On today's episode, we're welcoming back Amber Kindler to check in and see how her freelance business has evolved and changed over the years! Amber was first on the show over 2 years ago when she transitioned from teaching to freelancing. That episode covers she landed her clients and quadrupled her income . Today, she shares how her freelance business is totally built around her family. Amber is a Director of Marketing and Copywriter, and she works from home with her toddler and baby. She has t...
Aug 21, 2023•35 min
Hey there! Today we've got Chelsea Mellinger back on the podcast, updating us on her business and what it's been like working from home with her five kids. When Chelsea joined LFA, she started her freelancing business as a general VA. Now, Chelsea is a Business Systems & Customer Relations Specialist. She helps business owners set up and maintain the backend systems of their businesses. Chelsea built her business to work from home with her kids and she's built a business that supports her fa...
Aug 14, 2023•32 min
Today, I’m chatting with Rebekah Hebdon, and this episode is jampacked with practical tips and tricks on leveraging your content to market your offers. This is Rebekah’s second appearance on the podcast, and I loved getting to catch up and see how her business has grown over the years. Rebekah shares some expert level tips on how to use your content to market yourself (or your client). One of which is don’t be afraid to promote yourself! She chats about the importance of asking yourself “what do...
Aug 07, 2023•38 min
Hey there! Today, I'm chatting with Megan Schoenleber... again ! Megan joined me on the podcast a little over a year ago to talk about her transition to freelancing and now she's back to give us an update on her business and how she prioritizes her work-life balance. Megan is an Online Business Manager who is passionate about helping online educators and service providers set boundaries, prevent burnout, simplify their daily operations, and create a manageable work-life balance. Tune in to learn...
Jul 31, 2023•36 min
Today, we're chatting with HQMQ's very own Director of Student Success, Taylor Trost, and it's a good one. Taylor built her freelancing business and quickly landed five clients, all while teaching full-time and planning a wedding. It was definitely a busy season for her, but she says she'd do it all over again. Taylor chats about how she found success as a freelancer, how she talked to potential clients with confidence (even though she was a beginner), how she fit client work into her schedule w...
Jul 24, 2023•44 min
Happy Monday! In today's episode, we're talking about how to stop fear from sabotaging your success. First and foremost, fear is totally normal. It's your body's natural response to protect you! Everyone typically has some level of fear around starting a business, taking the next step, or going through any sort of change. The problem with fear is that it has a tendency to hold you back from stepping out of your comfort zone. Fear, whether it's manifested as self-doubt, limiting beliefs, or anxie...
Jul 17, 2023•15 min
Hey there! Today, I am sharing how to land your first client if you can’t afford the LFA yet . This episode is short and sweet but packed full of information. If you’re new around here, the Live Free Academy is your one-stop shop to build your freelance business, find clients, & start working with them in no time! The Live Free Academy includes everything you need to build your business from what service to offer, how to price, where to find clients, legal & tax information, contracts, h...
Jul 10, 2023•12 min
Hey there! On today’s episode, I am chatting with Crystal Silvas. Crystal has a powerful story about how she built her business at home with a baby all while overcoming her own struggles with ADHD and chronic depression. Crystal is a successful business owner, loving mother, and a champion for neurodivergent entrepreneurs. Crystal began her freelancing journey in 2019 as a general VA… and landed her first client within 2 weeks of starting the course! Crystal’s love for problem solving and puzzle...
Jul 03, 2023•55 min
Hey there! Today, I am chatting with Chelsea Johnson. Chelsea is an LFA alum who is sharing about how she surpassed her corporate income as a Virtual Practice Manager for naturopathic doctors. Chelsea is a mom of three and started building her business while she was working full-time and pregnant with her third baby. Chelsea shares how she discovered her niche and uses her degree in health administration as a freelancer. She shares hows she landed her clients and became fully booked out. She eve...
Jun 26, 2023•32 min
Are you wondering if YOU can freelance and be successful at it? If so, this episode is for you. It’s inspired by an email that came into my inbox recently from a mom that had been eyeing the Live Free Academy for months. She was hesitant to enroll because she had tried other things that didn’t pan out and was terrified freelancing would lead to another lost investment. I get this question all of the time - how do you know if YOU can be successful as a freelancer? My short answer is if you want t...
