Kim Ellis
@kimellis.bsky.social
Founder of L&D Free Spirits - the community for small businesses, freelancers and the self-employed in L&D
#LearningAndDevelopment
#LearningAndDevelopment
Oooh I love a delivery of a new bit of kit. My old ergonomic mouse has been quite laggy so got this bad boy
October 18, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Oooh I love a delivery of a new bit of kit. My old ergonomic mouse has been quite laggy so got this bad boy
Have you booked your ticket yet to Free Spirits LIVE?
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Free Spirits Conference ... Freelancers, Don't Miss This!
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September 19, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Have you booked your ticket yet to Free Spirits LIVE?
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Must stop buying merch for World
Of Learning!!
Of Learning!!
September 17, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Must stop buying merch for World
Of Learning!!
Of Learning!!
Sometimes you just want a scone
September 13, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Sometimes you just want a scone
Who’s coming to World of Learning next month?
𝗜 𝘄𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝘆 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲.
On 𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟴𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 I'm donning my @ldfreespirits.bsky.social cap again at 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 in Birmingham.
I'm looking forward to promoting this great community and helping with your L&D problems.
𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙖𝙩 𝙃𝟵𝟬, 𝗻𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝙑𝙄𝙋 𝙇𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙜𝙚.
On 𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟴𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 I'm donning my @ldfreespirits.bsky.social cap again at 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 in Birmingham.
I'm looking forward to promoting this great community and helping with your L&D problems.
𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙖𝙩 𝙃𝟵𝟬, 𝗻𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝙑𝙄𝙋 𝙇𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙜𝙚.
September 9, 2025 at 12:38 PM
Who’s coming to World of Learning next month?
For £55 you get CPD-accredited FreeSpiritsLIVE! access, a 3-week Conference Village (opens 22 Sept) + full community membership. Stay on after for just £30/month with weekly webinars, Pitchathons, Fiestas + 29 support channels. ldfreespirits.com/product/free...
Free Spirits LIVE! - L and D Free Spirits
1 October 2025 9:30am - 4:00pm BST L&D Free Spirits Member tickets are only £25, please log in before adding ticket to basket to apply discount.
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September 6, 2025 at 10:32 AM
For £55 you get CPD-accredited FreeSpiritsLIVE! access, a 3-week Conference Village (opens 22 Sept) + full community membership. Stay on after for just £30/month with weekly webinars, Pitchathons, Fiestas + 29 support channels. ldfreespirits.com/product/free...
Today I’m hosting a special edition of #LnDCowork in Glasgow
Looking forward to collabing and networking with a bunch of new folks and catching up with some buddies
Looking forward to collabing and networking with a bunch of new folks and catching up with some buddies
September 4, 2025 at 8:25 AM
Today I’m hosting a special edition of #LnDCowork in Glasgow
Looking forward to collabing and networking with a bunch of new folks and catching up with some buddies
Looking forward to collabing and networking with a bunch of new folks and catching up with some buddies
Have you booked your Free Spirits LIVE! ticket yet?
The main event is happening on 1st October.
If you’re serious about self-employment in #LearningAndDevelopment, don’t miss it youtube.com/shorts/xPOCL...
Find out more on the website ldfreespirits.com/product/free...
The main event is happening on 1st October.
If you’re serious about self-employment in #LearningAndDevelopment, don’t miss it youtube.com/shorts/xPOCL...
Find out more on the website ldfreespirits.com/product/free...
Are you ready to build a thriving business?
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September 2, 2025 at 8:34 AM
Have you booked your Free Spirits LIVE! ticket yet?
The main event is happening on 1st October.
If you’re serious about self-employment in #LearningAndDevelopment, don’t miss it youtube.com/shorts/xPOCL...
Find out more on the website ldfreespirits.com/product/free...
The main event is happening on 1st October.
If you’re serious about self-employment in #LearningAndDevelopment, don’t miss it youtube.com/shorts/xPOCL...
