Chief Executive Auntie

In this episode, I speak with Penguin Random House Editor Ashley Hong (she/her) about what makes a book marketable and her path to the publishing world with a couple detours through Grey's Anatomy and computer science. Ashley's website: https://ashleysunghae.com/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

In this episode I talk to Hanna Chiou, the co-creator of one of my favorite products, the Habbi Habbi Reading Wand and Global Library. We discuss her journey from global consulting to toy and book manufacturing as well as the power of seeing your identity in books. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Feminist Asian Dad Eugene Hung (he/him) shares about his journey from teacher to blogger and activist and back to teacher, what his kids really think of his blog, and how he amplifies female voices without taking away space. Eugene's blog: https://feministasiandad.com/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

In this mini episode, my business bestie joins me in going through our year-end reviews, talking specifically about which income metrics are *actually* informative and important. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Sam Brandt (they/them) provides a fascinating (seriously!) glimpse at technical writing, which I now think is the most underrated niche in the writing world. Marketing copywriters get customers and clients in, but good documentation keeps them coming back for more. Tune in to hear Sam talk about what a technical writer really does all day, how being diagnosed with ADHD as an adult helped them understand their work and life better, and the power of putting their identity into their fiction work. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

In this (ironically long) mini episode, I talk about how to raise your overall rates by reducing the amount of time you spend working. Here are 7 ways to improve your business efficiency and your bottom line. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

In this episode, I somehow manage to not pee myself while talking to Rebecca Kuang, award-winning author of The Poppy War trilogy about her writing process, changing her major (we’d all be sad if she’d stayed in economics and finance), and the many complexities of Asian/Asian American representation in stories and publishing. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

In this episode, Auntie throws down over freelancers and creatives price shaming one another and pours the tea about what a "good" client actually means. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

In this episode, Los Angeles County Youth Poet Laureate Sophie Kim shares the benefits of taking a gap year, her experience as poet laureate, and her hopes for her creative work during and beyond her education at Harvard. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

In this episode I discuss the words and phrases I don't use in my brand communications and why it's not really about "not offending people." (Which seems like a perfectly worthy goal to me, but what do I know.) To ask a question or leave a comment, you can call or text to 614-585-2289. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

In this episode I chat with romance author and actress Preslaysa Williams about the 5am writer’s club, what feedback to take and what to ignore, and the magic that comes with writing your true identity into your work. We also talk about what it’s really like to be a working actress. (You may have seen Preslaysa on The Secret Files of Shelby Woo on Nickelodeon!) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

In this mini episode, I discuss the need for an In Case of Emergency plan for your business and how to start putting one together. My pal Anna's recession-proofing toolkit: https://www.annafhetzel.com/recession Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Literary agent Jen Chen Tran and editor Jenny Chen talk about the different sides of book publishing. We discuss how to get started in the publishing industry, what they look for in books, and how to get better representation at every step of the publishing process. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

In this mini episode, I finish a project 7 months late and talk about why project delays can be so stressful and at least one thing you can do about it. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Steph Wu never described herself as a creative or a writer when she was growing up, but she is now an experienced and accomplished journalist and novelist. Steph is the Articles Director at Conde Nast Traveler and the co-founder of Mochi Magazine, an online publication for Asian American women that I now have the honor of leading. We chat about what a food and travel editor really does all day, our role models (or lack thereof), and the future of journalism. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

In this mini episode, I talk about a haircut gone...at least a bit wrong, and what to do when faced with a project that you might not be fully qualified for (or excited about). Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

I'm pleased to welcome Cynthia Pong back to Chief Executive Auntie. Cynthia is a feminist career strategist and now self-published author. Tune in for her career advice during COVID-19, an inside peek at writing and self-publishing her book, and a very special offer for Chief Executive Auntie listeners. * Cynthia's website ( http://www.embracechange.nyc ) * Cynthia's book: *Don't Stay in Your Lane: The Career Change Guide for Women of Color* ( https://embracechange.nyc/book?utm_campaign=Book&utm_medium=24HrPromo&utm_source=Collaborators ) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

