42 episodes

The Wisepreneurs Project
Empowering Freelance Success—The Wisepreneurs Project with Nigel Rawlins.
Dive into a world of expert advice tailored for independent professionals in their 50s and 60s+
Transition, Transform, Triumph—your freelance journey starts here!
Several areas are covered:
Understanding BusinessWhat it means to be an Independent ProfessionalThe Future of Work & Knowledge WorkSystems and Processes to Work in a Knowledge EconomyCareer CapitalMarketing, Positioning and ReputationLifelong LearningInterviews are with expert professionals running their independent businesses and trusted advisors and authors with good advice to share.
You can find transcripts and more here https://www.wisepreneurs.au/
Please find me on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigelrawlins/
Sign up for the Wisepreneurs Newsletter here https://wisepreneurs.com.au/newsletter/

The Wisepreneurs Project Nigel Rawlins

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The Wisepreneurs Project
Empowering Freelance Success—The Wisepreneurs Project with Nigel Rawlins.
Dive into a world of expert advice tailored for independent professionals in their 50s and 60s+
Transition, Transform, Triumph—your freelance journey starts here!
Several areas are covered:
Understanding BusinessWhat it means to be an Independent ProfessionalThe Future of Work & Knowledge WorkSystems and Processes to Work in a Knowledge EconomyCareer CapitalMarketing, Positioning and ReputationLifelong LearningInterviews are with expert professionals running their independent businesses and trusted advisors and authors with good advice to share.
You can find transcripts and more here https://www.wisepreneurs.au/
Please find me on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigelrawlins/
Sign up for the Wisepreneurs Newsletter here https://wisepreneurs.com.au/newsletter/

    Anna Molnár Unlocking the Potential of Women In Business

    Anna Molnár Unlocking the Potential of Women In Business

    In this episode of the Wisepreneurs podcast, host Nigel Rawlins welcomes Anna Molnár, a business coach specializing in helping women entrepreneurs flourish. Anna shares her insights on women entrepreneurs' challenges, particularly undercharging and lack of confidence. She emphasizes the importance of developing a strong money mindset, charging what you're worth, and embracing lifelong learning to grow personally and professionally. With her background in learning multiple languages and her passion for dance and fitness, Anna provides valuable perspectives on how diverse experiences can shape one's entrepreneurial journey.

    Mentioned on the podcast
    Denise Duffield Thomas https://www.linkedin.com/in/deniseduffieldthomas/

    Connect With Anna Molnár
    Website https://www.blossomempoweringevents.nl/
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-molnár-bee/
    Anna is offering a free 30-minute 1-on1meeting. Book through her calendly calendar
    https://calendly.com/blossom-empowering-events
    Connect with Nigel Rawlins
    website https://wisepreneurs.com.au/
    Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigelrawlins/
    Twitter https://twitter.com/wisepreneurs

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    • 46 min
    Tomáš Baránek: Publishing, Knowledge Management, and Well-Being in the Digital Age

    Tomáš Baránek: Publishing, Knowledge Management, and Well-Being in the Digital Age

    Tomáš Baránek, a successful Czech publisher, shares his journey from burnout to adopting effective strategies for health, knowledge management, and work-life balance in the digital age. 
    Drawing from his experience translating notable English-language books on personal development, productivity, and science, Tomáš discusses practical tools like Readwise and Roam Research for building a "second brain" and the importance of selective information curation.
    He emphasizes the significance of self-care and seeking help when needed, sharing his experience with burnout. Listeners will gain valuable insights and actionable advice for navigating the challenges of working as independent professionals while prioritizing their health and well-being in an increasingly digital world.

    Mentioned In This Podcast
    Peter Attia, Outlive
    Website: https://peterattiamd.com/Robert Vlach Episode 38 Wisepreneurs Podcast
    https://www.wisepreneurs.au/robert-vlach-freelance-pricing-and-financial-mastery/Charlotta Darnell Episode 33 Wisepreneurs Podcast
    https://www.wisepreneurs.au/charlotta-darnell-psychological-strength-trainer/Readwise (reading and note-taking app)
    Website: https://readwise.io/Matthew Walker Why We Sleep"James ClearAtomic Habits
    Website: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habitsZettelkasten (note-taking and knowledge management method)Sönke Ahrens How to Take Smart NotesNiklas Luhmann (German sociologist, creator of the Zettelkasten method)Roam Research (note-taking and knowledge management software)
    Website: https://roamresearch.com/Obsidian (note-taking and knowledge management software)
    Website: https://obsidian.md/Apple Notes (note-taking app by Apple)
    Website: https://support.apple.com/guide/notes/welcome/macClojure (programming language)ChatGPT (AI language model by OpenAI, used by Tomáš for learning Clojure)
    Website: https://chat.openai.com/Kindle (e-reader device by Amazon)DeepL (AI-based language translation service)
    Website: https://www.deepl.com/The second brain is a personal knowledge management system that helps individuals organize and access information effectively. To learn more about building a second brain, readers can explore resources like Tiago Forte's "Building a Second Brain" course (https://www.buildingasecondbrain.com/), Sönke Ahrens' book, mentioned above, How to TakeConnect with Nigel Rawlins
    website https://wisepreneurs.com.au/
    Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigelrawlins/
    Twitter https://twitter.com/wisepreneurs

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    • 44 min
    Úna Herlihy: Building The Indie List, a Haven for Freelance Marketers

    Úna Herlihy: Building The Indie List, a Haven for Freelance Marketers

    In this episode of the Wisepreneurs Project, Nigel Rawlins explores Úna Herlihy's transition from a successful advertising career to co-founding The Indie List. Una shares her challenges in the advertising world, her move to freelancing, and how The Indie List emerged during COVID-19 as a crucial platform for freelancers in Ireland. Discover how this community supports freelancers to earn, learn, and connect, shaping the future of freelance work.

