Why Freelancers Need Community with Richard Lam

Welcome to Episode 2 of The Freelance Lounge! We're joined by our very first guest, Richard Lam - the mastermind behind Vancouver's thriving freelance creative community. Richard shares his journey from marketing professional to full-time freelancer, the challenges of starting a business during the pandemic, and how he accidentally built one of the most valuable creative networks in Vancouver. We dive deep into the importance of community for freelancers, the business side of creative work, and why sometimes the best opportunities come from just showing up consistently. Plus, we get into the nitty-gritty of invoicing, gear talk, and some truly ridiculous "Would You Rather" scenarios.