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Episode 63 – How to Set Boundaries When You’re Working Online

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Episode 63 – How to Set Boundaries When You’re Working Online
September 28, 2020
Key Takeaways To Tune In For
  • [1:02] Some of the symptoms you’ll experience when you’re feeling overworked and it’s time to set boundaries 
  • [4:41] The 1st important thing that you need to take care of before setting your boundaries as an online worker
  • [6:44] This is the biggest thing that I want you to get if you’re self-employed, a contractor, or have multiple clients
  • [7:27] What your rights are as a contractor and what it means if your clients violate that 
  • [9:32] The 2nd thing to keep in mind when setting your boundaries and what I wished I did when I started in my business
  • [11:10] The 3rd reason why boundaries are important to know about and the conversations you need to have with your clients
  • [12:38] The signs to look out for that will show you when a client isn’t the right fit for you
  • [15:23] The 4th thing to consider when sorting out your boundaries and how you can avoid any issues in the future
  • [16:53] The 5th thing you need to know when setting your boundaries, warning signs to look out for, and what clients you’ll want to avoid
  • [18:54] What to be aware of when instilling your boundaries with your client
  • [19:25] What you should provide your clients before you start working with them
  • [22:38] Why it’s so important to let your client know which holiday’s you’re taking off as an online worker 
  • [24:16] A great way to have people stop messaging you at all hours of the night and what you should do if a client gives you a task with a last-minute due date

 

In this episode, I tell you all about how to set up boundaries to help you succeed in your online work journey. A lot of these tips I learned from personal experience, and now I’m sharing them with you to help you and your clients avoid any issues in the future.

Resources From This Episode
  • Episode 11 – How to Spot an Online Job Scam From a Mile Away 
  • Episode 42 – Anxiety vs. Excitement: 3 Secret Tricks for Jumping into the Unknown Even If You Feel Nervous
  • Episode 53 – Pricing Guide Part 1: 3 Types of Online Service Pricing Models
  • Episode 54 – Pricing Guide Part 2: How to Figure Out Your Pricing When Working Online
  • Episode 55 – Pricing Guide Part 3: Pricing Mistakes to Avoid 
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