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What to Do When You’ve Lost Motivation in Your Freelance Business

What to Do When You’ve Lost Motivation in Your Freelance Business

Update: 2025-08-14
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Lost your spark? You’re not broken. Freelance motivation dips are normal — especially in summer. Here’s what I do when the fire fizzles out.


I talk about this loads inside the Freelance Business Lounge — come join us if you need motivation, accountability or a boost.

In this episode of The Freelancers Tea Break podcast, Emma Cossey, a UK-based freelance coach and ADHD mentor, explores strategies for overcoming motivation challenges in freelance work, particularly for those with ADHD. 
00:00 Welcome to The Freelancers Tea Break 
00:27 Understanding ADHD and Motivation 
02:23 Identifying the Root of Lost Motivation 
02:55 Balancing Overload and Understimulation 
05:22 Practical Tips to Boost Motivation 
06:14 The Power of Talking It Out 
07:26 Reflecting on Your Freelance Journey 
07:51 Join the Freelance Business Lounge 
08:36 Final Thoughts on Motivation

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What to Do When You’ve Lost Motivation in Your Freelance Business

What to Do When You’ve Lost Motivation in Your Freelance Business

Emma Cossey