Episode 38: How to Learn Freelancing with Matthew Dowling

The Future is Freelance

Matt Dowling is the founder of Freelancer Club, a platform born from his personal battle with an unpaid invoice that gained national attention. Freelancer Club equips over 72,000 freelancers with the tools, skills, and connections to thrive professionally.

In this episode, Matt shares the evolution of Freelancer Club from a Facebook support group to a comprehensive platform that combines education, community, and policy advocacy.

His journey shows how personal setbacks can fuel systemic change. His campaigns, including #NOFREEWORK and ‘Rise, Freelancer,’ have championed fair pay, diversity, and inclusion, aiming to support 1 million freelancers by 2026.

Our conversation also explores the changing landscape of freelance work, particularly how younger generations view independent work as less risky than traditional employment. We discuss Freelancer Club's innovative approach to education, teaching business skills by tapping into people's natural entrepreneurial instincts, and their work on policy reform to create better protections for independent workers.

Whether you're an aspiring freelancer, an educator interested in preparing students for the future of work, or someone passionate about freelancer rights, Matt's insights into building a more equitable and supportive freelance ecosystem offer valuable perspective on where independent work is headed.

Learn more about Matt and Freelancer Club on LinkedIn, his website, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts.

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