Paralegal Freelance Lounge with Jaclyn Foster

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Paralegal Freelance Lounge with Jaclyn Foster

The go-to podcast for paralegals looking to transform their careers into thriving freelance businesses. Hosted by Jaclyn Foster, a successful entrepreneur who built & sold a multiple six-figure freelance paralegal company from scratch, this podcast empowers legal professionals to break free from the traditional career path. freelance paralegal, legal entrepreneur, six-figure paralegal business, virtual paralegal, legal freelancing, paralegal career growth, paralegal podcast, Jaclyn Foster, legal industry transformation, entrepreneurship for legal professionals.

  1. NOV 7

    68. Freelance Paralegal Fail - I undercharged and overpromised a flat fee project... now what?

    NO-COST FREELANCE PARALEGAL STARTER COURSE: ⁠https://www.freelanceparalegals.com/⁠ SUBMIT QUESTIONS & FAIL FIX REQUESTS: https://www.freelanceparalegals.com/ Connect With Me: YouTube Facebook Group LinkedIn Instagram TIKTOK Freelance Paralegal Fail: Lessons Learned and Fixing Mistakes In this episode of the Paralegal Freelance Lounge, Jaclyn Foster addresses a common freelance paralegal fail: underpricing and overpromising on project deadlines. Sharing her own experience with her first client, Foster details the challenges faced when unexpected delays occur and how they can be communicated to clients professionally. She discusses the importance of clear communication, realistic timeline updates, and various project-based pricing strategies to prevent similar issues in the future. The episode aims to help freelance paralegals navigate complex projects while maintaining client trust and delivering quality work. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:09 Freelance Paralegal Fail: Underpricing and Overpromising 01:33 Story Time: My First Client 08:21 Addressing the Current Client Issue 20:52 Preventing Future Failures 29:07 Engaging with the Audience 29:47 Conclusion and Resources #paralegal #freelancing #freelanceparalegal #paralegalcareer #lawfirm

    31 min

  2. OCT 23

    67. Power Hour Q&A : Tips on How to Become a Freelance Paralegal - October 23, 2024

    No-Cost Freelance Paralegal Starter Course: https://www.freelanceparalegals.com/ Apply to the Zirtual Contractor Network of virtual legal assistants and paralegals: https://www.freelanceparalegals.com/freelance-paralegal-jobs Connect with Jaclyn: YouTube Facebook Group LinkedIn Instagram TIKTOK Follow & Connect with Kelby Ballena: Tiktok LinkedIn Follow Seattle Family Law Attorney on TikTok 30 hour work week video as mentioned in the video Welcome to the Paralegal Freelance Lounge! In this Q&A session, I, Jaclyn Foster, along with my special expert guest, Kelby Ballena, dive into some of the top questions I've recently received about freelancing as a paralegal. From building a client base to refining your cold outreach strategy, analyzing the market for foreign lawyers and paralegals alike to uncovering your chances at success if you have a career gap, this video covers everything you need to know to succeed as a remote paralegal entrepreneur. If you're wondering how to transition from traditional legal work to a successful freelancing career, or if you're simply looking for tips to improve your legal support business, this episode is for you. 🚀 Key Topics Covered: 00:00 Introduction 01:04 Strategies for Effective Cold Outreach to law firms 10:15 Application Process for Zirtual 12:17 Calculating Daily Fees for Onsite Work 18:18 Freelance Paralegal Contracts 19:49 Working with Law Firms in a specialty 22:23 Foreign legal professional offering services in the United States 32:26 Career gaps - can I still freelance? 38:18 Encouragement for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 44:00 Shoutout to Seattle Family Law Attorney 46:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts How to build a freelance paralegal business Strategies for effective cold outreach and client acquisition Understanding the role of virtual paralegals in law firm growth Remote work best practices for legal professionals Advice for overcoming challenges like low conversion rates in client acquisition Join the Paralegal Freelance Lounge community and learn how to turn your paralegal experience into a profitable freelancing career! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this video if you find it valuable.

