Freelance Friday

This is what my plan is for building a more freedom-driven business in 2027. Thanks to FreshBooks for sponsoring this episode! Try FreshBooks Payroll for 30 days free: https://partner.freshbooks.com/vsf7lk Values assessment: https://personalvalu.es/ Get book updates: https://brave-hall-727.myflodesk.com/lvzdv9f5qu

Sharing 5 video ideas any business owner can create tomorrow to generate more leads and sales! Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: https://metricool.com/latasha-james-2/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20261016_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q4 Want to create vlogs? Join the Life, Camera, Action challenge: https://brave-hall-727.myflodesk.com/vlog Join me at The Marketer's Edit: https://www.themarketersedit.com/

Let's talk about staying safe as a content creator! Living Alone Diaries are a popular trend, but it's important to protect your privacy. Here are my thoughts after vlogging my life for over a decade! FREE VLOGGING COURSE: https://courses.latashajames.com/courses/the-art-of-the-vlog

Getting started as a freelancer is scary. Here are my thoughts on doing it before you feel fully ready. Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: https://metricool.com/latasha-james-2/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260925_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q3

Today I’m talking about the business behind client work: inquiries, scope, payment, project setup, and tracking. This episode is sponsored by FreshBooks. Get started with the FreshBooks Lite plan for $1/month for the first 12 months, available for a limited time to new customers: https://partner.freshbooks.com/ae5ain

Here's how I make vlogs that are fun for me and good for business! This is my exact step-by-step process of filming, editing, and planning my videos. Try Metricool's new Flows feature FREE with my code LATASHA: https://metricool.com/latasha-james/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260904_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q3 Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring today's episode! FREE VLOGGING COURSE: https://courses.latashajames.com/courses/the-art-of-the-vlog Gear Mentioned - DJI Osmo Pocket 3: https://amzn.to/4xwbyyy SmallRig Expansion Adapter: https://amzn.to/4zTYxk3 Newerr VM10 Microphone: https://amzn.to/46Lt9ql Mount w/ Mic Hot Shoe for iPhone: https://amzn.to/4x2LmL3

Failure is a part of business and getting comfortable with it is one of the best things you can do as an entrepreneur. Here are a few of my recent "fails" and what I've learned from them. Studio Sale: https://brave-hall-727.myflodesk.com/x6wk9wb40l 0:00 - Failure is a part of business1:44 - I tried to post a video every day 7:50 - I’m closing my content studio13:24 - I can’t get event sponsors18:46 - Going to grad school while running a business23:48 - People hate my travel videos27:05 - A brief rant

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YouTube is changing A LOT in 2026, so let's look at what actually works, thanks to a new study from Metricool. Check out the full study here: https://metricool.com/youtube-study/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260814_latasha-james_youtube-study_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q3 Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: https://metricool.com/latasha-james-2/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260814_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q3

I've sold over $1M in online courses and yes, online courses are still relevant today. Let's look at Jessi Jean's viral YAP CHALLENGE as a case study. Check out Metricool's YouTube Study: https://metricool.com/youtube-study/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260807_latasha-james_youtube-study_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q3 Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: https://metricool.com/latasha-james/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260807_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q3

Here's my advice for raising your rates as a freelancer, plus thoughts on the Squarespace price increase for 2026. FREE FREELANCE PRICING CALCULATOR: https://brave-hall-727.myflodesk.com/u03u37o0q0 Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: ⁠https://metricool.com/latasha-james-2/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260724_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q3⁠

Here's why most content creators never make a full-time income and how you can learn from their mistakes to build a thriving online business. Get 90% off FreshBooks for 3 months: https://partner.freshbooks.com/latasha Thanks to FreshBooks for sponsoring this video!

These are the 10 biggest lessons I learned about becoming a successful freelancer after 400 episodes of The Freelance Friday Podcast. Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: https://metricool.com/latasha-james/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260703_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content=post&utm_term=q3 Learn from more successful freelancers at The Marketer's Edit: https://themarketersedit.com/

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Here's your 2026 guide to Instagram marketing... based on real data. Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: https://metricool.com/latasha-james/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260619_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q2 Download the full study here: https://metricool.com/instagram-research-study/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260619_latasha-james_instagram-study_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q2

Here's what's new in social media marketing right now. Join me at The Marketer's Edit in NYC! https://themarketersedit.com/ Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: https://metricool.com/latasha-james-2/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260612_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q2 Grow your online business with custom daily lessons in my app: https://studio.com/latasha

Here's how I'd become a full-time content creator in 2026... the rules have definitely changed! 📲 MY CREATOR TRIFECTA APP: https://studio.com/latasha 🎟️ Get tickets to The Marketer's Edit, my upcoming event in NYC! ⁠https://themarketersedit.com/⁠ ⚡️ Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: https://metricool.com/latasha-james/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260529_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q2

Is the future of marketing really in in person experiences? Sharing my process of planning an in person event and why the answer to your marketing problems could be solved by going IRL. Join us at The Marketer's Edit! Nov. 7-8 in NYC. Early Bird open now (join the email list to access): https://www.themarketersedit.com/

Let's discuss the difference between anxiety, intuition, and burnout as an entrepreneurs -- plus their roles in making big decisions about your business (or life). Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: https://metricool.com/latasha-james/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260516_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q2 Book a 1-1 coaching call with me - these calls blend practical business strategy with a more holistic, psychologically informed approach to creativity, identity, nervous system regulation, and sustainable growth as a creator or entrepreneur: https://www.latashajames.com/coaching Whether you’re looking to land brand deals, sell digital products, or build a freelance business, my Creator Trifecta Academy app gives you a personalized learning path and daily action steps to help you grow as a creator → https://studio.com/latasha

Let's talk state of the creator economy and how to become a full time content creator in 2026 with @SidewalkerDaily . FREE TRAINING - HOW TO GET PAID BRAND DEALS: https://sidewalkerdaily.lpages.co/how-to-land-paid-brand-deals-latasha-james/ Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: https://metricool.com/latasha-james-2/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260501_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q2 Whether you're looking to start a side hustle in 2026 or want to go full-time as a content creator, the Creator Trifecta Academy will give you a personalized curriculum with daily actions to help you reach your goals. Built around my personal frameworks, methodology, and perspectives, this app gives you a 100% unique set of lessons and activities based on YOUR individual goals. Whether you want to offer services (i.e. social media management), products (like online courses), or build a relationship with a brand (through sponsorships or affiliate income), there's something for you here ➡️ https://studio.com/latasha