    Mentioned On the Podcast

    Peter McPartlin, Cofounder of The Indie List
    Amanda Morey, Community Manager

    Faye Goldstein on How To Create Winning Portfolios
    Guests on both the Indie List and Wisepreneurs Podcast
    Tash Menon
    Melisa Liberman
    Jon Younger
    Robert Vlach

    Connect with Úna Herlihy & The Indie List

    Úna Herlihy on LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/%C3%BAna-herlihy-698b606/

    The Indie List
    The Indie List Website https://indielist.ie/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/IndieListHQ
    YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCyDKJnk0X46CxeTeowEQ1Q
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-indie-list/
    Connect with Nigel Rawlins
    website https://wisepreneurs.com.au/
    Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigelrawlins/
    Twitter https://twitter.com/wisepreneurs

    Please support the podcast https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wisepreneurs

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    • 45 min
    Melisa Liberman—Mastering the Art of Value-Based Consulting

    Melisa Liberman—Mastering the Art of Value-Based Consulting

    In this episode of the Wisepreneurs podcast, host Nigel Rawlins welcomes Melisa Liberman, a former corporate executive turned successful independent consultant. Melisa shares her experience transitioning from the corporate world to running her own consulting business. She offers insights on the challenges and opportunities of managing, pricing, and growing a consulting practice. Drawing on her expertise as a coach for independent consultants, Melisa provides actionable strategies and advice for navigating the journey from corporate to consulting and achieving work-life balance while building a thriving business.

    Connect with Melisa Liberman

    Grow Your Independent Consulting Business Podcast
    https://www.melisaliberman.com/podcast
    Apple Podcasts
    Spotify
    YouTube Channel
    Your Free eBook —Grow Your Consulting Business: The 14-Step Roadmap to Make Your Independent Consulting Goals a Reality https://www.melisaliberman.com/book

    On LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/melisa-liberman/
    Connect with Nigel Rawlins
    website https://wisepreneurs.com.au/
    Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigelrawlins/
    Twitter https://twitter.com/wisepreneurs

    Please support the podcast https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wisepreneurs

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    • 43 min
    Robert Vlach: Freelance Pricing and Financial Mastery

    Robert Vlach: Freelance Pricing and Financial Mastery

    In this episode, Robert Vlach, author of "The Freelance Way" and founder of http://Freelancing.eu , joins host Nigel Rawlins to discuss the challenges and opportunities freelancers and independent professionals face in defining their roles, navigating industry-specific norms, developing effective pricing strategies, and embracing the potential for lifelong careers. Drawing upon his extensive experience and deep understanding of the freelance economy, Robert offers invaluable insights and practical advice to help listeners thrive in their chosen fields.

    Mentioned In This Podcast
    Books and Articles
    Peter Attia, OutliveSteven Pressfield, The War of ArtSteven Pressfield, The Number One Amateur Mistake
    Writing Wednesdays: The #1 Amateur MistakeDavid Sinclair, LifespanRobert Vlach, The Freelance Way www.FreelanceWay.euDevices
    Oura Ring https://ouraring.com/European Freelancers Talk European Freelancers & Where to Find Them — Robert Vlach’s talk at WebExpo 2021Websites
    First Open Directory of European Freelancers, world-class freelance news and resources freelancing.euSupport and promote Czech independent professionals' https://navolnenoze.cz/Connect With Robert Vlach

    Find out more about Robert https://freelancing.eu/robertvlach/
    Connect with Robert on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertvlach/
    Twitter https://twitter.com/robertvlach
    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/robertvlach/
    Connect with Nigel Rawlins
    website https://wisepreneurs.com.au/
    Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigelrawlins/
    Twitter https://twitter.com/wisepreneurs

    Please support the podcast https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wisepreneurs

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    • 1 hr 8 min
    Marleen Deleu Bridging the Gap Between Freelancers and Organizations

    Marleen Deleu Bridging the Gap Between Freelancers and Organizations

    In this episode, Marleen Deleu, founder of the online knowledge platform Nextconomy, joins host Nigel Rawlins to discuss the growing freelance economy and its impact on talent management.

    Marleen shares her insights on how freelancing is transforming the world of work across various industries and age groups and how organizations can adapt to manage their entire workforce, including contingent talent, effectively. S

    he also explores the opportunities for older professionals, especially women, to transition into freelancing later in their careers, leveraging their financial stability and rich experience to pursue entrepreneurship and better work-life balance.

    Mentioned In the Podcast

    Hugo-Jan Ruts Exploring the future of work and the freelance economy and co-initiator of the NextConomy platform  https://hugojanruts.nl/
    Ransted specializes in solutions for flexible work and human resources services. https://www.randstad.be/en/

    Connect with Marleen Deleu

    Nextconomy https://www.nextconomy.be/
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/marleendeleu/
    Connect with Nigel Rawlins
    website https://wisepreneurs.com.au/
    Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigelrawlins/
    Twitter https://twitter.com/wisepreneurs

    Please support the podcast https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wisepreneurs

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    • 37 min

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