Not The 9 to 5

Katheryn Siggers and Francesca Marago

Welcome to 'Not the 9 to 5' – the podcast for freelancers, by freelancers.  Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, join us as we share insights, tips, and stories to help you thrive in the world of independent work. Hosted by Katheryn Siggers & Francesca Marago - Two freelancers who are exploring the highs, lows, and everything the wonderful world of freelance has to offer. read less
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S4, Ep 6 - Ryan Fowler: From Ashford to Australia
06-01-2025
S4, Ep 6 - Ryan Fowler: From Ashford to Australia
We are joined by Ryan Fowler, Chief Storyteller at Orion Media Group! In this honest chat we discuss how he went from Real Estate agent to a successful creative freelancer, we discuss the importance of having a mentor and what to do when your freelancing career doesn’t go the way you planned. Subscribe now by clicking that bell, so you never miss an episode!  ——— Connect with Ryan Fowler:   Website: https://www.orionmedia.group Instagram: @orionmedia.group // https://www.instagram.com/orionmedia.group LinkedIn: Ryan Fowler // https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanfowlermarketing/ Orion Media Group // https://www.linkedin.com/company/orion-media-group-au/ Youtube: Ryan Fowler - Orion Media Group // https://www.youtube.com/@OrionMediaGroup  ——— Follow Not the 9 to 5 Podcast Social Channels:  Instagram: @notthe9to5pod  TikTok: @notthe9to5pod X: @notthe9to5_pod Youtube: @notthe9to5pod ———   Meet the Hosts! Katheryn Siggers:  Acting Page: @katherynsiggers Photography Page: @katsiggersphotography  Website: www.katsiggerscreative.com  ——— Francesca Marago:  Acting & Production Website: www.francescamarago.com  Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/francescamarago  Instagram: @francescamarago  ——— ‘Not the 9 to 5’ podcast is hosted, produced and edited by Katheryn Siggers and Francesca Marago.  Special thanks to: Logo Designer - Doublelix (https://doublelix.com) Theme Tune - Euan McCandless (https://www.euanmccandless.co.uk) // @euanmccandlessmusic ——— To get in contact with us about sponsorship, email us on:  nottheninetofivepod@gmail.com
S4, Ep 5 - Lucy Dixon: Divine Timing
16-12-2024
S4, Ep 5 - Lucy Dixon: Divine Timing
We are joined by Lucy Dixon, an actor best known for her roles on Waterloo Road and Hollyoaks! We discuss what it was like growing up in the lime light, how she deals with quiet periods, how we all get a little woo woo with the universe and find out why Lucy almost quit acting! Subscribe now and click the bell, so you don't miss interesting stories like this!  ——— Connect with Lucy Dixon:  Website: https://lucy-dixon.co.uk Instagram: @lucydixonactor // https://www.instagram.com/lucydixonactor?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  @lucydixoncoaching // https://www.instagram.com/lucydixoncoaching?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Recommended read from Lucy:  ‘The Universe Has Your Back’ by Gabrielle Bernstein https://www.amazon.co.uk/Universe-Has-Your-Back-Transform/dp/1401946542 ——— Follow Not the 9 to 5 Podcast Social Channels:  Instagram: @notthe9to5pod  TikTok: @notthe9to5pod X: @notthe9to5_pod Youtube: @notthe9to5pod ———  Meet the Hosts! Katheryn Siggers:  Acting Page: @katherynsiggers Photography Page: @katsiggersphotography  Website: www.katsiggerscreative.com  ——— Francesca Marago:  Acting Website: www.francescamarago.com  Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/francescamarago  Instagram: @francescamarago  ——— ‘Not the 9 to 5’ podcast is hosted, produced and edited by Katheryn Siggers and Francesca Marago.  Special thanks to: Logo Designer - Doublelix (https://doublelix.com) Theme Tune - Euan McCandless (https://www.euanmccandless.co.uk) // @euanmccandlessmusic ——— To get in contact with us about sponsorship, email us on:  nottheninetofivepod@gmail.com
S4, Ep 4 - Safia Rana-Jaswal: Her Money Matters - Steps to Financial Independence
09-12-2024
