Freelance Writing Coach

Kaleigh Moore and Emma Siemasko

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Kaleigh Moore and Emma Siemasko have long shared a dream: to build the world’s most fulfilling freelance writing businesses. Over the past 6 years, the two friends have become successful freelance writers, finding new clients (hello Salesforce + Vogue Business); refining their service offerings; building six-figure businesses; and ultimately, creating their dream careers. Now, they’re sharing everything they know and discussing what they’ve yet to find out. Why? Because they know you can build a great freelance writing business, too. But first, you gotta get real. On Freelance Writing Coach, Kaleigh and Emma discuss all things related to building a successful freelance writing business. Topics include things like client boundaries, digital products, rates, proposals, loneliness, and much more. Their promise? To tell it like it is.

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Should you get business insurance? Maybe?

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07/04/22 • 15 min

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This episode needs a disclaimer which is that we are not lawyers. However, someone told us to get business insurance so we looked into it. In this episode, we discuss business insurance. One of us has it and one of us doesn’t. The person who doesn’t was unlikely convinced by this episode. Basically, talk to an insurance agent. But if you’re looking for a brief overview of what two experienced freelancers know about business insurance, listen in.

07/04/22 • 15 min

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Our freelance desk and office setups: our go-to tools that keep us comfy and productive

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06/20/22 • 30 min

Kaleigh got a new L-shaped desk. Emma’s is vintage. Kaleigh works in an office. Emma works in the corner of her bedroom (thanks California real estate + COVID). In this episode, we’re sharing our freelance desk and office setups. You’re going to hear about a zen-like place and a corner of chaos. By the end of this episode, you’ll want one of our desks and not the other’s... ;-)

06/20/22 • 30 min

How to juggle the many demands of being alive

Freelance Writing Coach

05/16/22 • 26 min

A listener asked us how we juggle the daily demands of our lives and careers: how do we eat nutritious meals? How do we make sure we get outside every day? How do we make the most of the flexibility that freelancing has to offer? Well, it’s a work in progress for both of us. We’re far from perfect, but we have been freelancing for a long time and have some ideas. In this episode, Emma confesses to just how long she went without renewing her car’s registration. This episode references the “Wheel of Life” exercise which can be found at this link: https://storiesby.us/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Wheel-of-Life-Reflection-Exercise-1.pdf

05/16/22 • 26 min

Using LinkedIn as a freelance writer

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06/06/22 • 21 min

Neither of us are LinkedIn masters, but we’ve seen freelancers get massive amounts of value from the platform. In this episode, we discuss how we approach LinkedIn and how we’ve seen others leverage it. We call out Michal Eisikowitz and Leah Neaderthal who are both doing awesome things with the platform. If you’re interested in how freelance writers are using LinkedIn, give this one a listen.

06/06/22 • 21 min

Longterm clients, retainers, one-off projects: Which mix is right for you?

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05/30/22 • 24 min

Some freelancers work with one or two longterm clients while others do a series of one-offs. It can depend on the type of work you do, but it can also depend on what you like and what matters to you. In this episode, we discuss the pros and cons of longterm clients, retainers, and one-off projects. There’s no perfect mix, but there’s probably a right(ish) mix for you.

05/30/22 • 24 min

Everything client boundaries! Creating them and upholding them

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05/23/22 • 25 min

Are your clients texting you in the middle of the night? Do they expect instant responses on Slack? Do they want you to deliver a draft within 24 hours or hop on a call right now? AHHHH. You became a freelancer so you wouldn’t be beholden to a boss, but it feels like your clients are owning you. We know the feeling, and it’s one that can be solved with good boundaries. In this episode, we cover everything client boundaries. We discuss how to create them and uphold them so you can take back control of your business (and your life!).

05/23/22 • 25 min

“What would I charge for this?”: Getting real about the $$$ we’d charge

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06/13/22 • 28 min

WE ARE GETTING REAL ABOUT WHAT WE CHARGE FOR CERTAIN ASSETS. In this episode we share what we think are reasonable rates for blog articles, case studies, websites, and more. We thought we’d be able to share numbers WITHOUT explaining the nuance but couldn’t really do that. There is always nuance when it comes to pricing. If you’re wondering if you’re totally off base with your rates, give this a listen.

06/13/22 • 28 min

How to get off Upwork, Fiverr, and other freelance platforms

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05/09/22 • 23 min

There’s nothing wrong with starting your freelance career on Upwork, Fiverr, or another platform. In fact, we know many successful freelance who did (and still do!) gain a lot from these marketplaces. But what do you lose when you continue to rely on these platforms to get work? Freelancers often tell us they want to get “off platform” but aren’t sure where to start. In this episode, we discuss the pros and cons of these platforms, why it might make sense to get off, and some strategies on how to move away from them.

05/09/22 • 23 min

How to write about something you know nothing about

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03/07/22 • 19 min

Both of us write about fairly technical topics we once knew nothing about. But now, we’re experts. In this episode, we talk about our strategies for understanding a topic when we’re out of our league. This will be particularly helpful for those who write about topics they haven’t encountered before.

03/07/22 • 19 min

Speaking gigs: Their place in your freelance career

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06/27/22 • 24 min

Both of us have done our fair share of speaking gigs throughout our freelance careers. Speaking is a great way to share your authority and meet new people. At some point in your business, you may want to start booking speaking gigs so you can share your knowledge with the world. In this episode, we discuss how to start small and what to keep in mind as you embrace speaking. Emma also shares a comedic and bizarre tip for getting people into your talks.

06/27/22 • 24 min

FAQ

How many episodes does Freelance Writing Coach have?

Freelance Writing Coach currently has 71 episodes available.

What topics does Freelance Writing Coach cover?

The podcast is about Freelancing, Entrepreneurship, How To, Podcasts, Education and Business.

What is the most popular episode on Freelance Writing Coach?

The episode title 'Should you get business insurance? Maybe?' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Freelance Writing Coach?

The average episode length on Freelance Writing Coach is 24 minutes.

How often are episodes of Freelance Writing Coach released?

Episodes of Freelance Writing Coach are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Freelance Writing Coach?

The first episode of Freelance Writing Coach was released on Feb 4, 2021.

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