I wanted to be a writer even when I was a young child, but I gave up on that dream before I reached high school partly because I didn't know of anyone who looked like me who was in writing, publishing, or media. Turns out they were out there, I just didn't know to look for them. This season of Chief Executive Auntie will feature Asian American writers, authors, journalists, editors, and agents in all sorts of industries and roles. Tune in starting August 24. Subscribe in your favorite podcast player so you don't miss a thing! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Episode Recap:Joanne and I talked aboutThe existential dread we’re all feeling right now (1:19)The questions she asked before leaving her full-time job (6:15)How she got started in writing (15:20)Her book, Game Changer (18:25)How she writes diverse stories without writing A Book About Race (26:51)Writing about real-world events like coronavirus...or not writing about them! (37:30)Being flexible about creativity and believing in the inherent value of your story (41:06)Guest Bio:Joanne Machin is a copyeditor, life/career coach, and romance author. She is based in the Seattle area.Links and Resources:Joanne’s websiteJoanne’s TwitterJoanne’s InstagramStay in Touch:To suggest a guest or submit a question, Ask Auntie anything here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/contact/ To join Auntie's podcast insiders and get special access to upcoming guests, subscribe here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/podcast-insiders/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Episode Recap:Dr. Lam and I talked aboutA day in the life of a retinal surgeon (1:27)How he finds time to write with a full-time job and four kids (6:13)His process for writing historical novels (8:17)How a history major became an eye surgeon (15:08)Why doctors don’t want their kids to become doctors (21:57)The luxury of a liberal arts degree (23:44)Balancing your dreams with practicality (30:19)Guest Bio:Andrew Lam, M.D., is the award-winning author of three books. Born in Philadelphia and raised in central Illinois, he graduated summa cum laude in history from Yale University, where he studied military history and U.S.-East Asian relations. He then attended medical school at the University of Pennsylvania, followed by specialty training in ophthalmology and retina surgery at the Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia. He is currently an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Massachusetts Medical School and Tufts University School of Medicine, a partner at New England Retina Consultants, and an attending surgeon at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, Massachusetts.Links and Resources:Dr. Lam’s author websiteRepentance (available at Indiebound)Saving Sight (available at Barnes & Noble)Two Sons of China (available at Amazon)Stay in Touch:To suggest a guest or submit a question, Ask Auntie anything here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/contact/ To join Auntie's podcast insiders and get special access to upcoming guests, subscribe here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/podcast-insiders/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Episode Recap:Maddy and I talked aboutHow to explain to traditional Asian parents that you write about vaginas all day (3:13)Maintaining personal boundaries when writing publicly about sexual health (4:58)A typical day for a digital content creator (9:12)The power of operating out of spite (21:13)The importance of using our privilege to speak up (28:41)Guest Bio:Maddy Siriouthay is the co-founder and COO of Ovee, a sexual and reproductive health hub that empowers vagina-havers with re-educational content, curated products and the supportive community they need to navigate their healthcare needs. Before Ovee, Maddy received her journalism degree from the Missouri School of Journalism and her M.F.A. in Design and Technology at Parsons, where she met the two other co-founders of Ovee, Courtney and Jane.Links and Resources:Ovee HealthMaddy’s InstagramMaddy’s TwitterLaotian American National AllianceStay in Touch:To suggest a guest or submit a question, Ask Auntie anything here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/contact/ To join Auntie's podcast insiders and get special access to upcoming guests, subscribe here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/podcast-insiders/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Episode Recap:Virginia and I talked aboutHow her blogging career started (1:48)How she homeschools four children in Mandarin (5:45)Her social media management work and partnership with Sagebooks (13:35)The importance of a supportive partner (26:27)Managing multiple freelance gigs (33:35)Guest Bio:Virginia is a writer, blogger, and bilingual homeschooling mom of 4 based in the Bay Area.Links and Resources:Virginia’s blog, Mandarin MamaVirginia’s YouTube channelVirginia’s TwitterVirginia’s InstagramVirginia’s Facebook pageVirginia’s Contently portfolioGuavarama’s blogStay in Touch:To suggest a guest or submit a question, Ask Auntie anything here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/contact/ To join Auntie's podcast insiders and get special access to