68 episodes
The Guidebook Rachel Meltzer
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5.0 • 22 Ratings
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This is the Guidebook. We’re sharing tips for freelancers, raw conversations with risk-takers, how to become a digital nomad, and the emotions behind it all.
On the show, Rachel Meltzer shares everything she's learned in the past five years of freelancing and living nomadically – showing you how you can work to live instead of living to work. She's interviewing some of her favorite digital nomads and entrepreneurs to help you unlock your bravest self.
We’re unveiling the challenges and joys of adventure to inspire you to TAKE THE RISK. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theguidebook/support
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Dyslexia is a strength with Ray Slater Berry
In this episode, I chat with Ray Slater Berry, founder of DSLX, a tech content agency on a mission to empower diverse and minority group writers to write.
In this episode, we chat about:
✨ Getting started freelance writing
✨ Beach volleyball and fiction writing
✨ Starting an agency and business with a partner
✨ Balancing work and passion
You can learn more about Ray at:
LinkedIn
Rays Writer Academy
DSLX
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Free Resources & Courses
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Mara Watts on balancing motherhood and freelance life
This week I'm joined by my new friend from LinkedIn Mara Watts. Mara is a mom of 3, a yoga instructor, a freelance writer, a plant mom, and full-time latte sipper.
We cover loads of ground in this episode including:
✨ Tips for balancing freelance writing, and self-employed work with motherhood
✨ Overcoming rejection and asking for more from clients
✨ The importance of a strong portfolio
✨ The importance of movement and it's link to doing better work
You can learn more about Mara at:
LinkedIn
Mara's Portfolio
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Getting over perfectionism with Will Stevens
This week on the Guidebook Podcast I'm joined by my new friend Will Stevens. Will is a fractional leader and go-to-market specialist, who founded Gain Growth Consulting, a practice that simplifies strategy and develops execution plans for clients. Will also hosts his own podcast called Solopreneur Stories. In my chat with Will we cover a lot of ground, including:
✨ Wills transition from employee to self-employed
✨ Motivations behind his business & startup challenges
✨ Niching and identifying ideal clients
✨Getting over perfectionism and treating a business like an experiment
You can learn more about Will at:
Solopreneur Stories Podcast
LinkedIn
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Blair Sharp is learning to thrive with ADHD
This week we have Blair Sharp on the podcast. She's a mum, wife, and writer from Minnesota, who specializes in mental health, parenting, and wellness content, regularly shares her insights on LinkedIn, and writes a newsletter called Hey Freelancer to motivate others to build their dream businesses.
In this episode, we talk about:
Pros and cons of working a 9-5 compared to freelancing
Learning from and collaborating with competetors
LinkedIn strategies
ADHD and how it impacts both work and personal life
You can learn more about Blair at:
Blair's Website
Hey Freelancer Newsletter
LinkedIn
Learn more about Rachel Meltzer and Pop Club on:
Instagram
LinkedIn
Website
Free Resources & Courses
Disclaimer: We talk about money in this episode. This is not financial advice; we are not financial experts. If you need help with your finances please find a credible, licensed professional to help you! We’re just talking about our experiences and what worked for us.
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Sarah Anto wants you to think like a startup founder
In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Anto. Sarah helps female founders in the tech industry to start their businesses and prepare for fundraising. As a passionate advocate for women in entrepreneurship, Sarah shares her wealth of experience and insights. From launching her startups to empowering other women, she's full of really interesting insights and takeaways from the world of tech startups.
In this episode, we talk about:
Tech startups and the parallels with solopreneurship
Building sustainable long term viable businesses
Digital nomad life in Europe
You can learn more about Sarah at:
Sarah's Website
LinkedIn
Learn more about Rachel Meltzer and Pop Club on:
Instagram
LinkedIn
Website
Free Resources & Courses
Disclaimer: We talk about money in this episode. This is not financial advice; we are not financial experts. If you need help with your finances please find a credible, licensed professional to help you! We’re just talking about our experiences and what worked for us.
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Monica Shaw juggles multiple revenue streams
This week in The Guidebook I'm joined by Monica Shaw. Monica is a freelance writer, mountain leader, blogger and SAAS business owner. I loved talking to Monica as she has so much going on at once and somehow finds time to work on them all. This is such an interesting conversation, diving into the mind of somebody who juggles multiple revenue streams.
In this episode, we talk about:
Monicas background and how she found herself launching a niche SAAS software aimed at writers.
Her passion for the outdoors and how that led to her combining mountain guiding with blogging.
Finding time to work on multiple revenue streams
Setting prices and how to manage your time
You can learn more about Monica at:
Eat Sleep Wild
Writers Residence
Instagram
LinkedIn
Learn more about Rachel Meltzer and Pop Club on:
Instagram
LinkedIn
Website
Free Resources & Courses
Disclaimer: We talk about money in this episode. This is not financial advice; we are not financial experts. If you need help with your finances please find a credible, licensed professional to help you! We’re just talking about our experiences and what worked for us.
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Customer Reviews
Real Conversation
So many podcasts, especially in the business space feel fake and forced, Rachel and her guest’s have real, genuine conversations that give actionable advice.
Can’t recommend it enough.
So inspirational and authentic!
I’m a freelancer who loves podcasts about money, entrepreneurship, and travel. And The Guidebook is a go-to listen for me! Rachel’s raw conversations, inspiration, and tips are perfect for anyone who wants to learn more about freelancing, being a digital nomad, and/or chasing adventure.
Amazing Podcast
An amazing podcast that gets past the gear and conditioning and looks at what the Hiker is Thinking and who they are as people. Can’t wait for more episodes!