Freelance Canada: Recent Episodes
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On this weekly podcast, Mohammed Asaduallah, Benji's CEO, interviews Canadian freelancers and industry experts as they get candid about the hilarious, exciting, and most challenging aspects of freelancing in Canada.
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If you liked Freelance Canada, then be sure to subscribe to our newsletter by visiting freelancecanada.fm. You'll get access to all of Mohammed's personal notes as well as book recommendations about the topic discussed in the episode.
If you liked Freelance Canada, then be sure to subscribe to our newsletter by visiting freelancecanada.fm. You'll get access to all of Mohammed's personal notes as well as book recommendations about the topic discussed in the episode.
If you liked Freelance Canada, then be sure to subscribe to our newsletter by visiting freelancecanada.fm. You'll get access to all of Mohammed's personal notes as well as book recommendations about the topic discussed in the episode.
If you liked Freelance Canada, then be sure to subscribe to our newsletter by visiting freelancecanada.fm. You'll get access to all of Mohammed's personal notes as well as book recommendations about the topic discussed in the episode.
If you liked Freelance Canada, then be sure to subscribe to our newsletter by visiting freelancecanada.fm. You'll get access to all of Mohammed's personal notes as well as book recommendations about the topic discussed in the episode.
If you liked Freelance Canada, then be sure to subscribe to our newsletter by visiting freelancecanada.fm. You'll get access to all of Mohammed's personal notes as well as book recommendations about the topic discussed in the episode.
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Renee Sylvestre-Williams is a finance and culture writer who got interested in the topic of money when she bought her home and realized she no longer had disposable income.
Having worked as a journalist for more than 10 years, Renee has covered what it's like to rebuild a heart, women in mining, B corps and why women need to invest in women entrepreneurs. Her work has been published in the Globe and Mail, Flare, MoneySense, the Toronto Star and Forbes.
In this episode, Renee and Mohammed talk about how Canadian freelancers can better protect themselves by getting insurance coverage that's right for them.
Jackie Porter is an awarding winning financial planner, best-selling author and public speaker who has helped thousands of clients grow their net worth, build a fortress around their finances and keep more of their cash in their pocket.
Jackie has been featured on a number of shows and is a regular contributor to financial publications. In fact, she was recently named Mackenzie Female Trailblazer of the Year for 2019. Jackie is a leading expert in women and money and is also the co-author of Single by Choice or Chance.
In this episode, Jackie and Mohammed talk about how Canadian freelancers who are single — whether by choice or chance — can design a life plan that covers not only their financial goals but also other life priorities such as their career, relationships and personal goals.
Barry Choi is a personal finance and travel expert based in Toronto. His website, Money We Have, is one of Canada’s top resources for all things travel and money.
Barry combines his knowledge of finance with his passion for travel to encourage people to see the world without spending a fortune. Whether it’s trip planning, loyalty programs or trending destinations, Barry shares practical tips that everyone can use.
In this episode, Barry and Mohammed talk about how Canadian freelancers can reflect on their credit card purchases and choose a credit card that will help them maximize every dollar spent.
Enoch Omololu is a veterinarian by day and resident personal finance expert by night. His blog Savvy New Canadians is dedicated to discussing personal finance topics relevant to new Canadians.
With a master's degree in Finance and Investment Management from the University of Aberdeen Business School, Enoch has a passion for helping others achieve their financial goals and has been featured in a number of personal finance publications.
In this episode, Enoch and Mohammed talk about how Canadian freelancers can review their financial goals and start building an investment portfolio towards a better future.
Zandile Chiwanza is a self-proclaimed “budget warrior” and personal finance journalist on a mission to improve financial health among Canadians, especially newcomers.
As a former international student, Zandile knows firsthand the challenges of navigating an unfamiliar system without a thorough understanding of one’s financial resources.
In just a few years, she’s proven herself a force within the industry and has gained recognition for her work to highlight the connection between financial wellness, mental health and race.
In this episode, Zandile and Mohammed talk about how Canadian freelancers can improve their financial well-being and take a more mindful approach to pay down their debt.
Ashantè Fray is an intuitive tarot and oracle reader at Synchronized Soul where she focuses on getting souls aligned with their spiritual journey.
Ashantè uses her intuitive gift as well as divination tools to provide clarity and guidance. She encourages all souls to embrace who they are and start living their lives authentically.
In this episode, Ashanté and Mohammed talk about how Canadian freelancers can assemble a toolkit that increases their productivity and can grow with their business.
Anita Chauhan is a senior marketing leader whose experience spans more than 8 years in the Toronto tech community and four years in government agencies. Currently, she is the Director of Marketing at Crescendo as well as the Head of Marketing at Eirene Cremations.
For the last five years, she's been the only marketer for several early-stage startups while growing her freelance business on the side. She's passionate about diversity and inclusion and is an advocate for women in tech.
In this episode, Anita and Mohammed talk about how Canadian freelancers can work with their clients to determine the scope of work and set up each project for success.
Stefan Palios has been a freelance writer since 2017 and is now a published author! His first book, The 50 Laws of Freelancing, is all about how the freelance business really works.
In this episode, Stefan and Mohammed talk about how Canadian freelancers can build a pipeline of clients that enables them to start working full-time on their business.
Alexandra Macqueen is a Certified Financial Planner who teaches, advises, and writes about personal finance in Toronto as a freelance writer and advice-only financial advisor.
She has a love for retirement income planning, but is interested in every aspect of personal finance at every life stage and for every person. She loves collaborating and finding new ways to reach people.
In this episode, Alexandra and Mohammed talk about how Canadian freelancers can define the purpose of their business and use those insights to establish a business structure that's right for them.
Josh Garofalo is a SaaS consultant and copywriter at swaycopy.com.
Since 2015, he has helped dozens of SaaS companies get more leads and sales, including clients such as HubSpot, Wave, Unbounce, and Hotjar.
In this episode, Josh and Mohammed talk about how Canadian freelancers can build a successful business by identifying a niche that can help them stand out from the noise.
Lisa Omore is a multidisciplinary designer with a background in advertising. A year ago she left her agency job to dive into the world of freelancing as a branding and logo designer.
To date, Lisa has worked with some of the biggest brands including Shopify, Timberland and Moosehead Breweries.
In this episode, Lisa and Mohammed talk about how Canadian freelancers can make the leap to working full-time on their business and how they can better prepare to increase their chances of success.
Annie Chu is the Founder of the culinary travel blog, Chu on This, for which she has received the highest recognition for food writing in Canada when she was named Taste Canada Awards Shortlisted Author in 2017.
Annie is also a Professional Development Lawyer with The Advocates' Society, a not-for-profit and Canada’s premier advocacy skills training provider.
In this episode, Annie and Mohammed talk about how Canadian freelancers can develop better negotiation skills and get comfortable making it a part of their client engagement process.
Desirae Odjick is a product and content marketer, which she says is a formal way of saying she tells stories about software.
Desirae currently works at Shopify, and has freelanced extensively for fintech companies as a result of her work on Half Banked — the personal finance blog she started.
In this episode, Desirae and Mohammed talk about how Canadian freelancers can effectively market their business and create opportunities to generate passive income.
On this weekly podcast, Mohammed Asaduallah, Benji's CEO, interviews Canadian freelancers and industry experts as they get candid about the hilarious, exciting, and most challenging aspects of freelancing in Canada. Whether you're self-employed or working 5to9, our goal here is to create content that can help you make better decisions about your freelance business. Because freelance life is better with Benji.