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Trying to run a freelance biz while also doing life is… a lot. One minute you’re replying to client DMs, next you're nipping out for more bread, then you're knee-deep in Canva graphics wondering when you last drank water (or Diet Coke in Laura M's case... aka probably 10 mins ago) But it doesn’t have to be like that. Here are a few ways to make freelance life actually manageable: ✅ Cut the noise Stop listening to 15 different “gurus” giving you conflicting advice. Pick one or two trusted sources and mute the rest. Honestly the brain space this one tip will give you is incredible! ✅ Simplify your systems Using 6+ tools to run your business? It’s probably costing you more time and money than it’s saving. Find one platform that does the heavy lifting (Hubsy does!) ✅ Automate the boring stuff Scheduling, invoices, follow-up emails — almost everything you do the same way more than once can be automated so you can clear your time (and headspace) for the work that matters. ✅ Use smart tasks Don't don't just automate the work, automate the reminders so you never forget what you need to do! This saves us so much time and effort and means we (rarely) forget to do the important things. ✅ Ask for help You don’t have to do this alone. Whether it’s a mentor, community, accountability partner or business buddy, get support. It makes such a difference. If you’re nodding along to this and thinking, “yes, please” — then you’re going to love Hubsy. It’s our new all-in-one business hub built for freelance social media managers with tools, strategy, support, and actual clients all in one place. We’re opening the early adopter rates next week, get on the waiting list to get them. You’ve got this. And we’ve got your back. Laura & Laura |
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