My Freelance Life

By Design, Remote, Nomad

The learnings, findings and roadblocks of a full-time freelance designer working at Toptal and soon to be a digital nomad with my family.... more

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How many episodes does My Freelance Life have?

The podcast currently has 19 episodes available.

My Freelance Life episodes:

April 25, 2023 My Freelance Life | Working with kids at home #freelancelife #remotework #podcast
To work from home can be especially challenging with kids around. Balancing work responsibilities while also taking care of our children and their needs can be overwhelming. Today we will discuss some tips for working remotely with kids at home to help you stay productive and maintain your sanity.
#podcast #remotework #workingremote #workingremotely #digitalnomad #digitalnomads #design #productdesign #remotelife #designremote #remotejob #remotejobs #freelance #freelancedesign #toptal #freelancelife #jobs #futureofwork #remoteworkers #wrokingfromhome #wfh
My icon pack: [https://dpaola.gumroad.com/l/CustomIcons](https://dpaola.gumroad.com/l/CustomIcons)
My wallpaper pack: [https://dpaola.gumroad.com/l/wallpaperWaves1](https://dpaola.gumroad.com/l/wallpaperWaves1)
My minimalist portfolio template made with Framer: [https://dpaola.gumroad.com/l/framerminimal](https://dpaola.gumroad.com/l/framerminimal)
All my music is from [https://artlist.io/Daniel-4180002](https://artlist.io/Daniel-4180002)
Follow me:
- Linkedin: [http://linkedin.com/in/danieldepaola](http://linkedin.com/in/danieldepaola)
- Twitter: [http://twitter.com/dpaola](http://twitter.com/dpaola)
- Instagram: [http://instagram.com/design_remote_nomad](http://instagram.com/design_remote_nomad)
- Medium: [http://medium.com/@dpaola](http://medium.com/@dpaola)
Toptal referral link:
- [https://www.toptal.com/Xed8Gx/worlds-top-talent](https://www.toptal.com/Xed8Gx/worlds-top-talent)
My tools (non-affiliate links):
- iPhone 14 Pro as camera: [https://amzn.to/3XAIkfm](https://amzn.to/3XAIkfm)
- Polarpro LiteChaser Pro Case kit: [https://amzn.to/3J38bZq](https://amzn.to/3J38bZq)
- Polarpro Goldmorphic Filter: [https://www.polarprofilters.com/products/iphone-13-goldmorphic-filter-litechaser-pro](https://www.polarprofilters.com/products/iphone-13-goldmorphic-filter-litechaser-pro)
- Mic: [https://amzn.to/3D5fLiq](https://a.co/d/9Mw51g6)
- Ulanzi Vloggin Light: [https://amzn.to/3QS6NLl](https://amzn.to/3QS6NLl)
- Ulanzi Flexible tripod: [https://amzn.to/3DeEG3o](https://amzn.to/3DeEG3o)
- Ulanzi quick release plate: [https://amzn.to/3H4NcmG](https://amzn.to/3H4NcmG)
- Ulanzi RGB lights: [https://amzn.to/3HhNGWw](https://amzn.to/3HhNGWw)
- Ulanzi Key light: [https://amzn.to/3Yd0Xqp](https://amzn.to/3Yd0Xqp)
- NICEYRIG Vlog Selfie Mirror - [https://amzn.to/3Jd2B76](https://amzn.to/3Jd2B76)
- Amazon Basics Tripod: [https://amzn.to/3GQkjKK](https://a.co/d/2DiLyQR)
- Macbook Pro 14” M1 Pro for editing: [https://amzn.to/3YtQlnl](https://amzn.to/3YtQlnl)
- Lumafusion for editing video: [https://luma-touch.com/lumafusion-for-ios-2/](https://luma-touch.com/lumafusion-for-ios-2/)
...more
12min
April 11, 2023MY FREELANCE LIFE | Why I changed my channel's name
Today I explain why I decided to change my channel's name and the next steps of my podcast, and future videos.

