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Being a Freelancer Isn't Easy, Explore The Truth with Úna Herlihy Ep 258 - The Global Discussion

Being a Freelancer Isn't Easy, Explore The Truth with Úna Herlihy Ep 258 - The Global Discussion

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Úna Herlihy, Founder & CEO and Chief Matchmaker at The Indie List, speaks with Host Simon Hodgkins in this episode of The Global Discussion. Based in Ireland, Úna built Ireland's leading curated freelance network for marketing and creative talent, bridging experienced professionals with purposeful clients through thoughtful matchmaking.


00:00 – Introduction to the episode and guest Úna Herlihy

00:39 – Úna’s background in advertising and early career journey

02:15 – Transition to freelancing in 2005 and early challenges

06:27 – Impact of COVID-19 and how The Indie List began

13:14 – How The Indie List is different from other freelance platforms

25:05 – The changing mindset of senior professionals post-COVID

33:02 – Future focus on skills development and education initiatives


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