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#008: Essential skills for freelancers

Learn which skills to focus on, videos to watch, books and blogs to read, and free courses to take so you can stand out as a freelancer.

Summary

In this episode, we explore the essential skills you need to grow your personal and professional brand. Whether you're a freelancer or preparing to jump back into the workforce, mastering these skills will help you stay ahead of the competition.

From sales and marketing to business operations, design, writing, and tech, we cover the best resources—videos, books, blogs, and free courses—that can help you learn and apply these skills effectively.

You'll also discover how to create a customized learning plan using the 80-20 rule and tools like ChatGPT to streamline your learning process.

Timestamps

0:00 intro
0:21 sales and marketing
1:25 business operations
2:51 design and creative
3:17 writing
3:40 technology
4:14 T-shaped marketer
4:26 T-shaped freelancer example

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Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | RSS

Learn more about Marjy and Brief Gems at msguery.net/podcast.

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Brief Gems
Brief Gems
Brief Gems, hosted by Marjy G., is a mini-podcast for digital creators looking to simplify their business and brand. Join me every 2 weeks for short, actionable episodes under 15 minutes filled with educational tips, inspirational lessons from my journey to becoming a paid digital creator, and behind-the-scenes insights. Listen in to find out how to streamline your workflow, create engaging content, and promote your services effectively. Learn more about Marjy and Brief Gems at msguery.net/podcast. You can also find Brief Gems on ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠, ⁠Spotify⁠, Substack, and ⁠YouTube⁠.