Julie Cortés Freelance Rockstar

It may be summer, but school is still in session!

Excited to be headed back to Johnson County Community College next week to speak to summer school students all about freelancing.

In my signature school presentation, “How to ROCK the Freelance Life,” I offer an inside look into what it's like to be self-employed in a creative industry.

What all's included:

⭐ What is freelancing?
⭐ How to get started
⭐ How to get in the right mindset
⭐ How to find work
⭐ And how to price your services

I'm so honored to be the city’s go-to presenter on this topic.

If you'd like a similar presentation for your class, company or organization, let me know!

Midsummer, Midweek, Mid-morning Reset! ☕️✨

Is your summer "out of office" vibe feeling more like "stuck in the office?" Shake off the midweek slump and join The Freelance Exchange of KC:

☕ This Thursday, July 9th
☕ 9 - 10:30 am
☕ Grand Coffee + Smoothies in Shawnee

We’re taking over a few tables for a morning of handcrafted lattes and high-quality conversation.

This isn't about business cards and stiff introductions; it’s about sharing that project you’re stoked about, venting to people who actually understand "deadline dread," and enjoying a change of scenery in Grand Coffee's bright, modern space.

Come grab a seat and a pastry. Let’s trade the solo grind for some communal caffeine and get re-energized for the rest of the week!

Members and non welcome. Free to attend. (Bonus: the first 10 people to arrive get a FREE coffee on FX!)

More info & RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fx-coffee-catch-up-july-connection-session-at-grand-coffee-tickets-1991782541198

Freelancer. Contractor. Consultant. Whatever you call it, this is for you.

📢 Calling all KC advertising / marketing solo pros—

FX is looking for passionate, committed leaders to help us level up for the '26-'27 board term.

We’re not just filling seats. We’re building a team.

With our 25th anniversary on the horizon, this is your chance to help shape the future of YOUR organization.

Bring your ideas. Your talents. Your energy. 💪 If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and make a real impact, we want you on this journey.

And yes … we’re going to have some FUN while we’re at it. Guaranteed! 🎉

Board members enjoy perks like free membership, expanded networking, leadership experience, behind-the-scenes access, and the opportunity to work alongside an incredible team that’s passionate about supporting Kansas City’s creative freelance community.

Whether you’re interested in serving chairing a team, leading as a director, or stepping into an executive board role, there’s a place for you.

Ready to be part of something bigger? DM or reach out to me at [email protected].

Let’s build the next chapter of FX together. 🤗

🔥 Friendly kick in the ass…

Your goals aren’t going to chase you.

That proposal won’t send itself. That client won’t magically appear. That business won’t grow because you meant to work on it.

So … get your s**t together.

Your future Rockstar self will thank you. 😎

😱 AHHHHHH!!!

It’s July 1st. Can you believe it??

The second half of the year starts TODAY.

So … how’s that freelance business coming along?

⭐ Hitting your goals?
⭐ Booking the clients you want?
⭐ Making the money you planned?
⭐ Building the business you promised yourself?

Or are you still saying, “I’ll get serious next month”?

Newsflash: Your calendar doesn’t magically reset your business. You do.

If the first half of the year didn’t go the way you hoped, don’t waste the second half doing the same damn thing.

Get a plan. Get accountable. Get moving.

And if you’re tired of trying to figure it all out on your own, I'm here for you. 🤗

Let’s make the next six months your best yet.

👉 Learn more: https://www.juliecortes.com/coach

📣 Last Chance to Register!

Current FX members: This is your invitation to help shape the future of YOUR organization.

What do you want The Freelance Exchange of KC to look like over the next few years? More networking? More education? More opportunities to grow your business? Bigger events? New member benefits?

This is your chance to help make it happen.

Join us for The Future of FX: A Member Vision Forum—an interactive online discussion where your ideas, feedback, and vision will help guide the next chapter of FX as we begin the countdown to our 25th anniversary.

This isn’t just another meeting. It’s an opportunity to influence the future of the organization you belong to ... and ensure your membership delivers even greater value in the years ahead.

This event is exclusively for current dues-paying FX members. (Not a member? Join today!) Advance registration is required to receive the Zoom link.

Don’t sit on the sidelines while others help shape the future. Pull up a chair and be part of the conversation.

👉 Register today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-future-of-fx-a-member-vision-forum-tickets-1991778849155

Freelancer. Contractor. Consultant. Whatever you call it, this is for you.

🚨 FX Members: We Need Your Voice! 🚨

This isn’t just our organization. It’s YOUR club, YOUR membership, and YOUR community.

Beginning July 1st, The Freelance Exchange of KC enters an exciting new chapter under new leadership, and we’re looking to level up our programming, member experience, and overall impact in the year ahead.

With our 25th anniversary on the horizon, we’re dreaming BIG! And we want your ideas at the table.

Join us for this special Member Vision Forum, where you’ll have the opportunity to share feedback, brainstorm possibilities, and help shape the future of FX.

Grab your lunch, hop on Zoom, and be part of the conversation.

🎯 Register now and help us make the next chapter our best one yet! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-future-of-fx-a-member-vision-forum-tickets-1991778849155

Not a member? Join today!

Freelancer. Contractor. Consultant. Whatever you call it, this is for you.

🚨 LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER 🚨

Tomorrow, we’re diving into Badass Branding for Freelancers & Solopreneurs—and if you’re tired of being overlooked, forgotten, or blending into a sea of competitors, you don’t want to miss this one.

In just one session, you’ll learn how to:
⚡ Stand out
⚡ Be remembered
⚡ Build trust faster
⚡ Attract better-fit clients

Plus, you’ll walk away with a branding worksheet and practical checklist you can put to work immediately.

Here’s the hard truth: The freelancers who get noticed aren’t always the most talented. They’re the ones with the clearest, strongest brands.

Don’t be the person who sees the recap post later and thinks, “Dang, I should’ve signed up!”

😎 Grab your spot now before registration closes: https://www.juliecortes.com/events-calendar/p/branding

📣 WE WANT YOU!

The Freelance Exchange of KC is entering an exciting new chapter, and we’re assembling an incredible team of volunteers to help lead the way.

With new leadership stepping in for the 2026-2027 term and our 25th anniversary on the horizon in 2028, we’re turning up the volume and planning some big things for our members and the KC advertising / marketing community.

Whether you’re interested in helping on a committee, serving as a Chair, leading as a Director, or stepping into an Executive Board role, there’s a place for you.

And yes, there will be perks. Lots of them. 🎉

If you’re looking to grow your leadership skills, expand your network, make a real impact, and have some fun along the way, let’s talk.

👉 DM or email me at [email protected] for more info.

Freelancer. Contractor. Consultant.
Whatever you call it, this is for you!