#podcast #remotework #workingremote #workingremotely #digitalnomad #digitalnomads #design #productdesign #remotelife #designremote #remotejob #remotejobs #freelance #freelancedesign #toptal #freelancelife #jobs #futureofwork #remoteworkers #wrokingfromhome #wfh

My icon pack: https://dpaola.gumroad.com/l/CustomIcons
My wallpaper pack: https://dpaola.gumroad.com/l/wallpaperWaves1
My minimalist portfolio template made with Framer: https://dpaola.gumroad.com/l/framerminimal
All my music is from https://artlist.io/Daniel-4180002
Follow me:
Linkedin: http://linkedin.com/in/danieldepaola

Twitter: http://twitter.com/dpaola

Instagram: http://instagram.com/design_remote_nomad

Medium: http://medium.com/@dpaola
Toptal referral link:
https://www.toptal.com/Xed8Gx/worlds-top-talent
My tools (non-affiliate links):
iPhone 14 Pro as camera: https://amzn.to/3XAIkfm

Polarpro LiteChaser Pro Case kit: https://amzn.to/3J38bZq

Polarpro Goldmorphic Filter: https://www.polarprofilters.com/products/iphone-13-goldmorphic-filter-litechaser-pro

Mic: https://amzn.to/3D5fLiq

Ulanzi Vloggin Light: https://amzn.to/3QS6NLl

Ulanzi Flexible tripod: https://amzn.to/3DeEG3o

Ulanzi quick release plate: https://amzn.to/3H4NcmG

Ulanzi RGB lights: https://amzn.to/3HhNGWw

Ulanzi Key light: https://amzn.to/3Yd0Xqp

NICEYRIG Vlog Selfie Mirror - https://amzn.to/3Jd2B76

Amazon Basics Tripod: https://amzn.to/3GQkjKK

Macbook Pro 14” M1 Pro for editing: https://amzn.to/3YtQlnl

Lumafusion for editing video: https://luma-touch.com/lumafusion-for-ios-2/
...more
11min
March 28, 2023Let's talk about productivity
When working from home is easy to get distracted by household chores, family members, and personal tasks. In today’s episode, we will discuss some tips and tricks to help you stay productive while working from home.
#podcast #remotework #workingremote #workingremotely #digitalnomad #digitalnomads #design #productdesign #remotelife #designremote #remotejob #remotejobs #freelance #freelancedesign #toptal #freelancelife #jobs #futureofwork #remoteworkers #wrokingfromhome #wfh

My icon pack: https://dpaola.gumroad.com/l/CustomIcons
My wallpaper pack: https://dpaola.gumroad.com/l/wallpaperWaves1
My minimalist portfolio template made with Framer: https://dpaola.gumroad.com/l/framerminimal
All my music is from https://artlist.io/Daniel-4180002
Follow me:
Linkedin: http://linkedin.com/in/danieldepaola

Twitter: http://twitter.com/dpaola

Instagram: http://instagram.com/design_remote_nomad

Medium: http://medium.com/@dpaola
Toptal referral link:
https://www.toptal.com/Xed8Gx/worlds-top-talent
My tools (non-affiliate links):
iPhone 14 Pro as camera: https://amzn.to/3XAIkfm

Polarpro LiteChaser Pro Case kit: https://amzn.to/3J38bZq

Polarpro Goldmorphic Filter: https://www.polarprofilters.com/products/iphone-13-goldmorphic-filter-litechaser-pro

Mic: https://amzn.to/3D5fLiq

Ulanzi Vloggin Light: https://amzn.to/3QS6NLl

Ulanzi Flexible tripod: https://amzn.to/3DeEG3o

Ulanzi quick release plate: https://amzn.to/3H4NcmG

Ulanzi RGB lights: https://amzn.to/3HhNGWw

Ulanzi Key light: https://amzn.to/3Yd0Xqp

NICEYRIG Vlog Selfie Mirror - https://amzn.to/3Jd2B76

Amazon Basics Tripod: https://amzn.to/3GQkjKK

Macbook Pro 14” M1 Pro for editing: https://amzn.to/3YtQlnl

Lumafusion for editing video: https://luma-touch.com/lumafusion-for-ios-2/
...more
12min
March 02, 2023TOP 3 Drawbacks of #workingfromhome
Here are my Top 3 drawbacks or downsides that you can face working from home.
#podcast #remotework #workingremote #workingremotely #digitalnomad #digitalnomads #design #productdesign #remotelife #designremote #remotejob #remotejobs #freelance #freelancedesign #toptal #freelancelife #jobs #futureofwork #remoteworkers #wrokingfromhome #wfh
My icon pack: https://dpaola.gumroad.com/l/CustomIcons
My wallpaper pack: https://dpaola.gumroad.com/l/wallpaperWaves1
All my music is from https://artlist.io/Daniel-4180002
Follow me:
Linkedin: http://linkedin.com/in/danieldepaola

Twitter: http://twitter.com/dpaola

Instagram: http://instagram.com/design_remote_nomad

Medium: http://medium.com/@dpaola
Toptal referral link:
https://www.toptal.com/Xed8Gx/worlds-top-talent
My tools (non-affiliate links):
iPhone 14 Pro as camera: https://amzn.to/3XAIkfm

