Feeling lonely as a team-of-one?

So here’s the thing…

I was kicking myself this week for changing this newsletter to a “weekly” schedule when thinking about what to share.

But then I realised I’ve accidentally dropped some of my spiciest takes on three different podcasts last month, and honestly, it’s too good not to share.

We covered:

• why “community” isn’t just vibes (and AI can’t fake it)

• how I almost burned out my freelance biz before systems saved me

• and what I really think about $10K community pricing, ego, and freelancer loneliness

It’s equal parts overshare, therapy session, and strategic rant, with enough swearing and automation tips to make you feel seen.

Scroll down to binge them all.

Apparently I’m an Internet Personality Now

I don’t have a long essay for you today because I’ve been talking my mouth off on a bunch of podcasts. But honestly? These convos say a lot about how I work, what I believe, and how I’m building this thing with you.

If you’re building a community, running a scrappy business, or just tired of trying to do it all alone, these are worth a listen. If you prefer a short summary, here’s the gist:

Forget AI. Communities are the new internet.

If the internet is loud, glitchy, and run by clickbait, communities are the underground railroad of real trust.

Pete Monfre from the Agency Founders Network invited me to have this chat on the B2B Marketing Mindset podcast.

We unpack why algorithms can’t outpace actual relationships, and how recommendations, not rankings are becoming the way people buy. Especially in B2B.

How automation saved my freelance business

Then Yurii, from the Freelance Sucks podcast, and I talked subcontractor chaos, neurospicy overwhelm, and why I nearly lit my business on fire before systems saved me.

We talk about the exact automations I used to stop drowning and start delivering, especially when ADHD and burnout hit at the same time.

Bonus: I share my favorite automation tool for “making it look like you’ve got a team of ten when it’s just you in pajamas.”

Why Freelancers Need Communities

Freelancing can be freeing, but it’s also lonely AF. In this Freelance Thrive Podcast, I get honest about why community has become non-negotiable for sustainability and scale.

We get into imposter syndrome, pricing communities at $10K+, and what happens when you stop chasing virality and start chasing value.

Spoiler: I talk about why ego doesn't build ecosystems.

What members have been sharing this week:

• Don’t know what to charge clients? Jomiro created a FREE rate calculator for freelancers so you can set fair rates and get paid fairly!

• Drew just launched his free community membership with Broadband Breakfast - sign up here!

• A few of our members are excited to learn from ambitious business empire builders at Beehiiv’s upcoming Creator Business Summit.

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