S4, Ep 4 - Safia Rana-Jaswal: Her Money Matters - Steps to Financial Independence
We are joined by Safia Rana-Jaswal, creator of The Mum Hub and Multi-Business owner. She shares her secrets on how to prioritise your work in order to reach your big and micro-goals (more on micro-goals in the episode!), discuss how Safia uses writing to battle imposter syndrome and Safia explains to us what SWOT analysis is and how to use it to make your business successful! Subscribe now to listen to more incredible, inspiring stories! ——— Connect with Safia Rana-Jaswal:  Website: https://www.themumhub.com Instagram: @the_mumhub// https://www.instagram.com/the_mumhub?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Mum-Hub-100080616263648/ ——— Follow Not the 9 to 5 Podcast Social Channels:  Instagram: @notthe9to5pod  TikTok: @notthe9to5pod X: @notthe9to5_pod Youtube: @notthe9to5pod ——— Meet the Hosts! Katheryn Siggers:  Acting Page: @katherynsiggers Photography Page: @katsiggersphotography  Website: www.katsiggerscreative.com  ——— Francesca Marago:  Acting Website: www.francescamarago.com  Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/francescamarago  Instagram: @francescamarago  ——— ‘Not the 9 to 5’ podcast is hosted, produced and edited by Katheryn Siggers and Francesca Marago.  Special thanks to: Logo Designer - Doublelix (https://doublelix.com) Theme Tune - Euan McCandless (https://www.euanmccandless.co.uk) // @euanmccandlessmusic ——— To get in contact with us about sponsorship, email us on:  nottheninetofivepod@gmail.com
S4, Ep 2 - Siobhan Copland: Loving Yourself To Help Others Find Love
25-11-2024
S4, Ep 2 - Siobhan Copland: Loving Yourself To Help Others Find Love
We are joined by professional matchmaker and owner of Cupid in the City, Siobhan Copland. We find out how she went from PA to matchmaker in Cilla Black style, how she overcomes moments of doubt and what the process is for clients when they hire a matchmaker. Don’t miss this inspiring journey into the world of matchmaking! Hit SUBSCRIBE to join us for more incredible stories. ——— Connect with Siobhan Copland:  Instagram:  @siobhancopland // https://www.instagram.com/siobhancopland?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  @cupid_inthecity // https://www.instagram.com/cupid_inthecity?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Website: https://www.cupidinthecity.com ——— Follow Not the 9 to 5 Podcast Social Channels:  Instagram: @notthe9to5pod  TikTok: @notthe9to5pod X: @notthe9to5_pod Youtube: @notthe9to5pod ———  Meet the Hosts! Katheryn Siggers:  Acting Page: @katherynsiggers Photography Page: @katsiggersphotography  Website: www.katsiggerscreative.com  ——— Francesca Marago:  Acting Website: www.francescamarago.com  Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/francescamarago  Instagram: @francescamarago  ——— ‘Not the 9 to 5’ podcast is hosted, produced and edited by Katheryn Siggers and Francesca Marago.  Special thanks to: Logo Designer - Doublelix (https://doublelix.com) Theme Tune - Euan McCandless (https://www.euanmccandless.co.uk) // @euanmccandlessmusic ——— To get in contact with us about sponsorship, email us on:  nottheninetofivepod@gmail.com
S3, Ep 12 - Tasha Prados: A Strategists Advice for Freelancers
20-10-2024
S3, Ep 12 - Tasha Prados: A Strategists Advice for Freelancers
Today, we sit down with digital nomad Tasha Prados about her bold leap from working at a top-three global ad agency to founding her own business, Duraca Strategic, all while traveling the world and pursuing her passions. We dive into her insights on what makes a freelancer thrive and what the digital nomad lifestyle truly entails. Be sure to hit subscribe! ——— Tasha Prados:  Website: ⁠www.duracastrategic.com⁠ Instagram: @duara.strategic // ⁠https://www.instagram.com/duraca.strategic?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠  LinkedIn: Tasha Prados // ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/tashaprados/⁠ ——— Not the 9 to 5 Podcast Social Channels:  Instagram: @notthe9to5pod  TikTok: @notthe9to5pod X: @notthe9to5_pod Youtube: @notthe9to5pod  ——— ‘Not the 9 to 5’ podcast is hosted, produced and edited by Katheryn Siggers and Francesca Marago.  