Do you have things you barely use lying around your house? Perhaps an old pair of rubber shoes your son outgrew or a brand-new bike you didn't get to use because you just got a lot busy. If you have this unpleasant feeling of regret and waste when you see these items, fear not. There is a way to make cash out of your trash. Enter Facebook ... [Continue Reading]
Are You Still a Freelancer, Marv? (FBP 179)
Five years ago, I started this podcast. Today, as I publish its 179th episode, a lot of things have already happened. In the past few months, avid listeners of the show may have noticed a decline in the episodes I published. So, many are asking, “What happened?” The reason behind my short hiatus is this: I became part of the online tax-filing ... [Continue Reading]
The Top 12 Desktop Tools That I Use Everyday as a Freelancer (FBP 168)
Working in the digital space can be as challenging as working in any traditional jobs. That is why the right tools can really help make our everyday life as freelancers a lot easier. Recently, I talked with my tribe on a Facebook Live call where I shared the top 12 desktop tools that I use every day as a freelancer. Many fellow Pinoy freelancers ... [Continue Reading]
FBP 156: How Long Did It Take for You to Earn Freelancing Income That Made You Quit Your Job?
It has been ages since we featured the last Ask Marv version but this time, we’re back with a list of questions. In answering these questions, I share my own freelancing journey starting from building a freelancing group, learning from experts I got to know in the industry, and then eventually becoming a freelancer. Listen in and get to know ... [Continue Reading]
FBP 151: Crushing It with Messenger ChatBot Marketing Expert Niel Reichl
A combination of relentless drive and plenty of hard work turned unfortunate events into opportunities for our FBP 151 guest. This guy with an easy demeanor and bright outlook has also proved himself to be resilient and a fast learner. In 3 years, Neil Reichl has turned from a pharmaceutical sales rep to a ChatBot marketing expert. All the long ... [Continue Reading]
FBP 147: The 3 + 3 Steps to Start and Grow Your Blog with Ace Gapuz of Blogapalooza
Back in the days when the Internet was just starting to boom, Internet-savvy and mostly young people started to share their stories online as a form of personal expression. This came to be known as blogging, coming from the word weblog. Fast forward to 2017, blogging has now become an essential and influential platform to reach out to consumers and ... [Continue Reading]
FBP 137: Nix Eniego – Freelancing as a Teenager, Being a Fiverr Star and Digital Marketing Hacks for Business
Who would have thought that trading NBA cards in his early teens would pave the way for a digital marketing career? That is exactly what happened to our latest guest. I am thrilled to share FBP 137 with all of you Freelance Blend listeners! In this episode, I interviewed growth hacker, digital marketing consultant, and fellow NBA fan, Nix ... [Continue Reading]
FBP 134: AskMarv: When To Consider Working Outside Freelancer Platforms
In the third installment of our Ask Marv episode, I chose questions that explore the different options of a freelancer. I was inspired by these questions and it made me reminisce about my own freelancing journey that started 3 years ago. “If you’re going to start with a freelancing platform like UpWork, when is it advisable to consider reaching ... [Continue Reading]
FBP 132: AskMarv – Is freelancing fulfilling? What are the biggest challenges?
Note: We are republishing this blog and podcast post because of technical issues with the first one. Apologies if you get updated twice for this post. Thanks! Hello, Freelance Blenders! The podcast has been quiet in the last few weeks but I want to assure you that I’m planning and working on new ventures to spread the love for freelancing even ... [Continue Reading]
FBP 127: Facebook Live Friday – Answering Your Questions about Freelancing
It's been a while since I last hosted an Ask Marv session. Whether you are currently working in an office job and looking for an additional source of income or if you are considering to be a full-time freelancer, you surely have a lot of doubts and questions going on in your mind. I was in the same boat 2 years ago. Leaving the rat race was just an ... [Continue Reading]
