The Second Degree with Emily Merrell

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

Emily Merrell Season 4 Episode 28

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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