FBP 001: Fitz Villafuerte – How a Civil Engineer used Freelancing to Become an Award-Winning Blogger and a Profitable Serial Entrepreneur (Part 1)
In our very first episode, we have no less than the award-winning blogger, personal finance expert and serial entrepreneur, Fitz Villafuerte of readytoberich.com. This is part 1 of a 2 part series. We had quite a long conversation with Fitz full of stories, tips and tactics, which you will surely love. That’s why we had […] The post FBP 001: Fitz Villafuerte – How a Civil Engineer used Freelancing to Become an Award-Winning Blogger and a Profitable Serial Entrepreneur (Part 1) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:29
FBP 002: Fitz Villafuerte – How a Civil Engineer used Freelancing to Become an Award-Winning Blogger and a Profitable Serial Entrepreneur (Part 2)
This is Part 2 of our very interesting chat with serial entrepreneur, Fitz Villafuerte. Here are the takeaways that you will get after listening to the show: How to work on multiple tasks without burning out using the Pomodoro Technique – I myself had started practising this technique and will share my experiences in a […] The post FBP 002: Fitz Villafuerte – How a Civil Engineer used Freelancing to Become an Award-Winning Blogger and a Profitable Serial Entrepreneur (Part 2) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:29
FBP 003: How to Create a Demand for Your Skills with Virtual Assistant and Work-At-Home Mom – Marge Aberasturi
I met Marge Aberasturi during the Freelance Camp in October of 2013 and found her story quite intriguing. Although she shared with us her experiences as a virtual assistant during the said camp, I felt that she had more anecdotes to share, especially her experiences as a home school teacher, as a partner in an […] The post FBP 003: How to Create a Demand for Your Skills with Virtual Assistant and Work-At-Home Mom – Marge Aberasturi appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:29
FBP 004: How to Capitalize on the Biggest Trends in Business by Top Food and Travel Blogger – Anton Diaz (Part 1)
This is our first episode for 2014 and we want to start with fireworks to drive bad luck away as we head on to the Year of the Horse. So we invited none other than Anton Diaz, founder of the #1 food and travel blog in the Philippines, ourawesomeplanet.com, which receives about 1,000,000 hits a […] The post FBP 004: How to Capitalize on the Biggest Trends in Business by Top Food and Travel Blogger – Anton Diaz (Part 1) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:29
FBP 005: How to Capitalize on the Biggest Trends in Business by Top Food and Travel Blogger – Anton Diaz (Part 2)
This is Part 2 of our interview with Anton Diaz, founder of the #1 food and travel blog in the Philippines, ourawesomeplanet.com, and co-founder of weekend market chain, the Mercato Centrale Group. If you were not able to listen to Part 1 (Freelance Blend Podcast Episode 4), please be sure to click this link. Meanwhile, here are the Key Takeaways that […] The post FBP 005: How to Capitalize on the Biggest Trends in Business by Top Food and Travel Blogger – Anton Diaz (Part 2) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:29
FBP 006: From Avid Listener to Radio Star with Showbiz Bro of Magic 89.9’s “Good Times with Mo Twister”
My daily commute to work is not complete without listening to the wackiest, craziest, sexiest and most controversial show on FM radio, Magic 89.9’s “Good Times with Mo” (or has it been renamed to “Morning Show”?). And I am so glad that the show is back after being suspended for 6 long months. (On a […] The post FBP 006: From Avid Listener to Radio Star with Showbiz Bro of Magic 89.9’s “Good Times with Mo Twister” appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:29
FBP 007: How to Establish a Flourishing Career as a Freelance Editor with Al Sabado
UPDATE: (February 16, 2014): The sound issue has been fixed. We enjoin everyone to start listening to this very enriching episode. We apologize again for the inconvenience. Thanks. (February 15, 2014): We sincerely apologize for some technical difficulties being encountered with this podcast episode wherein there is no sound on most parts of the show. […] The post FBP 007: How to Establish a Flourishing Career as a Freelance Editor with Al Sabado appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:29
FBP 008: Create a Happy Work-at-Home Life, Blog, or Brand with Bliss-Maker & Work-at-Home Blog Coach – Martine de Luna
1 and a half hours of bliss. That is what it felt like interviewing Martine de Luna of MakeItBlissful.com (formerly DaintyMom.com) and MartineDeLuna.com. I must admit that I was a bit nervous and anxious at first. I believe that is what everyone feels when they first meet their idol or somebody they look up […] The post FBP 008: Create a Happy Work-at-Home Life, Blog, or Brand with Bliss-Maker & Work-at-Home Blog Coach – Martine de Luna appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:29
FBP 009: Growing a Blog to One Million Readers, One Post at a Time with Vince Golangco of WhenInManila.com
I apologize for the lame Yoda impersonation during the show intro. Please bear with me. I am such a Star Wars geek. 🙂 Now, I am very sure that you, dear Freelancer, are one of the massive followers of either: 1. The vlog (video blog) WhenInManila.com (1 million readers and counting)* 2. WhenInManila Facebook page (185k fans)* […] The post FBP 009: Growing a Blog to One Million Readers, One Post at a Time with Vince Golangco of WhenInManila.com appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:29
FBP 010: Q & A with Ron Cirujano – Country Manager of Elance Philippines
10! We have finally reached double digits! It’s our 10th episode and we promise to give you thousands of episodes more, so please keep tuning in. And also, give yourself a pat on the back for reaching this far. This episode is quite unique because it is not our usual interview show. It is actually […] The post FBP 010: Q & A with Ron Cirujano – Country Manager of Elance Philippines appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:29
FBP 011: Dream Job or Dream Life? – Freelancer Coach Genesis Reonico of Online Jobs University
I posted last time about the successful 2014 Freelancer Career Kick-off event sponsored by Elance Philippines where I mentioned that lady luck was on my side that day because I won a free training course from Online Jobs University that was worth P4,500! And my luck extended even after the event because it gave me the opportunity […] The post FBP 011: Dream Job or Dream Life? – Freelancer Coach Genesis Reonico of Online Jobs University appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:29
FBP 012: Freelancing to The Next Level with Stef Gonzaga of The Freelance Pinoy (Part 1)
The Freelance Pinoy has been one of my inspirations and resources when I was first thinking about creating Freelance Blend back in October of 2013. At first, I was thinking that The Freelance Pinoy website will be a competitor of Freelance Blend in the Philippine freelance niche, but I quickly thought to myself that, in […] The post FBP 012: Freelancing to The Next Level with Stef Gonzaga of The Freelance Pinoy (Part 1) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:28
FBP 013: Freelancing to The Next Level with Stef Gonzaga of The Freelance Pinoy (Part 2)
As promised, here is Part 2 of our talk with Stef Gonzaga, founder of The Freelance Pinoy website. In this episode, we will dive deeper into the next 2 of the 3 most popular questions asked by freelancers. How do I sustain myself with freelancing? How do I get paid? If you remember in Part 1 […] The post FBP 013: Freelancing to The Next Level with Stef Gonzaga of The Freelance Pinoy (Part 2) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:28
FBP 014: From Non-Athlete To Running Maven – Jaymie Pizarro of TheBullRunner.com
Running. It’s something that I’ve always really wanted to do, but somehow couldn’t get myself to. I play basketball once a week and suspension training about twice a week. Those activities need a bit more preparation but still, I am able to get myself to do it. With running – one of the easiest sports […] The post FBP 014: From Non-Athlete To Running Maven – Jaymie Pizarro of TheBullRunner.com appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:28
FBP 015: Work At Home Opportunities for Persons With Disabilities with Dandy Victa of NCDA
Dandy Victa and I met during one of Freelance Blend Manila’s meetup events sometime in January of this year at the Cucina Andare, the weekend market outside Glorietta Center in Makati City. I remember us ordering the same German sausage (it was so good) from this food stall and that’s when we first chatted. He […] The post FBP 015: Work At Home Opportunities for Persons With Disabilities with Dandy Victa of NCDA appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:28
FBP 016: Let’s Get Digital with Janette Toral of DigitalFilipino.com
When I was briefing Ms. Janette Toral — founder of DigitalFilipino.com and considered “The Mother of the E-Commerce Law in the Philippines” — prior to the interview about the program flow of the Freelance Blend Podcast, she said something like, “I already listened to the previous episodes so I already know how the show works.”, […] The post FBP 016: Let’s Get Digital with Janette Toral of DigitalFilipino.com appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:28
FBP 017: Walang Ganyan sa Pinas – Takeaways From My U.S. Trip (Part 1)
November 1996. The last time I have been to the Land of Milk and Honey – good ole United States of America. It was my graduation gift from my parents after grinding for almost 4 years in college. A well-deserved vacation. Fast forward to April 2014. Marriage, two kids and two jobs later and I […] The post FBP 017: Walang Ganyan sa Pinas – Takeaways From My U.S. Trip (Part 1) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:28
FBP 018: Walang Ganyan sa Pinas – Takeaways From My U.S. Trip (Part 2)
In Part 2 of the “Walang Ganyan Sa Pinas” podcast series, I continue to talk about life in the United States compared to my homeland, the Philippines, as my 5-week vacation in the “Land of Apple Pies, Burgers, and Cheesesteaks” comes to a close. I recorded this episode while I was still in Point […] The post FBP 018: Walang Ganyan sa Pinas – Takeaways From My U.S. Trip (Part 2) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:28
FBP 019: Walang Ganyan sa Pinas – 10 Things I Love About The States (Part 3)
This is the third and last part of the podcast series, “Walang Ganyan Sa Pinas”, where I recount my experiences during my 5-week vacation in the United States of America. For this series-ender, I talk about the 10 things that I love about the States and will surely miss when I leave within the […] The post FBP 019: Walang Ganyan sa Pinas – 10 Things I Love About The States (Part 3) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:28
FBP 020: Non-Sleazy Ways of Working and Earning from Home
Despite the gruelling heat, it feels good to be back in my home country, the Philippines, and lie down in my own bed. Whew. Now, I am so excited to publish this week’s blog and podcast episode. Did you miss me? 🙂 Well, this week, I would like to answer some of the most popular […] The post FBP 020: Non-Sleazy Ways of Working and Earning from Home appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:28
FBP 021: How To Earn Big in Elance with Ron Cirujano
In Freelance Blend Podcast Episode 20, I talked about the many ways you can earn from the comforts of your own home, avoiding the hassles and stress of a regular 9-to-5 worker. (Click here to listen to Episode 20: Non-Sleazy Ways of Working and Earning From Home). One of the ways I mentioned of […] The post FBP 021: How To Earn Big in Elance with Ron Cirujano appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:28
FBP 022: Podcasting – Top 10 Reasons Why You Start Your Own Show Now
Yes, I admit. I am a podcast addict. Since discovering podcasts sometime last year, I have been consuming podcasts during my daily grind – going to and from work. You could say that I consume about 10-12 hours of podcasts a week. In fact, I have written a blog post about why you should listen […] The post FBP 022: Podcasting – Top 10 Reasons Why You Start Your Own Show Now appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:28
