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The HerHQ Podcast
Who says you can't make six figures in slippers? The truth is, you don't have to play by society's rules. Tune in every Tuesday for the raw, detailed unfiltered true stories of women leaving corporate jobs to freelance and build a life filled with freedom. Then every Friday tune in for the personal chatty updates from Hollie about life as a digital nomad running HerHQ. We've helped over 4000 women start and scale their own online businesses, and we're here to help you build the life of your dreams too. Are you ready to bet on yourself? Connect with us: https://herhq.co/
Episodes
21 episodes
The Realities and Rewards of Traveling as a Freelancer
Are you contemplating embracing a more mobile lifestyle or considering the leap into freelancing to gain the freedom to travel? In this episode, Hollie dives into the compelling story of how the host transitioned from a traditional 9-to-5 to a ...
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Episode 21
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How Summer went from taking graduation photos to being Taylor Lautner's wedding photographer
Are you curious about the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and how to create a business that aligns with your passion? This episode delves into Summer Lambert's extraordinary journey from casual photography to capturing Taylor Lautner's weddin...
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53:45
Why Becca Mitchell Shut Down Her $30K/Month Agency to Find True Happiness
Are you curious about the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and how to navigate through building a business you truly love? This episode dives deep into Becca Mitchell's journey from freelancing on the side to shutting down a thriving agency to...
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1:05:40
How I Lost My Entire Team Overnight and Came Back Stronger: Claudia Gasson's Unfiltered Entrepreneurial Journey
Are you curious about the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and how to bounce back stronger from setbacks? This episode dives deep into Claudia Gasson's journey from working in tech recruitment to founding and rebuilding her own successful busi...
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47:58
How Olivia Quit Her Job and Doubled Her Income Freelancing in Just 3 Weeks
Are you contemplating a career change or interested in evolving your business model? This episode dives deep into the inspiring journey of Olivia Miller, who transitioned from a beloved camp counselor role to a thriving freelance email marketer...
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Episode 17
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44:49
Designing Your Business for Life's Seasons: How Caitlyn switched from retainers to projects for more money, freedom and flexibility
Are you considering a career pivot or curious about how to evolve your business model over time? This episode features an in-depth discussion with Caitlyn, who transitioned from an agency operations manager to a thriving entrepreneur, all while...
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1:06:57
Turn Conversations to Cash: How Emma Transformed Her Business and Life with Engagement Strategies
From Customer Service to Social Media Savvy: Emma shares her early career experiences, from interning on Capitol Hill to working at a financial technology startup. Discover how her background in anthropology and customer service laid the founda...
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Episode 16
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1:00:34
A Series of Manifestations, Right Place, Right Time, Luck and Determination: Alexia’s Leap of Faith into Freelancing & Networking Your Way to a Job You Love Waking Up To!
Welcome to another episode of our podcast, where we dive into the transformative power of career shifts and the courage it takes to embrace change. Today, we're excited to share Alexia's inspiring journey from a passion for photography to thriv...
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Episode 15
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56:39
Expectations vs. Reality: Unpacking the Surprises of an International Move and Life Reevaluation
Are you contemplating a major life change or struggling with the decision to leave behind what no longer serves you? In this episode, Hollie shares a personal narrative about her move from the UK to Wilmington, North Carolina, and the unexpecte...
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Episode 14
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25:54
How Lauren Found Success and Passion in Podcast Management by Saying Yes to Change, Diving into Free Trials, and Trusting the Journey. Discover what happens when you 'just do it' and embrace the freedom of freelancing!
Welcome to another transformative episode of the podcast where we explore the power of career transitions and the courage to say 'yes' to change. Today, we delve into Lauren McComish’s remarkable journey from feeling stuck in unsatisfying roles...
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Episode 13
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1:06:15
Overwhelm into Action. 3 Practical Things You Can Do to Turn Your Mood Around and Get Productive When You Are Feeling Overwhelmed. It's Been One of Those Weeks For Me too and These Are The Exact Steps I Followed.
Overwhelm into Action. 3 Practical Steps to Turn Your Mood Around and Get Productive. Trust Me It's Been One of Those Weeks For Me too and These Are The Exact Steps I Followed.Welcome to another episode of the podcast today we are going...
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Episode 12
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12:41
Should You Quit Your Job and Become a Freelance Project Manager? Liz Is a Self Taught PM, Making $90k Per Year While Being a SAHM
Should You Quit Your Job and Become a Freelance Project Manager? Liz Is a Self Taught PM, Making $90k Per Year While Being a SAHMIn this episode, we chat with Liz, a brand and web designer turned Online Business Manager (OBM), who trans...
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Episode 13
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59:22
Why getting laid off was the best thing to happen to Kelli, now makes $200k+ a year as a freelance trademark lawyer working less than 30 hours a week.
In this episode, we chat with Kelli, a freelance virtual lawyer who made the shift from traditional law practice to the online space. She shares her unexpected journey from sharing her fitness journey on Instagram to launching her ...
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Episode 10
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1:01:45
How to switch your mindset from corporate rate race to thriving freelancer and why you'll find everything you want in life lives in the shades of grey (not in the B&W).
SummaryThis episode discusses the mindset challenges of transitioning from a corporate job to freelancing. It explores the concept of gray space, which represents the uncertainty and freedom that comes with being a freelancer. The ep...
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Episode 9
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12:29
How Emma used her 4 hour commute to build her freelancing business. Why 99% of people never actually go after their dreams, how to be the 1% who do.
In todays episode I sit down with Emma Tessler, founder of 95 Media, a thriving digital marketing agency specializing in social media management. Emma shares her nine-year entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing the slow but steady process of buil...
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Episode 8
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Are You Stuck Living an Average Life? How to Free From Sunk Cost Fallacy
Are you tethered to past decisions simply because of the time and effort you've already invested? In this episode, I delve into the psychology behind the sunk cost fallacy and share personal experiences on how I've navigated these tricky waters...
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Episode 7
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20:02
How Cait Overcame Burnout to Build a Multi 6 Figure Podcast Agency, Leveraging Networks, Embracing the Realities of Entrepreneurial Growth & Is Leaving Your Job Worth It?
In this inspiring episode, we delve into the relentless spirit of a mother who turned her life's greatest challenges into a booming business. Meet Cait, the mastermind behind a successful multi 6 figure podcast agency, who not only managed to e...
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Episode 6
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35:22
Cold Pitching Isn’t Dead: How Bianca Landed Corporate Clients like The Hilton Hotel. How to Leverage Your Local Network. Should You Quit Your Job to Become A Social Media Manager?
"Don't be afraid to cold pitch. You could be the biggest blessing that someone is waiting for."Today, I'm sitting down with Bianca, Founder of Strut Social Media to talk all about how she leveraged cold pitching to land dream local clie...
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Episode 4
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1:25:20
“You Have The Power to Create Your Own Reality”: How to Overcome Fear of Judgment, Build Your Support System and Show Up Online
Are you letting other people's opinions hold you back from going after your dreams? We're sharing how we have dealt with the fear of negative feedback and judgment from other as we've put ourselves out there and built multiple businesses. Take ...
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Episode 3
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13:31
The Exact Steps Erin Took to Ditch Her 9-5 as a Project Manager and Create Success as a Freelancer: Finding Clients, Creating Financial Security and Debunking Myths on Health Insurance & Retirement
Have you ever wondered how you can start a business with skills you already have? We’re welcoming Erin Taylor to the podcast today to share how she took her corporate experience and skills to become a freelance project manager for creativ...
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Episode 2
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