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Robert Vlach Freelance Pricing Strategies: How Independent Professionals Set Rates That Reflect Experience
April 4, 2024

Robert Vlach Freelance Pricing Strategies: How Independent Profession…

In a compelling dialogue on the Wisepreneurs podcast, Robert Vlach and host Nigel Rawlins unravel the intricacies of freelance pricing and financial mastery, offering listeners a deep dive into the freelance economy.Amidst the serene backdrop of Gran Canaria, Vlach, a seasoned freelancer and co…

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Marleen Deleu Freelance Economy Evolution: Professional Reinvention for Women Over 50
March 29, 2024

Marleen Deleu Freelance Economy Evolution: Professional Reinvention f…

Marleen Deleu, founder of Belgium-based knowledge platform Nextconomy and a 26-year Randstad veteran, explains why the freelance economy is reshaping work across every industry and age group. She makes a practical case for women over 50 stepping into independent practice: the financial buffer y…

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Michelle Kvello Navigating the Corporate to Consulting Transition
March 21, 2024

Michelle Kvello Navigating the Corporate to Consulting Transition

Michelle Kvello, founder of Lantern Partners, sheds light on the pivotal transition from corporate roles to consulting, particularly in the financial realm. With her beginnings as a Chartered Accountant at PwC and significant experience in commercial finance, Kvello offers invaluable insights into …

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Sue Ellson LinkedIn Specialist and Gigster: From Corporate Banking to Independent Career
March 14, 2024

Sue Ellson LinkedIn Specialist and Gigster: From Corporate Banking to…

Sue Ellson: The Gigster's Guide to Lifelong Employability" podcast episode is a deep dive into the dynamics of the gig economy and strategies for sustaining employability. Featuring insights from Sue Ellson, a distinguished LinkedIn specialist and advocate for career adaptability, the discussion re…

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Sandra McGuire on Mastering Financial Literacy
March 8, 2024

Sandra McGuire on Mastering Financial Literacy

A certified money coach and former financial advisor, Sandra McGuire joins the Wisepreneurs podcast to demystify personal finance. From her extensive finance and accounting background, Sandra shares invaluable insights into improving financial wellness through coaching and education. She emphasizes…

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Charlotta Segerlund-Darnell Psychological Strength for Independent Professionals
Feb. 29, 2024

Charlotta Segerlund-Darnell Psychological Strength for Independent Pr…

Charlotta Segerlund-Darnell is a Stockholm-based CBT therapist, behavioural scientist, and mindfulness instructor who calls herself a psychological strength trainer because she wants mental health to feel like going to the gym rather than going to hospital. In this conversation she covers managing …

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Paula Ronan's Journey Through the Heart of Marketing and Connection
Feb. 23, 2024

Paula Ronan's Journey Through the Heart of Marketing and Connection

Marketing Strategy EvolutionPaula Ronan delves into the nuances of marketing strategy, emphasizing the stark cultural differences encountered in Irish business culture versus her experiences abroad in London and Asia. She outlines the evolution of marketing in Ireland, with a keen focus on how so…

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Connie Malamed on Mastering the Art of Instructional Design and Online Learning
Feb. 15, 2024

Connie Malamed on Mastering the Art of Instructional Design and Onlin…

Connie Malamed, a seasoned expert with over 25 years in instructional design, shares deep insights into creating effective e-learning experiences. She emphasizes the importance of understanding how people learn to improve workplace performance, leveraging strategies for engaging learning experience…

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Mash by Tash, Tash Menon Brand Innovator
Feb. 8, 2024

Mash by Tash, Tash Menon Brand Innovator

Innovative Brand StrategiesIn this engaging episode, we meet Tash Menon Verhul, CEO and co-founder of Mash, a unique figure whose life and birthdate intriguingly align with her parents', mirroring her distinctive approach to business. As MASH's co-founder and CEO, Tash's narrative shifts from enl…

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Valentine Gatard Work Life Narratives
Feb. 2, 2024

Valentine Gatard Work Life Narratives

Valentine Gatard is an articulate and intelligent commentator on the future of work and how to work in the 21st Century. With a background in music and a deep understanding of the structure of work, she shares with us her insights. She delves into the intricacies of work-life balance, the significa…

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Andrea Chase Digital Marketing Insights
Jan. 26, 2024

Andrea Chase Digital Marketing Insights

This episode of the Wisepreneurs podcast features Andrea Chase, a seasoned entrepreneur and digital marketing expert. With over a decade in business growth and marketing strategies, Andrea shares invaluable insights into entrepreneurship, especially for women in business. Her journey from t…

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Tracy Enos on Mastering LinkedIn
Jan. 19, 2024

Tracy Enos on Mastering LinkedIn

LinkedIn Marketing StrategiesDive into the insights of Tracy Enos, a LinkedIn marketing virtuoso, on the Wisepreneurs podcast. Unravel her journey from San Jose's orchards to the tech hubs of Kansas City. Discover how layoffs catalyzed her shift from corporate America to a triumphant LinkedIn con…