FBP 023: Building Passion Businesses and Blogs with Ginger Arboleda of Manila Workshops
We really live in a small world. I have been following our guest for this episode, Ginger Arboleda – the charming professional blogger for MommyGinger.com and ManilaReviews.com and founder of booming businesses such as Manila Workshops (events), Kooky Loopy (baby clothes), Steps Project (advocacy) and Memory Crafts (craft box subscription) – since I interviewed Martine de Luna […] The post FBP 023: Building Passion Businesses and Blogs with Ginger Arboleda of Manila Workshops appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:28
FBP 024: Getting Real with Raymond Tribdino of Integreat
Happy Independence Day to all our independent Work At Home Warriors out there, the Pinoy freelancer! What a great day to relax and celebrate the holiday by listening to the story of an independent dude himself, Raymond Tribdino from Integreat. You will learn how he left very stable and high-paying positions at top multinational companies […] The post FBP 024: Getting Real with Raymond Tribdino of Integreat appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:28
FBP 026: Successful Freelancing and Entrepreneurship with Ademar Tutor of Codetoki
Honesty is such a lonely word. Yes, for Billy Joel. But not, for Ademar Tutor. Meet Ademar Tutor, the freelance software developer extraordinaire and founder of Codetoki. During Episode 21, we asked Ron Cirujano, GM of Elance-oDesk, to refer us to an actual living and breathing example of a Filipino success story from oDesk and […] The post FBP 026: Successful Freelancing and Entrepreneurship with Ademar Tutor of Codetoki appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:28
FBP 027: Budgeting and Investment Tips for Freelancers with Jenny del Mundo of Sun Life
Money. One of the main concerns of everyone. As they say, it makes the world go ’round. Moreso for freelancers, who do not have a steady stream of moolah flowing into their bank accounts, not like their cubicle counterparts — the office worker. That’s why for this episode, we invited Ms Jenny del Mundo, […] The post FBP 027: Budgeting and Investment Tips for Freelancers with Jenny del Mundo of Sun Life appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:28
FBP 028: The 3 Steps to Financial Freedom with Fitz Villafuerte
10 months ago, Freelance Blend was just an idea inside my head. The blog, the podcast and the community. All of the concepts and dreams just hovering in my mind while in the shower or before going to sleep. Then, the idea started slowly to take shape in the next few weeks. 9 months ago, I […] The post FBP 028: The 3 Steps to Financial Freedom with Fitz Villafuerte appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:28
FBP 029: My Favorite Apps, Tools and Resources for Freelancers
I have to admit, I am a productivity geek. I like finding the latest apps, website, or software that will help me in my freedom business and also in my day-to-day existence. The App Store is my friend and I check it almost every other day for the new and noteworthy apps that are featured on the […] The post FBP 029: My Favorite Apps, Tools and Resources for Freelancers appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:27
FBP 030: The Power of Kindle and the Top 5 Life-Changing Books for Freelancers (Hint: 3 of them enabled me to earn passive income)
UPDATE: I have erroneously uploaded the previous podcast episode (#29) for this week’s episode. Thanks to our avid listener, Ingrid, for pointing it out. Our listeners are so awesome! Sorry again and please try to download again this podcast episode. Yes, I am a book worm. You can call me all the names that you […] The post FBP 030: The Power of Kindle and the Top 5 Life-Changing Books for Freelancers (Hint: 3 of them enabled me to earn passive income) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:27
FBP 031: How to Give the Most Popular Gifts with Amazon and iTunes
Every year, whenever the 1st of September comes along, it never fails that one of my friends (and I’m sure one of your friends as well) will post a status update in Facebook of this now famous line, “BER months na! What’s more, Christmas songs are heard everywhere – from the radio stations to the shopping malls. […] The post FBP 031: How to Give the Most Popular Gifts with Amazon and iTunes appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:27
FBP 032: 5 Reasons Why You Should Watch Out for the New Apple Watch
I have never been this excited about a product since the iPod. I have said it time and again in this blog and in the podcast, I am an Apple fan boy. I idolize Steve Jobs, the late chief evangelist of Apple. Even Jony Ive, the Brit who is the top designer of iconic products […] The post FBP 032: 5 Reasons Why You Should Watch Out for the New Apple Watch appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:27
FBP 033: Building a Game-Changing Freelance Site with Ian Mendoza of eSerbisyo
Elance and Odesk, two of most popular freelance marketplaces right now, originated in the US while another well-known freelancer site, Freelancer.com, has its roots in Australia. I got really intrigued when I learned about a Philippine version of these sites, eSerbisyo.ph, through its founder, Ian Strauss Mendoza, who reached out to me via my blog […] The post FBP 033: Building a Game-Changing Freelance Site with Ian Mendoza of eSerbisyo appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:27
FBP 034: Hear From the Experts at The Freelancing for Beginners Workshop (Plus a FREE Giveaway at the End of the Podcast)
I would like to thank once again all those who attended the Freelancing for Beginners 1.0 The Rerun workshop last September 27. It was really an honor for me to share my knowledge and experience to those who are willing to learn, take action and follow their dreams of becoming freedom entrepreneurs. That is why […] The post FBP 034: Hear From the Experts at The Freelancing for Beginners Workshop (Plus a FREE Giveaway at the End of the Podcast) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:27
FBP 035: On Becoming a Slasher with Heinz Bulos The Writer/Editor/Publisher/Events Producer
Slasher. That’s what Heinz Bulos, CEO of Learning Curve and Editor-In-Chief of MoneySense Magazine, calls himself. No, he’s not the Jack The Ripper, the Jason of Friday the 13th or the Freddy Krueger type of guy. You can consider Heinz a slasher because if you ask him the proverbial ice-breaker, “So, what do you do?”, […] The post FBP 035: On Becoming a Slasher with Heinz Bulos The Writer/Editor/Publisher/Events Producer appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:27
FBP 036: Paul Artadi – Instant Sales Using Instagram with Mr Pimp Kicks
Starstruck. That’s what I felt when I was interviewing the very first PBA player to guest on the Freelance Blend Podcast. I have always said that aside being a podcast addict, I also am a basketball addict. And I always wondered how it was to interview ballers, especially how the iconic basketball commentators like Smokin’ […] The post FBP 036: Paul Artadi – Instant Sales Using Instagram with Mr Pimp Kicks appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:27
FBP 037: How to Turn Your Idea Into a Start Up Business With Jojy Azurin of Freelancer.com
I know very little about the startup world that’s why when Jojy Azurin, Regional Director for Continental Asia of Freelancer.com, shared with me his stories about this growing community in the Philippines, I became so fascinated about the topic that we ran out of time talking about our main subject for the interview that day, […] The post FBP 037: How to Turn Your Idea Into a Start Up Business With Jojy Azurin of Freelancer.com appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:27
FBP 038: Co-Working To Step Up Your Freelance Biz with Chesa Zimmer-Santos and KC Coling of co.lab
Hey, freelancer. Are you feeling down and uninspired working all alone at home? Do you need another pair of eyes to look at the blog post that you have been writing and re-writing all day for your client? Are you a developer struggling to find a local web designer who you can collaborate with for […] The post FBP 038: Co-Working To Step Up Your Freelance Biz with Chesa Zimmer-Santos and KC Coling of co.lab appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:27
FBP 039: On Becoming the Top Freelancer Nation with Evan Tan of Freelancer.com
As mentioned in Episode 37 with Jojy Azurin of Freelancer.com, this is the second part of our interview with Freelancer.com’s top honchos, Jojy and Evan Tan. For this show, we will feature Evan Tan, the Regional Director of South East Asia. Evan is the young, dashing, bearded (maybe I should grow my beard just like […] The post FBP 039: On Becoming the Top Freelancer Nation with Evan Tan of Freelancer.com appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:27
FBP 040: Top 5 Reasons Why Freelancers Should Attend Events (No Matter How Small)
You can never underestimate the power of human interaction. For freelancers, the best way to harness this is through networking. I can say that I am where I am now, and Freelance Blend – my freelancer community – is what is it is now because of networking. Please don’t get me wrong. I am not […] The post FBP 040: Top 5 Reasons Why Freelancers Should Attend Events (No Matter How Small) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:27
FBP 041: The Best of Freelance Blend Podcast – Interview with Anton Diaz of OurAwesomePlanet.com Part 1
Wow! 2014 has been a crazy and fulfilling year for me and Freelance Blend – the podcast, the blog and the community! I was able to accomplish a lot of things since the first podcast episode of the Freelance Blend Podcast was published on January 1st of 2014. I was able to get featured on […] The post FBP 041: The Best of Freelance Blend Podcast – Interview with Anton Diaz of OurAwesomePlanet.com Part 1 appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:27
FBP 042: The Best of Freelance Blend Podcast – Interview with Anton Diaz of OurAwesomePlanet.com Part 2
I would like to greet one and all a very prosperous 2015! I truly hope that you had a safe and meaningful celebration with your loved ones, just as I did. I am so excited for 2015 to start, because we have a lot of stuff in store for you. Please do watch out for […] The post FBP 042: The Best of Freelance Blend Podcast – Interview with Anton Diaz of OurAwesomePlanet.com Part 2 appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:27
FBP 043: Winning Tips from The Freelancer.com Team and The Fast 50 Rising Online Jobs
During my interviews with Jojy Azurin, Freelancer.com‘s Regional Director for Continental Asia, (Episode 37) and Evan Tan, Regional Director for Southeast Asia (Episode 39), we mentioned that we will talk about in a future podcast how freelancers can take advantage of one of the top freelances marketplaces in the world, Freelancer.com, and also answer some […] The post FBP 043: Winning Tips from The Freelancer.com Team and The Fast 50 Rising Online Jobs appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:27
FBP 044: How to Earn from Your Rakets with Lyle Jover of Raket.ph
“What’s your racket?” Although the term “racket” may have a negative connotation — according to TheFreeDictionary.com the term racket means “an illegal moneymaking activity, especially one controlled by organized crime” — the term has slowly transformed into a more positive word, implying a sideline or a side project. So when somebody asks you the question, “What’s your racket?”, you should not get offended. Rather, you should respond by […] The post FBP 044: How to Earn from Your Rakets with Lyle Jover of Raket.ph appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:27
FBP 045: How to Use an E-Wallet Service like Paypana.ph with Alejandro Patino
There are many options for Filipinos (especially Filipino freelancers) to receive payments from people based outside the country — be it their relatives, friends, or clients for their freelance enterprises. I talked about one of those options, Payoneer, in the episode, FBP 025: How to Encash Your Freelance Earnings With Payoneer – Part 1. The most […] The post FBP 045: How to Use an E-Wallet Service like Paypana.ph with Alejandro Patino appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:26
