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  • 20. Harvey Morton - Putting yourself forward

    20. Harvey Morton - Putting yourself forward
    2024/07/16
    Welcome back! This week, we're talking to Harvey Morton. Harvey is a freelancer who specialises in the entertainment industry, with a reputation for being a fantastic social media manager. He's adept and bright, honest and very inspiring to talk to. Lucky us! This episode's for you if you: Struggle to put yourself 'out there' or apply for grants, competitions and wider press opportunitiesNeed to overcome confidence in yourselfHarvey's story is incredibly inspiring, he's also a regular on...
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    30 分
  • 19. Phil Shorland - Finding your inspiration and voice

    19. Phil Shorland - Finding your inspiration and voice
    2024/07/08
    Welcome back! This week is an episode I couldn't wait to share. We've got Phil Shorland, better known as Content with Phil, talking about the moment he decided to go freelance. That origin moment for Phil was an advert, with words so chilled, so friendly, it inspired him to leave teaching for good.Phil also talks about how he built a network online, lessons learned in the first year of freelancing and how he's continually improving and evolving what he does.This one's for you if you're intere...
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    28 分
  • 18. Giada Nizzoli - Getting clarity on what makes you unique

    18. Giada Nizzoli - Getting clarity on what makes you unique
    2024/06/19
    Hello again! This week, the lovely Giada Nizzoli, of Crafty Copy, is on the podcast.Giada is a former generalist copywriter, who with the right support and a dose of confidence, pivoted her business into brand messaging. Giada started charging for things she enjoyed so much, she'd previously done them for free.This episode is for you if you're interested in:Prioritising what you're best atCharging for every part of your servicesFinding the true value in your business"Change feels uncomfortabl...
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    25 分
  • 17. Ayo Abbas - Pick a niche and stick to it

    17. Ayo Abbas - Pick a niche and stick to it
    2024/06/12
    Welcome back, this week we're talking to Ayo Abbas. Ayo is a built environment specialist, with a marketing agency that works with a very particular target audience.She talks about how she set up her business, worked on making a name for herself within a niche, and how to thrive in a more 'traditional' sector.This episode is for you if you're interested in:Being strategic about how you grow your businessChoosing a vertical that inspires you, and sticking to itDeciding carefully who to work wi...
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    27 分
  • 16. Mark Masters - Routine, practice and community growth

    16. Mark Masters - Routine, practice and community growth
    2024/06/04
    Hello again! This week we've got Mark Masters, founder of You Are The Media. Mark's enthusiasm, willingness to try anything and all-round inclusive spirit is infectious. He's a ball of energy, telling the story of how he spent 10 years growing a newsletter into a giant freelancer community.This episode is great if you want to:Learn how deliberate practice can lead to rapid growthUnderstand how mistakes and pitfalls often help you create a businessBuild a community of like-minded creativesMark...
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    24 分
  • 15. Robin Waite - Getting 1500 leads from a single partnership

    15. Robin Waite - Getting 1500 leads from a single partnership
    2024/05/28
    Welcome back to Niche Upon A Star! Let's get bonkers. This week it's Fearless Business coach Robin Waite. Robin is a super-successful business coach who achieves mind-boggling results. He's number one on Google for 'business coach,' he runs a six-figure business and has another six-figure side hustle. Before you think 'Wait a minute, this all sounds a bit hustle-bro for me, mate' remember that Robin is a dad, a freelancer who suffers from anxiety and is a lovely person underneath al...
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    26 分
  • 14. Emmelie Coulson - Fear and putting your prices up

    14. Emmelie Coulson - Fear and putting your prices up
    2024/05/13
    Welcome back to Niche Upon A Star!This week we've got the lovely brand designer and illustrator, Emmelie Coulson.Emmelie is known for her bright, bold designs, all-singing social media presence and sold-out networking events in Glasgow. But behind all this marvellous confidence, is a person who has to work hard to overcome imposter syndrome and anxiety. Me too, pal.This episode is one for the introverts among us. Emmelie talks about:- Self-confidence and self-belief- Charging the right price,...
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    21 分
  • 13. Jo Watson - Dealing with trolls and bumps in the road

    13. Jo Watson - Dealing with trolls and bumps in the road
    2024/04/30
    It's Jo Watson, everyone! Another one of my heroes ticked off. Jo is known for her pithy tone of voice, she's a hilarious copywriter with a big online following. And this episode didn't disappoint:Dealing with trollsJo goes into depth on how she's tackling internet criticism, and (like Jo would do) she's turning it into gold. Her clever replies are winning her:- Fans who admire her standpoint- Clients who like her sense of humourAnd as a mum, she's standing up for women everywhere. What a leg...
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    35 分