upcoming guests, subscribe here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/podcast-insiders/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Episode Recap:I got to speak with Dr. Anna Huang, PhD, Dr. Martin Hsia, PsyD, and Dr. Joseph Lee, MD about the everyday reality of being a mental health care provider. We debated what the best kind of doctor is, and discussed some of the challenges and rewards of being a therapist.Guest Bios:Dr. Anna Huang, PhD. is a licensed psychologist with doctoral and master’s degrees in Clinical Psychology from Rosemead School of Psychology, Biola University (APA accredited). She provides individual and couples therapy to adults and is certified to conduct pre-marital and couples therapy with the Prepare and Enrich program.Dr. Martin Hsia, PsyD. is a Psychologist and the Clinical Director at the Cognitive Behavior Therapy Center of Southern California (CBT SoCal). His specialties are helping people with OCD, Anxiety Disorders, and Insomnia. Dr. Hsia has a doctorate of Clinical Psychology from Fuller Graduate School of Psychology, a M.A. in Christian Leadership from Fuller Graduate School of Theology, and a B.A. in psychology and Spanish from Tufts University.Dr. Joseph Lee, MD., is a Psychiatrist in private practice in Redondo Beach, California. He is also an educator in social and emotional learning (SEL) and provides individual and group supervision to licensed therapists looking to add mental healthiness and SEL principles to their own practices. Dr. Lee has a medical doctorate from University Of California, Los Angeles, School Of Medicine.Links and Resources:Dr. Huang’s personal websiteCIFT Counseling (Dr. Huang practices here)Acacia Irvine (and here!)Cognitive Behavior Therapy of Southern California (Dr. Hsia’s practice website)Dr. Lee’s personal and practice websiteStay in Touch:To suggest a guest or submit a question, Ask Auntie anything here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/contact/ To join Auntie's podcast insiders and get special access to upcoming guests, subscribe here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/podcast-insiders/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Episode Recap:Cynthia and I talked aboutHer customized approach to career coaching (2:20)What to do when you’re overworked and underpaid (6:25)The problem with “Charge your worth” (8:33)Cynthia’s foundational coaching program (12:00)Some of the biggest challenges common to professionals of color (18:14)The power of just starting (22:31)Practical tips for leaving a toxic job situation (25:24)Guest Bio:Cynthia Pong, JD is a feminist career and negotiation coach based in New York City. She offers a range of services – private one-on-one career coaching, group workshops and events, and free resources, including worksheets and a monthly newsletter, The Trajectory – to support women of color in their work and personal lives. Prior to founding Embrace Change, Cynthia was a public defender in the Bronx for six years.Links and Resources:Embrace Change websiteThe Trajectory, Cynthia’s newsletterCynthia’s InstagramStay in Touch:To suggest a guest or submit a question, Ask Auntie anything here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/contact/ To join Auntie's podcast insiders and get special access to upcoming guests, subscribe here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/podcast-insiders/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Content Warning: On this episode, we discuss sex, pleasure, and erotica. You may want to listen away from your boss or kids, but it might also be a great opportunity for conversation! (Maybe not with your boss, though.)Episode Recap:Thien-Kim and I talked aboutThe work from home mom life (2:26)Doing whatever you want by pissing off your Asian parents so badly they don’t care about anything else you do (10:28)How Bawdy Bookworms got started (12:18)Talking to kids (and maybe your parents?) about sex (24:05)The power of focusing and not starting 17 businesses at once (28:28)Guest Bio:Thien-Kim Lam is the founder and Chief Erotica Officer of Bawdy Bookworms. The curated boxes are the perfect partnership of Thien-Kim’s love of romance books and passion for empowering women’s sexuality. Ever since she snuck a copy of The Sleeping Beauty Chronicles by Anne Rice in her stack of SAT study guides, Thien-Kim has been on the search for sexy, smart romance. Years later, instead of sneaking around to purchase and read them, she’s helping more women discover fun, steamy books and encouraging them to take charge of their sexual pleasure.Links and ResourcesBawdy Bookworms websiteBawdy Bookworms Insiders (Facebook group)Stay in Touch:To suggest a guest or submit a question, Ask Auntie anything here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/contact/ To join Auntie's podcast insiders and get special access to upcoming guests, subscribe here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/podcast-insiders/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Episode Recap:Aunties JDF and Virginia sound off about the important things to do before you turn 25.How to step outside of your comfort zoneThe surprising benefits of living aloneHow to keep money out of the hands of old white