FBP 046: The Filspirational Freelancer – Karl Balingit
This is my first double-interview for the Freelance Blend Podcast and I am doing it with Iloilo-born podcaster, Karl Balingit of the newest inspirational Filipino podcast, Filspiration. Aside from learning about Karl’s life as a young freelancer and podcaster, you will learn more about the host of Freelance Blend Podcast. Yes, that’s me :). Here […] The post FBP 046: The Filspirational Freelancer – Karl Balingit appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:26
FBP 047: On Being a Podcaster, an Author and a Huppy Yuppie with Mighty Rasing
This is the second of our double-interview series with fellow Pinoy podcasters. Last week, we featured Karl Balingit of the Filspiration podcast and he interviewed me as well. (In case you missed it, please click here). For this episode, I interview Mighty Rasing, founder and host of the Happy Yuppie podcast. He is also a former […] The post FBP 047: On Being a Podcaster, an Author and a Huppy Yuppie with Mighty Rasing appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:26
FBP 048: Ask Marv – How to Become a Networking Ninja Even If You Are an Introvert
I receive lots of questions via email and through social media and to be able to answer you and share my answers to everyone, I decided to launch my Ask Marv portion for this episode. Ask Marv are short, bite-sized podcast episodes where I answer all of your more pressing questions about freelancing, podcasting, blogging, […] The post FBP 048: Ask Marv – How to Become a Networking Ninja Even If You Are an Introvert appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:26
FBP 049: The Good and The Bad of Being an OFW with author Anne Quintos of Abroad Me
Are you thinking of leaving the country as an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) to earn more for your family? Or are you already living and working abroad and coping with the challenges of being an OFW such as homesickness, culture shock, and loneliness? Then, you should grab a copy of “Abroad Me: 22 Success Strategies for Young […] The post FBP 049: The Good and The Bad of Being an OFW with author Anne Quintos of Abroad Me appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:26
FBP 050: Ultra Easy Payment for Filipino Freelancers with Jonathan Chester of Bitwage.co
In this episode, we interview the founder and Chief Operating Officer of Bitwage.co, Jonathan Chester, across the miles from his home in Sunnyvale, California. His company, Bitwage, is a startup Silicon Valley company that will change the way Filipino freelancers — and maybe in the future, even employees — accept payments from their clients or […] The post FBP 050: Ultra Easy Payment for Filipino Freelancers with Jonathan Chester of Bitwage.co appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:26
FBP 051: Ask Marv – How to Choose a Niche and Spark Engagement with Your Blog Readers
In this 2nd episode of the Ask Marv portion of the podcast, we feature the question emailed to me by Patricia of the blog Ideacrib.net. Patricia has been blogging for nearly 4 years and is getting some website traffic to her blog but in terms of the level of engagement from the readers (most likely in […] The post FBP 051: Ask Marv – How to Choose a Niche and Spark Engagement with Your Blog Readers appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:26
FBP 052: 6 Reasons Why You Should Use Facebook Ads to Grow Your Freelance or Small Business
Admit it or not, Facebook has taken over your life. You wake up in the morning and the first thing you do? Kiss your spouse and say, “Good morning”? No. You check the Facebook app in your smartphone for the latest news. When you retire on your bed at night, do you say your prayers […] The post FBP 052: 6 Reasons Why You Should Use Facebook Ads to Grow Your Freelance or Small Business appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:26
FBP 053: Leaving OFW Life to Become a Freelancer with Allan Donato of Payoneer – (Sign Up and Earn $25)
In this episode, our guest is also an OFW like our previous guest in Episode 49, Anne Quintos the author of Abroad Me book. However, this time our guest is already a former OFW who has discovered freelancing to escape his engineering job in Saudi Arabia to come home after just 2 years. He is […] The post FBP 053: Leaving OFW Life to Become a Freelancer with Allan Donato of Payoneer – (Sign Up and Earn $25) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:26
FBP 054: Leaving a Design Agency to Become a Freelance Packaging Designer with Len Lopez of DesignCrowd
I was recently invited to attend an event by DesignCrowd, an online marketplace and crowd sourcing platform for graphic designers. I have never been at an event for graphic designers, and I felt right at home once I stepped inside the auditorium at A Space and started mingling with my fellow artists (if you could […] The post FBP 054: Leaving a Design Agency to Become a Freelance Packaging Designer with Len Lopez of DesignCrowd appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:26
FBP 055: Thriving as an Ebay Top-Rated Power Seller with Eireen Diokno Bernardo – Part 1
Before we start with the show, I again would like to thank from the bottom of my heart the participants of the highly successful Personal Branding Workshop for Freelancers and Entrepreneurs last May 16 and 23. In fact, I am still high from the workshop, even if it was almost a month ago. Everyone — from the […] The post FBP 055: Thriving as an Ebay Top-Rated Power Seller with Eireen Diokno Bernardo – Part 1 appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:26
FBP 056: Thriving as an Ebay Top-Rated Power Seller with Eireen Diokno Bernardo – Part 2
I am happy to bring back my lovely new friend, Eireen Diokno Bernardo, an e-commerce education specialist at Ecommerce102.com and top-rated power seller in eBay, for Part 2 of our very interesting interview. In case you missed the story of how her husband, Angelo Bernardo Jr., used his retrenchment money to buy a truckload of […] The post FBP 056: Thriving as an Ebay Top-Rated Power Seller with Eireen Diokno Bernardo – Part 2 appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:26
FBP 057: How to Earn Big as an Uber Partner Driver
This is one of my most exciting shows ever. As you may know, I have recently retired from my job (why? check out this article in case you missed it) and am now a freelancer. Yey! And now that my transportation expenses (gas, parking, etc.) are no longer being reimbursed by an employer, I now have […] The post FBP 057: How to Earn Big as an Uber Partner Driver appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:26
FBP 058: Freelance Model Turned Entrepreneur – Gail Garcia
Before the rise of online freelance jobs, there were already the traditional freelancers — self-employed individuals who are not necessarily committed to a particular employer long-term (definition from wikipedia.org). In fact, the term “free-lance” has been around since the 1800’s, when author Sir Walter Scott, used the term in his book, Ivanhoe, to describe the knights […] The post FBP 058: Freelance Model Turned Entrepreneur – Gail Garcia appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:26
FBP 059: Ask Marv – How To Overcome Your Fears Going Into Freelancing
In this episode of Ask Marv, I answer two questions that I received from listeners that are somehow related. Both are about fear – fears that those who are thinking of going into freelancing are currently facing. Here are the questions: “How do I overcome fear? Fear of losing the constant source of income every 15 […] The post FBP 059: Ask Marv – How To Overcome Your Fears Going Into Freelancing appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:26
FBP 060: How To Have a More Productive and Creative Day with The Life SAVERS
In a previous blog post, I talked about how Hal Elrod’s The Miracle Morning has been transforming my life day-to-day. It’s the single most thing that I do, aside from sipping my favorite cup of Starbuck Veranda blend, that energizes me and get’s my mind and body started and revved up to tackle my day’s most […] The post FBP 060: How To Have a More Productive and Creative Day with The Life SAVERS appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:26
FBP 061: [Freelancer Hack] How to Brew Your Perfect Cup of Starbucks Coffee at Home
Like most of you freelancers out there, I am a coffee addict. There I said it! In fact, I want one now, even if I promised to drink only one cup a day and I already had one this morning. Excuse me. I’ll be back Okay now I’m back with my Starbucks House Blend. Whohooo! […] The post FBP 061: [Freelancer Hack] How to Brew Your Perfect Cup of Starbucks Coffee at Home appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:25
FBP 062: Open Forum with Graphic Design Experts at the Graphic Artists Philippines Meetup – Part 1
“Rock ‘n roll to the world!” – The mantra that our group shouted during the recent Graphic Artists’ Meetup last July 25th at the Microsoft Office in Makati City. (Thanks Ryan Rems for allowing us to use your famous words.) Graphic artists are rock stars anyway. It was a fun and enriching afternoon with my […] The post FBP 062: Open Forum with Graphic Design Experts at the Graphic Artists Philippines Meetup – Part 1 appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:25
FBP 063: Open Forum with Expert Graphic Artists at the Graphic Artists Philippines Meetup – Part 2
As promised, here is Part 2 of our panel discussion with our expert graphic artists — Jakjak Suson, Ernie Parcon, Michael Chua, Dan Amorsolo and Tim Ang — during the first Graphic Artists’ Meetup in partnership with Graphic Artists Philippines group that was held last July 25, 2015 at the Microsoft Office in Makati City. […] The post FBP 063: Open Forum with Expert Graphic Artists at the Graphic Artists Philippines Meetup – Part 2 appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:25
FBP 064 – Lessons on Entrepreneurship with Romy Miranda of 199Jobs.com
I’m so glad to have recovered from the flu that has gotten me down and on bed rest the past few days. It’s so nice to get back all my energy and strength to post this new podcast. Our guest for this week is Romy Miranda, business development and community manager at 199Jobs.com. Key Takeaways […] The post FBP 064 – Lessons on Entrepreneurship with Romy Miranda of 199Jobs.com appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:25
FBP 065: How to Overcome Disabilities with PWD Freelancer Krissy Bisda
This may be one of our most inspirational episodes ever. Being a Person With Disability or a PWD like today’s guest, Krissy Bisda, can really be challenging, even in today’s advanced world. Criselda Bisda or “Krissy” Bisda became totally blind or visually impaired (the politically correct term) due to a rare condition called Retinitis Pigmentosa just before […] The post FBP 065: How to Overcome Disabilities with PWD Freelancer Krissy Bisda appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:25
How to Update Your SSS and Philhealth Records in Under 2 Hours (FBP 066)
Last week was a very fulfilling week for me. First, I am still high from my talk in front of my 3rd grade son’s class as an alumnus of the school. It was very motivating for me to share about my experiences as a freelancer, entrepreneur, podcaster and author. I hope to be able to […] The post How to Update Your SSS and Philhealth Records in Under 2 Hours (FBP 066) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:25
FBP 067: How to Escape the Corporate World with Jon Orana of Internet Business Master Class
Eskapo! Do you remember that iconic 1990’s Chito Rono movie featuring Richard Gomez as Serge Osmena and Christopher de Leon as Geny Lopez? Well, if you are my age, you may remember it. Set in the 1970’s, it’s the story of how two brave young men bravely escaped a prison camp during the Marcos regime and lived to tell about […] The post FBP 067: How to Escape the Corporate World with Jon Orana of Internet Business Master Class appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:25
FBP 068: [AskMarv] How Is The State of Online Business in The Philippines?
