Jordana was stuck. Her consulting business was working just fine. She employed a few contractors, made about $70,000 per year in gross revenue, and worked less than 40 hours per week. Things weren’t bad but they weren’t good either. As I always say to my clients: Fine is fine. …

A few months ago, I had an uncomfortable experience with a writing client who I’ve worked with frequently over the past few years. At one point in time, this client was at the top of my list: Well-paid, fun work, and a respectful relationship. But then the client emailed me…

When I go on vacation, I typically set the following boundaries: I tell all of my clients (writing and coaching) that I won’t be able to email them while I’m away. (I also let everyone know when I plan to return to email.) I delete all of my social media…

A while back, my 3-year-old son projectile vomited onto me as he was getting ready for preschool. I had a whole workday planned. Every Sunday evening, I sit down for 20 minutes and map out the week ahead. I look at the different things I need to do and set…

Many of us started our careers at full-time jobs, where decisions about your career direction were probably somewhat mapped out for you. If you’re working in a corporate setting, there’s often a hierarchical structure that dictates how and when you can advance to the next level. …

If you know me, you know I talk a lot about running a sustainable freelance business. My coaching membership program, called SUSTAIN, is focused on that very thing. But what does it mean to run a sustainable business? That’s what I want to talk about today. To sustain means to support, nourish and provide relief in a steady manner. When…

Stillness. The absence of movement or sound. I love stillness — in theory. Put me on the top of a mountain, with no human beings in sight, and I feel incredibly grounded. I’d rather hike alone or spend time alone than attend a concert in a crowded place. Absence of…

Bren had been self-employed for three years, but she still didn’t have a website and she rarely told people that she was a freelancer. When we first met, she said she didn’t identify as a freelancer yet. …

If you come from a generationally traumatized family like mine, you might always be trying not to be noticed. When you’ve been hurt, disappearing feels much safer. But what if you’ve chosen a career path where you’ll need to be noticed publicly if you want to succeed? Let’s dig in. …