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The Freelance Friday Podcast

Latasha Jameslatashajames.com
An inside look at the world of freelancing, featuring tips, tricks, and interviews with people who are doing it right.
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You CAN Be a YouTuber By 2025

Thanks to Riverside for sponsoring this episode! If you want to create great videos with high-quality recording, easy editing software, and short clips for socials, all built in one place, click on the link https://creators.riverside.fm/LatashaJames and use code latashajames for 15% off your individual plan! FREE! The 2025 Podcast Monetization Blueprint: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/43/45wzqtxo Upcoming Content Creation Cohort (Authority on Autopilot): https://courses.latashajames.com/c...

Nov 08, 202417 min

What's New in Social Media Marketing Right Now? November 2024

Here's what's new on social media for November 2024, from Instagram throttling your videos to TikTok cutting moderation staff. Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: ⁠https://my.mtr.cool/astrla⁠ WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/pSFbmZWCfYs

Nov 02, 202420 min

These Productivity Hacks Helped Me Build a 6-Figure Business

This is how I "do it all". Thanks to Riverside for sponsoring this video! If you create videos with high-quality recording, easy editing software, and short clips for socials, all built in one place, click on the link https://creators.riverside.fm/LatashaJames and use code latashajames for 15% off your individual plan! (new program) LEARN MY STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS FOR PRODUCING THIS PODCAST AND BUILDING AUTHORITY: https://courses.latashajames.com/courses/authority-on-autopilot...

Oct 25, 202421 min

Let's Talk Money feat. My Accounting Team

Answering your freelance finance questions! How do taxes work? Can you write off content creation supplies? ALLLLL the questions you may have been afraid to ask are inside this juicy chat with my actual bookkeeping and accounting team. Join us for the Financial Wellness Summit: https://evolvedfinance.com/summit Learn more about Evolved Finance's services here: https://evolvedfinance.com/ WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/2P6pexRCLEc...

Oct 18, 202449 min

Your Questions Answered: New Content Goals, Getting Clients, and Growing On YouTube

Answering your questions about how to get social media management clients, how to grow on youtube, and what my future life and business plans are. If you have a second, please fill out my annual podcast listener survey and tell me what you want to see/hear more of! https://forms.gle/xiE8bfjNQcMpqtBV9 That Vegan Friend (coming soon): https://thatveganfriend.com/ WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/iCOvYCh7UGc...

Oct 11, 202425 min

What's New in Social Media Marketing Right Now? October 2024

Here's what's new in social media marketing for October 2024! Facebook has paid content creators $2b this year, Threads extends their edit window, and X updates their block feature. WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/XjSonlrHz5E Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode.Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: ⁠https://my.mtr.cool/astrla⁠

Oct 04, 202421 min

The online course bubble has burst… or has it?

Has the online course fad faded away, or is it still possible to use them for passive income in 2024 and beyond? Sharing my experience with online courses as both a seller and student in today's (audio exclusive) episode. Links Mentioned: Mint Mobile SMMA Waitlist Thinkific...

Sep 27, 202430 min

How to Grow on Instagram Right Now (According to Science)

Here's what's new on Instagram right now, and how to REALLY grow in 2024! Check out the full 2024 Instagram study here: https://metricool.com/instagram-research-study/?utm_source=latasha-podcast&utm_medium=influencers&utm_campaign=latasha-ig-study-podcast-ad-read_2024&utm_term=q3 Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: ⁠ https://my.mtr.cool/astrla⁠...

Sep 20, 202416 min

So You Want to Become a Social Media Manager?

Thanks to Riverside for sponsoring today's episode! Visit https://creators.riverside.fm/LatashaJames and use code latashajames for 15% off your individual plan! Join me inside the Social Media Management Accelerator! https://latashajames.com/smma

Sep 13, 202417 min

My 6 Month Plan to Becoming a Full-Time Content Creator

This is my step-by-step 6 month plan for anyone looking to become a full-time content creator! Thanks to ActiveCampaign for sponsoring today's episode. Try them free for 14 days here: https://www.activecampaign.com/free?_r=73K2JM5P

Sep 06, 202429 min

What's New In Social Media Marketing for September 2024?

