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Out of Office Podcast

The podcast for people who want to go freelance or are already doing it. Hosted by freelance writer and author of 'Out of Office: Ditch the 9-5 and Be Your Own Boss' - Fiona Thomas.

Whether you're starting a side hustle or looking for a career change, tune in to learn how to make self-employment work for you.

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Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
28 minutes
Episodes
49
Years Active
2020 - 2021
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Are you financially ready to go freelance?

Are you financially ready to go freelance?

Ahh the money worries are real! In this episode, I'm sharing some tips that will give you the confidence to make the leap without fearing the financial hardships that come with it.

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00:22:37  |   Wed 19 May 2021
How I used Instagram to sell out my writing program in 36 hours

How I used Instagram to sell out my writing program in 36 hours

Here is the second part of a series that takes you behind the scenes of the marketing strategy that I used to promote my writing program and sell it out in 36 hours!

In this episode, I get into the d…

00:41:49  |   Wed 12 May 2021
Sharing the launch strategy for my sold-out writing program

Sharing the launch strategy for my sold-out writing program

Ola! Welcome to this highly requested two-part podcast all about how I sold out my most recent program launch in less than 36 hours!

In this part, I'll talk through my overall strategy, timescales, w…

00:43:03  |   Wed 05 May 2021
Growing your online platform

Growing your online platform

Today I'm sharing tried and tested ways to grow your platform online to boost your freelance business. Grab a notebook and get ready to create content that attracts more clients!

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00:18:44  |   Wed 28 Apr 2021
Using your blog to get more clients

Using your blog to get more clients

Blogging is what started my freelance career so I felt it only made sense to share my thoughts on how it can help you in your business journey. You can use your blog as a place to talk about subjects…

00:26:23  |   Wed 21 Apr 2021
Falling in love with freelancing again

Falling in love with freelancing again

I've had periods in my life as a freelancer where I've felt a bit stuck and I've questioned if I was really on the right path. Last year, when I lost my biggest client, I was forced to reevaluate wha…

00:42:48  |   Wed 14 Apr 2021
Strategies for coping with stress, depression and anxiety

Strategies for coping with stress, depression and anxiety

Pandemic life has well and truly impacted my mental health so I wanted to do another mental health episode to share with you what I've been doing to manage the symptoms of stress, depression and anxi…

00:32:23  |   Wed 07 Apr 2021
4 monthly habits to boost your business

4 monthly habits to boost your business

These are my tried and tested systems for ending the month on a high and feeling prepared for the one ahead.

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00:18:31  |   Wed 31 Mar 2021
Managing loneliness when working from home

Managing loneliness when working from home

Freelancers are more at risk of social isolation than regular workers, but in 2021 it's a widespread issue for so many people. I've found some simple steps that can help ease the loneliness.

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00:18:32  |   Wed 24 Mar 2021
Free tools that make freelancing easier

Free tools that make freelancing easier

I know how hard it can be to get going in the early days of freelancing, when every penny counts. That's why I've put together a list of free resources that you can access to make your life easier.

O…

00:27:08  |   Wed 17 Mar 2021
The long term impact of toxic work culture

The long term impact of toxic work culture

Bit of a personal one today, I wanted to open up about my work history and the impact it's had on my mental health.

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00:27:52  |   Wed 10 Mar 2021
US publication day and getting free PR for your business

US publication day and getting free PR for your business

It's US publication day! To celebrate I thought I'd share my skills on how to get free PR for your freelance business. It's way simpler than you might think!

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00:23:51  |   Mon 01 Mar 2021
How to plan a non-fiction book

How to plan a non-fiction book

Do you dream about writing a business book one day? Maybe you think your life would make a good memoir? Today I'm taking you through my tried and tested method for planning out a non-fiction book fro…

00:23:35  |   Wed 17 Feb 2021
How to add personality to your website

How to add personality to your website

Are you embarrassed to send potential clients to your website? Does your web presence feel disconnected from you, the real person behind the brand? I got you, with some easy to implement practical ti…

00:25:11  |   Wed 10 Feb 2021
How to turn passion into profit

How to turn passion into profit

Are you craving a career change? On the lookout for a more fulfilling freelance life? This week I'm sharing my tips on how to tap into your passions and turn them into something profitable.

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00:35:23  |   Wed 03 Feb 2021
Writing Q&A

Writing Q&A

This week I'm answering your questions about writing. We get into fears, vulnerability, editors and whether eBooks are worth the hassle.

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00:27:49  |   Thu 21 Jan 2021
How I went part-time in my business

How I went part-time in my business

This week I'm talking about how you can take advantage of the flexibility of freelancing and go part-time in your business. 

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00:42:25  |   Thu 07 Jan 2021
Publication day and pivoting from hospitality to freelance writing

Publication day and pivoting from hospitality to freelance writing

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00:24:04  |   Thu 01 Oct 2020
Finding purpose and motivation

Finding purpose and motivation

I am just back to work after 3 weeks in Scotland. It was only supposed to be 2 weeks but we managed to extend it a bit longer, which obviously is a great perk of being your own boss!

But coming back …

00:15:26  |   Sun 30 Aug 2020
Are routines really that good for you?

Are routines really that good for you?

As a freelancer, you’ve got to find a routine that works for you. And that's not necessarily going to happen overnight or out of thin air. In my experience you’ve got to be really aware of how your h…

00:14:33  |   Fri 24 Jul 2020
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