In this episode of the Freelance Unlocked podcast, Haley dives into the essentials of building a six-figure support system for freelancers and solopreneurs. She shares her journey from being a freelancer to running a successful SEO agency, emphasizing the importance of hiring support early on. Haley covers various types of support, including personal assistants, virtual assistants, business coaches, and subcontractors, and explains how investing in these resources can help you grow your business and increase profitability. In this episode: 03:21 What having a support system means 10:21 Do you need a business coach at the beginning of your freelance journey? 19:51 Getting your time back by hiring a personal assistant 25:32 Providing more value to clients with virtual assistants 34:50 Gaining more freedom by outsourcing client work to subcontractors Resources mentioned: Coaching: @commitaction @hello7co Overseas Virtual assistants: @ripplevas_official (agency model) or onlinejobs.ph/ (to hire independent individuals) US-based virtual assistants: https://www.peachtreeva.com/  Hiring freelancers/sub-contractors: message Haley on Instagram and we can share your job posting with the Freelance Unlocked community 😊 Connect with Haley + the Freelance Unlocked community:  ⁠⁠Follow Haley on Instagram⁠⁠ for freelance tips and advice 📲  ⁠⁠Join the FREE freelance mindset reset⁠⁠, a 5-day audio program to help you strengthen your mindset and take action 🧠 ✨

In this episode, Haley is going to teach you how to overcome any fear by running *towards* it. Whether it’s learning to salsa dance or pitching your dream client, it all requires that we get comfortable with being UNcomfortable.  Haley will walk you through the 4 steps everyone can take to overcome your freelancing fears:  Acknowledge your fears, then take baby steps  Don’t expect the embarrassment to not be there - learn to laugh through it Understand your limits and give yourself time  Constantly remind yourself of where you’re going (and visualize the outcome you desire) Connect with Haley + the Freelance Unlocked community:  ⁠Follow Haley on Instagram⁠ for freelance tips and advice 📲 Register for Freelancing 101 LIVE on May 28! 🙌 ⁠Join the FREE freelance mindset reset⁠, a 5-day audio program to help you strengthen your mindset and take action 🧠 ✨ Outro music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/aylex/wanderer License code: 3XJR8FEMJYIUP65S

In this episode of the Freelance Unlocked Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Mary Seid about a topic very close to my heart: boundaries! We all know how tough it can be to set and maintain boundaries with clients, and Mary taught me so much during this super insightful (and fun) conversation.  Mary also shared some great advice for freelancers with agency backgrounds, including how she was able to keep freelancing with her agency even after leaving her full-time job there.  You won't want to miss Mary's awesome tips and advice for aspiring freelancers and business owners. I hope you love this episode as much as I do!  In this episode: 01:20 Mary's freelancing story and how it helped her create more work-life balance as a mom  2:30 The importance of networking and support for freelancers 07:47 Advice for overcoming fear and anxiety when transitioning to freelancing 12:59 The importance of clear communication in setting and maintaining boundaries 16:35 Embracing risk and change when pursuing freelancing 30:09 The importance of asking questions and understanding client needs to set clear expectations About Mary Seid: Mary has over 17 years of marketing experience in the agency world and as a freelancer. She specializes in developing integrated marketing plans and establishing and nurturing client relationships. Now that she is fully freelance, she’s also launching Hera Wellbeing, a business dedicated to supporting working moms. You can connect with Mary on Linkedin here.  Connect with Haley + the Freelance Unlocked community:  ⁠Follow Haley on Instagram⁠ for freelance tips and advice 📲  ⁠Join the FREE freelance mindset reset⁠, a 5-day audio program to help you strengthen your mindset and take action 🧠 ✨

In this episode of the Freelance Unlocked Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with David Ebner, the author and founder of Content Workshop. If you want to learn more about working with agencies (especially content agencies) as a freelancer, you won't want to miss David's awesome tips and advice for freelancers at every stage of their journey. In this episode: 02:00 David's freelance journey and how he started Content workshop 07:06 Why you don't need to earn $30K/month + other freelance myths 13:31 How to be intentional in the way you grow your freelance business 21:46 Common mistakes people make when applying for freelance agency jobs 27:41 The importance of following up during the hiring process 35:45 The benefits of working with agencies vs. directly with clients About David J. Ebner: David J. Ebner is an Author and the President of Content Workshop. In 2013, he assembled a co-op of freelance writers whose sole purpose was to use their storytelling skills to help brands. David spends most of his time running Content Workshop and helping freelancers find a path to the lifestyle they want. David’s team is always looking for talented and creative writers to join Content Workshop. Connect with him directly on LinkedIn or through contentworkshop.com to apply. Connect with Haley + the Freelance Unlocked community: Follow Haley on Instagram for freelance tips and advice 📲 Join the FREE freelance mindset reset, a 5-day audio program to help you strengthen your mindset and take action 🧠 ✨

