Freelance Friday

Social media marketing is changing FAST -- let's talk about what's new. From a 14 hour TikTok ban to Meta's community notes, I'll share my thoughts on where the industry is headed. 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 Links: My Substack https://wordsarehard.sub...

Let's talk about how to make money as a UGC creator with Social Media Management Accelerator alum Valeria Desousa of The Social Sea! Join the Social Media Management Accelerator: https://latashajames.com/smma WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/y4ouj252zO4   All Valeria's Links ⬇️ LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/valeriedesousa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myclaraoceans/ Ema...

Sharing my advice for making your social media clients happy in 2025. WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/H032tjzl0rs 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 ⁠  FREE CLASS - learn how to book more social media management clients in 2025: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/49/ywq3...

Sharing what YouTube paid me in 2024 and how I plan to increase my content creator income in 2025. FREE CLASS - The 2025 Content Creation Blueprint: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/45/nv9r6i7q Join my video creation accountability group: https://latashajames.com/video-creator-collective

Sharing an easy way to set and achieve BIG business goals in 2025 using the 12 Week Year framework. WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/XTNXEWrK9sc 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 ⁠  READ THE BOOK - THE 12 WEEK YEAR: https://amzn.to/4gPe6PA Other resources: YOU'RE INVITED! 2...

Repurposing content is not only for long-form to short-form content. You can also repurpose TikToks to make them live longer in case of a TikTok ban! 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 ⁠  Check out for a special episode about the TikTok ban coming out on Monday: https://open.spotify...

Breaking down my 7 freelance revenue streams and some overall trends I've observed this year in the online business space. VISION BOARDING WORKSHOP: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/44/vq0xouv5 WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/ob3wKm3GUuQ

These are my social media marketing predictions for 2025, from the TikTok ban to an increase in long-form content. WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/2u9RhjKe9Sg Say hello! YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@thelatashajames⁠ Threads: ⁠https://www.threads.net/@thelatashajames⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://instagram.com/thelatashajames⁠ Web: ⁠http://socialmediamanagementtoolbox.com/

Sharing all the tools and equipment you need to become a successful content creator! Shop all of my equipment here: https://amzn.to/3petu2v 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/FXPL2ddI3rI

Here's how to grow on TikTok in 2025, according to new data from Metricool. WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/ZyJsH9X0MXY Download the full report for free: https://metricool.com/tiktok-study/?utm_source=latasha-podcast&utm_medium=influencers&utm_campaign=latasha-tiktok-study-podcast-ad-read_2024&utm_term=q3 Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on a...

Explaining evergreen content and how social media managers can use it in their content calendars! 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/vGIAFD3Nxas Say hello! YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@thelatashajames⁠ Threads: ⁠https://www.threads.net...

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/43/45...

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

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 BUIL...

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 thi...

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://you...

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

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

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 L...

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

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  

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 

These are the three questions I ask before creating a social media for ANY brand. 5-Step Social Media Strategy Checklist: https://brave-hall-727.myflodesk.com/jifs8q5o31

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://shar...

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