Time Management
Aug 21, 2023→ LISTEN TO THE PODCAST EPISODE
Welcome to the Talking Freelance Podcast! If you're looking to up your freelancing game and excel on platforms like Upwork, you're in for a treat. This podcast is your one-stop shop for expert strategies and success stories from freelancers who have conquered the field. I'm Leah Meyers, your host, a thriving entrepreneur, freelancer, and success strategist. Join me as we delve into the world of freelancing and learn from the best. Today, we have a true freelance superstar, Sarah Duran, with us. Sarah's journey has been a remarkable one, and she's here to share her wisdom and insights. So, let's dive right in!
Sarah Duran, a seasoned freelancer with almost a decade under her belt, is a true multitasker. In her freelance venture, she wears multiple hats, from project management for universities to coaching fellow freelancers and consultants. Sarah's story is one of accidental freelancing. She stumbled upon freelance work while searching for happiness beyond the confines of a 9-to-5 job. Little did she know that her contract work would evolve into a lucrative business, granting her unprecedented levels of freedom and control over her time and earnings.
Central to Sarah's approach is aligning your freelance work with your core values. She suggests introspecting and answering three fundamental questions: Who are you? Why do you do your work? What do you want to achieve? These queries lay the foundation for your freelance journey, guiding your decisions and priorities.
Sarah introduces an invaluable tool, the Eisenhower Matrix, which sorts tasks by urgency and importance. But her twist on it is enlightening: eliminate tasks that aren't important at all. If a task isn't important to you or your business, question its necessity. Sarah champions focusing on your strengths and what aligns with your goals.
A key piece of advice Sarah shares is treating your business like a client. Allocate dedicated time to work on your business, just as you would for a client. This strategy can help you avoid relegating important but non-urgent tasks to the back burner.
Sarah leaves us with a powerful reminder: It's not just about knowing what's important; it's about turning that knowledge into action. By integrating these insights into your freelance journey, you can unlock new levels of productivity, fulfillment, and success.
Thank you for joining us on this episode of Talking Freelance. Be sure to check out Sarah's blog and the resources in the show notes. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with tips, tricks, and stories from the freelance world. Until next time!
