Freelance Corner is the only expert-led podcast for the UK's freelance community. Every fortnight, join hosts Orla and Ben as they quiz an expert on an issue that affects you, with the goal of answering an important question. Each episode features candid conversations with inspiring freelancers who share their story with us, insider tips and valuable advice for you in your own freelancing career. Head to freelancecorner.co.uk (http://freelancecorner.co.uk/) for more news, advice and support ...
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S4 Ep8: How to use social media and market yourself online as a freelancer
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Are you wondering how you can beat the competition and use social media to grow new opportunities as a freelancer? In our final episode of the series, Orla and Ben catch up with IPSE Ambassador and seasoned social media consultant Luan Wise, to find out how you can spread the word about your freelance business online and use strategy to win a follo…
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S4 Ep7: How can you become a freelance journalist?
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Do you love writing? Want to turn your passion into a freelance career but not sure where to start? This week Orla and Ben are joined by award-winning journalist Donna Ferguson. We hear about her journey into the world of journalism, Donna shares advice for how you can start a career as a freelance journalist and we discuss the landscape of the ind…
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S4 Ep6: How to find your niche and win work as a freelancer
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We hear about how vital it is to find your niche a lot in the world of freelancing, but how can you find out what yours is? This week Orla and Ben are joined by author and serial entrepreneur Alison Grade. She shares her top tips for sending the ultimate cold email pitch, actionable ways you can win clients and ultimately win work. Alison uses her …
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S4 Ep5: How to start freelancing and the power of community
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Have you always wondered ‘what if’ you went freelance? You have a great idea, but you’re not sure what practical steps you should take to get started with going freelance? If your answer is 'yes' then this is the episode for you. This week Orla and Ben speak with digital marketing expert Lou Nylander and we find out how she went from working the tr…
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S4 Ep4: How are work patterns changing?
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This week Orla and Ben speak with entrepreneur Lizzie Penny and discuss how work patterns are changing. We explore the concept of the 9-5, dissect productivity and find out how you can make your schedule, lifestyle and ultimately - workstyle, cater to you and your wellbeing as a freelancer. Lizzie is an entrepreneur and a campaigner for ‘workstyle’…
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S4 Ep3: Unpacking neurodiversity and mental health as a freelancer
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In this week’s episode, Orla and Ben are joined by Laura Wallis, a freelance writer and speaker with expertise in women's healthcare, neurodiversity, and mental health. We find out how her passion took her from working on contracts with the NHS to setting up the organisation ‘Debating Mental Health’ which delivered speech and debate coaching to you…
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Every fortnight, join hosts Orla and Ben as they quiz an expert on an issue that affects you, with the goal of answering an important question. Each episode features candid conversations with inspiring freelancers who share their story with us, insider tips and valuable advice for you in your own freelancing career. Submit a question you would like…
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S4 Ep2: Social impact and how awards can help freelancers
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Freelance Corner is the podcast for the UK's freelance community. Every fortnight, join hosts Orla and Ben as they quiz an expert on an issue that affects you, with the goal of answering an important question. Is there a question you would like us to answer? Email content@freelancecorner.co.uk to have your question answered. Jaime Gill is an award-…
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S4 Ep1: How to achieve work-life balance as a freelancer
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Every fortnight, join hosts Orla and Ben as they quiz an expert on an issue that affects you, with the goal of answering an important question. Is there a question you would like us to answer? Email content@freelancecorner.co.uk to have your question answered. This week, Orla and Ben caught up with IPSE member Katy Carlisle, otherwise known as the …
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Freelance Corner is the podcast for the UK's freelance community. Each episode, our hosts quiz an expert with the aim of answering a question sent in by our listeners. Is there a question you would like us to answer? Email content@freelancecorner.co.uk to have your question answered. An update from the team at Freelance Corner: One of our wonderful…
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S3 Ep9: Top mental health tips for creative freelancers
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In the past year, lots of creatives have seen their work dry up, due to the coronavirus pandemic. So much so, that research by IPSE found that 1 in 3 freelancers struggled to pay their tax return in January, and over a quarter said that the tax bill had a “strong negative impact” on their finances. It’s more important than ever that we talk about t…
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S3 Ep8: Survival skills for freelancers with Sarah Townsend
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Author of Freelance Corner favourite book Survival Skills for Freelancers joins Jess and guest co-host Christina McLean to discuss the practical tips offered in Sarah's book. With over 20 years' experience as a freelancer, Sarah shares her top tips, busts some myths, and gives fantastic advice for freelancers. Check out Sarah's website and book her…
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S3 Ep7: How to homeschool as a freelance parent
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In this episode, the editor of Working Dads James Millar joins Laura Livingstone, an executive coach who helps parents and teachers build emotional resilience and confidence during times of change and challenge. Now we near the end of homeschooling, the guests explain how things might change post-lockdown, now that more parents realise the pressure…
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S3 Ep6: How can recent graduates market themselves as freelancers?
