In this conversation, host Jade interviews Jessa Mae Bermudo, the founder and creative director of Whirlyesha Branding and Design Studio. Jessamee started her business at the age of 19 and has since worked with various brands worldwide. She shares her experiences and insights on freelancing, setting rates, investing in people, dealing with burnout, and finding balance as a student, freelancer, and business owner. She emphasizes the importance of discipline, making connections with industry leaders, and embracing the messiness of the journey. Jessa Mae's legacy is to inspire young people to pursue their passions while balancing their education.
Starting a business at a young age is possible with genuine connections and a playful approach to branding.
When setting rates as a freelancer, consider the client's needs, your experience, and the impact you can provide.
Investing in people and delegating tasks can help grow your business and create more time for other activities.
Finding balance and dealing with burnout is crucial for long-term success as a student, freelancer, and business owner.
Making connections with industry leaders and mentors can provide valuable guidance and inspiration.
Embrace the messiness of the journey and take action, as it is through mistakes and experimentation that growth happens.00:00 Introduction and Background
02:15 Starting a Business at a Young Age
04:05 Working with Brands and Overcoming Challenges
05:19 Discovering Freelancing and Building a Brand
08:06 Setting Rates as a Freelancer
09:27 Factors to Consider in Pricing
12:06 Investing in People and Delegating Tasks
13:32 Pros and Cons of Being a Student, Freelancer, and Business Owner
14:17 Dealing with Burnout and Finding Balance
15:44 The Importance of Discipline and Staying Focused
18:02 Making Connections and Learning from Mentors
20:59 Embracing the Messiness and Taking Action
26:45 The Best Advice from Mentors
29:34 Leaving a Legacy and Balancing Education and Business