The How I... Diaries
Hello fellow creatives! My name is Catherine. This podcast is all about documenting my own journey to solopreneurship and creating a place to share useful real-life experiences that only we CREATIVES will understand. Debugging any fears and doubts you have, and supporting you on your way to a lifestyle doing what you love. I'm sharing everything I wish I knew earlier and the tips and tricks I gain every day from my own freelance work. Binge-friendly content that will make you take the leap of faith and send you on your way to building a meaningful life that fulfills your purpose.
Episodes
26 episodes
Adulting as a Creative in NYC: Interviews, Taxes & Mental Health
The Holy Trinity...Let's get ready to RAMBLE! - Update on Full Time opportunity- No longer moving??- Death and Taxes- The ever evolving creature that is mental health in your 20s
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Episode 2
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11:01
What I've Been Up To...AN UPDATE!
Let's call this the start of Season 2...😅Today's Ramble:- Depression!- I'm moving- Full Time job opportunity- Recording video??-
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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13:12
How...To Find Entry Level Creative Jobs
The age-old question anyone fresh out of college finds themselves wondering...lucky for us creatives we are actually needed in a lot more places than you might have originally thought. In this episode, I go into detail on how you c...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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7:31
How...Mindfulness Leads to Success
A little bit of insight into how through the years I've used manifestation and mindfulness to shape my life and career! ✨📌 3 very easy tips YOU can start incorporating into your life as soon as you finish listening. Happy D...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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11:19
How To...Collaborate
We get by with a little help from our friends. Whether you got into your craft from being a part of a team, or if you're a solo showrunner, we are better in numbers! Help elevate each other and work towards your goals. Whether as p...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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5:35
How To...Expand Your Skills
Are you really good at 1 thing? Or even just a handful of things? Do you not have the time to learn more skills? Or do you only have the time to learn 1-3 skills? This episode is for you!I go over how much you can really expand out the ...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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8:47
How To...Create Your Pitch
The “Elevator Pitch” has so many applications! Start practicing how you speak about yourself & what you do. Confidence is 🔑Want help with creating your website? Resources You Need...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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8:15
How To...Deal With Bad Days
Yes, burnout is still possible even when you’re freelancing 😪 The Pros: If you want to take a mental health day, you can! Without the anxiety of calling in sick or lying to your boss 😂Resources You Need...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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7:15
How To...Onboard A Client
Administration tasks are also a part of being a freelancer! 🤓 Thank God for the Hectic App for making it easy for us to do our own bookkeeping 🤩Resources You Need...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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6:20
How To...Do Testimonial Work
Have you ever heard of or considered doing testimonial work? 🤔👀 Testimonial Work is when you offer to provide a service for someone in exchange for a written review & the ability to add the work to your portfolio! This is GREAT for people w...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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8:21
How...Freelancers Get Paid
Freelance isn’t free, you get PAID! Now just make sure you’re protected 🙄 Spoiler: Zelle & Venmo are NOT safe! 😭Resources You Need...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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8:50
How To... Design Your Life Pt. 1
Helpful excerpts from the book, "Designing Your Life, How to Build A Well-Lived, Joyful Life" by Bill Burnett & Dave Evans. Part 1/3 since I haven't finished it yet... was just too excited to share the helpful things I've learned thus far!<...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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6:46
How...Freelance Can Be a Full-Time Career
I know this is your biggest concern. Me too! If there's a will there's a way, no more excuses.0:44 I Know, Bills.
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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9:57
How To... Manage Time
Yet another thing they don't teach us in school... let's learn how to be super organized and on top of our 💩 in terms of being your own boss.0:44 Epi...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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11:00
How To...Transition to Freelance
Everyone's path is different. Here are some tips and preemptive things to start thinking of as you begin to transition. 0:47 Everyone's B...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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9:13
How To... Overcome Imposter Syndrome
Believe in yourself! Listen to this episode every morning for 21 days straight and you'll be cured ;)0:54 Define Imposter Syndrome...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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10:30
How I... Structure My Resume
A resume is your first foot in the door, see how differently a resume for freelancing is and how to format yours for each specific need.Here are links to Templates you can copy/paste to use for your own resume!ATS
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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13:00
How I... Prepare for Interviews
Basic interviewing tips that got me the jobs/internships... that eventually gave me enough experience to be a freelancer... and then how I go about interviewing as a freelancer now. Get your notepads out.
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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8:46
How I... Regret Going To College
Yep... I said it. Here's the TEA!!0:47 Episode Introduction
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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7:06
How I... Got My Internships in College
I was able to get internships in college that ended up hiring me after I graduated... GOALS. Here's what I sacrificed... and how you can learn the importance of PRIORITIES!
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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8:50
How...Much Do You Charge?
Freelance isn't free! Learn how to figure out all the things that go into your rate, and how to navigate networking techniques & conversations.0:09 Episode Introduc...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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10:28
Why...Freelance is the BEST
We are always told, "Do what you love, and you'll never work a day in your life." That, combined with my stubborn personality, leads me to where I am today. And of course, will continue to propel me into my future! Give this episode a listen if...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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8:45
How To...Find Freelance Work
Upon first impression, freelancing might sound overwhelming and stressful. Let me settle your thoughts with an explanation of how I find work to meet my financial responsibilities! Also, I mentioned a referral link to sign up for Staff Me Up......
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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9:38