Embracing the Freelance Journey: Building a Business with Freelancing Female Founder Tia Grado

The Second Degree with Emily Merrell

Join Emily Merrell in an insightful conversation with Tia Grado, the powerhouse behind Freelancing Females. Discover how Tia transformed her personal struggle with unpaid work into a thriving community supporting freelance women worldwide. From navigating health insurance to the importance of contracts, this episode is a must-listen for aspiring and established freelancers alike.

What You'll Listen:

• Tia’s Beginnings: From corporate life to freelancing and founding Freelancing Females.
• The Power of Community: How a small Facebook group grew into a robust support network.
• Freelancers as Business Owners: Understanding the importance of seeing yourself as a business.
• Starting Smart: Tips on setting up your business, including choosing the right services and creating a simple but effective website.
• Contracts and Payments: The significance of having a contract and protecting yourself from non-payment issues.
• Health Insurance Tips: Navigating health insurance as a freelancer and resources to help you.
• Outsourcing for Growth: The value of delegating tasks to focus on what you do best.
• Legal and Financial Foundations: Establishing an LLC and the importance of an accountant in your freelance journey.

To learn more about Freelancing Females, visit her website freelancingfemales.com and follow on instagram at freelancingfemales

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