Find out more on the website ldfreespirits.com/product/free...
Reposted by Kim Ellis
We used AI (ChatGPT, Colossyan, NotebookLM & Opus Clip) to create a mini podcast about Free Spirits LIVE! — the one-day virtual conference for self-employed L&D pros. No AI note takers on the day, but we do love a bit of tech.
An L&D event so good, even AI’s talking about it
What to Expect from Free Spirits LIVE! - Mini AI-Powered Podcast
We’ve built this bite-sized podcast episode using the magic of AI tools – Google NotebookLM, ChatGPT, Colossyan and Opus Clip – to…
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August 7, 2025 at 12:06 PM
We used AI (ChatGPT, Colossyan, NotebookLM & Opus Clip) to create a mini podcast about Free Spirits LIVE! — the one-day virtual conference for self-employed L&D pros. No AI note takers on the day, but we do love a bit of tech.
When TikTok makes you buy random stuff 🫣
August 6, 2025 at 5:29 PM
When TikTok makes you buy random stuff 🫣
Reposted by Kim Ellis
The agenda’s live for Free Spirits LIVE! 🎉 A virtual conference for self-employed L&D pros, packed with practical sessions, keynotes and community vibes. Happening 1 Oct, tickets just £25 for members. Full line-up and details here:
👉 ldfreespirits.com/product/free-spirits-live
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August 4, 2025 at 2:09 PM
The agenda’s live for Free Spirits LIVE! 🎉 A virtual conference for self-employed L&D pros, packed with practical sessions, keynotes and community vibes. Happening 1 Oct, tickets just £25 for members. Full line-up and details here:
👉 ldfreespirits.com/product/free-spirits-live
👉 ldfreespirits.com/product/free-spirits-live
Reposted by Kim Ellis
Just over an hour to go until we're getting top tips on creating healthy habits ldfreespirits.com/product/how-...
How Sobriety and Wellbeing can help up your game - L and D Free Spirits
You service your car… so why aren’t you servicing yourself?Healthy business owners build healthier businesses — it really is that simple.When you’re self-employed, you are the engine. But how often do...
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July 30, 2025 at 11:54 AM
Just over an hour to go until we're getting top tips on creating healthy habits ldfreespirits.com/product/how-...
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The application window for sharing the L&D Free Spirits stand at the World of Learning Conference and Exhibition in October has now closed!
Get yourself subscribed to the mailing list to be the first to find out who'll be sharing the stand with us ldfreespirits.com/events/world...
Get yourself subscribed to the mailing list to be the first to find out who'll be sharing the stand with us ldfreespirits.com/events/world...
July 28, 2025 at 11:01 AM
The application window for sharing the L&D Free Spirits stand at the World of Learning Conference and Exhibition in October has now closed!
Get yourself subscribed to the mailing list to be the first to find out who'll be sharing the stand with us ldfreespirits.com/events/world...
Get yourself subscribed to the mailing list to be the first to find out who'll be sharing the stand with us ldfreespirits.com/events/world...
Reposted by Kim Ellis
You service your car… so why not yourself? Build a business that doesn’t burn you out. Join our webinar on sobriety & wellbeing with Vince Hannant. 30 July, 2pm BST. Free for members, £19.99 for non-members.
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#LearningAndDevelopment #Freelance
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#LearningAndDevelopment #Freelance
July 25, 2025 at 11:02 AM
You service your car… so why not yourself? Build a business that doesn’t burn you out. Join our webinar on sobriety & wellbeing with Vince Hannant. 30 July, 2pm BST. Free for members, £19.99 for non-members.
👉 ldfreespirits.com/product/how-...
#LearningAndDevelopment #Freelance
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#LearningAndDevelopment #Freelance
So this is happening…..
More info coming soon, for now make sure you save the date.
More info coming soon, for now make sure you save the date.
July 25, 2025 at 4:09 AM
So this is happening…..
More info coming soon, for now make sure you save the date.