This week, we have another short, merienda-sized episode of #AskMarv. Our question comes from Vincent Imbat of VincentImbat.com. He is a writer, teacher, researcher and according to him, a freelancer, not in the conventional but in the truest sense of the word. #AskMarv Question For The Week: “How is the state of online businesses in […] The post FBP 068: [AskMarv] How Is The State of Online Business in The Philippines? appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:25
FBP 069: BIR Registration for Freelancers in 3 Simple Steps with Al Sabado
BIR registration and taxation for freelancers has been one of the hottest topics that has been asked of me and, I am sure, many other of you freelancers out there. If you have not been asked the question, maybe you yourself have these questions in your mind but have no one else to ask. Thankfully, there’s […] The post FBP 069: BIR Registration for Freelancers in 3 Simple Steps with Al Sabado appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:25
FBP 070: How to Overcome Loneliness as a Freelancer or Solopreneur (Live Q&A in Periscope)
I have heard about Periscope in May of this year and started to join this hot new social media platform. But I didn’t understand it at that time. In fact a lot of people did not understand it that time. I was in a beach in Bohol and started sharing the view of the beach […] The post FBP 070: How to Overcome Loneliness as a Freelancer or Solopreneur (Live Q&A in Periscope) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:25
FBP 071: Personal Branding Success Story – Mike Grogan of Best Of You Podcast
Are you a serial learner — someone who reads tons of business books or attends various workshops — but never took action or applied what you learned from those books or workshops? Yes, a lot of people I know are like that and you may be guilty of that. But not our guest for this episode, […] The post FBP 071: Personal Branding Success Story – Mike Grogan of Best Of You Podcast appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:25
FBP 072: How to Use Evernote and LinkedIn to Network at Events plus Marv at the #dimsummit2015
It was my first time to attend Digital Filipino’s Digital Influencers Marketing Summit last October 10, 2015 and I really had an amazing time. Kudos to Miss Digital Filipino herself, Janette Toral, for orchestrating a highly successful and buzzworthy event. I was really surprised and flattered at the same time to get an invitation from Janette […] The post FBP 072: How to Use Evernote and LinkedIn to Network at Events plus Marv at the #dimsummit2015 appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:25
FBP 073: How To Juggle Motherhood and Business with Janice Villanueva of Mommy Mundo
It was a privilege to be invited to speak at the this year’s Digital Influencers Marketing Summit hosted by Janette Toral of Digital Filipino. I met a lot of great people in the event and I invited many of them to come to the show to share their awesomeness. (Stay tuned for that.) One of […] The post FBP 073: How To Juggle Motherhood and Business with Janice Villanueva of Mommy Mundo appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:25
FBP 074: How to Freelance for Big Brands with Bram Warshafsky of 5Crowd
Here at Freelance Blend, one of our goals is to provide you freelancers with all the possible options available online to get profitable gigs to grow your freelance business and then let you decide which one (or ones) best suits your needs. One of the newest freelance marketplaces to hit the scene and for you […] The post FBP 074: How to Freelance for Big Brands with Bram Warshafsky of 5Crowd appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:25
FBP 075: Harnessing The Law of Attraction with Freelance Marketer and Radio Host Grace Nicolas
This week, we talk to another wonderful person I met at the Digital Influencers Marketing Summit 2015. She is none other than engineer, co-founder of TAG Media, marketing expert and radio host, Grace Nicolas. In fact, it was she who invited me first to her radio show “Let’s Talk About Career” at DZME 1530 AM, […] The post FBP 075: Harnessing The Law of Attraction with Freelance Marketer and Radio Host Grace Nicolas appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:25
FBP 076: [Webinar Recording] 7 Steps to A Successful Freelance Business – Part 1
In case you missed our highly successful and free webinar last October 21, 2015, don’t worry. We are replaying the 1st part of the “7 Steps to a Successful Freelance Business” that I hosted together with the CEO of ManilaWorkshops.com, Ginger Arboleda, who was a previous guest here in Freelance Blend Podcast. Below are the 7 […] The post FBP 076: [Webinar Recording] 7 Steps to A Successful Freelance Business – Part 1 appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:25
FBP 077: [Webinar Recording] 7 Steps to A Successful Freelance Business – Part 2
This is the 2nd part of the “7 Steps to a Successful Freelance Business” free webinar held last October 21, 2015 that I hosted together with Ginger Arboleda of Manila Workshops. In case you missed the first part, just go to: www.freelanceblend.com/76 In part 2, we discussed the 7th step to a successful freelance business plus a […] The post FBP 077: [Webinar Recording] 7 Steps to A Successful Freelance Business – Part 2 appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:24
FBP 078: [AskMarv] Is it better to brand yourself or brand individual businesses?
In this episode of #AskMarv — a portion of the Freelance Blend Podcast where I answer your most pressing questions — I answer a great personal branding question that was asked by one of our followers via e-mail. Here is her question: Is it better to brand yourself and then mold businesses or is […] The post FBP 078: [AskMarv] Is it better to brand yourself or brand individual businesses? appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:24
FBP 079: BONUS – Join the Free Group Coaching Webinar with Marv de Leon
As we are about to close 2015, it’s time to look back on the past few months and ask yourself these two important questions: Have I fulfilled my business goals for the year 2015? Am I ready to face the new year with new challenges and my new business goals? If you’re answer is […] The post FBP 079: BONUS – Join the Free Group Coaching Webinar with Marv de Leon appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:24
FBP 080: Watch the replay of our first Group Coaching Webinar and Join the 2nd webinar on December 8
In case you missed the first free Group Coaching Webinar last December 1, then you can watch the replay below where you will learn some tips shared not just by myself by the other participants inside the webinar — Billy, Francisco and Rick. Just a little bit of warning though, the webinar runs for 2 […] The post FBP 080: Watch the replay of our first Group Coaching Webinar and Join the 2nd webinar on December 8 appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:24
FBP 081: How to Become the Next Podcast Idol (my talk at the #iblog11)
I love talking about podcasts — the impact of listening to them daily and also of creating my own show — to anyone who cares to listen to my “speech” (or maybe sermon 🙂 ). And I was glad to get invited to #iblog11 or the 11th Philippine Blogging Summit that was held last December […] The post FBP 081: How to Become the Next Podcast Idol (my talk at the #iblog11) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:24
FBP 082: Nikki Tiu – Freelance Make-up Artist and Award-Winning Beauty Blogger at AskMeWhats.com
Professional, Consistent and Bubbly. The three words that I can think of to best describe our guest for today at the Freelance Blend Podcast — freelance make-up artist, best beauty blogger at the 2013 Virtual Style Awards, brand consultant, lifestyle blogger at AskMeWhats.com, and hands-on mom — Nikki Tiu. Professional. I admire Nikki’s professionalism when […] The post FBP 082: Nikki Tiu – Freelance Make-up Artist and Award-Winning Beauty Blogger at AskMeWhats.com appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:24
FBP 083: 3 Things I Learned from 2015 Miss Universe Winner Pia Wurtzbach
I would like to greet each one of you a very Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year! You have made 2015 for Freelance Blend it’s best year so far and I am looking forward to giving value to each one of you in the years ahead. Maraming salamat po! In this episode, I discuss […] The post FBP 083: 3 Things I Learned from 2015 Miss Universe Winner Pia Wurtzbach appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:24
FBP 084: Webinar Replay of our Free Group Coaching Session last December 8, 2015
As my New Year’s gift to you, my listeners, I am sharing with you the replay of our highly successful webinar held last December 8, 2015 via Google Hangouts On Air. Listening to the replay again earlier, I got exhilarated by the many golden tips that were shared not only by myself, but also our […] The post FBP 084: Webinar Replay of our Free Group Coaching Session last December 8, 2015 appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:24
FBP 085: [AskMarv] How I stay motivated during low points in my freelancing life
In this new AskMarv episode of the Freelance Blend Podcast, I answer the question sent to me by an anonymous listener, who we will call Delia. Here is her question: “Marv, how do you stay motivated during low points in your freelancing life?” Thank you for that question, Delia. Here are the 5 steps on […] The post FBP 085: [AskMarv] How I stay motivated during low points in my freelancing life appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:24
FBP 086: How Freelancers Can Get Long-Term Online Jobs with John Jonas of OnlineJobs.ph
We have a very special guest for Freelance Blend Podcast – John Jonas, the founder of OnlineJobs.ph and advocate of the 17-hour work week. John created OnlineJobs.ph when he saw the demand for good Filipino talents among his fellow US entrepreneurs. In this episode, you’ll learn why Americans love working with Filipinos and how you […] The post FBP 086: How Freelancers Can Get Long-Term Online Jobs with John Jonas of OnlineJobs.ph appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:24
FBP 087: A Step-By-Step Guide on How to Use Snapchat
In this episode you’re going to learn: How I got started with Snapchat after interviewing Nikki Tiu. (Listen to our interview here: freelanceblend.com/82) How and why I got addicted with this phenomenal new messaging app. The five reasons why solopreneurs should be on Snapchat now, and; How you can get started with Snapchat today. A […] The post FBP 087: A Step-By-Step Guide on How to Use Snapchat appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:24
FBP 088: How to Start a Network Marketing Career with Ktin Gutierrez of TheAlphaGirl.com
“Open minded ka ba sa business?” If you’ve ever found yourself wondering about network marketing, our special guest today at the Freelance Blend Podcast could most likely tell you a thing or two. Ktin Gutierrez, The Alpha Girl, is a network marketing maven who left her executive level job in finance to further pursue her career […] The post FBP 088: How to Start a Network Marketing Career with Ktin Gutierrez of TheAlphaGirl.com appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:24
FBP 089: Blogging Basics Part 1 – Why Blogging Is Good for You
Time has really gone fast. One more podcast and we’re on episode 90. Today’s podcast episode is a short but chunky one. It’s the first of two episodes I’m recording on the subject of blogging. Most of our workshop attendees expressed that starting or transporting a blog in WordPress is one of their major concerns. […] The post FBP 089: Blogging Basics Part 1 – Why Blogging Is Good for You appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:24
FBP 090: Blogging Basics Part 2 – The 5 Elements of an Epic Blog
This is the second part of our Blogging Basics series where we talk about 5 elements of an epic blog. You can listen to the first part by clicking this link: FBP 089: Blogging Basics Part 1 – Why Blogging Is Good For You The 5 Elements of an Epic Blog 1. The right niche. […] The post FBP 090: Blogging Basics Part 2 – The 5 Elements of an Epic Blog appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:24
FBP 091: Uplifting The Lives of The OFWs with Burn Gutierrez of Angat Pilipinas and Rock To Riches Blog
Six years ago, Ortigas and other cities around Metro Manila were devastated by typhoon Ondoy. Burn Gutierrez’s family was one of the many people who lost thousands if not millions worth of assets and properties due to strong winds and flooding. In what was otherwise a disaster was born the beginnings of one of the […] The post FBP 091: Uplifting The Lives of The OFWs with Burn Gutierrez of Angat Pilipinas and Rock To Riches Blog appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:24
FBP 092: 12 Takeaways From My Hong Kong Trip – Walang Ganyan sa Pinas Series (Part 1)
