Podcast Episodes

You need freelance friends

In this episode of The Freelancer's Teabreak, I'm going to discuss the power of freelance friendships, and how to find your own freelance friendship …

1 day, 9 hours ago

Five Truths About Freelancing in 2026

Pour yourself a cuppa, it's time to chat about freelancing - and some of the biggest myths and truths out there!

Hi, I'm Emma Cossey, and I'm a coach…

1 week, 1 day ago

Summer Break: What Do You Want to Hear Next?

It's the last episode before a well-earned summer break! I'm swapping the mic for some quality time with my son before he starts secondary school, b…

1 month, 1 week ago

My iPhone Podcast Recording Hack

Fancy starting a podcast but the thought of buying a mic, learning fancy software, and building a whole "studio" fills you with dread? Good news, yo…

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Underpromise, Overdeliver: My Secret to Business Success

Quick one this week, but it might just be the best piece of freelance advice you'll ever get. Ever said "I'll have it to you by Friday" when nobody …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

How Much Do Other Freelancers Charge?

How much should you actually be charging as a freelancer? Spoiler: there's no magic number, but there are some brilliant guides out there to help yo…

2 months ago

Freelance Realities: Not Just the Glossy Highlights

Ever feel like everyone else got the "how to freelance successfully" manual and you're just winging it? This week's episode is here to tell you: you…

2 months, 1 week ago

Freelancers: Watch Out for Scammy Discovery Calls (Quick Warning & What to Do)

In this quick episode, I'm sharing a warning about scammy discovery call bookings that freelancers are increasingly running into now that we rely on …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Tax-Free Childcare & Summer Holiday Survival Tips for Freelancers (UK)

In this episode of The Freelancer's Tea Break, I'm reflecting on my son nearing the end of primary school and sharing practical ways I've managed chi…

2 months, 3 weeks ago

How to Respond When Someone Asks You to Work for Free (Without Feeling Awkward)

In this episode, I'm talking through what to do when someone asks you to work for free, whether it's an unpaid "test project", spec work, or a talk w…

3 months ago