#FreelanceLife

This episode was published with permission from Kenny Archer. It originally appeared on The Weekly Chat podcast.

💡 How spontaneous and authentic responses in a conversation or interview can lead to better results

💡 Taking risks and the value of experience

💡 The significance of aligning personal values with work ethics

💡 Building long-lasting relationships and trust with clients

💡 Leveraging AI tools and why they can't replace the nuance and creativity of a human writer

💡 Impact investment and helping these businesses become 'fundable' on paper

💡 Self-doubt and the feeling of being an imposter in your field

💡 Challenges faced by women in business and the need for increased diversity, inclusion, and equity

💡 Resilience and the ability to bounce back from adversity

💡 The importance of mental wellness, acknowledging personal struggles, and removing stigma

💡 This episode was originally published on 1 June 2023

💡 Overcoming language barriers and challenges with deafness

💡 The importance of patience, creativity, and practical production

💡 Why specialists could find it difficult to switch fields as the world becomes increasingly automated and digital.

💡 Drawing inspiration from your environment

💡 How facing challenges and periods of downturn can lead to opportunities for growth and change

💡 This episode was originally published on 22 September 2020

💡 Why staying relevant means continuous upskilling

💡 Digitalization in South Africa and the difficulty of ensuring reliable and affordable connectivity for all

💡 Why understanding app development will become an increasingly essential skill

💡 The challenges faced by the education system during the COVID-19 pandemic

💡 This episode was originally published on 10 August 2020

💡 Strategies for managing project deadlines to avoid overwhelming workloads and burnout

💡 Marketing yourself and strategically selecting social media platforms

💡 Diversifying your income sources and the risks of big retainers

💡 The importance of adopting a business owner mindset as a freelancer

💡 Taking on projects outside your immediate expertise, backed by an ability to learn new skills as needed

💡 This episode was originally published on 5 August 2020

💡 Being adaptable in the face of setbacks or unexpected circumstances

💡 Why your business needs a deeper purpose or mission that drives your work

💡 Organisational culture as an internal brand

💡 Why modern leadership must shift from the outdated industrial age model of task-based work to an outcomes-based model

💡 Why it's vital for a business to not lose sight of its original mission and values as it grows and scales up

💡 This episode was originally published on 23 July 2020

💡 The importance of processes and systems in business optimisation

💡 Prioritising employee morale

💡 Understanding and focusing on your unique strengths

💡 Adaptability and reassessment in challenging business situations

💡 The importance of identifying and understanding your ideal client

💡 Why price shouldn't be the sole factor in differentiating your service or product in the market

💡 This episode was originally published on 29 July 2020

💡 Knife making and bushcraft, and the progression into knife making

💡 Anti-poaching activities and survival training

💡 Trenton's challenges with epilepsy and how he manages it while working as a knife maker.

💡 His success as an influencer on Instagram and Facebook, and his approach to marketing and engagement through live feeds

💡 This episode was originally published on 16 June 2020

💡 The importance of hard work, learning from mistakes, and staying motivated in the business world

💡 The value of formal education versus self-learning and hands-on experience, particularly in the context of entrepreneurship

💡 Differentiating your business from competitors, strategies for standing out, building personal relationships, and identifying target markets

💡 The role of networking in business success is highlighted, along with the significance of both free and paid networking events

💡 Giving back to the community and how social responsibility initiatives can positively impact a business by building relationships and generating referrals

💡 This episode was originally published on 11 May 2020

💡 Coping with the lockdown and its initial challenges

💡 Shifting from in-store to online and e-commerce platforms

💡 Challenges and considerations in international trade and shipping

💡 Impact of the lockdown on the alcohol and craft beer industry

💡 Embracing homemade products and DIY

💡 This episode was originally published on 27 April 2020