289. Is the freelance market saturated?

Hey there, and happy Monday! On today’s episode, LFA alum, Miranda Doyle, is on and she’s reflecting on how her freelancing business has grown and changed over the last three years. Miranda's freelancing business started with her doing some general VA work, quickly shifting into social media management, and then evolving into project work and web design. Miranda openly shares some challenges she faced by niching down quickly to one-off web design clients. She struggled with the lack of consistency in project work and doubt crept in big time. In today's episode, Miranda shares how she has since shifted her business to better meet her family’s needs – she prefers a combination of retainer clients and project work clients, which allows her to adjust her schedule and revenue according to her needs.Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode291Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn***There is now a 12 month payment plan for the Live Free Academy! You can get started today for just $147! Head over to go.micalaquinn.com for more details and to sign up!***

Hey there!I am so excited to share today's episode with you! I’m chatting with Hayley Lame about how she quit her job as a school counselor, launched a freelance career, and plans to homeschool her kids. If you're a mom looking to make a similar leap, this episode is sure to bring you some encouragement. Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode290Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn***There is now a 12 month payment plan for the Live Free Academy! You can get started today for just $147! Head over to go.micalaquinn.com for more details and to sign up!***

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 in today’s episode and talk you through the benefits of being a part of a growing freelance market.Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode289Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn

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 your business should complement your life, not dictate it.Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode288Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn

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!However, it led us into a discussion about how I would approach the subject with a simple shift. Tune in to learn a quick tip that you can implement today on how to fill up your schedule with more client work and gain valuable referrals for your business!Check out the show notes for more information, including links and resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode287Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn

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 way. I tweaked and perfected the actions I was taking to land clients, and I’m excited to share what I learned with you today.Check out the show notes for more information, including links and resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode286Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn

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 more about Full Scope Freelancer and how it can support you and your business! If you're ready to jump on board, sign up using my affiliate link fullscopefreelancer.com/micala. You’ll get access to all Full Scope Freelancer has to offer (plus the Live Free Academy templates loaded in there and easily accessible)!Check out the show notes for more information, including links and resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode285Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn

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 her clients, the kinds of tasks she does for her clients, and where she fits client work into her busy schedule. Check out the show notes for more information, including links and resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode284Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn***There is now a 12 month payment plan for the Live Free Academy! You can get started today for just $147! Head over to go.micalaquinn.com for more details and to sign up!***

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 and online communities. With their background and experience, they both offer a unique perspective on how bloggers can utilize freelancers in their blogging business. They discuss the specific tasks bloggers might need help with, the characteristics and qualities bloggers are looking for when hiring a freelancer, and where and how to connect with bloggers. Check out the show notes for more information including links and resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode283Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn***There is now a 12 month payment plan for the Live Free Academy! You can get started today for just $147! Head over to go.micalaquinn.com for more details and to sign up!***

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 freelancing career as a virtual assistant.Kristi shares insights into how she managed to kickstart her freelancing business while juggling the demands of homesteading.Check out the show notes for more information including links and resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode282Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn***There is now a 12 month payment plan for the Live Free Academy! You can get started today for just $147! Head over to go.micalaquinn.com for more details and to sign up!***