Episodes 46
Avg. Duration 38m
Activity Declining
Apple Rating 5.0 (12)
Since Mar 2023
Latest Episode Dec 2025

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Freelance gives women the flexibility and freedom to make money in a way that Corporate America just can’t. Join longtime freelance writer, journalist, and mom of three Ashley Cisneros Mejia as she interviews fellow women freelance writers and other freelance professionals about the business of freelancing. If you want to learn how to monetize your creative talents, make money on your own terms, and design a flexible life you love, this show is for you.

Talk Freelance To Me: A  Podcast for Women Freelancers 
Where Self-Employed Women Writers, Freelancers, and Solopreneurs Meet to Master the 1099 Contractor Lifestyle

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S2E26 How to Hit Reset on Your Freelance Business with Melanie Padgett Powers

Dec 15, 2025 31m Transcript

Are you running your freelance business with intention—or just reacting to deadlines?It’s easy to stay in motion as a freelancer. Between client work, content marketing, invoicing, and trying to keep…

S2E25 Writing, Boundaries, and How to Be a Feisty Freelancer with Dr. Sue Bowness

Dec 08, 2025 50m Transcript

What does it really take to build a freelance business that feels steady, fulfilling, and true to who you are? Every freelancer faces moments of doubt, especially when the industry shifts,…

S2E24 How to Protect Your Energy as a Freelancer with Arlene Ambrose

Dec 03, 2025 52m Transcript

Are you creating a business that supports your well-being, or one that silently drains it?In this episode of The Talk Freelance To Me® Podcast, host Ashley Cisneros Mejia sits down with registered…

S2E23 How to Write Your Freelance Success Story with Rachel Smith and Lynne Testoni of The Content Byte

Nov 23, 2025 48m Transcript

Two powerhouse Australian creatives. Seven years of podcasting wisdom. One honest conversation about building something that lasts.In this episode of The Talk Freelance To Me® Podcast, host Ashley…

S2E22 How to Start Ugly with Freelancer Turned Founder Alex “Nemo” Hanse

Nov 17, 2025 47m Transcript

In this episode of The Talk Freelance To Me® Podcast, host Ashley Cisneros Mejia sits down with creator, designer, entrepreneur, and all-around inspiration Alex “Nemo” Hanse, the mind behind the…

S2E21 Freelance Writing Business Tips That Actually Work with Mandy Ellis

Sep 03, 2025 1h 5m Transcript

Are you tired of feast-and-famine freelance cycles and clients who treat you like an order taker?In this episode of The Talk Freelance To Me® Podcast, host Ashley Cisneros Mejia sits down with…

S2E20 How Freelancers Can Build Passive Income Streams With Sandra Beckwith

Jun 27, 2025 35m Transcript

As a freelancer, how can you make more money from work you’ve already created?In this episode, host Ashley Cisneros Mejia sits down with award-winning publicist-turned-book-marketing-coach Sandra…

S2E19 How To Diversify Your Freelance Business with Intention

Jun 07, 2025 18m Transcript

How do you protect your freelance writing business from uncertainty, burnout, and AI disruption?In this solo episode, host Ashley Cisneros Mejia shares the exact framework she presented at the Growth…

S2E18 How to Raise Your Freelance Writing Rates with Austin Church of Freelance Cake

Apr 23, 2025 45m Transcript

How do you raise your freelance writing rates—and your confidence—at the same time?In this powerful episode of The Talk Freelance To Me Podcast, host Ashley Cisneros Mejia welcomes writer, coach, and…

S2E17 Freelance Success Strategies: What I Learned at the ASJA Conference

Mar 01, 2025 40m Transcript

How can you build a thriving freelance writing career in today’s competitive market?In this solo episode of The Talk Freelance To Me Podcast, host Ashley Cisneros Mejia takes you behind the scenes of…

S2E16 How to Thrive in Freelance by Thinking Like a CEO with Rod Colon

Jan 30, 2025 36m Transcript

How can you take control of your freelance career like a CEO?In this episode of The Talk Freelance To Me Podcast, host Ashley Cisneros Mejia reconnects with her longtime mentor, Rod Colon, to explore…

S2E15 From Writing to Consulting: Freelance Success and Giving Back with Mara Shorr

Jan 16, 2025 53m Transcript

How can you turn your creative passion into a thriving freelance business and still give back?In this episode host Ashley Cisneros Mejia sits down with long-time friend and expert consultant Mara…

S2E14 From Freelancer to Bestselling Author: Writing Lessons from Newbery Medalist Jerry Craft

Oct 22, 2024 1h 1m Transcript

How can staying true to your story unlock your biggest creative breakthrough?In this episode Ashley Cisneros Mejia chats with award-winning author and illustrator Jerry Craft, creator of New Kid—the…

S2E13 Behind Medium’s Growth: CEO Tony Stubblebine on Helping Writers Thrive

Sep 12, 2024 24m Transcript

How can Medium’s unique platform help you reach new audiences and maximize your freelance potential?In this episode we sit down with Tony Stubblebine, CEO of Medium, to explore how the platform is…

S2E12 Freelance Breakthroughs: Priya Joi on Science, Identity, and Motherhood

Aug 01, 2024 1h 3m Transcript

What lessons can a two-decade freelancer in science and health communication offer to the next generation of freelancers?In this episode we chat with Priya Joi, a distinguished science journalist and…

S2E11 Freelancer to Professor: How to Land Your Dream Teaching Gig with Jenna Spinelle

Jul 15, 2024 31m Transcript

Hey freelancer, have you ever considered teaching at a university?  Our guest, Jenna Spinelle, is a freelance writer, podcaster, and instructor at Penn State University. She shares her inspiring…

S2E10 How Niche Freelance Writing Can Elevate Your Career with Birder Bryony Angell

Jun 21, 2024 25m Transcript

How do you find and fill a freelance writing content vacuum in your industry?Join us as we sit down with Bryony Angell, a narrative non-fiction writer who has carved out a unique niche in the world…

S2E9 How to Juggle a 9-5 and Thriving Freelance Side Hustles Without Losing Your Mind with Donna Raphael

May 06, 2024 39m Transcript

Can you run a successful freelance business while working in a corporate 9-5 job?Yes, IF you can master time management and set clear expectations!Don't miss this inspiring episode of The Talk…

S2E8 How To Find Freelance Writing Work FAST When You Need Money NOW

Apr 23, 2024 39m Transcript

Are you a freelance writer struggling during economic uncertainty? Tune in to this episode of The Talk Freelance To Me Podcast where host Ashley Cisneros shares actionable strategies for finding…

S2E7 Understanding Audiences and Writing Compelling Stories with Lyle Smith, author of WHY YELLOW MATTERS

Apr 07, 2024 56m Transcript

Discover the secrets to finding inspiration and creating meaningful work on the latest episode of The Talk Freelance To Me Podcast. Host Ashley Cisneros Mejia sits down with author and consultant…

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How many episodes does Talk Freelance To Me have?

Talk Freelance To Me has published 46 episodes since March 2023, covering topics in Business, Careers.

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Talk Freelance To Me is currently declining with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 38m.

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