I recently went to Hong Kong to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary and we took the kids with us. It was generally an awesome break from work and business and yet project ideas kept coming during the long commutes we took in the course of the trip. That’s what I love about vacations like these! […] The post FBP 092: 12 Takeaways From My Hong Kong Trip – Walang Ganyan sa Pinas Series (Part 1) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:23
FBP 093: Top 10 Things I Love About Hong Kong – Walang Ganyan sa Pinas Series (Part 2)
Have you ever thought about how life in the Philippines, especially in Metro Manila, would be like if we have a safe and convenient airport that connects trains, buses and other public utility vehicles into an almost flawless transport system? Well, that’s just one of the many things I love about Hong Kong. Last week, […] The post FBP 093: Top 10 Things I Love About Hong Kong – Walang Ganyan sa Pinas Series (Part 2) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:23
FBP 094 – From Freelancer to Tycoon with Roel Manarang of Tycoon.ph
At the young age of 12, he started learning coding and web design with no formal education – all by just reading books and forums. Friends used to pay him a bottle of coke or a hundred pesos for some help with their coding projects through which he earned around P 5,000 a month […] The post FBP 094 – From Freelancer to Tycoon with Roel Manarang of Tycoon.ph appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:23
FBP 095: How To Dominate in Upwork with Cath Quiambao of Freelancing.ph
How did you end up in freelancing? Was it a conscious decision or did life circumstances no longer allowed you to continue living with the grind of corporate life? Cath Quiambao, founder of Freelancing.ph and its thriving community of 4,000+ Filipino freelancers around the globe, ended up in freelancing accidentally. Struck by a rare auto-immune […] The post FBP 095: How To Dominate in Upwork with Cath Quiambao of Freelancing.ph appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:23
FBP 096 – Why Legacy is Greater Than Currency (a Facebook Live episode)
If you know you’ll die tomorrow, what legacy will you leave this world? Gary Vaynerchuck (more popularly known as “Gary V.”), world-renowned serial entrepreneur, wrote a bestselling book in 2009 entitled “Crush it!: Why NOW Is the Time to Cash In on Your Passion.” In this book, Gary V. dropped these already famous words: […] The post FBP 096 – Why Legacy is Greater Than Currency (a Facebook Live episode) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:23
FBP 097: Winning the Game of Wealth with J3 Patino (Live Blab Interview)
Juan Bernardo “J3” Patino, this week’s guest at the Freelance Blend Podcast, and myself have known each other for many years. J3’s eldest brother, JC, is my friend and classmate in high school. I remember going to their house with our barkada during the summer breaks because they always had the latest and coolest video […] The post FBP 097: Winning the Game of Wealth with J3 Patino (Live Blab Interview) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:23
FBP 98: [AskMarv] Answering your questions about successful freelancing
“How do I start freelancing? I’m overwhelmed with so much advice I don’t know where to begin!” This is the question and the feeling that most people get when they venture to be their own bosses. You may have the same feeling. Every day Filipinos opt to join the freelance bandwagon. In 2014, DOST […] The post FBP 98: [AskMarv] Answering your questions about successful freelancing appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:23
FBP 099: Upwork’s New Sliding Service Fee – How It Works and How Freelancers Will Be Affected
Upwork is one of the biggest freelance marketplaces in the world and about a million Filipino freelancers are making a living through this platform. It’s no wonder that many reacted negatively on the recent pricing scheme introduced by the company a few days ago. We explore this issue and much more detail in this week’s […] The post FBP 099: Upwork’s New Sliding Service Fee – How It Works and How Freelancers Will Be Affected appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:23
FBP 100: 16 Important Lessons That I Learned After 100 Episodes of Freelance Blend Podcast
On December 13, 2013, I published my very first podcast episode here in Freelance Blend. Today, more than two years later, I’m publishing my 100th podcast episode. Looking back, I could just say: “Wow, what a journey it has been!” My journey, like yours, is a testament to our tremendous potential to achieve our […] The post FBP 100: 16 Important Lessons That I Learned After 100 Episodes of Freelance Blend Podcast appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:23
FBP 101: Upwork’s New Sliding Service Fee with Althea Sagayno of Online Filipino Freelancers Group
Still panicking about the upcoming implementation of the new sliding service fee policy by Upwork? Then we hope to provide you some perspective on the issue and hopefully a lot of reassurance that everything will be okay if you are willing to do the work. Recently, here in Freelance Blend, we interviewed Althea Sagayno of […] The post FBP 101: Upwork’s New Sliding Service Fee with Althea Sagayno of Online Filipino Freelancers Group appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:23
FBP 102: Top 10 Takeaways From “The Rise of the Pinoy” Book
“I believe that every Filipino is worthy and capable of becoming World-Class.” This banner which appears on Mike Grogan’s website BestOfYou.ph can captivate any Filipino visitor. If that’s not enough, here’s another one: “I am convinced that we will see a First World Philippines in our lifetime.” Wow, what confidence in the Philippines coming […] The post FBP 102: Top 10 Takeaways From “The Rise of the Pinoy” Book appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:23
FBP 103: Inside a Coaching Call with Marv and Abigail Lim of SpeedyCards.ph
I truly believe that having a mentor is crucial if you want to succeed in your professional career or in business. You need someone to guide you, to tell you the truth (even if it hurts) and to lead you towards the right path. I myself don’t know how I would have survived the challenging […] The post FBP 103: Inside a Coaching Call with Marv and Abigail Lim of SpeedyCards.ph appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:23
FBP 104: How Freelancers Can Build Perfect Harmony in Business and Life with Michael Brooks of goLance.com
Flexibility Flexibility is one word that stood out the most in my conversation with Michael Brooks, CEO of goLance.com, an emerging marketplace for freelancers, for the Freelance Blend Podcast. “Flexibility is the foundation of our business,” said Michael as he detailed to me his philosophy on how freelancer platforms should work and how he applies […] The post FBP 104: How Freelancers Can Build Perfect Harmony in Business and Life with Michael Brooks of goLance.com appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:23
FBP 105: Audio Recording of “Personal Branding and Social Media Basics” Mini Workshop – Part 1
It has been a busy past few weeks for me as I have been flying around the country, speaking at various cities to teach my “Personal Branding and Social Media Basics” mini-workshop for Philam Life’s financial advisors. Aside from Manila, I have been to Cebu, Davao, Baguio, and many more cities to come. But before […] The post FBP 105: Audio Recording of “Personal Branding and Social Media Basics” Mini Workshop – Part 1 appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:23
FBP 106: Audio Recording of “Personal Branding and Social Media Basics” Mini Workshop – Part 2
Welcome to Part 2 of my “Personal Branding and Social Media Basics Mini Workshop” for financial advisors of Philam Life. In case you missed last week’s Part 1, you may click here: www.freelanceblend.com/105 I love going to Baguio and escaping the post-summer heat of Metro Manila. You can watch my Snapchat video of my short Baguio […] The post FBP 106: Audio Recording of “Personal Branding and Social Media Basics” Mini Workshop – Part 2 appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:23
FBP 107: Lessons from The Youthful Granny Virtual Assistant Liberty Baldovino
“Age is just a number.” This is true indeed for Liberty Baldovino, the person behind The Youthful Granny VA blog. Her blog name is an apt description of what she is: she is youthful, a granny to 3 grandkids, and a virtual assistant for 4 years. Libay’s story is a very inspiring one. She learned how […] The post FBP 107: Lessons from The Youthful Granny Virtual Assistant Liberty Baldovino appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:23
FBP 108: How To Monetize Your Blog with Ginger and Marv (a Facebook Live session)
When it comes to building a profitable blog, there is no such thing as an overnight success. A successful, income-generating blog is a product of multiple factors: a strong branding,clear understanding of the audience, dedication to producing valuable content, and a willingness to go beyond the digital realm. For others, earning from their blog took […] The post FBP 108: How To Monetize Your Blog with Ginger and Marv (a Facebook Live session) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:22
FBP 109: How To Earn as an Airbnb Host with Ryan Aldaba
If the transport sector has Uber, the hotel industry has Airbnb. Airbnb is currently disrupting the hotel industry with cheaper rates and a wide variety of homey accommodations ideal for every kind of traveler. But guests are not the only one who benefit from Airbnb. The platform has also made it possible for enterprising individuals […] The post FBP 109: How To Earn as an Airbnb Host with Ryan Aldaba appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:22
FBP 110: How To Use Instagram Stories For Your Biz
In case you missed the news because you were too busy playing Pokemon Go, here’s the latest from the largest photo and video-sharing app: Instagram introduced a new feature called Instagram Stories a couple of weeks ago. The app now allows users to share moments from their daily lives in the form of photos and […] The post FBP 110: How To Use Instagram Stories For Your Biz appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:22
FBP 111: Co-Working and Providing Jobs in Baguio with Ace Estrada of Calle Uno
Here is the ultimate freelancer’s work space dream: a place with free unlimited coffee, fast internet connection, reliable power source, and a pleasant, cold weather. I met Ace Estrada, president of Benguet ICT Council and founder of Calle Uno, a few weeks ago when I went to Baguio for my talk for Philam Life. I […] The post FBP 111: Co-Working and Providing Jobs in Baguio with Ace Estrada of Calle Uno appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:22
FBP 112: AskMarv – How To Get Rid of Your Analysis Paralysis and Get Things Done
It’s been a while since we had an AskMarv episode. I just recovered from the flu, could be both due to the weather and fatigue from back-to-back events. Even when sick and unable to do my usual tasks, I still continue to learn every day by listening to podcasts. If you’re a reader or a […] The post FBP 112: AskMarv – How To Get Rid of Your Analysis Paralysis and Get Things Done appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:22
FBP 113: How To Build Your Very Own Online Store with Dani Gil of Globe myBusiness
We freelancers are always on the lookout for more ways to grow our business. While a lot of us are utilizing social media platforms to build communities, promote our services, and to collaborate with other businesses and freelancers, there’s another way to do it that looks more professional, comes with the right tools to run […] The post FBP 113: How To Build Your Very Own Online Store with Dani Gil of Globe myBusiness appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:22
FBP 114: Why You Need To Start a Meetup Group
In 2013, I decided that it was time to finally test my idea. I wanted to know if there was a need for a freelancers’ community. So in November 9, 2013, I was surprised to see almost 30 fellow freelancers show up in the first ever Freelance Blend Meetup at Coffee Bean in Greenbelt 5. […] The post FBP 114: Why You Need To Start a Meetup Group appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:22
FBP 115: How To Start and Organize Your First Meetup
In Freelance Blend Podcast Episode 114, I talked about the importance of starting your own meetup group, the benefits, and my experiences in the Freelance Blend Manila Meetup group. I also shared how offline, face-to-face meetups has helped me grow both the freelancers’ community and my business. So now, here’s the how part! In this […] The post FBP 115: How To Start and Organize Your First Meetup appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:22
FBP 116: The Similarities Between Biking and Blogging
When I retired and left the corporate world 3 years ago, I decided to add better health and improved level of fitness as part of my goals. No matter how busy my schedule for the day is, I strive to exercise daily. However, I came to a point when I got bored with my fitness […] The post FBP 116: The Similarities Between Biking and Blogging appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:22
[New Course] The WordPress Blogging Basics Course is now open
