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The Free Spirits of L+D

L+D Free Spirits

This is the L&D Free Spirits Podcast, where we share everything about life as a freelancer in the world of learning and development, and ask our guests all the questions you wanted to know (but were afraid to ask). We even talk about how we get business AND what we charge. And as a bonus, each guest gets to set a question for the next. Whether you"re thinking about taking the leap, you"ve just started freelancing, or an experienced freelancer - you won"t want to miss this.

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Episode 12 - How to future-proof your L&D freelance...

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2025/10/27

Join us on the Free Spirits of L&D podcast as we explore the world of freelancing in learning and development.In this episode, we chat with Kelly Rodrigues: a learning designer, people leader, and part-time dancefloor queen. Currently heading up the global L&D function at web pros. Kelly shares her unique journey from professional dancer to L&D leader, and how the spark for using movement to support people with dementia eventually led her into the world of design, coaching, and

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Episode 11 - What happens at Free Spirits Live… ends...

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2025/10/03

Join us on the Free Spirits of L&D podcast as we delve into the world of freelancing in learning and development.In this special live episode, recorded during the very first Free Spirits Live virtual conference, we’re joined by a brilliant line-up of attendees and contributors who share their experiences, takeaways, and a few unexpected moments from the day.You’ll hear from:Kelly Rodrigues, Head of Learning at WebPros and freelance consultant, reflecting on imposter syndrome, performance

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00:48:47

Episode 10 - Are you charging enough as a freelancer?

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2025/09/29

Join us on the Free Spirits of L&D podcast as we delve into the world of freelancing in learning and development.In this episode, we chat with Jo Cook — virtual classroom specialist, editor of Training Journal, and founder of Lightbulb Moment. Jo shares her freelance origin story (yes, it involves a newspaper and some 90s tech), opens up about the realities of managing a chronic condition as a business owner, and explores the double life of freelancers through the lens of Superman.We dig into

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Episode 9 - What makes an L&D freelancer 'valuable'?

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2025/05/26

Join us on the Free Spirits of L&D podcast as we delve into the world of freelancing in learning and development.In this episode, we chat with Tom McDowall — founder of Evolve L&D, learning strategist, and long-time contributor to the L&D community. Tom shares his unconventional path from theatre tech to freelance consultant. He opens up about the reality of outsourcing, pricing for value instead of time, and why our industry may need a serious wake-up call.Tom answers Paul’s 'golden

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00:49:34

Episode 8 - How do you build a freelance business...

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2025/04/28

Join us on the Free Spirits of L&D podcast as we delve into the world of freelancing in learning and development.In this episode, we chat with Paul Matthews, a CEO, author, speaker, and L&D strategist with over 25 years of experience. Originally from New Zealand and now based in the UK, Paul shares his fascinating journey from IT sales director to a leading voice in informal learning, performance consultancy, and learning transfer. We explore how he transitioned from selling his time to

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Episode 7 - What happens when your freelance pipeline...

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2025/03/24

Join us on the Free Spirits of L&D podcast as we delve into the world of freelancing in learning and development.In this episode, Mark chats with Jude Sclater, a coach, writer, and trainer. Jude shares her journey from internal L&D at Deloitte to building her own freelance business. She opens up about saying “yes” to her first client, the challenges of pricing her services, and the power of saying “no” to work that doesn’t align with her expertise.Jude also discusses how she transitioned to

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00:50:13

Episode 6 - Does your freelance business need a side...

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2025/02/24

Join us on the Free Spirits of L&D podcast, where we delve into the dynamic world of freelancing in learning and development.In this episode, we welcome Dr. Alaina Szchlacta, an author, founder, and measurement architect. Alaina shares her unexpected journey from a corporate job to becoming a freelance entrepreneur, inspired by a transformative trip to Bali. She discusses the challenges and rewards of freelancing, the importance of passive income, and how she balances her dual roles as a

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Episode 5 - Why your freelance origin story matters...

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2025/01/27

Join us on the Free Spirits of L&D podcast, where we explore the ins and outs of freelancing in the world of learning and development.In this episode, we sit down with Hari Patience-Davies, a storytelling coach, trainer, and co-founder of 13 Times. Hari shares her unique journey from corporate consultancy to freelancing and founding a business that helps clients create presentations 13 times more impactful through storytelling. She reflects on her leap into freelancing (including launching a

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00:41:34

Episode 4 - Why day rates are killing your business

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2024/12/16

Join us on the Free Spirits of L&D podcast as we explore the realities of freelancing in learning and development.In this episode, we chat with Kirsty Lewis, founder of the School of Facilitation, who has been freelancing since 2008. Kirsty opens up about her journey from the corporate world to building a global community of facilitators and trainers. She shares insights on pricing strategies, why day rates might be holding you back, and the importance of valuing outcomes over time. Kirsty

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Episode 3 - The five steps of a freelancer's journey

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2024/11/25

Join us on the Free Spirits of L&D podcast as we delve into the world of freelancing in learning and development. In this episode, we chat with Viv Cole, an experienced instructional designer and trainer who has been freelancing since 2002. Viv shares his journey, insights on building a successful freelance business, and his 3x3 rule of networking at conferences. He answers Maria’s question from the previous episode, and poses a new question for our next guest. Plus of course, Viv shares how

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Episode 2 - Freelancing with purpose, play and intent

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2024/10/28

In our second episode of the series, podcast host Mark sits down with Maria Salkeld, a strengths-based coach who is now on her third era of freelance work in the L&D industry! Maria shares her journey from redundancy to entrepreneurship, discussing the various phases of her freelance career and the motivations behind each transition. We delve into the challenges and triumphs of freelancing, the importance of community, and the nuances of setting your worth in the market. Maria also touches on

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Episode 1 : The mountains and valleys of freelancing

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2024/09/30

In this inaugural episode, podcast host Mark sits down with Kim Ellis, a seasoned professional in learning and development who transitioned from traditional roles to founding her own business. Kim shares her journey from redundancy to entrepreneurship, culminating in the creation of L&D Free Spirits, a unique network aimed at supporting freelancers in the industry. We delve into the challenges and triumphs of freelancing, the importance of community, and the nuances of setting your worth in

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Everything you wanted to know about freelancing in L&D

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2024/09/24

Coming soon to your podcast feed - the Free Spirits of L&D is your insider guide to freelancing in the learning and development industry. We'll be asking all the questions you always wanted to know... but were afraid to ask. How to win business, how much to charge, and how balance life with work - it's all on the table!

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