community and not fearing complexity can lead to greater impact and growth. You can find out more about Marchela below: instagram.com/marchela_georgieva_


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    Chapters 00:00 Intro

    01:35 About Marchela

    02:34 How Marchela Found her Niche within the Digital Nomad Community

    05:15 How Cold Outreach Worked for Marchela

    09:37 The Mindset-Shift Needed to Get Rid of the Cringe in Sales

    13:40 The Impact on Managing Taxes Properly

    15:00 Saving 60k+ on Taxes EACH Year

    18:40 What Do You Love About Accounting?

    22:26 Is this even Legal?

    29:27 How Marchela Got Her First Freelance Client

    31:00 How Coaching Fast-Tracked Marchela's Journey to Fulfill Her Dream to Become a Digital Nomad

    33:42 Should You Invest in a Coach or Mentor?

    39:20 Marchela's Challenge of Finding the Balance of Managing Everything

    42:20 How to Avoid Overworking

    47:19 Would You Start All Over Again?

    51:15 How Long Should You Stay in One Place as a Digital Nomad?

    54:16 Freelance Blueprint - Final Questions

    58:25 Where to Find Out More About Marchela

    59:30 Outro


    Keywords

    taxes, digital nomads, niche, cold outreach, tax residency, legal, coaching program, mentors, freelancing, coaching, mentorship, work-life balance, nomad lifestyle
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    1 hr
  • It’s Not a Lack of Confidence, it's About Being Comfortable | Ricardo Clarke - Presentation Communication Coach

    It’s Not a Lack of Confidence, it's About Being Comfortable | Ricardo Clarke - Presentation Communication Coach
    May 17 2024
    In this conversation, Lisi and Ricardo discuss his journey from being an editor to becoming a communication coach. They touch on topics such as the value of university, the power of networking, and the role of agents in freelancing.Ricardo shares his experiences and insights, highlighting the importance of effective communication and helping others overcome their shyness. Elisabeth talks about the experience of taking masterclasses to improve her communication skills. They talk about the importance of personalised feedback in coaching. They then discuss the role of networking in freelancing and the possibility of skipping the traditional career path.The conversation then shifts to the topic of work-life balance and how to create a work life that works for you. They also touch on the topic of working while traveling and the challenges of freelancing. Finally, they discuss the process of creating videos and the time-consuming nature of editing.The conversation covers topics such as efficiently posting content, becoming confident on camera, how to stay relaxed in front of a camera and to constantly review one's progress.Ricardo also talks about adding a personal touch to content, overcoming self-perception on camera, acting and authenticity in communication, improving communication on Zoom, voice projection and tone.Overall, the conversation explores the process of personal and professional growth and the challenges and rewards of pursuing a new career path. Takeaways Transitioning from one career to another requires self-reflection and a willingness to explore new opportunities.Effective communication is a valuable skill in various professional contexts.Personalized feedback is important for growth and progress in any field.It is possible to skip the traditional career path and find success in freelancing.Working while traveling can offer flexibility but also requires planning and time management.The review process is essential for improving communication skills and identifying areas for growth.Acting and authenticity can coexist in communication, allowing for a more engaging and relatable presence.Improving communication on Zoom involves using voice projection, varying tone, and maintaining eye contact.Embracing personal identity and sharing personal experiences can enhance content and connection with the audience.Balancing filler words and natural conversation can create a more authentic and engaging communication style.Freelance work offers freedom and flexibility, but it requires taking risks and staying focused on long-term goals. Book a call with Ricardo: wearethenow.tv/15mins More about Ricardo instagram.com/consciousricardo linkedin.com/in/ricardoaclarke Support the Freelance Blueprint Podcast Follow the podcastLeave a reviewSign up to the Freelance Blueprint Newsletter https://mailchi.mp/19bd323f0892/sign-up-to-my-newsletterBecome a sponsor (visit freelance-blueprint.com for more information)Join the Freelance Blueprint Discord Channel https://discord.gg/wpYWUqU8Sc Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:42 About Ricardo 02:32 How to get from shy to fly 03:11 From TV editing to becoming a Presentation & Communication Coach 05:24 The "Coach"-label 07:10 How a University Project got Ricardo into Editing 09:50 Experience of Going to University vs. Doing an Online Course 12:42 Why Ricardo Decided to Freelance 17:00 Why Communication? 18:30 Taking Communication Training 22:50 Should I Get an Agent? 24:00 Skipping the Corporate Ladder 28:22 How do You Create a Work Life that Works for You? 31:10 Working in Different Time Zones to Your Colleagues 35:32 Ricardo's Tips to Become more Confident in Front of The Camera 40:50 How 'Acting' Helps with Communication 43:11 Common Mistakes People Make On Camera 44:44 Use Your Volume When You Talk 49:08 Ricardo's Tips for Elisabeth's Communication Style 52:12 It's Okay to Use Filler Words 53:58 Freelance Blueprint: 3 Final Questions 58:54 Where to Find Out More About Ricardo 50:25 Outro
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    1 hr
  • Think like a CEO - How Outsourcing will Grow Your Business | Freelance Web Designer - Kat Irwin

