I love what I do and it takes a lot for me to turn a client away. But over the last few years, I’ve learned some valuable (and sometimes tough) lessons. So these days, I’m setting clearer expectations, especially when it comes to clients looking for a Social Media Manager.
Tag: Marketing
What Skills Do You Need As A Social Media Manager?
Many years ago, when I was contemplating which subjects to take for my GCSEs, social media wasn’t even a thing. I had zero aspirations to become a Social Media Manager (SMM). How could I when they didn’t even exist? Social media as we know it today, didn’t start to emerge until…
What Does a Social Media Manager Actually Do?
If I had £1 for every time someone asked me what a Social Media Manager (SMM) does, I’d be rich. While friends and family not getting it is expected, even prospective clients often ask me during discovery calls: ‘What does a Social Media Manager actually do?’
The Downside To Being Freelance
Earlier this month, I wrote a blog post called ‘The Highs of Being a Freelancer‘. As promised, I’m back with another blog post, and this time, I’m aiming to balance out the highs with the things that are slightly less enjoyable about freelance life. I mulled over the title of this post for ages. Should…
My Top #5 Apps for Newbie Freelance Writers
Earlier this year, I snowballed into the world of writing. As much as I knew I wanted to chase a career as a freelance writer, I was starting everything from scratch. Up until that point, I’d spent most of my adult life working in sports governance. I had a massive network in football, but I…