menWhy I still can’t watch The FarewellWhy you should be less frugalHow to socialize without alcohol or spending moneyJDF and Virginia’s best advicesStay in Touch:To suggest a guest or submit a question, Ask Auntie anything here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/contact/ To join Auntie's podcast insiders and get special access to upcoming guests, subscribe here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/podcast-insiders/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Episode Recap:Nikki and I talked aboutThe daily habits of Passion Planner CEO Angelia Trinidad (4:10)Living and working with your BFF (5:51)The role of Kickstarter in growing Passion Planner (10:44)The ups and downs of being a working actress (15:18)How acting and entrepreneurship balance her life (17:00)The magic power of writing down goals and color-coding your planner (18:52)The importance of choosing good people to be around (23:44)Guest Bio:Nikki Soohoo is an actress based in LA, best known for her roles in the movies: "The Lovely Bones," "Stick It," and "Bring It On: Fight to the Finish.” She is an actress ambassador for Passion Planner and also served as the executive assistant to Passion Planner CEO Angelia Trinidad.Links and ResourcesNikki’s websiteNikki’s InstagramPassion Planner websiteStay in TouchTo suggest a guest or submit a question, Ask Auntie anything here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/contact/ To join Auntie's podcast insiders and get special access to upcoming guests, subscribe here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/podcast-insiders/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Episode RecapJeff and I talked aboutThe importance of having a diverse “party” supporting your business quest (10:12)Using his background in marketing to elevate the creative careers of his other staff members. (13:35)The challenges of scaling a business selling handmade products (26:24)Guest Bio:Jeff Basladynski is the co-founder of 2 Bros and Bard. He started out making wooden Tetris earrings for his girlfriend now wife, then branched out into coasters, cutting boards, butcher blocks, chopsticks and more. Links and Resources2 Bros and a Bard websiteStay in TouchTo suggest a guest or submit a question, Ask Auntie anything here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/contact/ To join Auntie's podcast insiders and get special access to upcoming guests, subscribe here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/podcast-insiders/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Episode RecapTanya and I talked aboutWorking with a life partner (not recommended for everyone!) (3:48)Her decision to leave corporate life (14:14)Challenges of running a startup (20:15)Holding physical inventory in a tiny New York apartment (32:28)Guest Bio:Born and raised in LA, Tanya Zhang studied Interdisciplinary Computing & the Arts from UC San Diego and Minor in Writing. She has worked as art director, brand designer, and UX/UI consultant, and now freelances full time while running Nimble Made with her partner Wesley Kang.Links and ResourcesNimble Made websiteTanya’s design websiteStay in TouchTo suggest a guest or submit a question, Ask Auntie anything here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/contact/ To join Auntie's podcast insiders and get special access to upcoming guests, subscribe here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/podcast-insiders/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Episode RecapTrisha and I chatted aboutA day in the life of a real digital nomad (1:31)How she uses her diverse background in art and education (4:21)“How can I do what I like but also get compensated for it” (5:53)Why your major maybe doesn’t matter as much as you’ve been led to think (13:24)The unconventional ways Asian parents show support (17:08)The challenges of uneven cash flow, late invoices...and what to do about it (19:19)How Little Ning Books started as a way to diversify kid lit (25:09)Guest BioTrisha Hautéa is an educator and a consultant, a digital media strategist and the illustrator of Pepper Zhang Artist Extraordinaire, a book that has been featured on multiple media outlets, including NPR, HuffPost, NowThis, Upworthy, Bustle and more. She and her colleague Jerry started Little Ning books, which seeks to bring diverse Asian characters to the children's publishing market.Links and ResourcesTrisha’s website: https://www.trishahautea.com/Little Ning Books: https://www.littleningbooks.com/shopPodcast listeners can take $5 off on orders over $25 with the code Pepper19.Stay in TouchTo suggest a guest or submit a question, Ask Auntie anything here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/contact/ To join Auntie's podcast insiders and get special access to upcoming guests, subscribe here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/podcast-insiders/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Episode Recap:Peggy and I had a great conversation about...A day in the life of a jewelry designer (1:19)Her journey from engineering major to screenwriter (4:17)How she got her jewelry onto Buffy the Vampire Slayer (5:29)The importance of steady jobs when building a creative business (9:36)Where