More info coming soon, for now make sure you save the date.
I bloody love having a hedge near my office window cause i get to watch the sparrows (yes I know I should be working)
a group of birds are taking a bath in a bowl of water .
Alt: a group of birds are taking a bath in a bowl of water .sparrow
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July 24, 2025 at 7:47 AM
I bloody love having a hedge near my office window cause i get to watch the sparrows (yes I know I should be working)
Cooking on gas putting the finishing touches onto the slides for tomorrow session on giving your network a glow up ldfreespirits.com/events/join-...
For some reason the design mojo hits differently when I’m curly - anyone else find that? Your appearance affects your mojo?
For some reason the design mojo hits differently when I’m curly - anyone else find that? Your appearance affects your mojo?
July 21, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Cooking on gas putting the finishing touches onto the slides for tomorrow session on giving your network a glow up ldfreespirits.com/events/join-...
For some reason the design mojo hits differently when I’m curly - anyone else find that? Your appearance affects your mojo?
For some reason the design mojo hits differently when I’m curly - anyone else find that? Your appearance affects your mojo?
Looking forward to getting some tips on creating smarter systems
“You gotta be systematic… hydromatic… automatic…”
But your business? Still running on guesswork?
Learn how to turn warm leads into income (without chasing).
With systems wizard Becs McNeill.
🗓️ 23 July, 2pm BST
👉 ldfreespirits.com/product/syst...
#Freelance #LearningandDevelopment
But your business? Still running on guesswork?
Learn how to turn warm leads into income (without chasing).
With systems wizard Becs McNeill.
🗓️ 23 July, 2pm BST
👉 ldfreespirits.com/product/syst...
#Freelance #LearningandDevelopment
Systemising the Superfan Cycle: Smart systems to turn interest into income - L and D Free Spirits
In this session you’ll learn how to apply smart systems and simple automations at every stage of the Superfan Cycle, so you can grow your list, follow up with confidence, and convert warm leads into…
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July 20, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Looking forward to getting some tips on creating smarter systems
This is such an amazing opportunity learningnews.com/news/ld-free...
#learningAndDevelopment #lnd #elearning #conference #wol25
#learningAndDevelopment #lnd #elearning #conference #wol25
L&D freelancers offered free promotional space at World of Learning to boost visibility and drive new business
L&D Free Spirits invites freelancers to apply for free exhibition space at October’s World of Learning event in Birmingham, to showcase their brand with no cost attached.
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July 14, 2025 at 6:27 AM
This is such an amazing opportunity learningnews.com/news/ld-free...
#learningAndDevelopment #lnd #elearning #conference #wol25
#learningAndDevelopment #lnd #elearning #conference #wol25
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Time to glow up your network?
If your feed’s full of fluff or people you don’t know — it’s time for a refresh.
Join Kim Ellis and for a free session on building a network that actually works for you.
🗓️ 22 July, 12pm
👉 thelearning-network.org/event/join-t...
#Freelance #LearningandDevelopment
If your feed’s full of fluff or people you don’t know — it’s time for a refresh.
Join Kim Ellis and for a free session on building a network that actually works for you.
🗓️ 22 July, 12pm
👉 thelearning-network.org/event/join-t...
#Freelance #LearningandDevelopment
July 10, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Time to glow up your network?
If your feed’s full of fluff or people you don’t know — it’s time for a refresh.
Join Kim Ellis and for a free session on building a network that actually works for you.
🗓️ 22 July, 12pm
👉 thelearning-network.org/event/join-t...
#Freelance #LearningandDevelopment
If your feed’s full of fluff or people you don’t know — it’s time for a refresh.
Join Kim Ellis and for a free session on building a network that actually works for you.
🗓️ 22 July, 12pm
👉 thelearning-network.org/event/join-t...