    48 min

  3. OCT 10

    66. 3 Things That Made Me a $250k Paralegal

    No-Cost Freelance Paralegal Starter Course   How I Became a $250K Paralegal   Introduction: Becoming a 250k Paralegal Breaking the Paralegal Stereotype The First Principle: Build Before You Believe The Second Principle: Show Up Even When You Hear Crickets The Third Principle: Dream Big and Don't Limit Yourself Conclusion: Empowering Paralegals to Achieve More From Paralegal to 250k: The Journey to Thriving in the Legal Profession In this video, I share the key principles that helped me transform my paralegal career and build a successful freelance paralegal business, ultimately earning $250,000. I discuss the importance of building before believing—taking action and creating your business even before you feel fully confident—and how showing up consistently, even without immediate recognition, is crucial for success. I also highlight the power of dreaming big and breaking free from the limitations of traditional paralegal roles. For those interested in exploring entrepreneurship and transitioning into freelance or virtual paralegal work, I offer a free course that provides the roadmap to achieving financial freedom and career flexibility. Whether you're just starting out or ready to scale, this video will give you actionable steps to start your journey toward becoming a successful freelance or virtual paralegal. freelance paralegal business, virtual paralegal services, paralegal career growth, freelance legal assistant, paralegal entrepreneur, building a six-figure paralegal business, transitioning to freelance work, financial freedom for paralegals, work from home paralegal jobs, freelance paralegal course.

    22 min

  4. SEP 12

    65. Top 5 Misconceptions About Freelance Paralegals Debunked

    FREE RESOURCES Top 5 Misconceptions About Freelance Paralegals Debunked In this episode, we'll demystify the top five misconceptions about freelance and virtual paralegals working with law firms. Discover why virtual paralegals can be trusted, how freelancing is a legitimate career, the financial benefits of hiring freelancers over W2 employees, the organizational advantages of remote collaboration, and the true level of control you can expect. Whether you're an attorney considering flexible staffing solutions or a paralegal thinking about going freelance, this episode offers valuable insights and advice.

    13 min

  5. SEP 6

    64. The Paralegal Industry Shift: Why Now Is the Time to Start Your Virtual Paralegal Business

    FREE TRAINING: https://www.freelanceparalegals.com/ In today's episode, I reiterate my mission of coaching paralegals to become entrepreneurs, start their own freelance businesses, and achieve six-figure incomes. I discuss the industry's shift toward utilizing virtual paralegals as a cost-effective staffing solution in response to market demands. I share statistics supporting the growth of the paralegal industry and success stories of individuals who have achieved significant financial success and personal freedom. This episode aims to inspire paralegals to enter entrepreneurship by highlighting the opportunities and providing free training resources to help them get started.

    13 min

  6. AUG 22

    63. The most costly mistake freelance paralegals make with their website

    NO-COST FREELANCE PARALEGAL STARTER TRAINING: freelanceparalegals.com Let's dive in to talk about the most common and COSTLY mistake freelance paralegals make when they figure out how to build a website for the freelance paralegal business. ----------------------- Virtual paralegal, paralegal, legal podcast, paralegal podcast, freelance paralegal podcast, jaclyn foster, paralegal freelance lounge.

    18 min

  7. AUG 8

    62. Ask me anything freelance paralegal session!

    LIVE Freelance Paralegal Roadmap Waitlist ALL RESOURCES Connect With Me: YouTube Facebook Group LinkedIn Instagram TIKTOK Join me for an ASK ME ANYTHING FREELANCE PARALEGAL session from my socials! Be sure to connect with me above to ask me your questions for next time. Anything from how to start a freelance paralegal business to how to market a freelance paralegal business and everything management in between!

    57 min

  8. JUL 25

    61. "I don't have enough experience to freelance as a paralegal"

    FREELANCE PARALEGAL ROADMAP ALL RESOURCES AND INFO "I don't have enough experience to freelance as a paralegal." Says who? Let's bring this into context, dissect it, and really demystify my belief system that there is no magic readiness number of years one needs to have to build a successful business catering to the legal industry.

    23 min
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The go-to podcast for paralegals looking to transform their careers into thriving freelance businesses. Hosted by Jaclyn Foster, a successful entrepreneur who built & sold a multiple six-figure freelance paralegal company from scratch, this podcast empowers legal professionals to break free from the traditional career path. freelance paralegal, legal entrepreneur, six-figure paralegal business, virtual paralegal, legal freelancing, paralegal career growth, paralegal podcast, Jaclyn Foster, legal industry transformation, entrepreneurship for legal professionals.

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