Freelance Friday

Hosted by Latasha James

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388

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Oct 2026

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EN-US

About the show

An inside look at the world of freelancing, featuring tips, tricks, and interviews with people who are doing it right.

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October 30, 202624 min

de-influencing you from becoming a full-time content creator

Watch this before becoming a full-time content creator.

October 23, 202620 min

How I’m Building a Freedom-Driven Business in 2027

This is what my plan is for building a more freedom-driven business in 2027. Thanks to FreshBooks for sponsoring this episode! Try FreshBooks Payroll for 30 days free: https://partner.freshbooks.com/vsf7lk Values assessment: https://personalvalu.es/ Get book updates: https://brave-hall-727.myflodesk.com/lvzdv9f5qu

October 16, 202616 min

5 Videos Every Business Owner Can Create Tomorrow

Sharing 5 video ideas any business owner can create tomorrow to generate more leads and sales! Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: https://metricool.com/latasha-james-2/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20261016_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q4 Want to create vlogs? Join the Life, Camera, Action challenge: https://brave-hall-727.myflodesk.com/vlog Join me at The Marketer's Edit: https://www.themarketersedit.com/

October 2, 202624 min

How to Stay Safe as a Content Creator

Let's talk about staying safe as a content creator! Living Alone Diaries are a popular trend, but it's important to protect your privacy. Here are my thoughts after vlogging my life for over a decade! FREE VLOGGING COURSE: https://courses.latashajames.com/courses/the-art-of-the-vlog

September 25, 202627 min

scared I'm going to fail

Getting started as a freelancer is scary. Here are my thoughts on doing it before you feel fully ready. Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: https://metricool.com/latasha-james-2/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260925_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q3

September 18, 202617 min

What Clients See vs. What Actually Happens Behind the Scenes

Today I’m talking about the business behind client work: inquiries, scope, payment, project setup, and tracking. This episode is sponsored by FreshBooks. Get started with the FreshBooks Lite plan for $1/month for the first 12 months, available for a limited time to new customers: https://partner.freshbooks.com/ae5ain

September 4, 202632 min

How to Make Vlogs in 2026: My Exact Step-by-Step Process

Here's how I make vlogs that are fun for me and good for business! This is my exact step-by-step process of filming, editing, and planning my videos. Try Metricool's new Flows feature FREE with my code LATASHA: https://metricool.com/latasha-james/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260904_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q3 Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring today's episode! FREE VLOGGING COURSE: https://courses.latashajames.com/courses/the-art-of-the-vlog Gear Mentioned - DJI Osmo Pocket 3: https://amzn.to/4xwbyyy SmallRig Expansion Adapter: https://amzn.to/4zTYxk3 Newerr VM10 Microphone: https://amzn.to/46Lt9ql Mount w/ Mic Hot Shoe for iPhone: https://amzn.to/4x2LmL3

August 28, 202629 min

Failure is a part of business.

Failure is a part of business and getting comfortable with it is one of the best things you can do as an entrepreneur. Here are a few of my recent "fails" and what I've learned from them. Studio Sale: https://brave-hall-727.myflodesk.com/x6wk9wb40l 0:00 - Failure is a part of business1:44 - I tried to post a video every day 7:50 - I’m closing my content studio13:24 - I can’t get event sponsors18:46 - Going to grad school while running a business23:48 - People hate my travel videos27:05 - A brief rant

August 21, 202617 min

How to Turn a Side Hustle into a REAL Business

This is how to turn a side hustle into a REAL business, step-by-step! Form your LLC from $0 + state fees w/ Tailor Brands: https://tailorbrands.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=25&aff_id=10073&aff_sub2=aug26video Thanks to Tailor Brands for sponsoring this episode.

August 14, 202623 min

YouTube is changing A LOT. Here's what works in 2026.

YouTube is changing A LOT in 2026, so let's look at what actually works, thanks to a new study from Metricool. Check out the full study here: https://metricool.com/youtube-study/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260814_latasha-james_youtube-study_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q3 Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: https://metricool.com/latasha-james-2/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260814_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q3