Are you longing to share your story with the rest of the world through your very own platform —your Blog — but don’t know how and where to start? Are you a total blogging newbie? And are you a non-techie… you don’t even know what HTML stands for? (it’s HyperText Markup Language by the way.) […] The post [New Course] The WordPress Blogging Basics Course is now open appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:22
FBP 118: Behind The Scenes of My First Online Course (and How To Launch Yours)
While we are in the middle of launching my very first online course called The WordPress Blogging Basics Course inside my new Freelance Blend School, I would like to share with you how I did my launch through this episode, as I give you a special behind-the-scenes look inside the making of the course. In […] The post FBP 118: Behind The Scenes of My First Online Course (and How To Launch Yours) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:22
FBP 119: John Pagulayan – How To Become a 7-Figure Freelancer
What’s keeping Filipino freelancers from reaching their fullest potential? This week’s podcast guest and I agree that the mindset is the biggest culprit. Our podcast guest for this week is John Pagulayan, email copywriter and consultant of top online marketers (the likes of John Turner and Ryan Levesque, the best-selling author of Ask). Freelancers are […] The post FBP 119: John Pagulayan – How To Become a 7-Figure Freelancer appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:22
FBP 120: A Tribute To Ron Cirujano – Country Manager of Upwork
I heard about this news a day before The Freelancer Fair last November 19. This news is about the passing of Ron Cirujano, country manager of Upwork. First off, I would like to express my deepest and sincerest condolences to Ron ‘s family. Ron was such an inspiring person who was also very passionate about […] The post FBP 120: A Tribute To Ron Cirujano – Country Manager of Upwork appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:22
FBP 121: How I Made P16k in 30 Minutes During The Black Friday Sale
Would you like to earn 5-digits extra income in just 30 minutes? It sounds like one of those MLM catchphrases but I’m talking about my last Black Friday experience. It was a Saturday and my family and I booked a stay in a hotel in Ortigas for a short staycation to celebrate the birthday of […] The post FBP 121: How I Made P16k in 30 Minutes During The Black Friday Sale appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:22
FBP 122: Dominate 2017 with Google Calendar and Calendly
We’re left with a few days before 2016 ends. It’s a good time to look back and see how the year went but after reminiscing, it’s time to prepare for 2017. I believe in starting early so since November, I met with business partners to plan for the coming year. I’ve met with Manila Workshops […] The post FBP 122: Dominate 2017 with Google Calendar and Calendly appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:22
FBP 123: How to Start A Successful Workshop – Part 1
For a business to thrive, you have to establish your expertise in the industry. This could be a tough task especially if you are a newcomer but since I’m a solopreneur who can tell you “been there, done that”, I will cut the chase and give you this piece of advice: start a workshop. Conducting […] The post FBP 123: How to Start A Successful Workshop – Part 1 appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:22
FBP 124: How To Start a Successful Workshop – Part 2
This episode is part two of the How To Start A Successful Workshop series. In part one, I shared tips on how to prepare and promote for a workshop. If you haven’t watched that yet, click here. Listen to: FBP 124: How To Start a Successful Workshop – Part 1 In this new episode, I will […] The post FBP 124: How To Start a Successful Workshop – Part 2 appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:21
FBP 125: How to Travel the World as a Digital Nomad with Jason Dulay of Work From Home Roadmap
Location independence is a kind of freedom that digital nomads enjoy. With a laptop and a good internet connection, digital nomads can work anywhere. Some people dream of working from anywhere while others are already living the dream. If you think that it is a far-fetched vision for Filipinos working in offices, think again. More Filipinos […] The post FBP 125: How to Travel the World as a Digital Nomad with Jason Dulay of Work From Home Roadmap appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:21
FBP 126: Panel Discussion and Interview at The Freelancer Forum 2016
Being a freelancer can seem lonesome especially if you’re used to working with a team. You don’t have to be alone on this journey though! The key to making your work life fun is to find like-minded people, usually fellow freelancers and entrepreneurs, who knows what it’s like to oppose the norms. Just because we are […] The post FBP 126: Panel Discussion and Interview at The Freelancer Forum 2016 appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:21
FBP 127: Facebook Live Friday – Answering Your Questions about Freelancing
It’s been a while since I last hosted an Ask Marv session. Whether you are currently working in an office job and looking for an additional source of income or if you are considering to be a full-time freelancer, you surely have a lot of doubts and questions going on in your mind. I was in the same boat […] The post FBP 127: Facebook Live Friday – Answering Your Questions about Freelancing appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:21
FBP 128: What Happens During the Creatives + Entreps Mixer? (Audio Recording)
If you’ve been following previous posts here at Freelance Blend, you would know that I always excitedly talk about the Creative + Entrepreneur Mixer. Ever since I started the event in October last year, the number of attendees grew in size. The best part is most of attendees are regulars. The group sees each other every month […] The post FBP 128: What Happens During the Creatives + Entreps Mixer? (Audio Recording) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:21
FBP 129: Mon Ibrahim of DICT – The Future is Bright for Pinoy Freelancers
Update: About 3 weeks after our interview with Mr. Mon Ibrahim, he was appointed as the new Undersecretary of the DICT last March 13, 2017. Congrats USec. Mon! Freelancing changes lives and perspectives. Majority of us in the community, that includes all of you Freelance Blend podcast listeners and readers, are lucky enough to have […] The post FBP 129: Mon Ibrahim of DICT – The Future is Bright for Pinoy Freelancers appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:21
FBP 130: Janine Pring – Millennial Designer and Entrepreneur from Koronadal
Do you remember what is was like when you were 25? For Janine Pring, being 25 means running her own creative design studio and her own clothing line right in the heart of her hometown in Koronadal, South Cotabato. I met Janine in a PayPal Asia Pacific event last month and I was amazed at […] The post FBP 130: Janine Pring – Millennial Designer and Entrepreneur from Koronadal appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:21
FBP 131: Bobit Ebarle of Business Startup Blueprint – The 5-Step Framework To Start A Business
Failure is not an option for Bobit Ebarle. He took up business in college and joined the corporate world for a couple of years before he decided to finally do what he really wanted to do. He became a full-fledged entrepreneur. Armed with an P11M funding, Bobit ventured into a coconut sugar exporting business. His […] The post FBP 131: Bobit Ebarle of Business Startup Blueprint – The 5-Step Framework To Start A Business appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:21
FBP 132: AskMarv – Is freelancing fulfilling? What are the biggest challenges?
Note: We are republishing this blog and podcast post because of technical issues with the first one. Apologies if you get updated twice for this post. Thanks! Hello, Freelance Blenders! The podcast has been quiet in the last few weeks but I want to assure you that I’m planning and working on new ventures to […] The post FBP 132: AskMarv – Is freelancing fulfilling? What are the biggest challenges? appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:21
FBP 133: AskMarv – Answering Your Questions About Starting an Online Business
Did you listen or read last week’s podcast and blog post? In case you missed it, I addressed questions on the fulfillment that we get from freelancing and the challenges that one has to face, especially those who are new in the industry. And because I still have a lot more questions from Freelance Blenders, […] The post FBP 133: AskMarv – Answering Your Questions About Starting an Online Business appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:21
FBP 134: AskMarv: When To Consider Working Outside Freelancer Platforms
In the third installment of our Ask Marv episode, I chose questions that explore the different options of a freelancer. I was inspired by these questions and it made me reminisce about my own freelancing journey that started 3 years ago. “If you’re going to start with a freelancing platform like UpWork, when is it advisable […] The post FBP 134: AskMarv: When To Consider Working Outside Freelancer Platforms appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:21
FBP 135: Social Selling with Valerie Deveza – How To Get Clients Using Social Media
How do you get the attention of a prospective client on social media? If you think that it is as simple as sending a private message and introducing yourself out of the blue, think again. Winning deals with new clients require building relationships, whether in the offline or online world. Social Media Marketing may seem like a daunting task […] The post FBP 135: Social Selling with Valerie Deveza – How To Get Clients Using Social Media appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:21
[New Workshop]: Freelancing for Beginners Workshop
Aren’t you just tired? Tired of your 9-5 job? Tired of the stressful traffic, going back and forth to your office? Tired of not seeing your kids? Tired of working for your horrible boss? Relax….Why don’t you become a Freelancer? Learn how to become one by joining the 4th run of one of our most […] The post [New Workshop]: Freelancing for Beginners Workshop appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:21
FBP 136: How to Attract Direct Clients – Marv de Leon’s Interview with Jason Dulay
How did you land your first client? We all have our stories on how we found clients (or how clients found us). Most seasoned freelancers have anecdotes to share – from meeting them through a common friend, a connection on LinkedIn, from a freelancing meet-up event, or that serendipitous event that led to the first […] The post FBP 136: How to Attract Direct Clients – Marv de Leon’s Interview with Jason Dulay appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:21
FBP 137: Nix Eniego – Freelancing as a Teenager, Being a Fiverr Star and Digital Marketing Hacks for Business
Who would have thought that trading NBA cards in his early teens would pave the way for a digital marketing career? That is exactly what happened to our latest guest. I am thrilled to share FBP 137 with all of you Freelance Blend listeners! In this episode, I interviewed growth hacker, digital marketing consultant, and […] The post FBP 137: Nix Eniego – Freelancing as a Teenager, Being a Fiverr Star and Digital Marketing Hacks for Business appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:21
FBP 138: Blenders Virtual Chatup Recording – Discussion on Pinoy Freelancers’ Rate
Because online freelancers are in front of their computers most of the time, people may wonder if we ever get to socialize. The answer to that is a resounding “YES!” And we do it online too. When we are too busy and our schedules don’t match for an actual meetup, we meet online for our […] The post FBP 138: Blenders Virtual Chatup Recording – Discussion on Pinoy Freelancers’ Rate appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:21
FBP 139: AskMarv – How Do You Start a Podcast? How Do I Get My First Job?
It’s time for another Ask Marv session! If you are visiting this blog and listening to the Freelance Blend podcast for the first time, Ask Marv sessions are special episodes when I answer questions from my inbox. For this session, our readers and listeners have pressing questions in mind: How do you start podcasting? How […] The post FBP 139: AskMarv – How Do You Start a Podcast? How Do I Get My First Job? appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:20
FBP 140: AskMarv – What Are Techniques to Attract Clients?
Got a question in mind? Send your questions by replying to the newsletter (subscribe if you haven’t yet) or go to my Contact page for inquiries. You can also send me a message at Facebook.com/freelanceblend. In AskMarv sessions, I answer any question the best I can, as long as it’s related to freelancing, online business, […] The post FBP 140: AskMarv – What Are Techniques to Attract Clients? appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:20
FBP 141: AskMarv – Is Freelance Blend a One-Man Team? What Are Your Future Plans for Freelance Blend?