she gets inspiration for her designs (14:05)What happens when her pieces get featured on TV (15:26)Different ideas for scaling, pivoting, or rebalancing her business (20:04)Her advice for Asian Americans who want to own their own business (30:24)Guest Bio:Peggy Li is a jewelry designer whose designs have been featured on shows like Riverdale, Why Women Kill, Grey’s Anatomy, and many more. Peggy grew up in Santa Rosa, California, and currently works from her home and studio space in San Francisco. Links and Resourceswww.peggyli.cominstagram.com/plcpeggychiefexecutiveauntie.com/acceleratorStay In TouchTo suggest a guest or submit a question, Ask Auntie anything here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/contact/ To join Auntie's podcast insiders and get special access to upcoming guests, subscribe here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/podcast-insiders/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Episode Recap:Cassie and I had a great conversation about...Wearing all the business hats at once (1:30)A day in the life of a wedding photographer (6:05)Finding her own voice as a photographer (10:40)Helping clients find their true vision beyond Pinterest boards and Instagram inspo (14:51)How she prepared to leave her corporate job and do photography full-time (26:02)Her advice for aspiring wedding photographers (30:29)Guest Bio:Cassie Valente is the owner of Cassie Valente Photography, a wedding photography studio based in San Francisco. Cassie grew up in Atlanta, Georgia and her work covering the wedding of Cody Williams and Maria Flores was recently featured in People Magazine.Links and Resourceswww.cassievalente.com@cassievalentephotoChief Executive Auntie’s freelance rate calculatorStay in TouchTo suggest a guest or submit a question, Ask Auntie anything here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/contact/ To join Auntie's podcast insiders and get special access to upcoming guests, subscribe here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/podcast-insiders/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Episode RecapDae and I talked aboutJuggling primary parent and work dutiesDoljanchi (traditional Korean first birthday party)Changing careers multiple timesThe ministry of photographyGuest Bio:Dae Jeong is a pastor turned photographer and work-at-home dad based in Silver Spring, MD. He is a Pittsburgh, PA native, who has also lived in MA, NY, NJ, and MI. Dae graduated from The University of Michigan as well as Calvin Theological Seminary. After several years of doing church ministry in the MD/VA area, he found himself called to a different sort of ministry, using his passion for photography to serve others.Links and ResourcesEyeglass PhotographyStay in TouchTo suggest a guest or submit a question, Ask Auntie anything here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/contact/ To join Auntie's podcast insiders and get special access to upcoming guests, subscribe here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/podcast-insiders/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Episode RecapI shout about my favorite ways for providing a great client experience and keeping my biz shit organized.Links and ResourcesDubsado CRM (affiliate link)TrelloCalendlyMailerLiteConvertKitHootsuitePlanolyTailwindX ThemeDivi ThemeStay in TouchTo suggest a guest or submit a question, Ask Auntie anything here!To join Auntie's podcast insiders and get special access to upcoming guests, subscribe here.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Episode RecapGeng and I talked about:Finding the true pain points of your target audienceUsing college and graduate degrees in unexpected waysBeing a non-technical guy at a tech companyThe risk (or lack thereof) in starting your own companyGuest Bio:Geng is a proven serial entrepreneur with a keen interest in social impact. He is currently the CEO and co-founder of Civic Champs, a social enterprise that creates technology solutions for nonprofit organizations to automate volunteer management. The goal of the company is to make volunteering a frictionless experience for both volunteers and service organizations.Prior to Civic Champs, Geng co-founded two companies based in Pittsburgh. The first company, RentJungle.com is an apartment search engine which was sold in 2014 to The Rainmaker Group. The second, Community Elf (rebranded as Cosmitto) is a social media management agency which was sold in 2017 to a private equity firm. In addition, Geng had the honor of spending 4 years at McKinsey & Company, as an advisor to senior executive clients at Fortune 500 companies – helping them solve their most pressing strategic and management issues. Geng holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a BA from Michigan State University.Links and ResourcesCivic ChampsCivic Champs was a semifinalist in the TechCrunch Battlefield PitchStay in TouchTo suggest a guest or submit a question, Ask Auntie anything here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/contact/ To join Auntie's podcast insiders and get special access to upcoming guests, subscribe here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/podcast-insiders/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