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This week, Faye and Jess welcome Victoria Prince, a marketing consultant and founder of Touchpoints Marketing. Victoria helps recent graduates, freelancers and entrepreneurs launch their businesses and use marketing to help them reach their potential. In this episode, Victoria offers timeless advice for recent graduates on how to stand out, the bes…
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S3 Ep5: Finding freelance work as a disabled person
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Liz Johnson is a former gold medal-winning Paralympic swimmer for Team GB. After retiring at 30, she has now focused her attention on helping disabled freelancers find work. Last year she launched The Ability People with her business partner, an initiative to help disabled freelancers find meaningful work. The pair launched Podium, a freelance jobs…
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S3 Ep4: How to get a mortgage as a freelancer
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Faye and Jess are joined by CMME's head of mortgages Simon Butler, who answers questions about how to get a mortgage as a freelancer. Simon covers everything, from how to save for a deposit with a fluctuating income, Stamp Duty savings, and the documentation you need to apply for a mortgage. Simon also answered questions from listeners, including h…
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S3 Ep3: How to start out as a freelancer during the pandemic
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Faye and Jess are joined by Fiona Thomas, author of 'Out of Office: Ditch the 9-5 and Be Your Own Boss', to discuss how to start out as a freelancer during the coronavirus pandemic. Spending more time at home this year might have allowed you more space to reflect — perhaps it’s even given you the opportunity to re-evaluate your way of working. Give…
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S3 Ep2: Trailer: Welcome to Freelance Corner!
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Freelance Corner is the podcast for the UK's freelance community. Each week, hosts Faye and Jess enlist the help of an expert to answer a common question freelancers ask. Nothing is off limits, from how to find freelance writing jobs, how to avoid cyber crime, even how to find love as a freelancer. Submit a question you would like an expert to answ…
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S3 Ep1: How to avoid cyber crime as a freelancer
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Faye and Jess are joined by Patrick, a representative of the West Midlands Cyber Crime Unit, who gives advice on how freelancers can avoid cyber crime. In this episode, Patrick explains why our home Wi-Fi routers could actually be a gateway for cyber criminals, and how to avoid it. Patrick answers questions from you, our listeners, about topics suc…
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S2 Ep9: How can freelancers deal with rejection?
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In this week's episode, Ella and Jess answer the question: How can freelancers deal with rejection? It's a tough one to answer - which is why we enlisted the help of Jenny Stallard, founder of Freelance Feels, an online community, podcast and blog tackling the mental health challenges faced by freelancers. Jenny also answers questions from listener…
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S2 Ep8: How to improve the way you work from home
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This week, the hosts question Louise Goss, editor of The Homeworker magazine, about how to make working from home a bit easier for freelancers. This episode goes beyond the classic "buy a desk" advice, and acknowledges that not everyone can afford a dedicated workspace. We cover how to create a workspace with what you have, how to keep your workspa…
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S2 Ep7: How freelancers can adapt to a financial crisis
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Coronavirus means the next few years look worrying. But did you know that freelancers are actually more in demand in financial crises? As more companies rely on the flexible workforce of the UK's freelancers, find out how to adapt your business to make sure you stay in demand and can find freelance work. Ruth Wilson, a freelancer who is a televisio…
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S2 Ep6: How to scale your freelance business during the coronavirus pandemic
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Faye and Jess are joined by Linda Davies-Carr, known as the 'master fixer', to chat about ways to scale your freelance business during the coronavirus pandemic.Bởi Freelance Corner
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S2 Ep5: What expenses can freelancers claim who work from home?