Are you curious about the behind-the-scenes at Freelance Blend? This week’s AskMarv session is a bit different from the usual. Instead of the regular questions on freelancing for beginners, our readers and listeners are interested to know about Freelance Blend the podcast and the brand itself. Is Freelance Blend managed by a one-man team? In […] The post FBP 141: AskMarv – Is Freelance Blend a One-Man Team? What Are Your Future Plans for Freelance Blend? appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:20
FBP 142: Super Easy Filing and Payment of Taxes for Freelancers with Ginger Arboleda of Taxumo
Most freelancers start as a one-man team. You do everything – from marketing and administrative tasks to the actual freelancing work. This includes accounting and taxation. Anyone coming from the corporate world is used to having their taxes sorted out for them. Most of us don’t have any idea how taxing (pun intended) and time-consuming […] The post FBP 142: Super Easy Filing and Payment of Taxes for Freelancers with Ginger Arboleda of Taxumo appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:20
FBP 143: AskMarv – How to Ace Your Client Interview
Are you considering to offer your services as a freelancer but you do not know where to start? You’re not alone. Many would-be freelancers find that starting is the hardest part. The only way to start your freelancing journey is to get your work out there. Let your potential clients know that you can help […] The post FBP 143: AskMarv – How to Ace Your Client Interview appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:20
FBP 144: John Pagulayan at the Trade Secrets MNL Workshop (Part 1)
A change of mindset is what Filipino freelancers need. This is one of the key points that John “The Legend” Pagulayan discussed during the one-day workshop sponsored by Trade Secrets MNL on September 23rd. I was present in the event, along with our friends from the freelancing industry, as panelists and speakers. For all […] The post FBP 144: John Pagulayan at the Trade Secrets MNL Workshop (Part 1) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:20
FBP 145: Panel Discussion at the Trade Secrets MNL Workshop (Part 2)
Did FBP 144 leave you hanging for more freelancing secrets? I knew you would be interested to know more so here’s an additional one for you: a recording of the panel discussion at the Trade Secrets MNL Workshop last September 23rd. Joining me as panelist were fellow freelancers John Pagulayan and Rowell Austria. This […] The post FBP 145: Panel Discussion at the Trade Secrets MNL Workshop (Part 2) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:20
FBP 146: 16 Things I Will Miss About Tokyo – Walang Ganyan Sa Pinas Series
Whenever I travel to other countries, I always take note of the good things that I would like to see happen in my own beloved Pilipinas. So on my recent trip to Tokyo, Japan, I made a mental note of all the things that I wish we had in the Philippines. My family and I […] The post FBP 146: 16 Things I Will Miss About Tokyo – Walang Ganyan Sa Pinas Series appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:20
FBP 147: The 3 + 3 Steps to Start and Grow Your Blog with Ace Gapuz of Blogapalooza
Back in the days when the Internet was just starting to boom, Internet-savvy and mostly young people started to share their stories online as a form of personal expression. This came to be known as blogging, coming from the word weblog. Fast forward to 2017, blogging has now become an essential and influential platform to […] The post FBP 147: The 3 + 3 Steps to Start and Grow Your Blog with Ace Gapuz of Blogapalooza appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:20
FBP 148: How to Successfully Run a Team of Freelancers with Fil-Australian – PJ Aguilar
“How do I start freelancing?” is the most common question that I get from aspiring freelancers. “The only way to start is to start”, that’s what our FBP 148 guest, PJ Aguilar, has to say about the topic. There can’t be any truer answer than that. PJ started out with her offline yoga business as […] The post FBP 148: How to Successfully Run a Team of Freelancers with Fil-Australian – PJ Aguilar appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:20
FBP 149: My One Word For 2018 and How to Rock Your New Year
FBP 149 does not only mark the start of the year but also the fourth year of Freelance Blend! It’s been four year, Blenders! I look back at the years and all I feel is an overwhelming gratitude for the Freelance Blend community. Thank you for listening for the past 4 years as we […] The post FBP 149: My One Word For 2018 and How to Rock Your New Year appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:20
FBP 150: A Tribute to My Father
I grew up in awe of my father. As a kid, I am especially fond of memories of flying in a plane with him as the pilot. There’s a special kind of delight that comes from knowing that my father is bringing us and everyone aboard to our destination, all safe and sound. Two weeks […] The post FBP 150: A Tribute to My Father appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:20
FBP 151: Crushing It with Messenger ChatBot Marketing Expert Niel Reichl
A combination of relentless drive and plenty of hard work turned unfortunate events into opportunities for our FBP 151 guest. This guy with an easy demeanor and bright outlook has also proved himself to be resilient and a fast learner. In 3 years, Neil Reichl has turned from a pharmaceutical sales rep to a ChatBot marketing […] The post FBP 151: Crushing It with Messenger ChatBot Marketing Expert Niel Reichl appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:20
FBP 152: 3 Social Media Secrets That CAN Make You Millions – Nix Eniego
My first few interactions with our FBP 152 guest was online via freelancing Facebook groups. Those interactions turned into in-person meet-ups, collaborations, and workshops. He is the founder of Arrive Media, co-founder of Social Media Academy Philippines, and Head of Marketing at Sprout Solutions. He’s a growth hacker, a social media marketer, a keynote speaker, and […] The post FBP 152: 3 Social Media Secrets That CAN Make You Millions – Nix Eniego appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:20
FBP 153: How to Price Big Projects (And Collaborate with a Super Team of Freelancers) with Julian Canita
Sometimes life throws a curveball and forces us to change our game plan. From being a hotel reservations team supervisor to a food listing website owner, our FBP 153 guest just kept on opening doors of opportunities until he finally found what works. By 2018, Julian Canita is now the go-to person for Facebook Advertising […] The post FBP 153: How to Price Big Projects (And Collaborate with a Super Team of Freelancers) with Julian Canita appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:20
FBP 154: Connecting Top-Caliber Filipino Freelancers With Clients in the US – Brianna Carney of CrewBloom
It has been said that Filipinos are one of the most hardworking people in the world. This is also the same observation that our guest for FBP 154, Brianna Carney, has come up with after staying in Asia for a year to gain more insights into the booming BPO industry. With a business development background […] The post FBP 154: Connecting Top-Caliber Filipino Freelancers With Clients in the US – Brianna Carney of CrewBloom appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:19
FBP 155: The 3 Crucial Videos You Need For Your Brand and Your Business with The Video Master Dennis “Shoden San” Abad
Multiple studies show that video gets the most user engagement on Facebook, with 10 times more engagement than any other type of content. This translates to 49% faster growth if your business has video content on Facebook. However, not all videos are created equal. Some fail to reach their target audience and some, while they […] The post FBP 155: The 3 Crucial Videos You Need For Your Brand and Your Business with The Video Master Dennis “Shoden San” Abad appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:19
FBP 156: How Long Did It Take for You to Earn Freelancing Income That Made You Quit Your Job?
It has been ages since we featured the last Ask Marv version but this time, we’re back with a list of questions. In answering these questions, I share my own freelancing journey starting from building a freelancing group, learning from experts I got to know in the industry, and then eventually becoming a freelancer. Listen […] The post FBP 156: How Long Did It Take for You to Earn Freelancing Income That Made You Quit Your Job? appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:19
FBP 157: AskMarv – How Can I Secure Long-Term Clients
We’re on a streak! Since I haven’t answered questions in a while, here’s another recording of AskMarv. You’ve got online work questions, I’ve got answers! In this episode, Blenders Renee, Jeane, and Patrick posted their questions: How can I secure employers and how long will it take for me to have freelance projects? How can […] The post FBP 157: AskMarv – How Can I Secure Long-Term Clients appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:19
FBP 158: AskMarv – How Do I Choose a Niche?
You took a lot of courses already, you are aware of different ways to be a successful freelancer or work-at-home professional, you have monetized your online business but somehow, you are still at lost which path to take. Does that sound familiar? Most of us have been through the same dilemma of finding a niche […] The post FBP 158: AskMarv – How Do I Choose a Niche? appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:19
FBP 159: Why Freelancers Need to Get a Unionbank EON Card
Freelancers will all agree when I say that time is money. Imagine the number of times that you were stuck in traffic or in a queue and you just end up wondering about other things that could have been a better and productive use of your time. So whenever I find more convenient ways of […] The post FBP 159: Why Freelancers Need to Get a Unionbank EON Card appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:19
FBP 160 – How Freelancers Should Invest Their Hard Earned Money with Mr. Common Cents Carlo Mercado
“Work from home ba? Sarap naman! Madali lang yan!” Raise your hands if you ever heard this line from relatives and friends. From those who only see us as working from home or a coffee shop, the job may look easy. Little do they know that it took us years before we got to where […] The post FBP 160 – How Freelancers Should Invest Their Hard Earned Money with Mr. Common Cents Carlo Mercado appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:19
FBP 161: Empowering PWDs Through Digital Skills Training with Ryan Gersava of Virtualahan
Instead of letting a huge obstacle bring him down, our FBP 161 guest took that same obstacle and overcame it, not only for himself but also for people facing the same hurdle. Ryan Gersava was on his way to becoming a medical doctor until he was diagnosed with a serious medical condition. The realization that […] The post FBP 161: Empowering PWDs Through Digital Skills Training with Ryan Gersava of Virtualahan appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:19
FBP 162: Bridging The Gap Between Entrepreneurs and Interns with Gladis Morales of Zestagram
At a time when most teens are focused on exploring the possibilities of adulthood, Gladis Morales went ahead and started her first entrepreneurial venture. Driven by the need to raise funds to support her studies, she turned to tutoring as a way of earning an income. She started when she was in high school. About […] The post FBP 162: Bridging The Gap Between Entrepreneurs and Interns with Gladis Morales of Zestagram appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:19
FBP 163: Selfie Banking Demo and Other Security Features of EON card
Why is EON Card (by Unionbank) one of the most preferred payment facilities for freelancers? In Freelance Blend Podcast episode 159, I showed you the 3 reasons why you should be using an EON card. Those 3 main benefits are: better security, increased convenience and a wide range of services. (You can watch the vlog here.) Now, in […] The post FBP 163: Selfie Banking Demo and Other Security Features of EON card appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:19
How to Setup and Activate Your Unionbank EON Card (FBP 164)
Have you already got your hands on a Unionbank EON card — one of the better payment facilities for us freelancers? If you don’t have an EON card yet, then please watch the previous episodes where we discussed the benefits of the EON card for freelancers and its unique security features like selfie banking. If you already […] The post How to Setup and Activate Your Unionbank EON Card (FBP 164) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:19
The Under-The-Radar But Lucrative Side Gig You Can Start Today [and details about my Free Webinar] (FBP 165)
This weekend, I hopped on my Facebook profile and our Freelance Blend Facebook Page to talk about this under-the-radar but lucrative side gig that you can start today (but you may not realize you are doing it already). That topic is actually one of the most popular topics during my free webinar “The 3 Biggest […] The post The Under-The-Radar But Lucrative Side Gig You Can Start Today [and details about my Free Webinar] (FBP 165) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:19
How to Link Your EON Card to Paypal and Withdraw Money in Real-Time (FBP 166)
There is probably nothing worse that could happen to a freelancer than not being able to take hold of his or her hard-earned cash. This is especially true in times of emergency. Well, with the Unionbank EON card, getting your money fast should no longer be a problem. In Freelance Blend Podcast episode 164, you […] The post How to Link Your EON Card to Paypal and Withdraw Money in Real-Time (FBP 166) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:19
How to Grow a Facebook Group to More Than 100K Members with CJ Maturino-Cajoles (FBP 167)
CJ’s story is not so different from the many stories of women who turned to freelance after an important milestone in their life: the coming of a child. Seven years ago, CJ was answering calls and emails in a business process outsourcing (BPO) company when she got the news that she was having her […] The post How to Grow a Facebook Group to More Than 100K Members with CJ Maturino-Cajoles (FBP 167) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:19
The Top 12 Desktop Tools That I Use Everyday as a Freelancer (FBP 168)
