How to form positive habits and become a successful freelancer – with Ziev Beresh

In this episode of the Working From Home podcast, Nelson is joined by freelance copywriter and marketing consultant Ziev Beresh.

Topics of conversation include: battles we face as freelancers, learning how to be your own boss, different productivity strategies for various temperaments, taking responsibility and practicing discipline, working with overwhelm, professional development, and other topics.

[2:30] - Ziev shares his background as a freelance copywriter and marketing consultant.

[7:10] - Internal and external struggles that come with the freelancer territory. Learning to be your own manager.

[10:12] - Key habits and disciplines to keep yourself motivated when working from home.

[15:30] - Checking in with an “accountabuddy” on a weekly basis. Alternatives to online groups.

[18:27] - Getting work done in environments that are less than ideal. Keystone habits to ensure the important things get done.

[23:47] - Nelson contrasts his productivity strategies with those of Ziev.

[28:44] - Don’t be afraid to experiment with different productivity strategies. Find what’s right for you!

[32:46] - You are going to have good days and bad days. Take control and take responsibility for creating more good days for yourself.

[34:48] - Getting overwhelmed as a freelancer. Asking yourself, “why do I do this!”. Keep your eye on the prize, keep building your knowledge base and skillset.

[41:41] - Ziev shares his strategy for finding the right resources for professional development in any given field as a freelancer.

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Resources Mentioned:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/zievberesh/
https://zievberesh.com/
https://nelson-jordan.com/resources
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nelsontjordan/