AppalAsian poet and Indiana University professor Lisa Kwong and I discuss:Growing up in a Chinese restaurantComing to appreciate home, even if you wanted to get away for so longCreating a safe learning environmentThe vulnerability of teaching topics like microaggressions that relate to one’s personal experienceThe challenges of being an artist teaching an academic disciplineLinks and Resources“Searching for Wonton Soup” broadsidePine Mountain Sand & Gravel Literary Journal, Vol. 22, containing Lisa’s poem “Declaration”Lisa Kwong, Writer on FacebookStay in TouchTo suggest a guest or submit a question, Ask Auntie anything here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/contact/ To join Auntie's podcast insiders and get special access to upcoming guests, subscribe here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/podcast-insiders/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Auntie Jennifer sounds off on specific questions about pricing freelance or creative services.How to put a price on knowledge and connections as a consultantHow to set "reasonable" prices on services when you're just starting outWhen is it okay to bring up the subject of money with a clientValue-based pricing instead of time-based pricingHow to handle rush requestsTake Auntie's famous pricing workshop: http://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/pricing-workshop/Stay in TouchTo suggest a guest or submit a question, Ask Auntie anything here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/contact/ To join Auntie's podcast insiders and get special access to upcoming guests, subscribe here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/podcast-insiders/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Teresa Robeson is the author of Queen of Physics, a picture book about female physicist Wu Chien Shung, and the forthcoming Bicycles in Beijing, a picture tour of the sights of Beijing told from the POV of two bicycles. Teresa and I talked about:Staying focused (or trying to!) while working from homeFollowing spouses with academic careersThe importance of Asian American role modelsThe process of getting a book publishedHer new book (coming in 2020)Stay in TouchTo suggest a guest or submit a question, Ask Auntie anything here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/contact/ To join Auntie's podcast insiders and get special access to upcoming guests, subscribe here: https://chiefexecutiveauntie.com/podcast-insiders/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations

Meet the Chief Executive Auntie, here to help you bust through expectations and imposter syndrome with the confidence of a mediocre white man.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chief-executive-auntie/donations