Here's what's new in social media marketing for September 2024! Updates to Instagram Insights, LinkedIn is turning into TikTok, and more social media news. Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: ⁠https://my.mtr.cool/astrla Join the Social Media Management Accelerator: https://latashajames.com/smma⁠

Aug 30, 202427 min

My 6 Month Plan to Becoming a BOOKED OUT Social Media Manager

Here's my plan for becoming a social media manager with a full client load in 6 months or so! JOIN the Social Media Management Accelerator: https://latashajames.com/smma Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: ⁠ https://my.mtr.cool/astrla⁠ Try HoneyBook FREE for 7 days + 50% off for your first year: http://share.honeybook.com/latasha The Social Media Management Toolbox: https://courses.latashajames.com/bundles/too...

Aug 16, 202428 min

Why I Closed My Membership Group

Some real talk about why I closed my membership group, the state of online business, and how to reckon with entrepreneurial failure. Social Media Management Accelerator: https://latashajames.com/smma Work with me 1-on-1: https://latashajames.hbportal.co/public/mentorship/1-Mentoring_Program_Details

Aug 09, 202424 min

Becoming a Full Time Content Creator: What I Wish I Knew Before Starting

Here are the things I wish I knew before becoming a full-time content creator, from how to monetize to choosing a content creator niche. Thanks to Riverside for sponsoring today's episode. Use code latashajames to enjoy a 15% discount any of their paid plans: https://creators.riverside.fm/LatashaJames RSVP FOR MY FREE CONTENT CREATION WORKSHOP: ⁠https://event.webinarjam.com/register/40/xk87qtmr⁠...

Aug 02, 202423 min

What's New In Social Media Marketing Right Now? August 2024

Here's what's new in social media marketing right now, from Instagram Notes to Threads vs. politics. Today's episode is sponsored by Metricool. Download the full study here: https://metricool.com/social-media-study/?utm_source=latasha-podcast&utm_medium=influencers&utm_campaign=latasha-social-media-study-ad-read_2024&utm_term=q2 Make sure to register for a FREE Metricool account today. Use Code LATASHA to try any Premium plan free for 30 days: https://my.mtr.cool/astrla⁠...

Jul 30, 202423 min

7 Ways to Get Clients WITHOUT Social Media

Social media isn't everything. Here are 7 ways I've found freelance clients WITHOUT social media marketing. Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: ⁠ https://my.mtr.cool/astrla⁠ Mentioned:Polly Clover's article: https://www.pollycloverwrites.com/blog/marketing-without-social-media...

Jul 19, 202418 min

Stuck When It Comes to Content Creation? This Might Help.

If you're stuck with ideas or confidence when it comes to content creation, Show Your Work by Austin Kleon might help. Sharing my biggest takeaways! 🎥 WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/TsrZn9-92F4 ➡️ VIDEO CREATION WORKSHOP: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/40/xk87qtmr 📖 Show Your Work: https://amzn.to/3WgfB1Q

Jul 12, 202426 min

The State of Short-Form Video in 2024

Are Instagram Reels still worth it? Which platform should you post short-form video content to? What days and times should you post on social media? Going through an interesting report to answer all that and more! ➡️ WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/txh56Bo0LFA ➡️ FREE CONTENT WORKSHOP WITH ME! RSVP REQUIRED: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/40/xk87qtmr Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring the Freelance Friday Podcast. Download the full study and make sure to register for a FREE Metr...

Jul 05, 202418 min

What's New In Social: TikTok Launches an Instagram Competitor and Threads Enters the Fediverse

Here's what's new in social media marketing right now, from Threads releasing their API to TikTok creating an Instagram rival called Whee. WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/7yWThUzXhwk Today's episode is sponsored by Metricool. Download the full study on the Metricool blog from the link in the description and make sure to register for a FREE Metricool account today. Use Code LATASHA to try any Premium plan free for 30 days. https://metricool.com/social-media-study/?utm_source=latasha-pod...

Jun 28, 202429 min

Q&A: Creating a Social Media Management Offer, On-Site Content Creation Days, & More

Happy Freelance Friday! Answering your social media management, content creation, and freelancing questions from how to create a social media management package to how to organize an on-site content creation day and more. WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/JpHtIAqQZ_4 Mentioned: https://evolvedfinance.com/audio-course/ 0:00 - Hello 0:37 - Content creation questions 9:14 - Social media management questions 18:01 - Freelancing/entrepreneurship questions...