Jun 12, 2023•18 min
Hey there! Happy Monday, and happy summer! On today’s episode, I am chatting with Anna Bradley, an LFA alum, who is sharing about how she pivoted her freelancing business to premium services as a Dubsado specialist. Anna shares about the freedom and flexibility that come with running an online business and how she is even able to work from her favorite travel destination, Italy. She also shares how she got clients as a beginner, how she gained the skills that made her a Dubsado specialist, and h...
Jun 05, 2023•42 min
Hey there! Happy Monday! On today’s episode, I am chatting with Amy Powell. Amy is a LFA alum who is sharing more about her journey to freelancing today. She has an inspiring story of persistence and determination to work in a new environment and have the flexibility and freedom that freelancing provides. I hope you are inspired by Amy’s story! Tune in to hear more! Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn Check out the show notes for more information including links and...
May 29, 2023•44 min
Happy Monday! On today’s episode, I am chatting with Emilee Gisler. Emilee is an LFA alum who joined just 6 months ago during her maternity leave and is fully booked out! She set a goal of not returning to work after her maternity leave and she accomplished it. She shares more about how she was able to surpass her previous income all while working from home! Today you will hear her story on how she did this all with 3 young children at home. Emilee’s story is an inspiring one so be sure to tune ...
May 22, 2023•53 min
Happy Monday! On today’s episode I have LFA alum, Hayley Klees on the podcast to share her story on how she got started and where she is now. Hayley is a former teacher and mom of 2 who got started three years ago. Today, Hayley shares more about her journey to working with TPT sellers so if you are in the education background and wondering if working with TPT sellers is the niche for you, tune in to Hayley’s episode. Even if you aren’t in the education space, this episode provides a lot of valu...
May 15, 2023•40 min
Hey there! On today’s episode, I have Lesley Pyle, founder of HireMyMom.com , a website connecting moms seeking work from home with small businesses seeking virtual professionals. Lesley came on the show today to share tips on getting hired as a freelancer. She has been in this space for over 25 years and has great tips to share and she has truly made a serious impact on my life. In fact, my very first client came from her website. Tune in to hear all of the wisdom that Lesley has to share! Than...
May 08, 2023•52 min
Hey there! I have another WAHM Success Story coming your way this week. On today’s episode, you are going to meet Chelsea. Chelsea is a Live Free Academy alum who joined just 6 months ago and is almost at her full-time income working a fraction of the hours she used to work. Chelsea shares how she started freelancing and how she went the cold pitch route to land clients. Tune in to hear more of Chelsea’s story! Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn Check out the show ...
May 01, 2023•56 min
Happy Monday! I am back with another WAHM Success Story today. On today’s episode, you are going to hear from Britt Jackson as she shares her journey to freelancing as a single mom. Britt is the owner of Georgia Creative which is a consulting agency for admin and operations for business coaches. Britt shares her journey from starting as a Virtual Assistant in 2015 to where she is now. This episode is a great one if you are a single mom and want to learn more about how to make this work for you t...
Apr 24, 2023•48 min
We are doing back to back success story episodes this month in honor of our spring sale that is live TODAY! (Check out www.micalaquinn.com/academy for all of the details!) On today’s episode, I am chatting with Kelsie Trujillo. Kelsie is a busy WAHM as a mom of 3 boys 3 and under! She shares her journey to freelancing and how she almost gave up on freelancing completely and then turned around and landed four retainer clients! I hope Kelsie’s story is inspiring to you if you are on the fence abou...
Apr 17, 2023•33 min
Hey there! Happy Monday! On today’s episode, I have Becca Hoover on the podcast. Becca shares her journey from former teacher to social media manager. She shares more about how she built her business while raising her family and working full-time (and even while on maternity leave with baby #2!) If you are wondering how to juggle building a business, working full-time, and being a mama, this episode is for you! Sign up for the text alerts so that information about the promotion on the Live Free ...