Polarpro LiteChaser Pro Case kit: https://amzn.to/3J38bZq

Polarpro Goldmorphic Filter: https://www.polarprofilters.com/products/iphone-13-goldmorphic-filter-litechaser-pro

Mic: https://amzn.to/3D5fLiq

Ulanzi Vloggin Light: https://amzn.to/3QS6NLl

Ulanzi Flexible tripod: https://amzn.to/3DeEG3o

Ulanzi quick release plate: https://amzn.to/3H4NcmG

Ulanzi RGB lights: https://amzn.to/3HhNGWw

Ulanzi Key light: https://amzn.to/3Yd0Xqp

NICEYRIG Vlog Selfie Mirror - https://amzn.to/3Jd2B76

Amazon Basics Tripod: https://amzn.to/3GQkjKK

Macbook Pro 14” M1 Pro for editing: https://amzn.to/3YtQlnl

Lumafusion for editing video: https://luma-touch.com/lumafusion-for-ios-2/
...more
8min
February 15, 2023Corporate Benefits vs. Freelance Life
Making a career choice can be a difficult decision and one that often comes with trade-offs. For some people, the stability and structure of a corporate job are the perfect fit, while others thrive in the freedom and flexibility of freelance work. In today’s episode, we’ll explore the benefits of both paths, with a focus on pay checks health benefits, vacations, and allowances.
#podcast #remotework #workingremote #workingremotely #digitalnomad #digitalnomads #design #productdesign #remotelife #designremote #remotejob #remotejobs #freelance #freelancedesign #toptal #freelancelife #jobs #futureofwork #remoteworkers #wrokingfromhome #wfh
Podcast links:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RoH9i7CCylsMHvsyDIxiW?si=672f0124ad564a2d

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpYrBlU_Qmg12xL_A3evT9w
All my music is from https://artlist.io
Follow me:
Linkedin: http://linkedin.com/in/danieldepaola

Twitter: http://twitter.com/dpaola

Instagram: http://instagram.com/design_remote_nomad

Medium: http://medium.com/@dpaola
Toptal referral link:
https://www.toptal.com/Xed8Gx/worlds-top-talent
My tools (non-affiliate links):
iPhone 14 Pro as camera: https://amzn.to/3XAIkfm

Polarpro LiteChaser Pro Case kit: https://amzn.to/3J38bZq

Polarpro Goldmorphic Filter: https://www.polarprofilters.com/products/iphone-13-goldmorphic-filter-litechaser-pro

Mic: https://amzn.to/3D5fLiq

Ulanzi Vloggin Light: https://amzn.to/3QS6NLl

Ulanzi Flexible tripod: https://amzn.to/3DeEG3o

Ulanzi quick release plate: https://amzn.to/3H4NcmG

Ulanzi RGB lights: https://amzn.to/3HhNGWw

Ulanzi Key light: https://amzn.to/3Yd0Xqp

NICEYRIG Vlog Selfie Mirror - https://amzn.to/3Jd2B76

Amazon Basics Tripod: https://amzn.to/3GQkjKK

Macbook Pro 14” M1 Pro for editing: https://amzn.to/3YtQlnl

Lumafusion for editing video: https://luma-touch.com/lumafusion-for-ios-2/
...more
11min
February 09, 2023Hiring Process & Job Descriptions #design #freelancedesign #remotework
I needed to share my ideas about the current hiring process for designers, plus this nonsense of 2 weeks of paid time off that companies try to advertise on job descriptions.
#vacation #jobs #jobsearch #jobseekers #hr #hiring #podcast #remotework #workingremote #workingremotely #digitalnomad #digitalnomads #design #productdesign #remotelife #designremote #remotejob #remotejobs #freelance #freelancedesign #toptal #freelancelife #jobs #futureofwork #remoteworkers #wrokingfromhome #wfh
Podcast links:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RoH9i7CCylsMHvsyDIxiW?si=672f0124ad564a2d

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpYrBlU_Qmg12xL_A3evT9w
Follow me:
Linkedin: http://linkedin.com/in/danieldepaola

Twitter: http://twitter.com/dpaola

Instagram: http://instagram.com/design_remote_nomad

Medium: http://medium.com/@dpaola
Toptal referral link:
https://www.toptal.com/Xed8Gx/worlds-top-talent
My tools (non-affiliate links):
iPhone 14 Pro as camera: https://www.apple.com/ca/shop/buy-iphone/iphone-14-pro/6.1-inch-display-128gb-space-black

