Úna Herlihy and Peter McPartlin, Founders of The Indie List
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Una Herlihy and Peter McPartlin, founders of the Indie List, discuss the evolving freelance economy and how they’re reshaping how brands connect with top marketing talent. They share their journey in launching The Indie List and their mission to support freelancers while offering clients a curated network of high-quality talent. Emphasizing the importance of client relationships and a white-glove experience, they discuss both the challenges and opportunities in today’s freelance landscape, from the talent shortage to the rise of fractional roles. The Indie List is committed to help freelancers earn, learn, and connect while providing clients with the expertise they need.
Key takeaways:
- The importance of a curated list of high-quality freelancers in the marketing and communications industry.
- Why platforms are more than just marketplaces, but rather strong relationships with clients and a white-glove service.
- The freelance economy offers opportunities for both freelancers and clients, but it requires a shift in mindset and approach.
- The talent shortage is a challenge in the industry, and the Indie List aims to provide a solution by connecting clients with top-notch freelancers.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Sponsorship
01:04 Getting to Know the Founders
02:03 Lead Singer of the Band
03:15 First Client Discovery Call
04:05 Peter’s Stage Persona
04:39 The Birth of the Indie List
05:12 The Impact of COVID-19
06:14 The Early Days of the Indie List
07:15 Creating a Support Structure for Freelancers
08:04 The Purpose of the Indie List
09:00 Helping Freelancers Start Strong
12:35 The Value of Freelancers in the Industry
13:03 The Output of Freelancers
14:00 The Client Experience with the Indie List
15:36 From Transactional to Strategic
18:45 The Importance of Culture Fit
22:50 The Challenges of the Freelance Economy
23:30 The Talent Shortage
24:58 Insights from the Indie List
26:18 Why Care About the Freelance Economy
29:08 The Impact of COVID-19 on the Indie List
31:22 Supporting Freelancers in Their Journey
33:57 The Challenges of Balancing Clients and Freelancers
34:36 The Importance of Good Talent
35:33 The Future of the Freelance Economy
36:03 The Evolution of Marketplaces
37:29 The Client Experience with the Indie List
38:24 Building Strong Relationships with Clients
39:14 Curating a List of Freelancers for Clients
40:13 The Value of the Indie List
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