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How do I get started? What if I fail? Who will hire me? Is it really possible to create a consistent, full-time income from home?Welcome to the Live Free Podcast with Micala Quinn where we will be answering these questions PLUS many more! Whether you’re just starting your freelance business (heck even if you don’t know what freelancing is yet) or you’re looking to scale, this podcast will give you tangible business advice along with inspiring interviews to help you create a life and career that works for YOU and YOUR family.Your host, Micala Quinn, started out teaching high-school English, but when her first child was born, she immediately began searching for something more. She wanted a way to stay-at-home with her daughter (and future babies), but still needed to bring in a full-time income to help support her family. Micala started freelancing, quickly replaced her full-time income, and now helps other moms (like you) get started and grow their freelance business from scratch to 5K and beyond! She believes that being a working mom or a stay-at-home mom no longer needs to be a black and white decision. You CAN have both. On your terms!Our motto is Mom Strong, Work Smart, and Live Free. Are you in? We’d love for you to join us each Monday, as well as in our Live Free Podcast Facebook community micalaquinn.com/facebook. To check out our show notes go to micalaquinn.com/blog.

The Live Free Podcast with Micala Quinn Micala Quinn

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    • 4.9 • 297 Ratings

How do I get started? What if I fail? Who will hire me? Is it really possible to create a consistent, full-time income from home?Welcome to the Live Free Podcast with Micala Quinn where we will be answering these questions PLUS many more! Whether you’re just starting your freelance business (heck even if you don’t know what freelancing is yet) or you’re looking to scale, this podcast will give you tangible business advice along with inspiring interviews to help you create a life and career that works for YOU and YOUR family.Your host, Micala Quinn, started out teaching high-school English, but when her first child was born, she immediately began searching for something more. She wanted a way to stay-at-home with her daughter (and future babies), but still needed to bring in a full-time income to help support her family. Micala started freelancing, quickly replaced her full-time income, and now helps other moms (like you) get started and grow their freelance business from scratch to 5K and beyond! She believes that being a working mom or a stay-at-home mom no longer needs to be a black and white decision. You CAN have both. On your terms!Our motto is Mom Strong, Work Smart, and Live Free. Are you in? We’d love for you to join us each Monday, as well as in our Live Free Podcast Facebook community micalaquinn.com/facebook. To check out our show notes go to micalaquinn.com/blog.

    286. How I Landed My First Freelancing Client and What I Learned Along the Way

    286. How I Landed My First Freelancing Client and What I Learned Along the Way

    Hey there! Today I’m excited to share a bit about my own story, how I landed my first freelancing client, and what I learned along the way. 

    Lately, the number one thing I’ve been hearing from so many of you is that you’re scared you won’t be able to land freelancing clients. That’s a legitimate fear and one I struggled with too! It actually took me 7 months to land my first client… definitely not ideal. 

    However, through my struggles, I learned a ton of valuable insights along the way. I tweaked and perfected the actions I was taking to land clients, and I’m excited to share what I learned with you today.

    Check out the show notes for more information, including links and resources mentioned in today’s episode!
    SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode286

    Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn

    • 20 min
    285. Streamline Your Freelance Business with Full Scope Freelancer: The Only Tool Freelancers Need to Manage Their Business

    285. Streamline Your Freelance Business with Full Scope Freelancer: The Only Tool Freelancers Need to Manage Their Business

    In today's episode, we're diving into Full Scope Freelancer, an all-in-one platform designed specifically for freelancers. Learn how this tool can help you manage your freelance business. 
    In the past, I’ve been hesitant to promote one tool or another because they’ve been too complicated, too expensive, or can’t even do everything we need them to do. That being said, I recently learned about Full Scope Freelancer and it has blown me away!

    Tune in to today’s short and sweet episode to learn more about Full Scope Freelancer and how it can support you and your business!

    If you're ready to jump on board, sign up using my affiliate link fullscopefreelancer.com/micala. You’ll get access to all Full Scope Freelancer has to offer (plus the Live Free Academy templates loaded in there and easily accessible)!

    Check out the show notes for more information, including links and resources mentioned in today’s episode!


    SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode285

    Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn

    • 12 min
    284. From Teacher to Freelancer: How Melissa Shuetz Landed 5 Clients in Just One Month

    284. From Teacher to Freelancer: How Melissa Shuetz Landed 5 Clients in Just One Month

    Hey there! Today, I’m chatting with Melissa Schuetz about how she went from teacher to freelancer and landed 5 clients in just one month! Melissa is a mom of 5 and a former teacher of 6 years. When her youngest of born, she desperately started searching for ways to leave the classroom. She was burnout from teaching and wanted more time at home with her children. Melissa stumbled upon freelancing and the Live Free Academy and resigned from teaching immediately. 

