Freckled Foodie & Friends

In this episode, I sit down with Les Alfred (@lesalfred) to discuss her journey from corporate life to full-time content creation, the challenges of self-employment, and her experience being a Black creator in the digital space. Les shares her insights on manifesting, building a routine for different eras of life, and the importance of celebrating wins. We dive into the complexities of work-life balance, personal re-branding as a reflection of growth and evolving mindsets, and the need for boundaries in the digital age. Key Takeaway / Points:Transitioning from corporate job to full-time content creationChallenges of self-employment and accepting the potential return to corporate workBalancing work and personal life as a content creatorPressures and expectations faced by Black creatorsImportance of celebrating wins and avoiding constant goal-post movingManifesting practices and focusing on personal growthStruggles with burnout and boundaries living onlineFuture aspirations including fiction writing and bu