#Freelance #LearningandDevelopment
If you're a freelancer and have got questions about selling your services to clients, then come along to Challenge Hour at 2pm BST today us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: L&D Free Spirits Challenge Hour. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
Join us for an empowering Challenge Hour hosted by Kim Ellis, founder of L&D Free Spirits. Stay tuned on LinkedIn to find out who will be joining her on the panel.
This interactive session is design...
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July 9, 2025 at 7:59 AM
If you're a freelancer and have got questions about selling your services to clients, then come along to Challenge Hour at 2pm BST today us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Reposted by Kim Ellis
Who are the L&D freelancers of 2025?
They’re not newbies.
They’re not winging it.
And they’re definitely not all ex-trainers.
Insight Survey results dropping soon 👇
👉 mailchi.mp/ldfreespirit...
#Freelance #LearningandDevelopment
They’re not newbies.
They’re not winging it.
And they’re definitely not all ex-trainers.
Insight Survey results dropping soon 👇
👉 mailchi.mp/ldfreespirit...
#Freelance #LearningandDevelopment
July 6, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Who are the L&D freelancers of 2025?
They’re not newbies.
They’re not winging it.
And they’re definitely not all ex-trainers.
Insight Survey results dropping soon 👇
👉 mailchi.mp/ldfreespirit...
#Freelance #LearningandDevelopment
They’re not newbies.
They’re not winging it.
And they’re definitely not all ex-trainers.
Insight Survey results dropping soon 👇
👉 mailchi.mp/ldfreespirit...
#Freelance #LearningandDevelopment
Reposted by Kim Ellis
Posting. Following up. Hoping for the best?
There’s a better way.
Join @BecsMcNeill for a practical session on smart systems to turn interest into income — with ease and zero tech drama.
👉 ldfreespirits.com/product/syst...
#Freelance #LearningandDevelopment
There’s a better way.
Join @BecsMcNeill for a practical session on smart systems to turn interest into income — with ease and zero tech drama.
👉 ldfreespirits.com/product/syst...
#Freelance #LearningandDevelopment
July 4, 2025 at 11:03 AM
Posting. Following up. Hoping for the best?
There’s a better way.
Join @BecsMcNeill for a practical session on smart systems to turn interest into income — with ease and zero tech drama.
👉 ldfreespirits.com/product/syst...
#Freelance #LearningandDevelopment
There’s a better way.
Join @BecsMcNeill for a practical session on smart systems to turn interest into income — with ease and zero tech drama.
👉 ldfreespirits.com/product/syst...
#Freelance #LearningandDevelopment
If you thought exhibiting your business at the World of Learning Conference and Exhibition was out of reach cause you’re a freelancer….think again.
The application window opens on Monday 7 July to share the @ldfreespirits.bsky.social Free Spirits stand.
Any questions, send me a DM.
#WoL25
The application window opens on Monday 7 July to share the @ldfreespirits.bsky.social Free Spirits stand.
Any questions, send me a DM.
#WoL25
July 4, 2025 at 9:55 AM
If you thought exhibiting your business at the World of Learning Conference and Exhibition was out of reach cause you’re a freelancer….think again.
The application window opens on Monday 7 July to share the @ldfreespirits.bsky.social Free Spirits stand.
Any questions, send me a DM.
#WoL25
The application window opens on Monday 7 July to share the @ldfreespirits.bsky.social Free Spirits stand.
Any questions, send me a DM.
#WoL25
Fancy sharing the @ldfreespirits.bsky.social exhibition stand at World of Learning #WoL25 in October? www.linkedin.com/posts/ld-fre...
By eck, we don’t half love giving our members cracking opportunities… and this one’s a belter! | L&D Free Spirits
By eck, we don’t half love giving our members cracking opportunities… and this one’s a belter!
Back in February, we exhibited at the World of Learning Summit - and we didn’t do it alone.
We invited ...
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July 3, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Fancy sharing the @ldfreespirits.bsky.social exhibition stand at World of Learning #WoL25 in October? www.linkedin.com/posts/ld-fre...