the reality of going freelance: first clients, a new mac & an anxiety spiral | The Rebuild Ep.4

This week feels like a turning point. I’m in the final few weeks of redundancy, and everything is starting to feel very real. In this episode of The Rebuild, I’m sharing what it actually looks like behind the scenes as I try to build my coaching business: from navigating money mindset and confidence around signing clients, to investing in myself (hello new MacBook 👀). It’s a mix of everything: coaching, real life, celebrating my best friend’s birthday, spending time with people I love, and getting creative with my boyfriend… before my body eventually forces me to slow down. This one’s honest and a little chaotic. Thanks for being here!!! 00:00 Last coaching session with a client & discovery call 03:10 First paid client since redundancy 05:18 Wednesday work update & solicitor call 06:55 Redundancy settlement call 08:52 Friday update: raising coaching prices 10:42 Getting two new clients in 24 hours after increasing my prices 11:42 Afternoon coaching sessions & loving the work 14:10 Buying a new MacBook at the Apple Store 16:08 My best friends birthday dinner 18:42 Unboxing the new Mac 21:25 Sunday roast with the girls 22:13 Wednesday coaching session & anxiety spiral 25:16 Feeling lighter after being coached by Lauren 27:41 Deli run & heading to dinner with the girls 29:49 Feeling unwell at dinner & a rough few days 32:05 Strategy work on content themes 33:28 Heading to Hackney to see my work friend 34:11 Saturday: strategy session coaching Taylor 37:15 Closing the vlog 💭 Let me know in the comments: What’s something you’re currently trying to back yourself in? 🔗 Connect with me: Instagram: @buildwithlaura Coaching enquiries: https://www.buildwithlaura.co.uk #therebuild #buildinginpublic #careerchange #coachingbusiness #moneymindset #womeninbusiness #lifeintransition