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Faye and Jess are joined by tax adviser and director of MJH Accountancy, Eoin Holohan about the expenses freelancers can claim when they work from home. Eoin answers questions such as: can I still claim for my car? How do I claim expenses when I flatshare? Can I claim for products I get paid to review?…
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S2 Ep4: How to market yourself as a freelancer
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Faye and Jess are joined by Toby Tetrault, head of marketing at Freelance Corner and IPSE, to discuss how to market your freelance business during the Coronavirus pandemic. Freelancers ask questions such as what to avoid doing at the moment, and how to market on a budget!Bởi Freelance Corner
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S2 Ep3: Should freelancers invest their money?
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Faye and Jess are joined by Kully Samra, a director at digital wealth management service, Nutmeg. Freelancers ask if investing is a good idea when incomes fluctuate, how to get started, and where to invest. Listen to this beginner's guide to investing as a freelancer and find out if investing is right for you!…
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S2 Ep2: The most common freelancer IT issues solved
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Faye and Jess are joined by Stuart Ulrich, Freelance Corner's IT support manager. Stuart answers questions sent in by freelancers and busts myths around WiFi boosters. If you have ever lost a document, or been unable to get your laptop to turn on, listen in!Bởi Freelance Corner
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S2 Ep1: How to avoid freelancer burnout
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Faye and Jess are joined by Deborah Bulcock, coach, consultant and bestselling author of Have it all without burning out. Find resources on Deborah's website here. This week, Faye and Jess ask Deborah how to combat burnout, looking at the areas that particularly affect freelancers, such as prolonged periods of isolation and not being able to switch…
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S1 Ep24: How to find freelance writing jobs
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Faye and Jess are joined by Sian Meades-Williams, the creator of newsletter Freelance Writing Jobs. Sian, who is also the agony aunt for Freelance Corner, explains key mistakes to avoid as a freelance writer, and the best ways to find work right now. For more information, head to freelancecorner.co.uk…
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S1 Ep23: The importance of exercise for freelancers
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Full disclaimer - we recorded this before lockdown. Hannah shares some useful advice for working out from home, and not comparing yourself to others, and we hope it still helps. Faye and Jess are joined by Hannah Lewin, a personal trainer, to discuss how freelancers can incorporate workouts and fitness into their routines. Hannah also answers the q…
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S1 Ep22: A beginner's guide to later life savings for freelancers
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This week, Faye and Jess are joined by financial planner Ian Richards, to talk about ways freelancers can save for later life. Does the p-word give you a knot in your stomach? Fear not, this is a beginner's guide and no question is stupid! We know savings may be the last thing on your mind right now, but making a plan for when things get back to no…
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S1 Ep21: How you can use lockdown to work on your business
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In week 3 of the Coronavirus series, Faye and Jess are joined by Alison Grade, author of The Freelance Bible, to chat about ways freelancers can use this lockdown period to work on their businesses. For more Coronavirus support for freelancers, head to freelancecorner.co.ukBởi Freelance Corner
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S1 Ep20: Freelance banking during coronavirus
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Faye and Jess are joined by Jason Maude, Chief Technology Advocate for Starling Bank. Jason talks about the loans available to freelancers, how Starling is helping their customers, and all freelancers need to be aware of during the lockdown.Bởi Freelance Corner
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S1 Ep19: How to talk to your clients during coronavirus
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The girls are joined by Lucy Werner, author of Hype Yourself: A No-nonsense PR Toolkit for Small Businesses, to talk about how to best communicate with your clients during the Coronavirus pandemic. Lucy also gives freelancers some top tips on using PR to help your business activity while things may go a bit quiet.…
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S1 Ep18: Coronavirus: what are freelancers entitled to?
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On this week's bonus podcast, Faye and Jess are joined by Ryan Barnett, Economic Policy Adviser for The Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed (IPSE). After a turbulent few weeks in the policy world, Ryan simplifies what has happened this week, and what to expect in the coming months for freelancers.…
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S1 Ep17: How to eat well as a freelancer
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Hands up... who has demolished an entire pack of biscuits in one sitting? Learn how to snack in a healthy way as this week, Faye and Jess are joined by nutritional therapist Beth Edwards to talk about ways we can all eat better - but especially when we work from home.Bởi Freelance Corner
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S1 Ep16: GDPR: What do freelancers need to know?