Jun 21, 202427 min

The Secret to Consistent Content Creation

My honest secret to consistent content creation is to stop making excuses about creating. We can always have better equipment, more confidence, or a prettier face, but sometimes you've just gotta show up. WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/vdmQp6jJjp8 Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring today's video! Get 30 days free on any of their Premium plans using code LATASHA and this link: https://metricool.com/?utm_source=latasha-podcast&utm_medium=influencers&utm_campaign=latasha-podcast-...

Jun 14, 202418 min

What's New In Social Media Marketing Right Now? June 2024

Here's what's new in social media marketing right now for June 2024, from more Instagram feature updates to Threads changing to a tweetdeck style home feed. Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring today's episode! Use code LATASHA for 30 days free on any PREMIUM plan. https://metricool.com/?utm_source=latasha-podcast&utm_medium=influencers&utm_campaign=latasha-podcast-ad-read-newfeatures_2024&utm_term=q2 Interview with Michelle J. Raymond: https://youtu.be/eETmwJF0JPg?si=UIQEiRnynsRx4pNI ...

May 31, 202432 min

My Favorite FREE Social Media Schedulers, Ranked

Comparing five of the most popular FREE social media scheduling tools and sharing my favorites! From Meta Business Suite to Tailwind, Planable to Metricool, I'm sharing the pros and cons of each social media tool and which one comes out on top. WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/IpBF0mS4iTU Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring today's episode! Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: https://metricool.com/?utm_source=latasha-podcast&utm_medium=influencer...

May 24, 202418 min

Getting Your First Social Media Client, Niching Down, and Hiring a Team

Chatting with one of my students about his first year as a social media manager. We talk about how to get your first client, what's working on social media right now, choosing a niche, and so much more. Say hi to Ben Oliveto here! https://www.instagram.com/blinkslow_marketing/ Join the Social Media Management Accelerator: https://latashajames.com/smma Attend the SMMA Open House on 5/21/24: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/39/69z5kb54 Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring today's episode! Check...

May 17, 202434 min

5 Things I Learned About Earning More as a Content Creator This Week

Sharing five game-changing pieces of content creation advice I learned from top-earning content creators at the Content Entrepreneur Expo this week! WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/H-vrgY9K2NU Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: ⁠ https://my.mtr.cool/astrla⁠ Join the Social Media Management Accelerator: https://latashajames.com/smma All my links: lat ashajames.com/links...

May 10, 202425 min

What's Actually Working on Instagram Right Now? May 2024 Updates!

Instagram released a ton of updates for spring 2024 -- let's chat about Meta AI, Threads bonuses, and what's actually working on Instagram right now.Social Media Management Accelerator is enrolling for May! https://latashajames.com/smma All of my links: https://latashajames.com/links...

May 06, 202417 min

TikTok Ban Explained: What Social Media Pros Should Know

The TikTok ban has officially been signed into law. Here's everything social media managers and content creators need to know, including timing of the TikTok ban, how to pivot your audience, communicate with clients about it. The TikTok ban has officially been signed into law. Here's everything social media managers and content creators need to know, including timing of the TikTok ban, how to pivot your audience, communicate with clients about it. Links Mentioned: Email Is for Everyone Waitlist ...

Apr 26, 202421 min

Social Media Manager Q&A | How I'd Become a Social Media Manager in 2024 and more

SMMA Open House on 4-24-24: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/36/r9qx4bvm Learn more about the Social Media Management Accelerator: https://latashajames.com/smma Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: ⁠ https://my.mtr.cool/astrla⁠ Other resources mentioned: HoneyBook - get 50% off your first year What Social Media Managers Need to Make it in 2024 "The Gap" My social media and more: https://latashajames.com/li...

Apr 19, 202430 min

Solopreneur vs. Entrepreneur: Pros, Cons, and My Journey

Here are the pros and cons of hiring a team vs. working as a solopreneur, based on my experience being a freelance social media manager, having a team of 7, and being a solo content creator. After reading Paul Jarvis' "Company of One", I thought we should discuss! Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode.Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: ⁠ https://my.mtr.cool/astrla⁠ Books Mentioned- Company of One: https://amzn.to/49x1pVt A Tribe Called Bliss: http...

Apr 12, 202428 min
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