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Mastering Executive Support with Amanda Reeves
Jan. 12, 2024

Mastering Executive Support with Amanda Reeves

Discover the world of freelance administration with Amanda Reeves on the Wisepreneurs podcast. With over 40 years of experience, Amanda shares her journey from a junior typist clerk to a sought-after freelancer in Melbourne, specializing in providing tailored executive support to small business…

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Terri Connellan: Mastering Midlife Transitions & Coaching
Jan. 5, 2024

Terri Connellan: Mastering Midlife Transitions & Coaching

Life Transition CoachingIn this insightful episode, Terri Connellan, an accomplished author and life transition coach, delves into the intricacies of navigating significant life changes. With a focus on empowering women in midlife, Terri shares her expertise in wholehearted self-leadership an…

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Meredith Fuller OAM Psychologist on Relationships & Career Insights
Jan. 2, 2024

Meredith Fuller OAM Psychologist on Relationships & Career Insights

Welcome to another episode of the Wisepreneurs podcast featuring the insightful Meredith Fuller, OAM Psychologist. In this discussion, Meredith delves deep into her recent involvement in the award-winning film 'Hometruths,' co-produced by Lesley Coleman and Rod Winning, which addresses the subj…

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Elina Jutelyte Crafting Connections in the Freelance World.
Dec. 15, 2023

Elina Jutelyte Crafting Connections in the Freelance World.

Dive into the world of freelance business success with Elina Jutelyte on the latest episode of the Wisepreneurs Podcast. Elina, a master in event organization and the founder of the Freelance Business Community shares her profound insights into the freelance industry. This episode explores the nuan…

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Professor Martin Hyde Aging and Employment: Ageism, the 100-Year Life, and Professional Longevity
Dec. 5, 2023

Professor Martin Hyde Aging and Employment: Ageism, the 100-Year Life…

In this podcast episode, Nigel Rawlins hosts Martin Hyde, a Professor of Work Employment at the University of Leicester. Martin shares his knowledge of aging, the future of work, gerontology, employment, and retirement. He discusses the evolving concept of retirement and how the nature of work has …

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Gabrielle Sun on Integrating AI in Learning and Development
Nov. 20, 2023

Gabrielle Sun on Integrating AI in Learning and Development

In this podcast episode, Nigel Rawlins interviews Gabrielle Sun, an instructional designer working remotely for a large corporation. They discuss how AI tools like ChatGPT are revolutionizing knowledge work and education. Gabrielle shares her experience and insights on creating training programs, b…

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Alison Grade The Freelance Bible: Independent Professionals in Film and TV
Oct. 27, 2023

Alison Grade The Freelance Bible: Independent Professionals in Film a…

Alison Grade is the author of The Freelance Bible, published by Penguin, and helps experienced professionals build sustainable freelance practices. In this conversation she draws on a career spanning film and TV production, writing, and running her own motorbike training company to cover the practi…

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Laetitia Vitaud
Oct. 20, 2023

Laetitia Vitaud

This podcast episode features an interview with Laetitia Vautaud, a French writer and expert on the future of work. Vautaud shares insights from her latest book that critiques the focus on productivity and calls for a more compassionate work approach. The episode also explores the growing trend of …

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Salina Yeung Linkedin Lead Generation Strategist
Oct. 3, 2023

Salina Yeung Linkedin Lead Generation Strategist

In this episode of the Wisepreneurs Podcast, host Nigel Rawlins interviews Salina Yeung, a LinkedIn strategy expert. Salina shares her insights and proven framework for standing out on LinkedIn and turning profiles into power...

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Mark Elliott, a business coach with heart
Sept. 14, 2023

Mark Elliott, a business coach with heart

In this conversation, Mark provides advice for entrepreneurs over 50, and we discuss the unique challenges that older entrepreneurs face, like learning new technologies and finding their passion. Mark emphasises focusing on your lifestyle desires, carefully tracking your spending and outsourcin…

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Lisa-Marie Cabrelli Returns: Career Independence from Actress to PhD and the Heroine's Adventure
Sept. 3, 2023

Lisa-Marie Cabrelli Returns: Career Independence from Actress to PhD …

In this episode of the Wisepreneurs podcast, host Nigel Rawlins welcomes back Lisa-Marie Cabralli, a former actress and digital nomad pioneer. She first appears on episode nine of the podcast. Lisa Marie shares updates on her...

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Lisa Ross-Marcus Executive Coaching for Experienced Women Professionals
Aug. 10, 2023

Lisa Ross-Marcus Executive Coaching for Experienced Women Professiona…

Amsterdam executive coach Lisa Ross-Marcus on career transitions, coaching women leaders, and moving from the performing arts to building an independent coaching practice.

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