S1:E3 – Amanda Scheldt
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Infinity Content Solutions
The Glam Techie
Show Notes
Topics Covered
Origin of the “Glam Techie’s” technology fascination (1:50)
Decision to pursue a career in technology (3:28)
Master’s degree in cybersecurity (3:38)
Knack for discussing cybersecurity from a human perspective (4:30)
Makeup as a long-time hobby (5:16)
Graduated MSc in cybersecurity and started blog in 2019 (6:20)
The “Glam Techie” is born (7:30)
Choosing to specialize or combine interests (8:17)
Combining passions with earning a living (10:50)
Car passion (13:20)
Freelance journey (14:45)
Finding freelance work (18:10)
Advice on taking the leap into freelancing (24:22)
Mentors and Mentees (29:00)
Personal and business growth as a freelancer (34:40)
Online marketplaces (Fiverr, Upwork) (36:10)
Finding job leads elsewhere (e.g. Reddit) (42:00)
Time allocation for freelancers (chasing work vs. working) (43:05)
Going alcohol-free (49:00)
General advice for freelancers (59:18)