Latasha James (@thelatashajames) - The Freelance Entrepreneur (re-edited and released)
This episode was originally released on February 1, 2021. It has been re-edited. In this episode of The Dr. Will Show, we dive deep into the world of freelancing with Latasha James, a digital marketer turned online educator. Latasha shares her journey from creating content on YouTube to launching her successful podcast, providing invaluable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs, especially educators looking to monetize their skills. Latasha's path to entrepreneurship began in a creative family, where side hustles were the norm. Drawing inspiration from her artistic relatives and her grandparents’ seed business, she realized early on that owning a business was an attainable goal. Her journey officially began during college when she started a YouTube channel, driven by the emergence of online platforms that allowed her to share her voice without sticking to traditional journalism. Latasha emphasizes the importance of seeking feedback from peers, students, and family to uncover what others see as your strengths. For instance, she recalls her mother telling her she was inspirational, a revelation that reshaped how she viewed her capabilities. Additionally, Latasha suggests paying attention to what aspects of teaching you enjoy most, as passion is crucial when starting a business.
The Dr. Will Show Podcast · Latasha James, Dr. Will Deyamport III
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Show Notes
Latasha James is a marketer, content creator, and coach. She's ditched the corporate grind to do meaningful work as a business owner. Today, she's lucky to help other talented humans do the same.
Latasha teaches others to build freelancing businesses of their own through self-paced online courses, one-on-one and group coaching, my podcast, and weekly YouTube videos.
She's passionate about creating content, helping others grow, and doing meaningful work. Sound like she might be a fit? Let’s chat!
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