AAF Speaker Series: Becoming a Ghost Boss: Stories About the Freelance Afterlife

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to quit your job at the midpoint of your career and start freelancing full-time? Well, there’s a weekly podcast where two graphic designers, Eva Foussat and Danielle Salley, share their experiences of doing just that called “Ghost Boss: Stories About the Freelance Afterlife.”

Join Danielle Salley live to learn tips on effective time management, mental health improvement, and creative process enhancement for both freelance and non-freelance creatives. Curious about what to expect? Listen to “Ghost Boss: Stories About the Freelance Afterlife” on your favorite podcast app.

Danielle Salley is a freelance creative director and designer with a background in branding, advertising, and web development. Located in South Carolina, Danielle has nearly 20 years of experience working in the advertising industry. In 2023, she decided to take the leap and start her own company, Danielle Salley Creative. Her passion for advertising is seen through her dedication to the American Advertising Federation (AAF). Through this organization, she has been awarded National President of the Year (2014), Member of the Year (2016), National Governor of the Year (2020), and is a Silver Medal recipient (2021). She currently serves on the AAF National Board of Directors and the AAF Council of Governors Executive Committee. Outside of the office, Danielle enjoys playing tennis, riding her Peloton (#RideSalleyRide), and enjoying quality time with her husband, Will, and daughter, Genevieve. She is also the co-host of a new podcast called “Ghost Boss: Stories of the Freelance Afterlife.”