In this episode, I talk about the power of referrals in finding new clients as a freelancer and why they’re the easiest way to get new clients. I emphasize how referrals build on trust, making them golden opportunities for freelancers.  I also offer tips on how to ask for client referrals without sounding pushy and a personal story about how a casual "Zoom meeting" led me to a new virtual assistant client.  And finally, a reminder to ask for client referrals regularly, not just when business is slow. The episode is packed with practical advice and a lighthearted touch, encouraging ..read more

In this episode of The Freelancer's Mic, give the mic to Joana, a Freelance Content Strategist.  Joana shares insights on creating compelling content and effective content strategies that resonate with audiences. Tune in to learn how Joana's passion for marketing and helping others succeed has shaped her unique perspective in the freelance world. Timestamp [00:00:35] Crafting unique content strategies. [00:04:58] Content strategy and research. [00:09:01] Repurposing existing content. [00:14:51] Content strategy and uniqueness. [00:18:20] How to get clients. [00:23:06] Confidence ..read more

In this episode of the Freelancers Mic, we give the mic to Sriya Peruka, a social media manager, an entrepreneur, and the host of the WEE Podcast. We discussed about social media engagement and what it takes to be successful in the industry. Sriya shares her experiences starting her social media agency at a young age and the lessons she has learned along the way. She emphasizes the importance of learning before starting to work with clients and providing value to them. We then shifted the conversation to social media algorithms and how to maintain consistent engagement and reach.  Tun ..read more

In the latest episode of The Freelancer's Mic, I had the pleasure of hosting John Munn, a productivity coach and consultant from Zero Smart. John shared his journey from running multiple businesses to discovering the importance of working smarter, not harder. He now specializes in helping entrepreneurs significantly reduce their work hours while increasing their income. John's insights were nothing short of transformative. He emphasized the importance of tracking time to understand where our efforts are best spent. For those looking to connect with John, he's open to questions and can be re ..read more

In today's podcast episode of The Freelancer's Mic, we give the mic to the Super Amazing Thierry Oliva, a special Education Teacher, food blogger, and grill culture expert. Thierry shares his thoughts on artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on content creation. He believes that AI should be seen as an opportunity rather than an enemy. While AI can assist with certain tasks, Thierry emphasizes the importance of human input and creativity in content creation. 7:32-8:02] I think AI should be seen as an opportunity, not as an enemy. It's a tool that can assist us in our work. 12:45-13:15 ..read more

In this episode of The Freelancer's Mic, we give the Mic to Behdad or Bee, the founder of CJAM Marketing, a marketing agency broker that connects businesses with the right marketing partners. We discussed the impact of AI on copywriting and marketing and Bee highlighted the importance of specialized skills. He also shared insights on starting a marketing agency and the value of email marketing. We also talked about the importance of contracts for freelancers, building relationships, and the role of SEO. Bee also emphasized on the need for human expertise in AI-generated content and offered ..read more

Our guest is Conrad De Vries. He is a Podcaster, Author, and Informational content consultant to ministries and content creators. Also, he is a media production specialist. Conrad shares with us about how you can get into the Christian niche.Support the show ..read more

In today's episode of The Freelancer's Mic episode, we give the mic to John Gitahi, a Kenyan affiliate Marketer. John runs several online ventures. He has worked online for over 5 years and is a passionate affiliate marketer. He is also one of the founders of Kenya Online College where he uses his expertise to help Kenyans learn how to make money online. Apart from that John Gitahi is a mentor to upcoming digital marketers too. Join us for an in-depth conversation with this super talented affiliate marketing pro, as he reveals the secrets of affiliate marketing success. From selling multi ..read more

In today's episode of The Freelancer's Mic, we give the microphone to the CEO of Lemon Angels, Paul Easton. We talk about why you should not target everyone. Tune in to discover how to keep client relationships and gain credibility. Find him on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauleastonnz/Support the show ..read more

Introduction to The Freelancer's Mic Podcast Host: Hi guys, my name is Ludiah Mong'are, and welcome to the first episode of The Freelancer's Mic where we have conversations with creatives. Now, it's all about freelancers getting the mic and sharing their experiences. Meet the Host Ludiah Mong'are: Oh, let me introduce myself. I am a Kenyan Virtual Assistant, and I've been a VA for the last 7 years. The Reality of Freelancing Working from home is perceived as a dream job by many, but let's be honest, it's not all pajamas and Netflix (although that's definitely part of it!). You see, it's n ..read more