Apr 10, 2023•46 min
Hey there! On today’s episode I am sharing different work from home businesses that are possible to make money online. I share with you why I believe freelancing is the best option and the best way to meet your income goals. Tune in to hear why! Also, stay tuned until the end of the episode for a special announcement! Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn Check out the show notes for more information including links and resources mentioned in today's episode! SHOW NOT...
Apr 03, 2023•27 min
Hey there! On today’s episode, I am joined by Ashley Greer. Ashley is sharing more about how she made freelancing work for her as a full-time RV traveling mom and homeschooling mom. She shares more about her story to freelancing, navigating grief while building a business, and what her days look like traveling the country with her daughter and husband while running her freelancing business! Tune in to hear more! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn Thanks for listening! Check out the show...
Mar 27, 2023•40 min•Ep. 246
On today’s quick freelance questions episode, I am sharing more with you about how to handle client calls with kids at home. I also talk about the different schedules you can have as a freelancing work from home mom and how the great thing about freelancing is that you don’t have to work traditional hours. You can make your schedule work for you and your family. Tune in to hear more! Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn Check out the show notes for more information i...
Mar 20, 2023•21 min•Ep. 245
Have you tried the Facebook group route to landing freelance clients? On today’s episode, I am sharing with you exactly how to land clients via Facebook groups. I believe Facebook groups are a great way to land freelance clients. Tune in to hear more! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode244
Mar 13, 2023•18 min•Ep. 244
Happy Monday! On today’s episode, I am sharing with you the ways to protect yourself from scams in the online space. If you are a freelancer who is worried about getting scammed, this episode is for you! Check out my new template shop where you can find all of the templates to help you get started with freelancing. Check it out here: www.micalaquinn.com/shop Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode243...
Mar 06, 2023•16 min•Ep. 243
On today’s episode, I am breaking down the strategy for going the “Cold Pitch” (direct outreach) route. I am sharing with you more about how to do this effectively so that you can actually land clients using this technique. Tune in to hear more! Thanks for listening! Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in today’s episode! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn SHOW NOTES: Episode 242 Show Notes ***There is now a 12 month payment plan for the Live Free Aca...
Feb 27, 2023•24 min•Ep. 242
Hey there! On today’s episode, you are going to hear from Allison Nitch. Allison shares how she was a teacher for 18 years and wanted to be home but never could find something that worked for her — until she found freelancing. She shares her journey to starting her freelance business, deciding to niche into podcast management, and ultimately to where she is nearly one year in to freelancing. Allison’s story is an inspiring one that you are going to want to take a listen to! Thanks for listening!...
Feb 20, 2023•42 min
Hey there! On today’s Quick Freelance Question episode, I am sharing more with you about how long your responses should be for freelance job applications. Tune in to hear more about this plus check out my announcement about my template shop opening! Thanks for listening! Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in today’s episode! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn Check out my live workshop happening TODAY (February 13) at 12 PM CST about how to get start...
Feb 13, 2023•13 min
On today’s episode, I am sharing more information about how to talk to traditional business owners about hiring freelancers. This is a continuation of the last episode in the “Land more freelance clients” series, so be sure to check out part 1! Landing freelance opportunities with traditional businesses/local brick and mortar businesses is a huge opportunity! Be sure to tune in to today’s episode to hear more! Thanks for listening! Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources me...
Feb 06, 2023•30 min•Ep. 239
Hey there! On today’s episode, I am joined by Brittany Hageman. Brittany joined my course back in July of 2018 - almost 5 years ago! Brittany shares how her journey started, where she is now as a social media manager, and how she now makes DOUBLE what she made as an Occupational Therapist with flexible hours! If you have wondered if freelancing is something that can work for you long-term, tune in to today’s episode to hear Brittany’s story! Thanks for listening! Check out the show notes (link b...
Jan 30, 2023•50 min•Ep. 238
I’m excited to start a new series called "Quick Freelance Questions". In this series, I am answering questions I get asked often! On today’s episode I am answering the question: Do I need to have an active social media presence to land clients? Tune in to today’s episode to hear the reasons why I don’t believe you need to have an active social media to land freelance clients. Thanks for listening! Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in today’s episode! Connect...
Jan 23, 2023•10 min•Ep. 237
