A show for those who are, or aspire to be, SELF-EMPLOYED.
Hosted by content creator Piper Phillips, we'll be diving into what it takes to work for yourself. You can expect weekly episodes and interviews with all types of self-employed people in NYC.
Wondering if now is the right time for self-employment for you? Here are 5 telling signs that might help point you in the right direction.
If you enjoyed this episode please tap 5 stars and follow @theselfemployedshow.
As always- thanks for listening and let me know what you want to hear next!
2 May 2025
SELF-EMPLOYED: NYC Actor Zach Williams; the reality of "making it" in the arts
Join us for a chat with NYC Actor, Dancer, Singer, Content Creator & Equinox Instructor Zach Williams!If you've ever wondered what it's like making a living as a self-employed creative in NYC, this is the episode for you.We Discuss:-What it's like going on tour-How to stay "mentally well" in such a demanding industry-What it means to "swing" (not the definition you might be thinking of....)& moreIf you liked this please tap 5-Stars on Spotify!
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25 Apr 2025
The Dip: Why Most People Quit Before It Gets Good (and How to Keep Going)
You know that feeling where you feel STUCK and start to question everything?
(Yeah same...)
This episode explores the concept of "the dip" and how that phase is actually a really normal part of any entrepreneurial or creative process!
We dive into...
-What "the dip" is
-Times in my life I feel like I've been in the dip
-Knowing when to walk away vs. push through
-What to do when you're in the dip
If you enjoyed please tap 5 stars on spotify!!
(And as always, my DMs are open @theselfemployedshow).
11 Apr 2025
GET IT IN WRITING: My Coachella Partnership Cancelled on me
This week's episode is a short solo storytime. (Say that 5 times fast)... We dive into the importance of getting any business agreement in writing.
Piper shares a story that happened to her last week where she broke her cardinal rule: getting excited about an opportunity before there was a contract in place.
$1500 and LaCroix later... (you'll understand when you listen) it all worked out! But the moral of the story stands.
If you liked this please tap 5 stars on spotify and be sure to follow @theselfemployedshow!
4 Apr 2025
Rockettes, Dancers, Content Creators: Turning down a job at Amazon to be a full-time dancer in NYC with the Sullivan Twins
Ever wonder what it's like making a living as a professional dancer in NYC?? Same. I sat down to chat with The Sullivan Twins: dancers, Rockettes, and content creators.
We covered:
-What it was like TURNING DOWN jobs at Amazon and BlackRock to bet on themselves
-What the business side of being a full-time artist looks like
-How they book gigs and make money to support themselves
-What it was like auditioning and being on the Rockettes
This episode inspired me so much I cannot wait for you guys to listen! If you enjoyed please hit 5 stars to rate the show. :)
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and The Sullivan twins: https://www.instagram.com/sullivantwins/
See you next Friday!!
Piper
28 Mar 2025
MONETIZING YOURSELF: start here if you want to get paid for your social media (uncommon advice)
So much of the advice that people give about social media is wrong. Stop complaining about the "algorithm" and start thinking of yourself like a business!
In this solo episode we chat about the true way to start to get paid for your online presence.
2 Steps:
-Building a personal brand
-Performing market analysis to see where and how that personal brand fits in to the current landscape
AS ALWAYS: if you enjoyed this *please please* tap 5 stars on Spotify! And follow wherever you're watching.
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Free PDF on the website here: https://theselfemployedshow.com/products/monetize-yourself-free-guide
21 Mar 2025
SELF-EMPLOYED with Entrepreneur Haley Hoffman Smith; letting intuition guide your career, knowing what to outsource & more.
This week we're chatting with Haley Hoffman Smith (on her couch in her NYC apartment!). This episode is a fun one - with a mix of business advice, mindset shifts and a serendipitous full-circle discovery at the end.
While most people might be brave enough to choose 1 "non traditional" career path, Haley seems to do it all.
She is a successful entrepreneur with a flourishing EFT subscription business, and over half-a-million social media followers. She's also a 2x author and singer-songwriter!
Topics Covered:
-Building a business using passion and intuition *rather* than strategy alone
- Haley's journey from employee to *employer*
-Rewiring your brain with EFT tapping
-Knowing when to outsource and build a team
***If you enjoyed please tap 5 stars on Spotify!*** :)
Follow Haley here: https://www.instagram.com/haleyhoffmansmith/
Pre-Order her book:
https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/haley-hoffman-smith/untapped-magic/9780762489213/?lens=running-press
14 Mar 2025
SELF-EMPLOYED Work Trips: Solo Episode in Paris!
Bonjourrrr!!
Today we chat all things work trips when you're self-employed.
Being able to plan and go on work trips when you're self-employed is (imo) one of the most fun parts of the job!
3 main topics we cover:
1) Creating a routine and schedule on the trip
2) Networking before and during the trip
3) Brief summary of tax-writeoffs... and how that is a HUGE perk for anyone who enjoys traveling for work
If you like the show- please tap 5 stars! It means a lot :)
As always, follow @theselfemployedshow on Instagram and TikTok!
https://www.instagram.com/theselfemployedshow
Join Piper as she chats with Forbes30u30 Publicist and PR agency owner Juliana Martins. Juliana reps some of your favorite reality TV stars, doctors, restaurants and more!
We'll cover:
-How she got her first client
-What her 'work life balance' looks like
-Mistakes and scams to avoid
-Her advice for anyone wanting to get into the industry and more!
If this was helpful for you make sure to follow and stay tuned every Thursday!
28 Feb 2025
SELF-EMPLOYED: the origin story.
Welcome to Episode 1 of SELF-EMPLOYED with Piper Phillips! In this first solo-episode Piper sets the scene for this new show and tells her story of how she went from 9-5 to self employment.
We Discuss:
-How this show is different from other 'business podcasts'
-Why having a 9-5 before becoming self-employed is actually a good thing
-How Piper's family influenced her decision to leave the corporate world
-Quitting your job with no back-up
-"Good" and "Bad" things about self-employment
You can expect weekly solo and guest episodes! Next week we'll be chatting with our first guest.
Please be sure to follow the show!! (That helps me so much). Thank you!! - Piper
24 Feb 2025
SELF-EMPLOYED Trailer.
Introducing: SELF-EMPLOYED with Piper Phillips.
A show about working, for yourself.
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YouTube views
3,690
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
8 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 40 / 100
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41
Social presence
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YouTube
68
Engagement
32
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