In the latest episode of The Lonely Freelancer, I re-visit The FAQs of Mental Health In The Workplace and explore how we can all enjoy better mental health at work. Read along: https://nikkimccaig.com/mental-health/the-faqs-of-mental-health-in-the-workplace-part-ii/بقلم The Lonely Freelancer

In the latest episode of The Lonely Freelancer, I explore how the Netflix series 'Girlboss' accurately sums up the freelance experience. Give it a listen to find out more.بقلم The Lonely Freelancer

In the latest episode of The Lonely Freelancer, I explore how the pandemic has changed the freelance industry and the changes we've all had to adapt to over the past year. Give it a listen!بقلم The Lonely Freelancer

In this week's episode of The Lonely Freelancer, I interview guest speaker Albert Aziz-Caulson, founder and creator of Underpinned - a virtual freelance network and service provider! We discussed the changing nature of freelancing, the diversity within the freelance community and the way COVID has changed the way we work so if you're interested - g…

In my latest blog post, I share my tips for achieving a mental health inclusive Zoom environment and explore the idea of inclusivity online.Read along: https://nikkimccaig.com/mental-health/staying-mental-health-inclusive-over-zoom/بقلم The Lonely Freelancer

In my latest episode, I share 8 Tips for Accommodating Your Mental Illness and some useful advice for living alongside mental health.https://nikkimccaig.com/mental-health/accommodating-mental-illness/بقلم The Lonely Freelancer

Throughout my years working as a freelancer, I’ve heard many a myth, rumour or assumption about my job. Whether it be from a well-meaning client or a judgemental social media post, there has always been a certain stigma about working for yourself.بقلم The Lonely Freelancer

In this weeks episode, I want to share some of the smallest yet often overlooked secrets of building a great social media profile for your brand.بقلم The Lonely Freelancer

In today’s blog post, I want to explore exactly what a gender-equal workplace could look like and how your workplace can start making those vital shifts towards a more balanced and respectful working culture.بقلم The Lonely Freelancer

Over the last decade, the number of individuals becoming freelance workers in the UK rose by 14%. With the pandemic affecting physical workspaces and unemployment figures rising, freelance careers have been steadily inclining through 2020, as more and more people choose to work for themselves and work from home.…

After months spent inside the comfort of our homes, with only our families around us, suddenly being placed in a bustling office for eight hours straight could be a little overwhelming – not to mention mentally taxing after the stress of this long, intense lockdown period. With new commutes to consider, a simultaneous loneliness and social overwhel…

I’ve challenged myself to list 26 different pieces of advice I wish I’d been given when I first started out as a freelancer, in a fun A-Z style to help keep me thinking!Read along: https://nikkimccaig.com/business/a-z-of-advice-for-new-freelancers/بقلم The Lonely Freelancer

In this in-depth audio essay, I explore the experience of having health anxiety throughout a pandemic and the struggle it can be. If you want to talk about your own anxiety, or share your experiences, feel free to drop me an email at nikki.j.mccaig@gmail.com.بقلم The Lonely Freelancer

Neel Gogia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neelgogia/?hl=en IPLIX Media Website: https://iplix.in/ Our guest today is notoriously known as the “Master of Sponsors” for reliably getting college events funded. In fact it was then that he realized that he had a knack for connecting brands to people. I first interacted with him when he was just st…

Here’s the weekly digital lowdown: · What is Instagrams "Love Runs Deep" challenge and why should you care? · How can you publish your WordPress Blogs as Twitter threads now? · Twitter updates privacy settings on desktop and mobile - are they worth it? · Watch a review on YouTube and directly shop there soon?! · Zoom further strengthens its event m…

Today’s weekly news episode was full of crazy developments! Here’s the lowdown: Is Instagram going to let you shop on their app soon? Will Facebook lose 50% of their advertising business thanks to Apple iOS14? Whats the point of a retweet? Will "Quotes" by Twitter kill the importance of a Retweet? What is Triller? Should you be on it? Tired of watc…

Today’s weekly news episode was full of crazy developments! Here’s the lowdown: • New developments in the YouTube Badshah controversy • "Latest posts" on Instagram?! • Facebook has partnered with T-Series Music, Zee Music Company and Yash Raj Films to launch Official Music Videos in India. • Twitter updates include the global roll-out of Conversati…

The global pandemic has severely affected two industries this year – Tourism and Publishing. And those who have a finger in both pie’s, well I feel for them, it must be tough right now. While most people are staying safe and well mostly at home, I’m sure at some point they’re also wondering when can they travel again. Specially internationally. And…

Today’s weekly news episode was full of crazy developments! Here’s the lowdown: Did Mukesh Ambani kill it at the Reliance AGM this year? Why did Twitters shares fall globally? Who was the target this time? Has Reels really arrived yet? Did we just discover a new metric to measure Tiktok influencers in India?! Digital Ad spends falling Q on Q? What …

Today’s guest and well her bosswoman are an inspiring duo. I have a blast discussing digital ideas and celebrities with her. She's gutsy, always a step ahead and daring to take chances! A Digital consultant and celebrity management expert, please welcome Priyanka Khandale!

Joining me today on Vartalap is Digital Consultant, Technology journalist & Podcast host of The String - Abhishek Baxi, where we’re going to be discussing the situation with print media and journalists in the country. Having recently joined Neowin as a senior editor, he will continue to be a contributor at The Morning Context & columnist at Hindust…

Today’s weekly news episode was full of crazy developments! Here’s the lowdown: Twitter & Trump fight it out Instagram launches paid options for content creators Google acquiring stake in Vodafone? Digital & Traditional advertising to make a comeback! Movie theatres disappointed with film producers going the OTT way Voot ties up with UpGrad MUBI ti…

In conversation with Digital Thought-smith, Karan Varma on SEO and its linkage with public relations. We had a blast making that connect and feeding off each others experiences!

Part 2 of my conversation with Riddhi where we discuss the future of digital photography, influencer marketing and had some fun in our segments “Keeping it casual” and “Vartalap Takeover”!!

In conversation with photographer and content creator, Riddhi Parekh on the evolution of photography over the last decade. Follow her handle Riddhi_parekh on Instagram for more updates on photography!!

Email me at shivajisinha31@gmail.com with your feedback, suggestions and opinions! Whats new? Facebook launched its own Messenger Rooms last week | TikTok along with their brand partners have launched Small Gestures | Instagram introduces Live Donations to support causes| Instagram released two updates – testing a new ‘Challenges’ sticker and a ‘St…

Email me at shivajisinha31@gmail.com with your feedback, suggestions and opinions! Campaign of the week links: #AageKiSoch - Upskill Anthem - I | upGrad #RewindKia | Let’s all Just Rewind! ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund - Ghar Baithe Kuch Smart Karein? | SIP Smart Investors Games that bring us together NODWIN Gaming Adopts #PlayApartTogether Campaign…

With all things digital, the idea is to discuss well all things digital thats happening in India. Apart from a weekly news forum, it will hopefully involve some two sided conversations with strangers and friends in this field!