Summary

Alejo Porras, an illustrator specializing in sketch notes, shares his journey and insights as a freelancer. He talks about how he got into illustrations and sketch notes, the power of visual communication, and the importance of generosity in business.

Alejo also talks about his connection with Chris Do and how he got noticed by him. He emphasizes the value of taking action and implementing advice from mentors and coaches.

Alejo Porras shares his approach to taking advice and finding the right mentor or coach. He emphasizes the importance of finding someone who aligns with your values and goals, and who has a track record in a similar industry.

He also discusses the mindset shifts he has experienced, including the realization that sales conversations are about helping others rather than convincing them. Alejo also talks about managing multiple projects and maintaining an income as a freelancer, and offers advice for those considering a freelance career.

Takeaways

• Sketch notes are a visual way of capturing notes in real time, adding storytelling and emotion to make them more memorable.
• People are generally more visual and remember stories better than plain text.
• Being generous with your knowledge and expertise can lead to trust, more opportunities, and better business relationships.
• Taking action and implementing advice from mentors and coaches is key to personal and professional growth.
• Getting noticed by influential people in your industry can be achieved by showcasing your work and being proactive in building connections.
• Find a mentor or coach who aligns with your values and goals and has a track record in a similar industry.
• Sales conversations should focus on helping others rather than convincing them.
• Manage multiple projects by being efficient and leveraging higher prices.
• Consider studying abroad to expand your perspective and opportunities.
• Maintain a work-life balance and prioritize what is important to you.

Learn more about Alejo

Instagram: instagram.com/alejoporrasart

Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/alejoporras

Website: alejoporrasart.com

Booking Requests: https://calendly.com/alejoporras/sync-up

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Chapters

00:00 Intro

01:00 About Alejo

01:38 Managing Everything at Once

06:28 What Are Sketch Notes

07:48 How Alejo Got Into Sketch Notes

11:13 The Guilt of "Doodling"

13:20 New Opportunities Through Drawing Sketch Notes

19:52 Finding and Sharing Information Online

22:58 Biggest Learning From Alejo's Mentor

28:46 Following Chris Do

30:46 How Alejo Got Known By Chris Do

35:58 Taking Advice From Chris Do

39:03 Your Own Responsibility When Taking Someone Else's Advice

46:03 Advice for Freelancers on How To Pick a Good Coach/Mentor

50:42 Useful Mindset Shifts

53:18 Alejo's Sales Process

56:15 Raising Children Around Money

58:12 Following a Script vs Going With the Flow

1:00:31 Final Freelance Blueprint Questions

1:05:32 How To Connect With Alejo

1:07:14 Outro

Keywords

sketch notes, illustration, visual communication, generosity, mentorship, advice, Chris Do, advice, mentor, coach, values, goals, sales conversations, mindset shifts, managing projects, maintaining income, freelance career