Freelance Friday

Wondering how to price your freelance services? Explaining the different freelance pricing models, from retainers to hourly rates to projects. Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: https://metricool.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20250523_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content...

Here are a few mindset shifts that changed my life, courtesy of my nearly 34 years on Earth. BIRTHDAY SALE! 34% off anything with code HAPPYBDAY: https://courses.latashajames.com/ (sale ends May 21, 2025)

These are the social media marketing niches I'd try to tap into if I were a new social media manager in 2025! [NEW!!!] FREE social media manager portfolio challenge: https://brave-hall-727.myflodesk.com/l3swntsn1m Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: https://metricool.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=in...

Now might not be the time to quit your job or main revenue generator, but you might want to get creative and start a side hustle. Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: ⁠ https://metricool.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20250502_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content=audio&...

The social media management world is changing. Here's my advice for social media mangers in 2025! FREE Social Media Manager Portfolio Challenge: https://brave-hall-727.myflodesk.com/l3swntsn1m Learn more about the Social Media Management Accelerator: https://latashajames.com/smma

If you want to grow your business on social media, you really should be on LinkedIn! Sharing the best LinkedIn tips and strategies via a new Metricool report. Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring today's episode. Check out the full LinkedIn study here: https://metricool.com/linkedin-trends-study/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20250411_latasha-james_2025-linkedin-s...

Talking about how to prioritize mental health and take time off while running a business. Resources mentioned - Try HoneyBook FREE for 7 days + 30% off for your first year:  http://share.honeybook.com/latasha   Open a high-yield Online Savings Account and earn a Cash Bonus: https://www.marcus.com/share/LAT-N88-643E Affordable mental health care (I am not affiliated with them in any way — they are...

Is there still room for educational content on Instagram? Do people care about vlogs on YouTube? Let's talk about your social media strategy and how to balance educational and entertaining content! FREE YOUTUBE COURSE: https://courses.latashajames.com/courses/the-art-of-the-vlog

Sharing 10 social media and marketing ideas local businesses can use to get more customers in the door and book more clients! Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link:  https://metricool.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20250314_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content=audio&utm_t...

Let's talk about how to become a full-time content creator in 2025, even if you don't have a ton of followers yet! FREE TRAINING - How to Land Paid Brand Deals: https://sidewalkerdaily.lpages.co/how-to-land-paid-brand-deals-latasha-james/ Join the Video Creator Collective: https://www.latashajames.com/video-creator-collective

Wondering how to ACTUALLY grow on social media in 2025? Let's look at some new social media marketing data! Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Download the full study here: https://metricool.com/social-media-study/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20250224_latasha-james_social-media-study-podcast-example_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q1 Get 30...

Answering your questions about social media management, getting brand deals, and freelance lifestyle! Have a question for a future social media manager Q&A? Be sure to ask in the comments :) FREE social media manager starter kit: https://bit.ly/thesmmstarterkit MENTIONED: Free Training! How to Land Paid Brand Deals https://sidewalkerdaily.lpages.co/how-to-land-paid-brand-deals-latasha-james/ V...

Teaching you the steps I took to grow my podcast! Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Check out their new social media study here:⁠ https://metricool.com/social-media-study/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20250207_latasha-james_social-media-study-podcast-read_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q1 Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASH...

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...

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