FFN #9: Tube Girl's Confidence Lessons: What We've Learned

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🚆 Channeling our inner Tube Girl

We have all seen the Tube Girl trend sweeping TikTok. At first, I thought how can Sabrina be SO confident? And can she sell this to me in a can? I often shy away from pitching opportunities or self-promotion on social media, cheers imposter syndrome. This self-doubt significantly limits the projects I pursue and, consequently, my business's growth. While you won't find me TikToking in public anytime soon, I'm embracing Sabrina's confidence in two ways: Applying for positions on the Freelancing Females Jobs Board that I feel qualified for, even if I'm not a total pro. And consistently sharing my services and client offerings on social media so clients know what I bring to the table. It's time to silence that inner doubt!

✨ Rejection is a redirection - don’t lose hope!

As freelancers, rejection is a frequent companion on our self-employment journey, as we consistently showcase ourselves and our services. Initially, it made me uncomfortable, even leading me to accept underpaying clients – don’t recommend it! Seeking feedback, however, became my go-to approach for dealing with rejection. It provided invaluable insights into refining my pitches and services. Some clients shared they weren't ready for my services yet. Gathering feedback evolved into a powerful tool for ongoing learning and service improvement, ultimately boosting my confidence. Reflecting on this transformation has allowed me to see rejection in a fresh, more embracing light!

Go Macro

We love supporting female founders, so this week we had to include Mother-Daughter owned GoMacro Bars. After fighting and winning her battle with cancer, Amelia created the delicious plant-based bars with both people and the planet's health in mind. With their high-quality, gluten free and locally sourced ingredients they’re our go to for that afternoon pick me up!