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clavicular is woke (about the job market)

An entire generation dutifully followed the expected path—pursuing education, incurring loans, earning degrees—only to face an uncertain job market. Entry-level hiring has plummeted by 30%, with AI stepping in to replace junior roles even before they begin. This episode offers an unfiltered perspective on why traditional career paths are crumbling, how the job market is set to evolve by 2026, and why venturing into freelancing might be the smartest choice today. Discover insights on starting a freelance career without experience or a degree, understanding the disappearing entry-level jobs in 2026, navigating the AI-altered job market for Gen Z, and the stability freelancing offers over traditional roles. Learn how to market yourself and secure clients online, build a six-figure freelance business from scratch, and adapt economically as a woman in the future workplace. Dive into life design and the architecture shaping your existence. Understand how beliefs shape reality and what it takes to instigate change. The episode emphasizes the significance of specialized knowledge, creative strategy, and freelancing as the future of work, empowering individuals to design their lives and earn from it. 00:00: Intro 02:15: Why clavicular is woke 04:10: It was never a meritocracy 06:30: I stopped waiting for jobs 08:08: A resume won't save you 12:57: Why visibility is an asset 13:22: Freelancing vs the gig economy 15:44: All bets are on the table #freelancing #jobmarket #AI #GenZ #careerpaths #lifedesign #economicadaptability #specializedknowledge #creativestrategy See show notes: https://inlet.fm/denee/episodes/6a133daf3d534f0b764c37be [https://inlet.fm/denee/episodes/6a133daf3d534f0b764c37be] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

what if you fangirled over yourself instead

Explore the psychology behind why we often idolize successful individuals and the hidden costs associated with it. Learn from my experiences with founders, athletes, artists, and creatives, and discover how they are just as human as you. The key difference? They gave themselves permission to pursue their goals despite their fears and uncertainties. If you've ever felt that greatness is reserved for a select few, or that you are somehow not measuring up, this episode will transform your perspective on yourself and those you admire. I discuss life design and how your beliefs, inherited and unexamined, shape your reality. Understand what it takes to change your life by examining your thoughts, self-perception, and tolerances. As a creative strategist and freelancer, I’ve leveraged this mindset to build a flourishing freelance business. I'll share strategies for creative endeavors, developing a freelance career, acquiring clients, and adapting your skills to the modern economy. Ultimately, the episode is about designing a life where you can thrive and earn from your passions. 0:00: Intro 1:07: The myth vs the reality 3:14: The gap is smaller than you think 6:00: How your environment shapes you 7:36: Protecting your subconscious mind 10:15: You are special, yes YOU 13:50: Start giving yourself permission 12:06: 14:59: 15:57: #psychology #idolize #successfulindividuals #greatness #lifedesign #freelancebusiness #creativestrategy #moderneconomy See show notes: https://inlet.fm/denee/episodes/6a0a1e4e87a1ec44be33e69b [https://inlet.fm/denee/episodes/6a0a1e4e87a1ec44be33e69b] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

how i signed my first freelance retainer with no experience

Welcome! In this episode, we're delving into how you can embark on a successful freelancing journey without prior experience. Discover the essential mindset shifts and practical steps that enabled me to secure my first freelance retainer without a fancy portfolio or corporate background. We'll cover key topics including: * Common reasons why beginner freelancers often feel stuck. * The true "skill" behind freelancing. * Effective strategies for gaining freelance clients, even when you're not yet known. * Tips for creating a portfolio that garners responses. * The nuances of cold outreach, warm outreach, and maintaining visibility. * Understanding what clients are genuinely seeking. * Insights on how I built a multi six-figure freelance business from the ground up. This episode is a must-listen if you've been overthinking freelancing or waiting to feel "ready" before taking the plunge. Tune in and learn how to overcome your doubts and launch your freelance career today. 00:00:00: intro 00:01:55: product research 00:04:49: picking a niche 00:06:11: building a mock portfolio 00:10:13: show how you think 00:11:45: always be outreaching 00:15:09: think in public #freelancing #freelanceclients #portfolio #mindsetshifts #coldoutreach #skilldevelopment #nicheselection #six-figurebusiness See show notes: https://inlet.fm/denee/episodes/6a00c8a21034b155f43d1093 [https://inlet.fm/denee/episodes/6a00c8a21034b155f43d1093] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

how much more life will you waste on that damn phone

This episode delves into the pervasive habit of doomscrolling and how it affects our lives. If you find yourself constantly distracted, overwhelmed, or attached to social media, this discussion offers insights to help you regain control, reduce screen time, and utilize your phone as a tool instead of letting it dominate your life. Our host, Denée, shares her philosophy on life design, emphasizing the importance of understanding the architecture of your life. Your reality shapes itself from inherited beliefs, repeated patterns, and daily actions that reinforce your self-image. Denée also highlights the significance of creative strategy and freelancing in her journey to achieving freedom. After graduating, she expanded her freelance business to six figures in just 18 months, allowing her to pay off student debt and support other women in doing the same. This episode also explores the future of work, focusing on specialized knowledge and freelancing as emerging trends in the economy. At its core, it's about designing your life and earning a living from it. 0:00: Intro 4:37: Doomscrolling to numb emotions 7:38: Doomscrolling, AI, and your brain 10:53: Avoiding your own thoughts 12:06: Silence is your advantage 14:59: Get your time back 15:57: Who are you becoming #doomscrolling #phoneaddiction #reducescreentime #lifedesign #freelancing #creativestrategy #specializedknowledge #futureofwork See show notes: https://inlet.fm/denee/episodes/69f78e180bd2ad6371083cc3 [https://inlet.fm/denee/episodes/69f78e180bd2ad6371083cc3] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

how i beat my biggest hater (my nervous system)

For a long time, I believed I needed to try harder, be more consistent, and stay focused. However, the real issue was deeper and more uncomfortable. I knew what needed to be done but struggled to take action. In this discussion, I delve into what's really happening beneath the surface with your nervous system, why you might be delaying life-changing actions, and why it's challenging to break through personal barriers even when you desire progress. Discover the transformative shift I made that altered my approach to pressure and helped me build a life that once seemed unreachable. I explore the concept of life design and how your beliefs, inherited patterns, and daily actions shape your reality. Creative strategy and freelancing have been pivotal in my journey, enabling real-time exploration and growth. I never took the corporate path; instead, I scaled my freelance business to six figures within 18 months, paid off my student debt, and established 'She Freelances' to empower women to achieve similar success. This channel offers insights on creative strategy, freelancing, building a freelance business, attracting clients, and monetizing skills in today's economy. I also discuss why specialized knowledge and freelancing are the future of work. Become someone who can design their life and earn a living from it. Join me as I share what it truly takes to change your mindset and embrace a fulfilling life. 0:00: intro 2:23: your nervous system vs your goals 3:50: procrastination, overthinking, perfectionism 5:45: invisible contracts 9:00: the 3 patterns 12:20: my money story 13:04: my rewiring framework #nervoussystem #lifedesign #freelancing #creativestrategy #personalgrowth #mindsetshift See show notes: https://inlet.fm/denee/episodes/69ee54b968e4c61d3d3b7b71 [https://inlet.fm/denee/episodes/69ee54b968e4c61d3d3b7b71] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]