Katheryn Siggers:  Acting Page: @katherynsiggers Photography Page: @katsiggersphotography  Website: https://www.katsiggerscreative.com  Francesca Marago:  Website: www.francescamarago.com  Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/francescamarago  Instagram: @francescamarago  ——— Special thanks to: Logo Designer - Doublelix (https://doublelix.com) Theme Tune - Euan McCandless (https://www.euanmccandless.co.uk) // @euanmccandlessmusic ——— To get in contact with us about sponsorship, email us on:  nottheninetofivepod@gmail.com
S3, Ep 11 - Kate Hennessy: My Patchwork Life
13-10-2024
S3, Ep 11 - Kate Hennessy: My Patchwork Life
Today, we chat with Kate Hennessy, who describes her "patchwork career" spanning photography, videography, design, theatre, and writing. Kate shares how she embraced freelancing, her top advice for multi-hyphenate freelancers under 30, and the story behind her debut novel, Watch Over Me. Don’t forget to hit subscribe! ——— Kate Hennessy:  Photography, Videography & Content Creation-  Website: ⁠https://katehennessy.co.uk/home?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaZd8lLKBNBhKdupMg6gIZWu3O2SYMHjL-ogvpzTs-jj1_oyce3IZCme2VQ_aem_qtVjAFloWANVtFnetQMOPw⁠ Instagram: @katehennessyphotography // ⁠https://www.instagram.com/katehennessyphotography?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠  Writing -  Website: ⁠https://www.katehennessyauthor.com⁠  Instagram: @katehennessyauthor // ⁠https://www.instagram.com/katehennessyauthor?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠  Book Link: ⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CDVVGYZG?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_EPYVJQ31E2JXNJ8SEAWD_1⁠ ——— Not the 9 to 5 Podcast Social Channels:  Instagram: @notthe9to5pod  TikTok: @notthe9to5pod X: @notthe9to5_pod Youtube: @notthe9to5pod  ——— ‘Not the 9 to 5’ podcast is hosted, produced and edited by Katheryn Siggers and Francesca Marago.  Katheryn Siggers:  Acting Page: @katherynsiggers Photography Page: @katsiggersphotography  Website: https://www.katsiggerscreative.com  Francesca Marago:  Website: www.francescamarago.com  Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/francescamarago  Instagram: @francescamarago  ——— Special thanks to: Logo Designer - Doublelix (https://doublelix.com) Theme Tune - Euan McCandless (https://www.euanmccandless.co.uk) // @euanmccandlessmusic ——— To get in contact with us about sponsorship, email us on:  nottheninetofivepod@gmail.com
S3, Ep 10 - Cat Rhun: Freelance For Freedom
06-10-2024
S3, Ep 10 - Cat Rhun: Freelance For Freedom
In this episode, we sit down with Cat Rhun, a freelance Copywriter and Content Strategist, as well as a qualified PT and First Aid Trainer. Cat shares her insights on maintaining mental health as a freelancer, how she discovers each brand's unique voice, and why she chose to dive into freelancing while also navigating new motherhood. Subscribe now! ——— Cat Rhun: Time For Copywriters - Copywriting & Content Strategy: Website: timeforcopywriters.com Instagram: @timeforcopywriters // https://www.instagram.com/timeforcopywriters?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeForCopywriters/ LifePlus Training - Adult, Paediatric & Mental Health First Aid: Website: lifeplustraining.com Instagram: @lifeplustraining // https://www.instagram.com/lifeplustraining?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== LifePlus Fit App - Online Fitness & Nutrition Coaching: Instagram: @lifeplusfitapp // https://www.instagram.com/lifeplusfitapp?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== ——— Not the 9 to 5 Podcast Social Channels: Instagram: @notthe9to5pod TikTok: @notthe9to5pod X: @notthe9to5_pod Youtube: @notthe9to5pod ——— ‘Not the 9 to 5’ podcast is hosted, produced and edited by Katheryn Siggers and Francesca Marago. Katheryn Siggers: Acting Page: @katherynsiggers Photography Page: @katsiggersphotography Website: https://www.katsiggerscreative.com Francesca Marago: Website: www.francescamarago.com Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/francescamarago Instagram: @francescamarago ——— Special thanks to: Logo Designer - Doublelix (https://doublelix.com) Theme Tune - Euan McCandless (https://www.euanmccandless.co.uk) // @euanmccandlessmusic ——— To get in contact with us about sponsorship, email us on: nottheninetofivepod@gmail.com
