In today's episode, I'm sharing a major life update: I'm going in-house! I'm stepping back from freelancing for a season to focus on a super exciting opportunity to work full-time for one of my clients.

We'll cover what this means for Freelance Unlocked, what I've learned through this unexpected process, and advice for freelancers no matter where you're at on your journey.

This podcast, our in-person events, and new content overall will be on HOLD for the foreseeable future as I reflect on what's next and adjust to my new role.

In the meantime, you can access HOURS of free trainings and tons of helpful templates for FREE in the Freelance Freebie Library. Check it out here: https://www.freelanceunlocked.co/freebie-library

In this episode of the Freelance Unlocked Podcast, host Haley Davidson interviews Jamie Brene Joubert, a freelance graphic designer and Freelance Unlocked’s Atlanta community lead. Jamie shares her journey from corporate marketing to freelancing, the highs and lows of her first year, and the importance of community and networking.

They discuss Jamie's favorite projects, the challenges of consistency, and exciting plans for 2025.

• 00:34 Beginnings and Freelance Journey
• 05:08 Challenges and Highs of 2024
• 09:32 Networking and Building a Clientele
• 20:54 Freelance Flow and Community Support
• 24:45 2025 Goals and Personal Insights

About Jamie Joubert

Jamie Joubert is the creative mind behind JBJ Enterprise! She specializes in helping bold businesses shine with fun, vibrant, and custom designs that bring their unique brand to life. From graphics to websites to branding, Jamie turns ideas into designs that leave an unforgettable impression.

Follow Jamie on Instagram and learn more about her graphic design work here.

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In this episode of the Freelance Unlocked Podcast, host Haley Davidson chats with SEO and content marketing expert Amanda Johnson about her journey from corporate to freelancing, and then back to consulting after layoffs.

Amanda shares insights on navigating freelancing as a parent, setting boundaries, the importance of networking, charging what you're worth, and maintaining strong systems.

About Amanda Johnson:

Amanda has worked in content marketing for nearly a decade, both on in-house teams as well as running her own business as a freelance content marketing consultant. Her people- and topical-authority centered approach to SEO produces real results, including going from 3-figure organic clicks to 6-figure organic clicks in 18 months and directly competing with some of the highest authority sites on the web.

You can connect with Amanda on LinkedIn, check out her portfolio here, or explore her newsletter about human experience strategy.

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