    Think like a CEO - How Outsourcing will Grow Your Business | Freelance Web Designer - Kat Irwin
    May 10 2024

    In this conversation, Kat discusses her journey into UX design and freelancing. She shares her background from studying interior design into transitioning into designing websites and how she ended up in Berlin. Kat also talks about the challenges and imposter syndrome she faced when starting her career. She emphasizes the importance of investing in branding and outsourcing services to save time and improve the quality of her work. Kat highlights the value of coaching and networking in finding clients and growing her business. She talks about how shifting her mindset from “just” being a freelancer to thinking like a CEO has impacted her business. In this conversation, Kat and Lisi discuss the challenges and benefits of hiring virtual assistants, the discomfort of promoting one’s services online, and the balance between selling and genuinely helping. They also explore the importance of building connections within a supportive community, the joy of delivering projects, and the lessons learned from client relationships. Additionally, they share tips for improving communication skills, and the value of newsletters and podcasts for freelancers. Kat emphasizes the freedom and fulfillment of freelancing and expresses gratitude for taking risks and creating a successful business.

    Takeaways

    • Investing in branding and outsourcing services can save time and improve the quality of work.
    • Coaching and networking are valuable for finding clients and growing a business.
    • Transitioning from a freelancer to thinking like a CEO can lead to a more successful and enjoyable business.
    • Investing in oneself and viewing the business as a business rather than just selling time for money can lead to greater success and satisfaction.
    • Finding the balance between selling and helping is crucial for building genuine connections with potential clients.
    • Building a supportive community of like-minded freelancers can provide valuable advice, support, and potential collaborations.
    • Delivering projects and witnessing the impact of your work can be incredibly fulfilling and rewarding as a freelancer.
    • Improving communication skills, such as storytelling and improving how we communicate, can enhance client relationships and overall success.
    • Newsletters and podcasts can be effective tools for building connections, sharing experiences, and providing valuable insights to fellow freelancers.

    You can find out more about Kat below: kat-irwin-design.com instagram.com/kat.irwin.design linkedin.com/in/kat-irwin-design

    Support the Freelance Blueprint Podcast

    1. Follow the podcast
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    3. Sign up to the Freelance Blueprint Newsletter https://mailchi.mp/19bd323f0892/sign-up-to-my-newsletter
    4. Become a sponsor - Visit freelance-blueprint.com for more information
    5. Join the Freelance Blueprint Discord Channel https://discord.gg/wpYWUqU8Sc

    Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:44 About Kat 03:00 From Furniture Design to Web Design 05:38 UX / UI/ Product Design / Web Design labels 10:23 Kat's Reason for Starting Freelancing 13:11 Getting Her First Client 13:58 Fiver and Upwork 15:50 How Kat finds her current Projects 17:52 Kat's Journey of Building a Personal Brand 22:45 Not having to Kiss a Client's A** as a Freelancer 23:28 Shifting to a CEO Mindset 26:21 Mistakes to Avoid when Outsourcing 27:30 Is it Worth it Investing in Coaching? 29:40 Outsourcing Personal Tasks like Instagram DMs 34:56 Ickyness of Selling in DMs 39:50 Creating Opportunities Through uncomfortable Actions 40:12 How to Create Positive Client Relationships 41:40 Tips for People who are Planning to Outsource 42:08 Importance of Contracts and what Clauses to Include 45:24 Kat's Newsletter 47:40 Starting the "Work In Progress" Podcast 49:12 Importance of Great Communication and Tips 51:24 Final Freelance Blueprint Questions 53:12 How to Find Kat Online 53:40 Outro
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