Every fortnight, join hosts Orla and Ben as they quiz an expert on an issue that affects you, with the goal of answering an important question. Is there a question you would like us to answer? Email [email protected] to have your question answered.

This week, Orla and Ben caught up with IPSE member Katy Carlisle, otherwise known as the SQ SP Queen. Katy is a web designer who is passionate about all things website design and making her schedule work for her. Katy is also the founder of Freelance Folk, the co-host of the podcast 99 Problems (but a boss ain’t one), IPSE Member Forum leader, and judge for IPSE's 2021 Freelancer of the Year Awards.  

We delve into Katy's journey so far as a freelancer, discover how she manages to balance so many different plates as a freelancer and she gives advice on how you can achieve a healthy work-life balance and establish boundaries as a freelancer. We also discuss client red flags, how best you can avoid them and practical tips for how to make your schedule work for you as a freelancer, so that you can enjoy the flexibility of freelancing - to the fullest! 

Katy's website: https://www.sqspqueen.com/

Katy's social: https://twitter.com/katycarlisle

Freelance Folk: https://www.freelancefolk.co.uk/

Listen to Katy's podcast 99 Problems (but a boss ain't one): https://spoti.fi/3UIWJFn

IPSE's Spotify playlists for freelancers: https://spoti.fi/3TLVJ2b

Katy's recommended scheduling tool: https://calendly.com/