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Hey guys! Happy Monday! In today’s episode, I'm chatting with Kaitlin Christensen about how she built a flexible freelancing career while managing motherhood and narcolepsy.
Kailyn has a background in marketing, but her medical condition, narcolepsy, forced her to leave the traditional workforce. After being a stay-at-home mom for five years, Kaitlin was eager to find something flexible that allowed her to manage her health while contributing financially.
In August 2023, she found LFA through a mom in a local Facebook group, and by September, she was all in. Just a month later, Kaitlin landed her first client!
Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode310
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In this episode, I’m chatting with Renee Herren, who transitioned from a 10-year corporate career to freelancing after being laid off. With a husband who works crazy hours as a chef and two toddlers at home, Renee was drawn to the flexibility of freelancing. While her journey wasn’t fast—taking four months to land her first client—once she did, things quickly snowballed, and she landed three more the following month.
Renee shares how she overcame discouragement by staying consistent, leaning on the support of the LFA community, and joining our monthly "Land Your First (or next) Client" challenges. She talks about how she fits freelancing into her schedule, how she landed her clients, and the financial stability she’s gained through freelancing. If you’ve faced setbacks in your freelancing journey, Renee’s story will inspire you to keep going!
Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode309
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Hey guys! Happy Monday! Today, I’m chatting with Tana Goosic, who transitioned from working 40 hours a week to working just 40 hours a month—all while replacing her income and working from home with her babies.
In this episode, Tana walks us through how she got started freelancing, the niche her ideal client works in, and how she lands clients through the OTO job board, direct outreach, and referrals. With baby number three on the way, Tana also shares her plan for managing maternity leave while freelancing.
Tana balances one big retainer client with several monthly project clients, giving her the flexibility to work from home, spend time with her kids, and still make a solid income. This is an episode you don’t want to miss!
Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode308
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Dawne, a former labor and delivery nurse of 18 years, made the leap into freelancing in November of 2021. Within just a week of enrolling in the course, she landed her first client, and by January of 2022—only 12 weeks later—she was able to quit her nursing job entirely. Now, Dawne works 20-25 hours a week, makes 53% more than she did as a nurse, and enjoys the freedom and flexibility to live life on her own terms.
In today's episode, Dawne shares how she got started, the strategies she used to land clients quickly, and what her daily routine looks like now—working Monday through Thursday with slow, relaxing mornings alongside her husband. She also talks about how she bounced back from losing clients unexpectedly, using a "Land Your First (or Next) Client" challenge to replace the lost income.
Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode307
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***There is now a 12 month payment plan for the Live Free Academy! You can get started today for just $147! Head over to go.micalaquinn.com for more details and to sign up!*** -
Hey there! Happy Monday! Today we’re chatting with Jenelle Rawlins, a former ELA teacher who launched her freelance business and replaced her income while teaching full time. Jenelle enrolled in the Live Free Academy in November 2023, spent December going through the course, and by January 2024, she had landed three clients through a monthly Land Your First (or next) Client challenge!
Jenelle shares how she balanced freelancing and teaching full-time, how she landed her clients, and the services she offers. She also opens up about overcoming imposter syndrome and how focusing on her mindset helped her succeed.
Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode306
Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn
***There is now a 12 month payment plan for the Live Free Academy! You can get started today for just $147! Head over to go.micalaquinn.com for more details and to sign up!*** -
Hey there! In today's episode, we're catching up with Hayley Lame, a former school counselor who took a huge leap last spring by quitting her job before reaching her income goal. Fast forward a few months, and she’s now fully booked, replacing her previous salary while working just 20-25 hours a week! Hayley originally shared her story back in June on Episode 290, and today, she’s back with an exciting update.
Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode305
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Hey there! Happy Monday! In today’s episode, we chat with Chesney, who went from enrolling in Live Free Academy to quitting her job in just 90 days! Chesney's freelancing journey is nothing short of inspiring! After enrolling in April, she landed her first two clients within a month during our "Land Your First (or Next) Client Challenge" and by July, she had quit her job. Now, she gets to work from home with her almost 8 month old! She replaced her previous income and only works 15-20 hours a week!
Chesney shares how she landed her clients, the tasks she manages for them, and how she learned new tools on the job. She talks about work
Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode304
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In today’s episode, we’re featuring Tiffany, a seasoned freelancer who has been working with social media influencers for SIX years! As a stay-at-home mom of three, Tiffany has turned freelancing into a stable, long-term career that fits her family life perfectly.
When Tiffany first started, she was earning an extra $2,000 a month working part-time hours. That extra income made a huge difference for her family! But now that all of her kids are in school, Tiffany has taken on a few more clients and has increased her income to over $4,000 a month while still working only 15-20 hours a week!
Tiffany shares what its like working with influencers and why they desperately need virtual assistants.
Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode303
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Hey guys! Happy Monday! This week, we’re celebrating a major milestone – 7 years of helping moms like you find flexible ways to work from home.
In today’s episode, I’m recapping some recent success stories from Live Free Academy students and giving you an inside look at what it’s like to be part of the program. I’ll walk you through how I can help you build your business and the support you will receive every step of the way. If you've been considering freelancing, now is the perfect time. Our anniversary sale kicks off on September 9th, but if you join the VIP list, you’ll get early access and exclusive doorbusters available only to VIP members!
Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode302
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As summer ends and the back-to-school season begins, the fall hiring boom is upon us! In this episode, I’m sharing three tips to help you land freelance clients right now. Learn how to tap into local brick-and-mortar businesses, leverage word-of-mouth referrals, and stay consistent to achieve your income goals!
Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!
SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode301
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Happy Monday! In today's episode, Amanda Hiler shares how she transitioned from being a high school English teacher to a successful freelancer. After struggling to balance her teaching with being a wife and a mom, Amanda decided to make a change. She now works just 25 hours a week as a virtual assistant and makes 33% more than she did as a full-time teacher!
Tune in to hear how Amanda transitioned from teaching to freelancing, how she landed her first retainer client while still working full-time, and how she found her niche working with wealth managers. This episode is packed with insights on building a flexible, profitable freelance business while balancing motherhood.
You'll love this episode if you're a mom dreaming of staying home with your kids, a teacher considering freelancing, or someone looking for inspiration to create a flexible work-life balance.
Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode300
Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn
***There is now a 12 month payment plan for the Live Free Academy! You can get started today for just $147! Head over to go.micalaquinn.com for more details and to sign up!*** -
Happy Monday! Today, we're chatting with Stephanie Loesel about how she built her freelance business and left her full-time job after just 1 month. Stephanie launched her freelancing virtual assisting business with the goal of having a side hustle until she booked enough clients. However, she quickly scaled to five clients in just five weeks and was able to stay home with her daughter almost immediately!
In this episode, Stephanie shares how she landed her clients in the holistic wellness industry, the tasks she does for them, and how she balances working from home with her 8-month-old daughter and no childcare.
Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode299
Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn
***There is now a 12 month payment plan for the Live Free Academy! You can get started today for just $147! Head over to go.micalaquinn.com for more details and to sign up!*** -
Today we’re chatting with Samantha Hogge about her transition from being a stay-at-home mom to a freelancer. Samantha’s family of 6 recently moved from Kansas to New York for her husband’s medical training, and Samantha turned to freelancing as a way to help her family stay on top of the expenses of New York living.
Samantha shares how she incorporated her love for crocheting into her freelancing business. She discusses the strategies she used to land her clients, the types of tasks she handles for her clients, and what her days look like.
Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode298
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***There is now a 12 month payment plan for the Live Free Academy! You can get started today for just $147! Head over to go.micalaquinn.com for more details and to sign up!*** -
Today we’re chatting with Kaleigh Tracy, a mom to four kids under 6, about how she successfully works from home while managing her busy household. Kaleigh shares her journey into freelancing, which began unexpectedly when she lost her childcare during maternity leave. She tried to find another option for childcare so she could go back to her corporate job but everything in her area was either full or wasn’t able to accommodate all four of her kiddos. With no other option, Kaleigh turned to freelancing... and thrived!
Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode297
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Hey there! Can you believe it's mid-July already? In this episode, we discuss three essential tips for managing multiple clients as a freelancer, just in time for the upcoming back-to-school hiring boom. I'll share some practical advice on planning your work hours, tracking your time for each client, and onboarding new clients effectively.
And, if you're just checking out freelancing and dreaming of staying home with your kids while still making an income, you're in the right place. Now is the perfect time to start laying the foundation for your freelance business, so you can be ready to land clients by August or September. The Live Free Academy is the shortcut route to go from not really knowing what freelancing is or how to start to working with paying with clients in less than 30 days. Enroll at go.micalaquinn.com/academy!
Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode296
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Hey there! Today’s episode is short and sweet, but it just might be the kick in the pants you need to launch your freelance business and quit your job ASAP. The family life you want and the income you need are within reach!
Today, I want to walk you through creating a business plan and timeline to launch your freelance business. We're going over these three simple steps:
Step 1: Define Your Monthly Income Goal
Step 2: Decide How Many Hours You Want to Work Each Week
Step 3: Calculate Your Hourly Rate
Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode295
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In today's episode, I'm chatting with Marissa Gerchikov about how she went from teacher to virtual assistant and ultimately made the leap to becoming a work-from-home mom!
Marissa started freelancing while working full-time as a teacher, fitting client work into her evenings. Within a few months, she managed to replace half of her teaching income by working just 14 hours a week. In this episode, Marissa shares her journey, how she learned new skills, and the importance of client onboarding. She also discusses her current clients, achieving her income goals, and the support she received from her past colleagues.
Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode294
Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn
***There is now a 12 month payment plan for the Live Free Academy! You can get started today for just $147! Head over to go.micalaquinn.com for more details and to sign up!*** -
Hey guys, happy Monday! In today's episode, we're tackling an obstacle that most of us face in getting our virtual assistant business started: the fear of failure. Overcoming the fear of failure and reaching your freelancing goals can seem impossible when you're first getting started. The fear of failure can be so debilitating - I faced it and have talked to so many moms that have gone through it too!
Today, I'm sharing three essential types of goals you can set that will help you move from fear to action, allowing you to reach your income goals and gain back precious time with your kids.
Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode293
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Hey guys! In today's episode, we're talking about how to handle rejection as a freelancer... and how you can turn rejection into an opportunity for growth! We have to face it - rejection is a part of the freelancing. Really, rejection is a part of life. But, rejection doesn’t have to derail your progress as a freelancer.
In most cases you don't get a "yes" until you've experienced a "no" or two or more. Today I share a couple tips on how to handle rejection as a freelancer that will keep you moving forward toward landing your ideal clients and reaching your income goals.
Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode292
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Hey there, and happy Monday! On today’s episode, LFA alum, Miranda Doyle, is on and she’s reflecting on how her freelancing business has grown and changed over the last three years.
Miranda's freelancing business started with her doing some general VA work, quickly shifting into social media management, and then evolving into project work and web design. Miranda openly shares some challenges she faced by niching down quickly to one-off web design clients. She struggled with the lack of consistency in project work and doubt crept in big time.
In today's episode, Miranda shares how she has since shifted her business to better meet her family’s needs – she prefers a combination of retainer clients and project work clients, which allows her to adjust her schedule and revenue according to her needs.
Check out the show notes for more information and any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode291
Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn
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