EP11 - Meadhbh Hand

In this episode, we catch up with Meadhbh Hand, a self-employed copywriter/content writer. The conversation covers her journey from a PhD in poetry to becoming a successful self-employed content writer and copywriter. It delves into the challenges of unemployment, the decision to pursue a PhD, the transition to self-employment, and the importance of finding alternative paths. Meadhbh shares insights on the value of community, the impact of the pandemic on her business, and the benefits of being adaptable and open to new opportunities.

Keywords

Unemployment, PhD, poetry, content writing, copywriting, self-employment, community, pandemic, adaptability, alternative paths

Takeaways

• The journey from unemployment to self-employment is filled with challenges and opportunities.
• Adaptability and openness to new opportunities are key to success in self-employment.
• Community and networking play a crucial role in the growth and sustainability of a self-employed business.

• The Power of Community and Adaptability in Self-Employment
• From Poetry to Copywriting: Embracing Alternative Paths to Success

• "The journey from unemployment to self-employment is filled with challenges and opportunities."
• "Adaptability and openness to new opportunities are key to success in self-employment."
• "Community and networking play a crucial role in the growth and sustainability of a self-employed business."

Chapters

00:00 Challenges of Unemployment and Overcoming Failure

10:17 The Transition to Self-Employment and Finding Alternative Paths

35:54 Adaptability and Openness to New Opportunities