The Lonely Freelancer Intro

Welcome to The Lonely Freelancer! In this episode, I introduce the podcast, myself and my business. Give it a listen and subscribe for more!

11 Mar 09:12

Choosing The Right Imagery For Your Brand | TLB

From setting up a website to curating your Instagram feed, finding the right imagery for your brand is crucial. I'm sharing the audio transcript of my latest blog post here, and you can read along here: https://nikkimccaig.com/business/brand-imagery/

11 Mar 09:12

Why You Should Be Your Own Client First

The Lonely Freelancer, with Nikki McCaig. In this week's episode, I share my advice for becoming your own client first. From presenting your business in the right way for you to looking at your skills from the perspective of a potential client, I've got it covered.

11 Mar 09:12

How To Be Positively Distracted | TLB

How do you manage your distractions? Is there such a thing as a good distraction, and if so, how do we timetable our procrastination? In the latest episode of The Lonely Freelancer, I'm sharing my tips for staying productive, whilst still enjoying the distractions that matter. Check out my original blog post here: https://nikkimccaig.com/business/positive-distraction/

11 Mar 09:12

How Much For The Women? Sexism and the Female Economy

The Lonely Freelancer, with Nikki McCaig. In this week's episode, I share my stories of sexism within my own various workplaces. From a supermarket assistant to a freelance marketer, I've experience discrimination, harrassment and inequality my entire working life and finally, I've had enough.

11 Mar 09:12

How To Create A Mentally Healthy Workplace | TLB

Is your office up to scratch with it's wellness policies? How do you create a mentally healthy workplace without being patronising or discriminatory? In the latest episode of The Lonely Freelancer, I'm sharing my tips for building a calm, productive and encouraging workspace for all of your employees. Check out my original blog post here: https://nikkimccaig.com/mental-health/create-a-mentally-healthy-workplace/

11 Mar 09:12

How To Use Pinterest Productively | TLf

Struggling to use Pinterest productively to improve your business marketing? In my latest podcast episode I share my tips for utilising Pinterest as an effective marketing platform and using it to help improve your web traffic!

11 Mar 09:12

10 Achievements in 10 Years of a Woman | TLB

In the latest episode of The Lonely Blogger, and in honour of International Women's Day 2020, I share the 10 achievements I'm proud of from the past 10 years. I've been through heartbreak, pain, struggle and stress to get where I am now and I wanted to share some of my successes with my lovely listeners. Check out the original blog post here: https://nikkimccaig.com/lifestyle/10-achievements-in-10-years-of-a-woman/

11 Mar 09:12

How To Build Your Marketing Career From Scratch | TLF

In the latest episode of The Lonely Freelancer, I'm talking about the very start of the marketing journey - from your first ever tweet, to creating your own work experience from home. I share my advice for impressing your future bosses, plotting your career path and finding out if marketing is truly the right field for you.

11 Mar 09:12

Find A Hobby That Makes You Poorer | Tlb

In the latest episode of the Lonely Freelancer, I talk about the passions and hobbies we have that actually make us poorer, but happier. In today's digital world, it can be hard to fight the temptation to monetise all of our interests but sometimes it's better to simply spend money on the things you love. Read the original here: https://nikkimccaig.com/lifestyle/find-a-hobby-that-makes-you-poorer/

11 Mar 09:12

Organise My Inbox With Me | TLf

In the latest episode of the Lonely Freelancer, I talk you through my process for de-cluttering and organising my inbox. From my addiction to colour-coordinated labels, to my ever growing digital folder collection, I walk through my everyday routine for managing my emails!

11 Mar 09:12

What I Miss About Working Full-Time | TLF

In the latest episode of The Lonely Freelancer, I share the elements of working in a full time role that I've been missing recently. You can read along here: https://nikkimccaig.com/business/what-i-miss-about-working-full-time/

11 Mar 09:12

Let’s Talk About Ethical Marketing: COVID-19 Edition

In the latest episode of the Lonely Freelancer, I talk about the power of ethical marketing and share my advice for becoming a little more empathetic during the time of Corona.

11 Mar 09:12

How To Cope With Anxiety In The Workplace | TLF

In the latest episode of The Lonely Freelancer, I'm sharing my advice for coping with anxiety in the workplace (or even in your work-from-home place). To read along with this episode, you can check out the blog post here: https://nikkimccaig.com/business/coping-with-anxiety-in-the-workplace/.

