Listen to the latest episode hereIt’s been a fun week here at Freelance Lifestyle HQ. I merged my Instagram accounts, so I’ll just be using my @Emmacossey account going forward. I’ve also landed a new digital client, a few new coaching clients, and a current client called me “Laxative for the creative mind”, after I helped her unblock her creative flow (she’s done AMAZING things since). That might be the best compliment I’ve ever had.
While I was chatting away on Instagram Stories at the weekend, I shared a little meme of questions for freelancers
I was pretty surprised that many didn’t read any business or self-development books. As a self-confessed junkie of self development books, I thought it might be useful to come up with some business/self dev book recommendations for people who don’t usually read them. So, I shared them on my latest podcast episode! All of the books I’ve mentioned have theories that can be applied to your professional and personal life. From one that helps you overcome your fears, to another which helps you work out the best way to motivate yourself.
Pour yourself a cuppa and grab a mince pie (yes, they’re already in the shops!). It’s freelance teabreak time. Show notes Where to find the books:
The Five Second Rule: https://amzn.to/2OpZkpL The Year Of Yes: https://amzn.to/2Ae3jwQ The Four Tendencies: https://amzn.to/2AcG4U2 The Big Leap: https://amzn.to/2PD7EyXWhere else to find me Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmacossey/ Join us in the Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/freelancelifestyle/
All about Emma Cossey
I’m a long-term freelancer, mum and all round digital geek, and I’m happy to welcome you to The Freelance Lifestyle. I launched this blog in 2011, to provide freelancers with down-to-earth support, and practical advice. I wanted it to be a kind, supportive place to get tips and advice on living a great freelance life. I’ve been a pro blogger, a social media consultant, a copywriter, a teacher… but my passion is helping people just like you take the next step. So whether you want to pick up tips from the blog, listen in to the podcast, come join the Facebook group or get some more focused 1-2-1 support with my coaching, there’s something here for you.
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