Sharing self-employment stories
As an organisation for the self-employed, our membership is full of inspirational stories and individuals.
From the bravery of embarking on a freelance career, to overcoming challenges as a contractor, we want to share the knowledge and experiences of our members to help more people succeed in building their own careers and businesses.
Founder of Journo Resources Jem Collins
We interviewed freelance journalist, Jem Collins, who discusses her experience of starting up her social enterprise 'Journo Resources'.
Travel TV Presenter and Journalist Alex Outhwaite
We interviewed travel TV presenter and journalist Alex Outhwaite. She discussed her self-employment journey so far in the TV industry as well as her success on social media.
Founder and Creative Director of Design Agency 'I Am Female'
We interviewed Annie in a Fireside Chat to discuss her journey into freelancing, her experience as a neurodiverse individual and her coping strategies while being her own boss.
Cookbook Author and Content Creator Clare Andrews
We interviewed Clare about her self-employment journey, life as an award-winning cookbook author and how she grew her social media presence.
International Trade Consultant Lucinda O’Reilly
We interviewed Lucinda about her business, the experience of setting up and finding the first clients, how IPSE membership has supported her so far, and where it can continue to help her in the future.
Squarespace Designer Katy Carlisle
Approaching the tenth anniversary of working for herself, Katy Carlisle has focused on a specific niche by offering web design, training and even creating a community based around the Squarespace website system.
Athletics Coach Gianni Frankis
As a GB International hurdler and under-23 European medallist, Gianni Frankis wanted to use the skills he’d honed over years in athletics to build his own business, 110% Beyond Your Limits, to provide coaching and related services.
Enterprise Consultant Adrian Ashton
After more than 18 years in self-employment, Enterprise Consultant Adrian Ashton has a wealth of knowledge and useful insights for anyone looking to build a sustainable, long-term career.
Market Research and Data Analyst Susie Mullen
As a specialist in market research and data analysis, we spoke to Susie Mullen about her move from senior roles in-house to working for herself, and how her business has developed.
Entrepreneur network and marketing consultancy founder Nadine Campbell
Nadine Campbell is an award winner for both the marketing consultancy she founded, and the ACE Entrepreneurs business network. We spoke to her about growing both businesses, and the lessons learned along the way.
Business Consultant Fran Varley
Find out more about how working independently led to the creation of a boutique change and improvement consultancy which supports a range of clients and also collaborates with other small businesses and freelancers.
Professional Photographer and Dog Walker John Bloomfield
We spoke to professional photographer and dog walker John Bloomfield. Formerly a professional in the insurance industry, John decided to pursue his passion instead, and this shows in the love for his work and the positivity it has brought into his life.
Podcast and Video Producer Steve Folland
As a fairly well-known figure within UK freelancing, we wanted to speak to podcast and video producer Steve Folland about his work for clients, and also growing the Being Freelance podcast and community.
Consultant Naval Architect and Engineer Andrew Comley
In addition to being self-employed in a fascinating industry for many years, Andrew also shares his insight into how working for himself with Asperger’s makes his business stand out, and how he uses the flexibility of freelancing to manage chronic pain.
Solicitor Kim Huggins
We spoke to Kim about how she went from the idea of working for herself to establishing a successful self-employed business, helping a wide variety of businesses with a range of legal matters over the last five years.
Marketing Consultant Luan Wise
With more than a decade in self-employment, we spoke to Luan about how she started out, plans for the future, and how she has benefitted from the resources and opportunities available as an IPSE member.
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