11 Mar 09:11

The Benefits of Blogging As A Freelancer

In the latest episode of The Lonely Freelancer, I'm sharing why I blog and the benefits of starting a blog as a freelancer. To read the post, click here: https://nikkimccaig.com/business/the-benefits-of-blogging-as-a-freelancer/

11 Mar 09:11

How to Escape From Lockdown: Films, TV and Music | TLF

In the latest episode of The Lonely Freelancer, I'm sharing my favourite recommendations of the shows, films and albums helping me to get through lockdown! (There is a language rating on this episode, so please bear that in mind when listening!) Read along here: https://nikkimccaig.com/lifestyle/how-to-escape-from-lockdown-films-tv-and-music/

11 Mar 09:11

Was University Worth It: Film Student to Freelancer | TLf

In this episode of the Lonely Freelancer, I'm sharing my experiences of university, studing film and television, and my road to becoming a freelancer. I'm discussing whether university was worth it for me, and the lessons I learned along the way! Read along here: https://nikkimccaig.com/lifestyle/film-student-to-freelancer/

11 Mar 09:11

How To Handle Negative Client Feedback | TLF

In my latest episode, I'm talking about how to handle negative feedback from your clients, and sharing some of my strategies for coping with criticism productively! Read along: https://nikkimccaig.com/business/how-to-handle-negative-client-feedback/

11 Mar 09:11

Interview With A Freelancer: Will J Carman - Filmmaker | TLf

In this episode of The Lonely Freelancer, I interview Will J Carman - a Nottingham based freelance filmmaker on his experiences of self employment and working in the industry. Read along: https://nikkimccaig.com/business/will-carman-filmmaker/

11 Mar 09:11

How To Write Inclusive Copy For Your Business | TLF

In my latest post, I share my advice for writing inclusive copy for your business, and improving ethical practices within your digital presence. Read along: https://nikkimccaig.com/digital/how-to-write-inclusive-copy-for-your-business/

11 Mar 09:11

Freelance FAQs Part II: Working and Surviving in 2020

In today's episode of The Lonely Freelancer, I wanted to answer some of the most common questions people are asking about freelancing during lockdown, surviving 2020 as a self-employed worker and staying productive in a world of chaos. Read along: https://nikkimccaig.com/business/freelance-faqs-part-ii-working-and-surviving-in-2020/

11 Mar 09:11

The Seven Deadly Sins of Self Motivation | TLF

In this episode of the Lonely Freelancer, I analyse the Seven Deadly Sins of Self Motivation, and explore which sins I'm far too guilty of. Read along: https://nikkimccaig.com/business/the-seven-deadly-sins-of-self-motivation/

11 Mar 09:11

Can I Be A Good Freelancer With Bad Mental Health | TLF

In the latest episode of the Lonely Freelancer, I explore whether you can be a good and successful freelancer whilst living with bad mental health. Read along: https://nikkimccaig.com/mental-health/can-i-be-a-good-freelancer-with-bad-mental-health/

11 Mar 09:11

Five Key Personal Skills for Great Freelancing | TLF

In the latest episode of The Lonely Freelancer, I share the top key personal skills you need to become a successful freelancer. Read along: https://nikkimccaig.com/digital/personal-skills-for-freelancing/

11 Mar 09:11

How I Designed My Freelance Marketing Website | TLF

In the latest episode of The Lonely Freelancer, I share my process for developing and building my own website as a freelance marketer using Wordpress. Read along: https://nikkimccaig.com/digital/how-i-designed-my-website/

11 Mar 09:11

So You’ve Made A Marketing Mistake? Now What? | TLF

In this week's episode of The Lonely Freelancer, I talk about what happens when we make a marketing mistake, and the best steps to take in the hours that follow. Read along: https://nikkimccaig.com/digital/marketing-mistake/

11 Mar 09:11

5 Ways Freelancers Waste Their Money | TLF

In the latest episode of The Lonely Freelancer, I talk about the ways in which freelancers waste their budgets, and the easiest ways to cut back at the end of the month! Read along: https://nikkimccaig.com/business/5-things-freelancers-waste-money-on/

11 Mar 09:11

Simple DIY Branding for a Small Business | TLF

For this week's episode of The Lonely Freelance, I've created a step-by-step guide to creating, designing and implementing your very own DIY branding for your small business. Read along: https://nikkimccaig.com/business/simple-diy-branding-for-a-small-business/

11 Mar 09:11

Reasons To Start A Podcast | TLF

In the latest episode of The Lonely Freelancer, I talk about starting a podcast and all of the reasons you should start one too! Read along: https://nikkimccaig.com/digital/reasons-to-start-podcast/

11 Mar 09:10

Six Reasons Not To Hire A Freelancer | TLF

In the latest episode of The Lonely Freelancer, I talk about what to expect when hiring a freelancer and your top six reasons NOT to hire one! Read along: https://nikkimccaig.com/business/six-reasons-not-hire-freelancer/

11 Mar 09:10

The Most Important Lessons NOT to Learn from Inside Missguided | TLF

Bubblegum pink meeting rooms, fluffy unicorns, free ice lollies, and high heels — finding out the truth about Inside Missguided. Read along: https://nikkimccaig.com/digital/inside-missguided/

11 Mar 09:10

5 Ways Workplaces Can Cause Employee Anxiety | Tlf

In 2021, the modern workplace looks very different from its 2019 counterpart. I'm sharing the 5 ways that workplaces can cause their employees to feel anxious, stressed and burned out - without even realising it. Listen to The Lonely Freelancer or read along: https://bit.ly/380IuFN

11 Mar 09:10