#247 Playing Big as a Freelancer: Lessons from Tara Mohr’s Empowering Book with Emily Reagan

The Marketing Freelancer: Unicorns Unite

Are you stuck in a cycle of playing small—waiting for the perfect time to speak up, launch that offer, or finally raise your rates? Yeah, I’ve been there.

In this solo episode, I’m sharing one of my favorite reads that gave me the push I didn’t know I needed: Playing Big by Tara Mohr. And let me tell you, this book was written for freelancers like us. I’m breaking down the biggest takeaways that changed how I lead, pitch, and show up in my business. It’s time to get out of your own way and step into that next-level version of you (and your freelancer business).

Listen to learn more about:

• The two voices inside your head: your Inner Mentor & your Inner Critic (and how to quiet the wrong one)
• Why waiting to feel “ready” is actually holding you back in your freelance business
• How to reframe fear and self-doubt so they don’t sabotage your goals
• Tara Mohr's concepts of self-promotion vs. visibility and the importance of leaning into your purpose as a freelancer
• How Playing Big is different—and more realistic—than hustle culture advice

If you’re second-guessing yourself or just want someone to tell you it’s okay to take up space and charge what you’re worth, this episode will light a fire under you. Playing Big isn’t just a book, it’s a mindset shift. And trust me, your future self (and your bank account) will thank you.

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Links Mentioned in the Show:

• Grab the book: Playing Big by Tara Mohr
• We recently read “Playing Big” inside our Digital Marketer’s Workgroup as part of our monthly book club, and the conversations that came out of it were next level. It sparked powerful mindset shifts and real action for so many of my members—and now I’m bringing those insights to you. Want to be part of conversations like this and grow alongside other smart, driven freelancers? Apply here!

Connect with Emily:

• Facebook Community: Emily’s Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant Lab
• Instagram: @emilyreaganpr
• Facebook: @emilyreaganpr

3 ways we can work together:

1. Need to build your digital marketing skills and set up solid workflows so you can confidently put yourself out there for freelance work? Get on the waitlist for the Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant School where you'll learn in-demand marketing implementation skills to launch or grow your work-from-home business. I also share job leads directly with students, making this a true gateway to flexible, meaningful freelance work. Ready to get started sooner? You can jump into the self-study program right now.
2. Already doing marketing work and have a few clients? Want a stronger referral network? Apply for our Digital Marketer’s Workgroup—a tight-knit community of freelancers just like you. Inside, you'll get behind-the-scenes support, advanced trainings, and troubleshooting that every solo marketer needs. Plus, I’ve shared over 3,000 job opportunities with this group—exclusive leads you won’t find anywhere else. If you're ready to grow your business and connect with a supportive network, join us here!
3. Looking to hire a Digital Marketing Assistant? If you want to expand your team & grow your business, submit your job opportunity here. I'll share it with the skilled unicorn marketing assistants inside my workgroup totally free.

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