Polarpro LiteChaser Pro Case kit: https://amzn.to/3J38bZq

Polarpro Goldmorphic Filter: https://www.polarprofilters.com/products/iphone-13-goldmorphic-filter-litechaser-pro

Mic: https://amzn.to/3D5fLiq

Ulanzi Vloggin Light: https://amzn.to/3QS6NLl

Ulanzi Flexible tripod: https://amzn.to/3DeEG3o

Ulanzi quick release plate: https://amzn.to/3H4NcmG

Ulanzi RGB lights: https://amzn.to/3HhNGWw

Ulanzi Key light: https://amzn.to/3Yd0Xqp

NICEYRIG Vlog Selfie Mirror - https://amzn.to/3Jd2B76

Amazon Basics Tripod: https://amzn.to/3GQkjKK

Macbook Pro 14” M1 Pro for editing: https://www.apple.com/ca/shop/buy-mac/macbook-pro/14-inch-space-grey-8-core-cpu-14-core-gpu-512gb#

Lumafusion for editing video: https://luma-touch.com/lumafusion-for-ios-2/
...more
12min
February 07, 2023Layoffs and Toptal, what does that means? #layoffs #toptal #remotework
Big tech companies like Google, Facebook, and Amazon, Spotify, Twitter just to name a few, have all announced massive layoffs in recent months. These companies are some of the largest employers in the tech industry, so when they make cuts, it can have a ripple effect throughout the industry. And what about the jobs at Toptal?
Toptal referral link:
https://www.toptal.com/Xed8Gx/worlds-top-talent
Remote jobs websites:
http://remote.co

http://weworkremotely.com
#podcast #remotework #workingremote #workingremotely #digitalnomad #digitalnomads #design #productdesign #remotelife #designremote #remotejob #remotejobs #freelance #freelancedesign #toptal #freelancelife #jobs #futureofwork #remoteworkers #wrokingfromhome #wfh
Follow me:
Linkedin: http://linkedin.com/in/danieldepaola

Twitter: http://twitter.com/dpaola

Instagram: http://instagram.com/design_remote_nomad

Medium: http://medium.com/@dpaola
My tools (non-affiliate links):
iPhone 14 Pro as camera: https://www.apple.com/ca/shop/buy-iphone/iphone-14-pro/6.1-inch-display-128gb-space-black

Polarpro LiteChaser Pro Case kit: https://amzn.to/3J38bZq

Polarpro Goldmorphic Filter: https://www.polarprofilters.com/products/iphone-13-goldmorphic-filter-litechaser-pro

Mic: https://amzn.to/3D5fLiq

Ulanzi Vloggin Light: https://amzn.to/3QS6NLl

Ulanzi Flexible tripod: https://amzn.to/3DeEG3o

Ulanzi quick release plate: https://amzn.to/3H4NcmG

Ulanzi RGB lights: https://amzn.to/3HhNGWw

Ulani Key light: https://amzn.to/3Yd0Xqp

NICEYRIG Vlog Selfie Mirror - https://amzn.to/3Jd2B76

Amazon Basics Tripod: https://amzn.to/3GQkjKK

Macbook Pro 14” M1 Pro for editing: https://www.apple.com/ca/shop/buy-mac/macbook-pro/14-inch-space-grey-8-core-cpu-14-core-gpu-512gb#

Lumafusion for editing video: https://luma-touch.com/lumafusion-for-ios-2/
...more
11min
January 30, 2023How do I connect with my Toptal clients
See what and how I do to communicate often with all my Toptal clients.
#podcast #remotework #workingremote #workingremotely #digitalnomad #digitalnomads #design #productdesign #remotelife #designremote #remotejob #remotejobs #freelance #freelancedesign #toptal #freelancelife #jobs #futureofwork #remoteworkers #wrokingfromhome #wfh
Podcast links:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RoH9i7CCylsMHvsyDIxiW?si=672f0124ad564a2d

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpYrBlU_Qmg12xL_A3evT9w
Follow me:
Linkedin: http://linkedin.com/in/danieldepaola

Twitter: http://twitter.com/dpaola

Instagram: http://instagram.com/design_remote_nomad

Medium: http://medium.com/@dpaola
Toptal referral link:
https://www.toptal.com/Xed8Gx/worlds-top-talent
My tools (non-affiliate links):
iPhone 14 Pro as camera: https://www.apple.com/ca/shop/buy-iphone/iphone-14-pro/6.1-inch-display-128gb-space-black

Polarpro LiteChaser Pro Case kit: https://amzn.to/3J38bZq

Polarpro Goldmorphic Filter: https://www.polarprofilters.com/products/iphone-13-goldmorphic-filter-litechaser-pro

