What do you do when the work that used to “just come in” suddenly… doesn’t?
After nearly a decade of steady referrals, freelance brand copywriter Mark Grainger hit a quieter spell - and had to rethink how he found clients, positioned himself, and showed up online.
In this episode, we talk about getting proactive when freelancing goes quiet. From rebranding and niching, to experimenting with outreach and leaning on community.
Read MoreLaura Viola Maccarone has spent nearly two decades building a design career on her own terms. In this episode, Laura shares how a brutal freelance interview became the catalyst for creating Rizbee Studio and a huge change in her business.
We hear How niching transformed her business, and why relationship-led networking - not selling - has driven consistent growth... and friendships.
Read MoreCold emailing. Cold calling. Can send chills down the back of a freelancer. In this short episode, Steve reflects on conversations with freelancers from the Being Freelance podcast who have used cold outreach in all sorts of ways. With success.
Done thoughtfully and consistently, it’s often the thing that can get a freelance business moving - especially when work feels quiet.
Read MoreKatie Chappell is a freelance live illustrator whose business took off fast - especially during the pandemic. At one point, she scaled into an agency-style setup with staff and illustrators working around the world. On paper, it looked like success. In reality, it nearly broke her.
Such a fun, fascinating chat, from drowning in emails to riding The Good Ship Illustration.
Read MoreEveryone talks about planning at the start of the year - but how do freelancers actually keep it up when client work kicks in? In this short episode, Steve reflects on conversations with the most strategically minded guests from the Being Freelance podcast, exploring simple, repeatable ways to regularly check in on your business throughout the year.
Read MoreOverworked as an in-house designer, Itzel turned to Instagram as a creative outlet and visual diary.
Not realising it would soon turn her days into a colourful freelance business. Rooted in her Mexican culture, she’s built a joyful career that reflects her style, values and personality.
Katie shares how being intentional - with her time, energy, and choices - helped her build a freelance life that truly fits. We loved her book 'Do Penguins Eat Peaches' in the Being Freelance Community. You'll love hearing her freelancing story.
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