In this episode of the Freelance Unlocked podcast, Haley discusses the reasons you might be struggling to turn leads into paying freelance clients—and how to fix it. If you're getting ghosted on the regular or just can't seem to close the deal no matter what you do, this is for you! In this episode: The most common mistakes freelancers make when trying to pursue and close clients Changes anyone can make to close more freelance clients How to find "product-market-fit" as a freelancer (and spend less time talking to the wrong clients) Mindset shifts to help you overcome rejection and keep taking action Connect with Freelance Unlocked ⬇️ ⁠Follow Haley on Instagram⁠ for freelance tips and advice 📲 Sign up for ⁠Freelance Unlocked: Foundations⁠—a 6-part video program and user-friendly toolkit built to help you start earning REAL money as a freelancer 💸 💻 ⁠Join the FREE freelance mindset reset⁠, a 5-day audio program to help you strengthen your mindset and take action 🧠 ✨ Freelance Unlocked is a podcast and community designed to help freelance marketers and creatives thrive. Created by ⁠Haley Davidson⁠.

It's officially 2024, and if freelancing is feeling scary, overwhelming, or just plain frustrating—this episode is for you. Freelancing is like driving, and just like you learned to drive when you were 16 (or in my case, 21...), you can learn to freelance. It just takes time to develop the skills you need for success! ⁠Join our email list to get notified about new episodes⁠ 💌 --- Connect with Freelance Unlocked ⬇️ Follow Haley on Instagram for freelance tips and advice 📲 Sign up for Freelance Unlocked: Foundations—a 6-part video program and user-friendly toolkit built to help you start earning REAL money as a freelancer 💸 💻 Join the FREE freelance mindset reset, a 5-day audio program to help you strengthen your mindset and take action 🧠 ✨ Freelance Unlocked is a podcast and community designed to help freelance marketers and creatives thrive. Created by Haley Davidson.

Sign up for the FREE Freelance Mindset Reset⁠! ✨ 🧠 In this episode of the Freelance Unlocked Podcast, Haley discusses: The truth about whether NOW is a good time to start freelancing (and if the economy is affecting the demand for freelancers) Strategies for building stability, protecting yourself, and getting consistent work, no matter the state of the economy. The answer to the question, "should I lower my rates?" How to elevate your value as a freelancer so you can charge premium prices, in ANY economy Sources mentioned: Neil Patel marketer survey CNBC: the demand for freelance graphic designers Future Workforce Report by Upwork ⁠⁠Join our email list and get notified about new episodes ⁠⁠📧 Plus, make sure to follow us on Instagram!

Sign up for the FREE Freelance Mindset Reset! ✨ 🧠 Why do so many people resist their desire to do something different? To successfully freelance, you must own your what you want—and be brave enough to ask for it. Maybe that's $100K/year while working 20 hours per week. It sounds crazy...but it's actually possible (I did it in less than 2 years). In this podcast episode, Haley Davidson discusses the importance of honoring your desires and finally getting started with freelancing. She emphasizes the need to put yourself first and overcome limiting beliefs and society's programming. She also highlights the benefits of therapy and finding a supportive community of like-minded individuals as ways to own your desires and start taking actions. ⁠Join our email list and get notified about new episodes ⁠📧

Do you really need a niche, or are you procrastinating?  In this episode, I discuss: Why you don't really need a niche as a new freelancer What to do instead of niching down  Why freelancing is different than other types of businesses  How your niche will NATURALLY develop over time Let's connect!  Join the Freelance Unlocked waitlist Access the Freelancer Freebie Library My website: https://haleygdavidson.com/ My agency: https://www.gaiacontent.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haleygdavidson/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/haleygdavidson

In episode 7 of the Disrupt podcast, we’ll cover:  The REAL reason you’re not earning more as a freelancer Why thinking like an employee is killing your earning potential  How to take the LEAD in a discovery call  The difference between selling your skills vs. solutions  Get in touch:  Website: https://haleygdavidson.com/ My Agency: https://www.gaiacontent.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haleygdavidson/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/haleygdavidson