Meet Brooke Szabo, a marketing all-rounder that has just the thing you’re missing

Brooke Szabo is a freelance all-around marketer with a background in communications, events, and public relations. As a wife and mother who comes from a big family, Brooke says she is very grateful for the built-in support system that allows her the time to have a family and career. ​She describes herself as a direct but polite type of person, and believes that transparency, authentic relationships, and clear communications are the foundation of any successful project.

Brooke has always valued contributing to something bigger than herself. Having worked in both corporate and small business settings as well as volunteering for charities and NFPs, she is accustomed to wearing multiple hats and contributing wherever she is needed.

Brooke is our latest Gem of the Week and shares more about her freelance life in the interview below.

When and why did you decide to go out on your own?

I had always loved the idea of flexibility in my working environment and hours so I started with one client while I was still employed full time. After I had my baby girl I realised I didn’t want to go back to working for someone else because I’d miss so many of my daughters firsts so I started to consider picking up a few more clients. It’s amazing as soon as I committed to this idea of working for myself I was quickly at capacity with clients.

What is your favourite thing so far about freelancing?

My favourite thing about freelancing is working the hours I want and the ability to be picky about the clients I work with. I’m so much happier because of it.

What business win are you currently celebrating?

My latest business win is getting contract work as a freelancer through business contacts I made while I was employed full time. I have a good reputation from working in the marketing, digital and communications industries and that is translating in to business for me now that I’m self-employed. So maybe, the timing of going out on my own was just right.

Brooke Szabo prides herself on organisation, communication, and delivering on time, within budget, and with a result. She is seeking a new opportunities where she’ll be able to bring that thing you’re missing to your team or project.

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