I was 35 when I landed my first official "Project Manager" title. Before that, I had been a(n):

- Bank Teller

- Customer Service Specialist

You cannot create psychological safety by putting a checklist on a wall. It also doesn't happen by holding a workshop, reading a book, or throwing a company party. Sure, these efforts can create awareness and space for those who are interested, but it's not a one and done activity. Psychological safety is about a deep, mutual trust and respect between people, and it doesn't happen overnight. It takes commitment and understanding from all parties, along with honest effort.

Not super jazzed about the idea of talking in front of people?

Me either. At least, historically.

But, they say the best way to become more comfortable doing something, is by doing it.

Things I never worry about as a freelancer:

❌ Walking in to work on a Friday to learn my entire department has been laid off.

❌ Losing sleep over a toxic boss or co-worker.

You know that statistic about 70% of projects failing?*

Turns out I am part of the problem. 😬

Here are a few ways I've messed up my projects in the past:

Signs you are on the right track:

(Things I've noticed from my own experience)

>> People start to come to you for advice.

>> You no longer seek validation from others.

I can't tell you how many pieces of content I have written and deleted. >> Because it wasn't helpful. >> Because it wasn't relevant to my audience. >> Because it was basically a rant for selfish purposes 🙊.

When you are a freelancer, you work for yourself. I’ll repeat: When you are a freelancer, you are a self employed person.So this means you are responsible for finding your own work. Repeatedly.

My 4-year “freelancing” journey has gone something like this:

⭐ Started a YouTube channel where I shared about my passion: how to successfully manage projects in the startup environment.

⭐ Through my network, I landed my first “freelance” job, where I managed a series of small projects for a client in the marketing space.

Most afternoons you’ll find me in the school pickup line, typing away on my laptop (in the most non–ergonomic way possible). I'm also "that mom" who takes Zoom calls from the parking lot of the ballet studio where my daughter attends class several times a week.

The best way to learn about personal branding is by putting yourself out there. I won’t pretend to be an expert, but I sure have learned a lot through my own experience doing this.When I showed up on LinkedIn one year ago, I had close to zero followers. As of this moment, I’m at 8,280 and growing by the hour.