S3, Ep 8 - Kyle Prinsloo: It's Now Or Never, Make Your Move
22-09-2024
S3, Ep 8 - Kyle Prinsloo: It's Now Or Never, Make Your Move
This week, we are joined by Kyle Prinsloo, a successful Content Creator, SaaS Founder, and Web Designer. Kyle talks about his leap from employee to full-time freelancer, how he conquered the nerves of pitching his services, and how he scaled his business using Fiverr. Don’t miss out - subscribe now for your weekly insights from ‘Not the 9 to 5’! ——— Kyle Prinsloo:  Website: ⁠https://www.kyleprinsloo.com⁠  LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyleprinsloo/⁠ Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/kyleprinsloo⁠ Instagram: @kyleprinsloo // ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kyleprinsloodotcom?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠ X: @kylepdotco // ⁠https://x.com/kylepdotco⁠  ——— Not the 9 to 5 Podcast Social Channels:  Instagram: @notthe9to5pod  TikTok: @notthe9to5pod X: @notthe9to5_pod Youtube: @notthe9to5pod  ——— ‘Not the 9 to 5’ podcast is hosted, produced and edited by Katheryn Siggers and Francesca Marago.  Katheryn Siggers:  Acting Page: @katherynsiggers Photography Page: @katsiggersphotography  Website: https://www.katsiggerscreative.com  Francesca Marago:  Acting Website: www.francescamarago.com  Melon & Spud Productions - www.melonandspud.com  // @melonandspud Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/francescamarago  Instagram: @francescamarago  ——— Special thanks to: Logo Designer - Doublelix (https://doublelix.com) Theme Tune - Euan McCandless (https://www.euanmccandless.co.uk) // @euanmccandlessmusic ——— To get in contact with us about sponsorship, email us on:  nottheninetofivepod@gmail.com
S3, Ep 3 - Bukki Adedapo: Strategy is the Way - A Fiverr Insider
18-08-2024
S3, Ep 3 - Bukki Adedapo: Strategy is the Way - A Fiverr Insider
Today, we are joined by International Expansion Leader at Fiverr, Bukki Adedapo. He talks to us about how Fiverr works for sellers, explains what PPC is and we hear all about his freelance side hustle as a strategy consultant and a rapper! Subscribe now to stay up-to-date with our latest episodes and releases! ——— Bukki Adedapo: LinkedIn: Bukki Adedapo // https://www.linkedin.com/in/bukkiadedapo/Email: bukki@gilaasi.com Fiverr: Instagram: @fiverr // https://www.instagram.com/fiverr?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Tiktok: @fiverr // https://www.tiktok.com/@fiverr?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcX: @fiverr // https://x.com/fiverrFacebook: Fiverr // https://www.facebook.com/Fiverr/ LinkedIn: Fiverr // https://www.linkedin.com/company/fiverr-com/ Pinterest: Fiverr // https://www.pinterest.co.uk/fiverr/ ——— Not the 9 to 5 Podcast Social Channels: Instagram: @notthe9to5pod TikTok: @notthe9to5pod X: @notthe9to5_pod Youtube: @notthe9to5pod  ——— ‘Not the 9 to 5’ podcast is hosted, produced and edited by Katheryn Siggers and Francesca Marago. Katheryn Siggers: Acting Page: @katherynsiggers Photography Page: @katsiggersphotography Website: https://www.katsiggerscreative.com Francesca Marago: Acting Website: www.francescamarago.com Melon & Spud Productions - www.melonandspud.com // @melonandspud Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/francescamarago Instagram: @francescamarago ——— Special thanks to:Logo Designer - Doublelix (https://doublelix.com)Theme Tune - Euan McCandless (https://www.euanmccandless.co.uk) // @euanmccandlessmusic ——— To get in contact with us about sponsorship, email us on: nottheninetofivepod@gmail.com