Mic: https://amzn.to/3D5fLiq

Ulanzi Vloggin Light: https://amzn.to/3QS6NLl

Ulanzi Flexible tripod: https://amzn.to/3DeEG3o

Ulanzi quick release plate: https://amzn.to/3H4NcmG

Ulanzi RGB lights: https://amzn.to/3HhNGWw

Ulani Key light: https://amzn.to/3Yd0Xqp

NICEYRIG Vlog Selfie Mirror - https://amzn.to/3Jd2B76

Amazon Basics Tripod: https://amzn.to/3GQkjKK

Macbook Pro 14” M1 Pro for editing: https://www.apple.com/ca/shop/buy-mac/macbook-pro/14-inch-space-grey-8-core-cpu-14-core-gpu-512gb#

Lumafusion for editing video: https://luma-touch.com/lumafusion-for-ios-2/
...more
7min
January 26, 20233 myths and 3 truths about working remotely
Let's talk about 3 myths and 3 truths about working remotely and try to help you decide which path you should choose for your career.
#podcast #remotework #workingremote #workingremotely #digitalnomad #digitalnomads #design #productdesign #remotelife #designremote #remotejob #remotejobs #freelance #freelancedesign #toptal #freelancelife
Podcast links:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RoH9i7CCylsMHvsyDIxiW?si=672f0124ad564a2d

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpYrBlU_Qmg12xL_A3evT9w
Follow me:
Linkedin: http://linkedin.com/in/danieldepaola

Twitter: http://twitter.com/dpaola

Instagram: http://instagram.com/design_remote_nomad

Medium: http://medium.com/@dpaola
Toptal referral link:
https://www.toptal.com/Xed8Gx/worlds-top-talent
My tools (non-affiliate links):
iPhone 14 Pro as camera: https://www.apple.com/ca/shop/buy-iphone/iphone-14-pro/6.1-inch-display-128gb-space-black

Polarpro LiteChaser Pro Case kit: https://amzn.to/3J38bZq

Polarpro Goldmorphic Filter: https://www.polarprofilters.com/products/iphone-13-goldmorphic-filter-litechaser-pro

Mic: https://amzn.to/3D5fLiq

Ulanzi Vloggin Light: https://amzn.to/3QS6NLl

Amazon Basics Tripod: https://amzn.to/3GQkjKK

Macbook Pro 14” M1 Pro for editing: https://www.apple.com/ca/shop/buy-mac/macbook-pro/14-inch-space-grey-8-core-cpu-14-core-gpu-512gb#

Lumafusion for editing video: https://luma-touch.com/lumafusion-for-ios-2/
...more
6min
January 18, 20238 Things teams and/or companies could or should do to engage more with #remote workers
Here is my list, unbiased, not in order of priority based on my own personal experience.
#podcast #remotework #workingremote #workingremotely #digitalnomad #digitalnomads #design #productdesign #remotelife #designremote #remotejob #remotejobs #freelance #freelancedesign #toptal #freelancelife
Podcast links:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RoH9i7CCylsMHvsyDIxiW?si=672f0124ad564a2d

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpYrBlU_Qmg12xL_A3evT9w
Follow me:
Linkedin: http://linkedin.com/in/danieldepaola

Twitter: http://twitter.com/dpaola

Instagram: http://instagram.com/design_remote_nomad

Medium: http://medium.com/@dpaola
Toptal referral link:
https://www.toptal.com/Xed8Gx/worlds-top-talent
My tools (non-affiliate links):
iPhone 14 Pro as camera: https://www.apple.com/ca/shop/buy-iphone/iphone-14-pro/6.1-inch-display-128gb-space-black

Polarpro LiteChaser Pro Case kit: https://www.polarprofilters.com/products/litechaser-pro-iphone14
Polarpro Goldmorphic Filter: https://www.polarprofilters.com/products/iphone-13-goldmorphic-filter-litechaser-pro

Mic: https://a.co/d/9Mw51g6

Ulanzi Vloggin Light: https://a.co/d/h2nfEPo

Amazon Basics Tripod: https://a.co/d/2DiLyQR

Macbook Pro 14” M1 Pro for editing: https://www.apple.com/ca/shop/buy-mac/macbook-pro/14-inch-space-grey-8-core-cpu-14-core-gpu-512gb#

Lumafusion for editing video: https://luma-touch.com/lumafusion-for-ios-2/
...more
10min

FAQs about My Freelance Life:

How many episodes does My Freelance Life have?

The podcast currently has 19 episodes available.