Building your own business comes in so many forms, and today we get to hear about the incredible business of freelancing with my guest Alex, of Alex Mills Social, chatting about the breadth of unique challenges and learnings the world of social media and strategy consulting brings.

Because when you are your business, and responsible for keeping that pipeline building while doing the do – there’s a bit to balance.  

In this ep you’ll hear us chat about:
The value of time as a freelancer, or any type of business owner, when it comes to subjective networking
Identifying your transferrable skills
Vanity metrics & “trying to win” at socials
Getting ghosted when pitching yourself
The importance of time spent on both promoting yourself and learning
And a lot of excellent social media tips to boot.

If you’re looking for some business solidarity and inspiration, you’re in the right place.

Connect with Alex on IG @alexmillssocial

TikTok @alexmillssocial

And check out his work at his website alexmillssocial.com.au

And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG , Threads and LinkedIn

Join our Facebook Group

And show your support for this independent podcast and small business by shouting your host a cuppa at buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpod

You can reach your host on email kim@unemployedandafraid.com.au on IG on LinkedIn

or via unemployedandafraid.com.au

Building your own business comes in so many forms, and today we get to hear about the incredible business of freelancing with my guest Alex, of Alex Mills Social, chatting about the breadth of unique challenges and learnings the world of social media and strategy consulting brings.
Because when you are your business, and responsible for keeping that pipeline building while doing the do – there’s a bit to balance.  
In this ep you’ll hear us chat about:
<ul>
<li>The value of time as a freelancer, or any type of business owner, when it comes to subjective networking</li>
<li>Identifying your transferrable skills</li>
<li>Vanity metrics &amp; “trying to win” at socials</li>
<li>Getting ghosted when pitching yourself</li>
<li>The importance of time spent on both promoting yourself and learning</li>
<li>And a lot of excellent social media tips to boot.</li>
</ul>
If you’re looking for some business solidarity and inspiration, you’re in the right place.
Connect with Alex on IG <a href="https://www.instagram.com/alexmillssocial/">@alexmillssocial</a>
TikTok <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@alexmillssocial">@alexmillssocial</a>
And check out his work at his website <a href="https://alexmillssocial.com.au/">alexmillssocial.com.au</a>
And don’t forget to follow Unemployed &amp; Afraid on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/unemployedandafraid/?hl=en">IG</a> , <a href="https://www.threads.net/@unemployedandafraid">Threads</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/unemployed-afraid">LinkedIn</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/unemployedandafraid">Join our Facebook Group</a>
And show your support for this independent podcast and small business by shouting your host a cuppa at <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpod">buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpod</a>
You can reach your host on email <a href="mailto:kim@unemployedandafraid.com">kim@unemployedandafraid.com.au</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/goodsideofthebed_/?hl=en">IG</a> on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-kerton/">LinkedIn</a>
or via <a href="https://www.unemployedandafraid.com.au/">unemployedandafraid.com.au</a>

A business podcast for the brave self-employed.

Growing your own business can be one of the most gratifying, wonderful, life-changing experiences around. It’s also scary as hell. This is a weekly podcast for the ones who have made the brave decision to employ themselves anyway.

We're for the full gamut of business experience - from Solopreneurs, Side-hustlers, Micro-business, Small Business, Medium business, Independent, VC backed, Bootstrapped and more - here for the real stories and priceless insights of it all, well beyond the PR headlines.

Join fellow business-builder Kim Kerton as she dives into the realities of starting something from scratch, helping you feel less alone in the lows and reminding you of the highs that make it all worthwhile. Hear real talk and raw feels from people right in the thick of it and feel seen as you listen.

Small business is tough - all business is tough - it will be one of the most intense things you'll ever do but it will also be the most impactful experience you can imagine. So surround yourself with a community of business owners willing to share with you their learnings, from those a few steps ahead, to many business milestones ahead, and even those just behind, and feel supported to build the business of your unique dreams. 

This is a podcast built to support you to build your own small business, to tackle the statistics and keep more of us in business for ourselves. To say thanks, you can support this independent podcast and small business by shouting your host a cuppa at buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpod

Get in touch at unemployedandafraid.com.au to be part of the show or to become a sponsor (we would love the support!).

Connect on the socials @unemployedandafraid on IG and @unemployedandafraidpod on TikTok

A business podcast for the brave self-employed.
Growing your own business can be one of the most gratifying, wonderful, life-changing experiences around. It’s also scary as hell. This is a weekly podcast for the ones who have made the brave decision to employ themselves anyway.
We're for the full gamut of business experience - from Solopreneurs, Side-hustlers, Micro-business, Small Business, Medium business, Independent, VC backed, Bootstrapped and more - here for the real stories and priceless insights of it all, well beyond the PR headlines.
Join fellow business-builder Kim Kerton as she dives into the realities of starting something from scratch, helping you feel less alone in the lows and reminding you of the highs that make it all worthwhile. Hear real talk and raw feels from people right in the thick of it and feel seen as you listen.
Small business is tough - all business is tough - it will be one of the most intense things you'll ever do but it will also be the most impactful experience you can imagine. So surround yourself with a community of business owners willing to share with you their learnings, from those a few steps ahead, to many business milestones ahead, and even those just behind, and feel supported to build the business of your unique dreams. 
This is a podcast built to support you to build your own small business, to tackle the statistics and keep more of us in business for ourselves. To say thanks, you can support this independent podcast and small business by shouting your host a cuppa at <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpod">buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpod</a>
Get in touch at <a href="https://www.unemployedandafraid.com.au/">unemployedandafraid.com.au</a> to be part of the show or to become a sponsor (we would love the support!).
Connect on the socials <a href="https://www.instagram.com/unemployedandafraid/">@unemployedandafraid</a> on IG and <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@unemployedandafraidpod">@unemployedandafraidpod</a> on TikTok

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