Working in the digital space can be as challenging as working in any traditional jobs. That is why the right tools can really help make our everyday life as freelancers a lot easier. Recently, I talked with my tribe on a Facebook Live call where I shared the top 12 desktop tools that I use […] The post The Top 12 Desktop Tools That I Use Everyday as a Freelancer (FBP 168) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:19
How to Upgrade Your EON Starter Card to EON Lite and Withdraw Money From an ATM (FBP 169)
Here in the Freelance Blend Podcast, we’ve talked a lot about the Union Bank EON card. In past episodes, we learned about the different security features of the card, how to set up and activate it, and how to link it with PayPal for withdrawal. There’s just so much good that this card offers so […] The post How to Upgrade Your EON Starter Card to EON Lite and Withdraw Money From an ATM (FBP 169) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:19
How to Become an Expert Social Media Manager with Melissa Profeta (FBP 170)
“Nung high school pa lang nagtitinda na’ko ng mga snacks. So ako si, ano tawag dito, si ‘bayong girl’,” Melissa laughed as she started talking about the beginnings of her entrepreneurial journey. “Alam mo yung parang ano, printed na bayong na malaki na tinitinda sa palengke? Yun, dalawang ganon lagi ang dala ko,” she continued […] The post How to Become an Expert Social Media Manager with Melissa Profeta (FBP 170) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:18
How to Use Your EON Card to Shop at Stores (FBP 171)
The Unionbank EON card is like a swiss army knife for freelancers. There’s just a lot of financial tasks you as a freelancer can accomplish by using it. You can get paid through the card then withdraw your cash from any ATM using EON. But did you know that you can also use the card […] The post How to Use Your EON Card to Shop at Stores (FBP 171) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:18
The Benefits of Coworking for Freelancers – Elbert Guintivano of Ground Up (FBP 172)
Elbert Guintivano was a Field Service Engineer managing his employer’s operations at the Southern California region when he came into close contact with remote work. Aside from experiencing it firsthand, transitioning from an office-based to a home-based/on-the-road arrangement, he was also serving people in the startup industry who were working remotely. When he was sent […] The post The Benefits of Coworking for Freelancers – Elbert Guintivano of Ground Up (FBP 172) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:18
How I Became a Digital Marketer and How You Can Too (FBP 173)
When I was starting, I was aware that I knew very little about online marketing. On top of that, I felt like what I did in my previous job didn’t relate that much with what I wanted to do online. But what I did have was courage and a lot of drive for learning. And […] The post How I Became a Digital Marketer and How You Can Too (FBP 173) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:18
[FREE Web Class]: The 3 Biggest Secrets to Getting Your First Freelance Side Gig (Even if You Have a Full-Time Job)
Sometime ago, I asked this question from our freelancer community: “What’s your biggest challenge in starting a freelance side gig? And here are the common answers that I got: “How to juggle my 9-hour work shift + 2 hrs travel and raising my 2yr old daughter and 1yr old son. I barely have time left […] The post [FREE Web Class]: The 3 Biggest Secrets to Getting Your First Freelance Side Gig (Even if You Have a Full-Time Job) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:18
How to get your FREE P100 Credits with an EON Virtual Account – ENDING SOON (FBP 174)
Delayed na naman ba ang pag-transfer ng freelance payments mo? Hanap ka ulit ng encasher? You may not know this, but there IS a FASTER way for you to withdraw your funds! Did you know that with EON, you can get your payments in real time? No need to wait for DAYS just to get […] The post How to get your FREE P100 Credits with an EON Virtual Account – ENDING SOON (FBP 174) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:18
Cindy Burdette of AllCare – Why Freelancers Need Healthcare and Other Employee Benefits (FBP 175)
While working as the Head of B2B Sales and Growth at STORM, a Philippine tech startup, Cindy Burdette noticed a huge pain point experienced by the contractors and freelancers hired by these large multinational companies that she worked with at STORM. The problem: They didn’t have health insurance. “We would see people who were basically […] The post Cindy Burdette of AllCare – Why Freelancers Need Healthcare and Other Employee Benefits (FBP 175) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:18
Book Review: Shoe Dog by Nike Founder Phil Knight (FBP 176)
When I was given the book “Shoe Dog,” an autobiography written by Nike’s founder Phil Knight, as a Christmas gift, I knew I had to read it. Nike is one of my favorite brands and I love sports, especially basketball. So, I read the book in two months and it is the only book that […] The post Book Review: Shoe Dog by Nike Founder Phil Knight (FBP 176) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:18
How to Be a Digital Nomad Family & Travel with Kids with Ricky Shetty (FBP 177)
A high-paying job, a beautiful house, and a wonderful family — Ricky Shetty had all of these. He was living the “suburban dream” in Vancouver, Canada with his wife and three kids. His was a life that many people around the world would envy. But he was missing one thing, the most important thing: happiness. […] The post How to Be a Digital Nomad Family & Travel with Kids with Ricky Shetty (FBP 177) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:18
How To Work with Australian Clients and All About The Working Remote Conference 2019 (FBP 178)
A large chunk of clients served by Filipino freelancers is coming from the United States. In fact, according to a 2018 survey conducted by Paypal in 2018, 60% of their clients come from the U.S. For us Pinoy freelancers, the main advantage of working with American clients is financial — the US dollar exchange rate […] The post How To Work with Australian Clients and All About The Working Remote Conference 2019 (FBP 178) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:18
Are You Still a Freelancer, Marv? (FBP 179)
Five years ago, I started this podcast. Today, as I publish its 179th episode, a lot of things have already happened. In the past few months, avid listeners of the show may have noticed a decline in the episodes I published. So, many are asking, “What happened?” The reason behind my short hiatus is this: […] The post Are You Still a Freelancer, Marv? (FBP 179) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:18
How to Turn Trash Into Cash with Facebook Marketplace (FBP 180)
Do you have things you barely use lying around your house? Perhaps an old pair of rubber shoes your son outgrew or a brand-new bike you didn’t get to use because you just got a lot busy. If you have this unpleasant feeling of regret and waste when you see these items, fear not. There […] The post How to Turn Trash Into Cash with Facebook Marketplace (FBP 180) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:18
How To Use The Profit First System For Freelancers (FBP 181)
It’s a common story. Day One: You get paid. Day Two: All your money is gone due to payments made for bills and debt. It’s a problem for both employees and freelancers. We all can’t seem to save, let alone enjoy, the fruits of our labor. This creates even more stress to the freelancer whose […] The post How To Use The Profit First System For Freelancers (FBP 181) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:18
13 Tips for First Time Remote Workers – Coronavirus Lockdown Edition (FBP 182)
In this episode of the Freelance Blend Podcast, Marv de Leon shares his 13 tips for first-time remote workers, particularly employees who are being asked by their companies to work from home because of the spread of the coronavirus, forcing the government to impose the enhanced community quarantine (a.k.a lockdown). The lockdown has caused thousands […] The post 13 Tips for First Time Remote Workers – Coronavirus Lockdown Edition (FBP 182) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:18
COVID Break: How Business Owners Can Thrive During The Lockdown (FBP 183)
In this round-up discussion, we call COVID Break, an online conversion with people from various industries, we take a break from all the stressful COVID news and focus on how we can thrive as business owners during this lockdown due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Co-hosting this show with me is Dennis “Shoden” Abad – Guide and […] The post COVID Break: How Business Owners Can Thrive During The Lockdown (FBP 183) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:18
COVID Break 2: How Small Businesses Can Thrive During The Lockdown (FBP 184)
This is the 2nd episode of COVID Break, a new show that we started to help small business owners affected by the lockdown due to the Coronavirus outbreak. Thousands and thousand of businesses across the world have been forced to shutdown, not only stressing out many entrepreneurs — but their employees too. And that’s why […] The post COVID Break 2: How Small Businesses Can Thrive During The Lockdown (FBP 184) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:17
Marketing in The Time of Covid – Service-Based Biz Edition (FBP 185)
In this episode of Covid Break, we talk all about marketing for service-based businesses during the time of Covid-19. It is important for small business owners to remove the fear that they have during these times and start taking action! In this session, Marv de Leon talks about the different stages that entrepreneurs (and even […] The post Marketing in The Time of Covid – Service-Based Biz Edition (FBP 185) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:17
Marketing in the Time of COVID – Email Marketing Edition (FBP 186)
In this episode of Covid Break – an online discussion with entrepreneurs and freelancers on how to survive and thrive in the time of COVID — we talk about email marketing for small business owners. Or listen to the episode here (text link) >> http://traffic.libsyn.com/freelanceblend/Marketing_in_the_Time_of_COVID_-_Email_Marketing_Edition_FBP_186.mp3 Our guest, my friend and the country’s top email marketing […] The post Marketing in the Time of COVID – Email Marketing Edition (FBP 186) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:17
How Businesses Can Bounce Back From Covid with Jason Dela Rosa of Bounce Back PH (FBP 187)
Our guest for this episode is Mr. Jason dela Rosa, founder of the growing Facebook community called Bounce Back PH. As the founder of this fledgling group composed of business owners (from MSMEs to large corporations), NGOs, government units, media, professionals, freelancers, OFWs, employees and basically everyone affected by this Covid-19 pandemic, Jason’s shares with […] The post How Businesses Can Bounce Back From Covid with Jason Dela Rosa of Bounce Back PH (FBP 187) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:17
How to Pandemic-Proof Your Business – School Edition (FBP 188)
We are all aware that schools are one of the hardest-hit industries by the covid-19 crisis and that’s why in this session of Covid Break inside the Samahan Group, we discuss how to pandemic-proof these institutions and invited representatives from Metro Manila-based preschools — Little Archers Learning Center and Mano Amiga Academy. Or listen to […] The post How to Pandemic-Proof Your Business – School Edition (FBP 188) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:17
[Workshop] How to Create Your First Chatbot For Your Business
With the world still in a standstill, employee-driven customer service channels are unavailable and queries unanswered. But it seems there are quite several marketing and sales teams that are effective and successful with their chatbot strategies. However, we still see a lot of hesitation from a lot of brands; they are asking the same question, […] The post [Workshop] How to Create Your First Chatbot For Your Business appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:17
How to Pandemic-Proof Your Business – Serial Entrepreneur Edition (FBP 189)
How are entrepreneurs, especially those with multiple business (a.k.a. serial entrepreneurs), are coping during this covid-19 pandemic? For this episode of Freelance Blend Podcast and Covid Break, we asked two of the most successful serial entrepreneurs I know talk about their current struggles and how they plan to bounce back — even if this pandemic […] The post How to Pandemic-Proof Your Business – Serial Entrepreneur Edition (FBP 189) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:17
The 30 Fast-Rising Freelance Gigs in The New Normal (FBP 190)
It’s already been about 4 months since the whole world has been hit by the covid-19 pandemic and it has not only been a health crisis, but an economic crisis as well. Businesses have been closing left and right, resulting in a scarcity of freelancing gigs available in the market. This is what we all […] The post The 30 Fast-Rising Freelance Gigs in The New Normal (FBP 190) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:17
10 Tips on How to Get Freelance Gigs in the New Normal (FBP 191)
In the previous episode — The 30 Fast-Rising Freelance Gigs in The New Normal (FBP 190) — I talked about the freelance gigs that have emerged during this covid-19 pandemic. Or listen to the episode here (CLICK this link) >> Freelance Blend Podcast Ep. 191 However, I realized that I wasn’t able to tell you HOW to get those […] The post 10 Tips on How to Get Freelance Gigs in the New Normal (FBP 191) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:17
Empowering The Gig Economy at QBO Qlitan (FBP 192)
I was fortunate to have been invited to this webinar called Qlitan by QBO Innovation Hub with the topic “Empowering the Gig Economy”. Or listen to the episode here (CLICK this link) >> Freelance Blend Podcast Ep. 192 In the first few 9:30 minutes of this episode, you will hear from Marella Ricketts of QBO who will talk about […] The post Empowering The Gig Economy at QBO Qlitan (FBP 192) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:17
The Top Productivity Apps That I Use to Work From Home in 2020 (FBP 193)
In this episode of the Freelance Blend Podcast, I share with you the top productivity apps that I personally use to work from home this 2020 (a.k.a. The Year of the Pandemic). Or listen to the episode here (CLICK this link) >> Freelance Blend Podcast Ep. 193 From being a freelancer for 5 years then […] The post The Top Productivity Apps That I Use to Work From Home in 2020 (FBP 193) appeared first on Freelance Blend.
11 Mar 08:17
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