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My Money Mindset: How I Think About Money Jun 21, 2021

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A lot of people ask me what I think about money, or if it's my only motivator in life. Quite the contrary, I never think about money - ever. Possibly to a fault! In this episode, I go over how I approach money and the kind of relationship I have with it.

I think it's important to keep the actual value of money at a distance from your purpose for freelancing.

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Traveling as a Freelancer: Everything You Need to Know Jun 01, 2021

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One of the best side effects of freelancing full-time is that you can travel while you do it. In fact, I encourage you to get up, with your laptop, and see the world. Life is short, and to me, it's meant to be lived.

Before you head out on your trip, you need to do some planning if you want to take your business with you. Remember: your clients don't want to hear your Airbnb connectivity excuses. That's on you.

Here are my tips for managing your personal freelancing business while you travel like a boss.

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How to Bounce Back from Bad Reviews Online May 24, 2021

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Nothing is more defeating than working your hardest on a freelancing order, only to receive a bad review. On sites like Fiverr and Upwork, bad reviews can tank a gig before you even have a chance to get started. That's why in this week's episode, I go over how to avoid bad reviews, as well as what to do if you do receive a bad review nonetheless.

Bad reviews are part of the journey for every freelancer, and understanding their inevitability will make them less shocking in the end!

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Freelancing Platforms vs. Freelancing Independently May 16, 2021

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It's the question everyone asks me: should I freelance on Fiverr, or should I freelance for myself with my own website?

The answer: choose BOTH! Both of them have their time and place, which is why I was happy to break it down for you in this episode.

Never put all of your eggs in one basket if you are working for yourself. Give yourself every opportunity to have money abundantly flowing through your websites and freelancing profiles.

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Developing a Business Mindset: 3 Tips for Being a Shark May 10, 2021

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A big part of being successful as your own boss and freelancer is developing the right mindset along the way. For me, my business mindset is comprised of three different components that I am going to share with you in this episode.

It's not always easy, and it's not always 'fun' having a business mindset. But, it's time to set aside taking things personally so you can be as successful as possible.

Let's do this.

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And follow me on Instagram for more support: https://www.instagram.com/alexandrafasulo/.

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The Importance of Freelancing Questionnaires May 03, 2021

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In this episode, I go over 3 different Fiverr questionnaires that I send to clients for: blogs, website content, and ebooks. My goal is provide an in-depth look at which questions I include, and I why I include them.

I can't stress the importance of freelancing questionnaires enough. This is a super important episode, even if it's not the most exciting of topics!

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How to Deal with Difficult Freelancing Clients Apr 27, 2021

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The hardest part of freelancing is developing your customer service persona and expertise, even when buyers are terrible. It's all a numbers game - every 1 out of 20 buyers is going to suck.

Anticipating it and preparing yourself for these kinds of buyers can make you an incredibly strong and successful freelancer, quickly.

In this episode, I go over 4 different things I do to navigate difficult freelancing clients with professionalism and grace. Know that you are not alone in your battle with these frustrating individuals - it happens to the best of us.

Want to learn more? Head on over to my website at: https://alexfasulo.com/

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How to Promote Your Freelancing Services on Social Media Apr 19, 2021

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Branding yourself as a freelancer on social media is just as important as the product you turn around on freelancing sites. Your brand communicates to clients the kind of professionalism you are going to uphold during the project.

Avoiding social media no longer works, for anything, in any industry.

In this episode, I go over how I manage my social media channels, as well as turn around sales from my posts. You don't want to miss this one!

Want to learn more? Head on over to my website at: https://alexfasulo.com/

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My Schedule as a Full-Time Freelancer Apr 12, 2021

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In this episode, I break down what a typical day, week, and month look like for me as both a freelancer writer and entrepreneur. I also cover traveling while maintaining the same schedule, and different things I do to make sure I am always adhering to timelines.

No two days at the same in the world of freelancing, but that's what I love about it so much. It's definitely a lifestyle filled with change, and something you will need to embrace if you want to freelance full-time. Check it out!

Want to learn more? Head on over to my website at: https://alexfasulo.com/

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How I've Structured My Freelance Writing Business Apr 05, 2021

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There has been a lot of controversy online today about how I structure my freelance writing business. In this episode, I go through my business structure, how I've scaled over the last 6-7 years of my journey, and where I want to go from here.

I also address certain accusations made online about my business structure. Although I owe it to no one to be this transparent about my business, I am happy to show listeners how I do it so they, too, can replicate it.

Remember: there is plenty of room online for freelancers!

Want to learn more? Head on over to my website at: https://alexfasulo.com/

Want to join a community of freelancers? It's free! Check it out: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3715810965116993

Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexandrafasulo/

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