    Melissa shares how she landed her clients, the kinds of tasks she does for her clients, and where she fits client work into her busy schedule. 

    Check out the show notes for more information, including links and resources mentioned in today’s episode!
    SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode284

    Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn
    ***There is now a 12 month payment plan for the Live Free Academy! You can get started today for just $147! Head over to go.micalaquinn.com for more details and to sign up!***

    • 31 min
    283. How Freelancers Can Support and Connect with Bloggers with Amy Reinecke and Jennifer Draper

    283. How Freelancers Can Support and Connect with Bloggers with Amy Reinecke and Jennifer Draper

    Hey there! I am so excited to share today’s episode with you! I’m chatting with Amy Reinecke and Jennifer Draper, the founders of Spark Media Concepts, who share invaluable insights and practical tips for freelancers looking to support and connect with bloggers.
    At Spark Media Concepts, Amy and Jennifer help women create and grow their own blogs, ultimately, building an online business that fits into their life and brings them joy. They also both run and maintain their own successful blogs and online communities. With their background and experience, they both offer a unique perspective on how bloggers can utilize freelancers in their blogging business. 

    They discuss the specific tasks bloggers might need help with, the characteristics and qualities bloggers are looking for when hiring a freelancer, and where and how to connect with bloggers. 

    Check out the show notes for more information including links and resources mentioned in today’s episode!
    SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode283

    Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn






    ***There is now a 12 month payment plan for the Live Free Academy! You can get started today for just $147! Head over to go.micalaquinn.com for more details and to sign up!***

    • 52 min
    282. WAHM Success Story: Becoming a Virtual Assistant in the midst of Building a Homestead with Kristi Kirk

    282. WAHM Success Story: Becoming a Virtual Assistant in the midst of Building a Homestead with Kristi Kirk

    Welcome back to the podcast! Join us as we dive into an exciting conversation with Krisi Kirk, who started her freelancing business as a virtual assistant right around the time her family jumped into homesteading.
    Just a few short years ago, Kristi and her family sold everything they had, purchased 30 acres of land, and lived in campers while building their forever home from top to bottom in 9 months. Amidst their homesteading adventure, Kristi joined the Live Free Academy and launched her freelancing career as a virtual assistant.
    Kristi shares insights into how she managed to kickstart her freelancing business while juggling the demands of homesteading.

    Check out the show notes for more information including links and resources mentioned in today’s episode!
    SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode282

    Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn
    ***There is now a 12 month payment plan for the Live Free Academy! You can get started today for just $147! Head over to go.micalaquinn.com for more details and to sign up!***

    • 31 min
    281. WAHM Success Story: Freelancing as a Single Mom: Molly's Path to Flexibility and Financial Freedom

    281. WAHM Success Story: Freelancing as a Single Mom: Molly's Path to Flexibility and Financial Freedom

    Happy Monday! Join us on today's podcast episode as we sit down with Molly Mariss. Molly walks us through freelancing as a single mom.
     In 2020 and in the midst of filing for divorce, Molly stumbled upon the Live Free Academy, and she knew she had to try it out. She finished the course within a month, built her freelancing business, started landing clients, and now supports herself and her girls from home.


    Molly shares insights into how she landed her clients, her daily schedule as a single mom, and all about the high-level service she offers her clients. Molly's story is an inspiring one for anyone seeking a career change, particularly single moms navigating work-life balance. Learn from her experiences, strategies, and determination to create a thriving freelancing business.

    Check out the show notes for more information including links and resources mentioned in today’s episode!


    SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode281

    Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinn
    ***There is now a 12 month payment plan for the Live Free Academy! You can get started today for just $147! Head over to go.micalaquinn.com for more details and to sign up!***

    • 38 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
297 Ratings

297 Ratings

llemon55 ,

Changed my life

I found Micala and this podcast in early 2021 when I found out I was pregnant. My husband asked me if I wanted to stay home after having the baby, and I’d NEVER considered leaving teaching, but it sounded like such a dream! I binged this podcast and then the Live Free Academy course, and although finding success hasn’t been a straight line (mostly because I lost focus and didn’t niche down soon enough!), I now have four amazing clients and get to hang with my two girls all day long. Put the time in, listen to all the advice on this podcast, and hang in there, push on. It really can work!

Dawnelynnette ,

Motivational and Practical

Once again, I am spurred on to higher things regarding freelancing after listening to episode number 273. If you are wondering how you can replace your corporate income, Michala is your go to person to follow. This episode is encouraging me to reach even higher with my income goals!! It’s definitely worth listening to.

SheSmiles AtherFuture ,

Addicted to this Podcast: Full of Useful Information as Always.

This episode (#215) was meaningful to me because of the special relationship that was obvious between the two freelancers. I also enjoyed hearing that it’s not necessary to have a website or a huge online presence to be an effective and successful supportive online assistant.

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