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This week, Faye and Jess are joined by Information Security Consultant, Giles Hamlin, from Protection Group International. Find out what you need to do to stay compliant, and how to keep up-to-date with any changes.Bởi Freelance Corner
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Faye and Jess are joined by Dr Michael Farquhar, a sleep consultant for the NHS, who busts the myths around ‘good sleep’ and explains how freelancers can improve their sleep.Bởi Freelance Corner
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S1 Ep14: How to look after your mental health
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Everyone has mental health – we all have our ups and downs and that doesn’t mean something is wrong. But we have to keep an eye on our mental health, especially when we freelance, as many report feeling isolated. Faye and Jess enlist the help of Matthew Knight from Leapers.co, an online community to support the mental health of freelancers and the …
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S1 Ep13: How to find love as a freelancer
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Freelance Party Broadcast is the podcast brought to you by Freelance Corner, the online platform for the UK's freelancers. Each week, hosts Faye and Jess quiz experts on the topics you care about. As well as more podcasts, find exciting content, events, and like-minded freelancers at freelancecorner.co.uk…
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S1 Ep12: How to network for freelancers
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This week, Faye and Jess are joined by networking coach Angharad Salazer Llewellyn, founder of The Flex Network, who teaches us the best ways to network.Bởi Freelance Corner
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S1 Ep11: How to juggle being a freelance parent
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Faye and Jess are joined by Faye Dicker, who is better known as Freelance Mum. Faye, who runs networking events targeted equally at freelance parents and their children, answers your questions on ways to beat the guilt of juggling work and parenting responsibilities.Bởi Freelance Corner
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S1 Ep10: Confessions: Freelancers at Christmas
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Have you ever told your family that you are working over Christmas, when really you are just ten episodes deep in a new box set? Faye and Jess read the festive confessions sent in from freelancers.Bởi Freelance Corner
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S1 Ep9: How to prepare financially for 2020
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Faye and Jess are joined by Iona Bain, founder of The Young Money Blog, who explains how to financially prepare for the new year.Bởi Freelance Corner
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S1 Ep8: BONUS podcast: The dates freelancers need to prepare for in 2020
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Faye and Joined by Andy Chamberlain, self-employment tax and policy expert, to discuss the key dates in 2020 that freelancers need to prepare for.Bởi Freelance Corner
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S1 Ep7: What to buy for freelancers this Christmas
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Freelance Party Broadcast is the podcast brought to you by Freelance Corner, the online platform for the UK's freelancers. As well as more podcasts, find exciting content, events, and like-minded freelancers at freelancecorner.co.uk This week, we bring you the ultimate gift guide for freelancers! Further information Fancy buying something you heard…
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S1 Ep6: Parental rights: What are freelancers entitled to?
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Olga Fitzroy from the Shared Parental Pay Equality campaign, and James Millar from Working Dads, join Faye and Jess to discuss the rights of freelance parents. Further information: Find out more about the Parental Pay Equality campaign here. Check out Working Dads, an online platform and community for, you guessed it, working dads. Did you hear the…
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S1 Ep5: Confessions: Working from home
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Faye and Jess read the confessions sent in from freelancers on what they get up to when they work from home - including a woman who accidentally appeared topless on a Skype call!Bởi Freelance Corner
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S1 Ep4: What does each party say about self-employment?
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With Brexit clogging up the headlines, do you know what each party says about the issues that affect freelancers? Faye and Jess quiz Simon McVicker and Alasdair Hutchison from IPSE on the political positions of the three major parties.Bởi Freelance Corner
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Late payment affects most freelancers, but do you know your rights? Ryan Barnett, Economic Policy Adviser at IPSE, joins Faye and Jess to discuss what your rights are, how to prevent late payment, and what to do if someone refuses to pay. Ryan also answers the questions sent in by listeners. Read IPSE's manifesto for the self-employed, which is bei…
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