

The Freelance Friday Podcast
Latasha James
An inside look at the world of freelancing, featuring tips, tricks, and interviews with people who are doing it right.
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Sep 22, 2023 • 22min
From Social Media Manager to Creative Director with SMMA Alum Mauricio
WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/aBHUyiqaU30
Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring today's episode! Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: https://my.mtr.cool/astrla
Learn more about the Social Media Management Accelerator: https://latashajames.com/smma
Register for the next SMMA Open House: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/28/98z5pug2
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Sep 15, 2023 • 32min
How to Become a Full-Time Content Creator Step by Step
Breaking it ALL down! Here's how I've been able to make a full-time income as a content creator -- from brand deals to products, memberships to ad revenue!
WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/8T0s2Fn_n9E
Thanks to Uscreen for sponsoring today's episode. Check them out here: https://www.uscreen.tv/?utm_category=marketing&utm_medium=sponsored&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=latasha&utm_content=september23
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
Social Media Management Accelerator: https://latashajames.com/smma
Social Media Mangement Starter Kit: https://bit.ly/thesmmstarterkit
Intro to Digital Products: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/15/69z5kb4
How to Start an Email List: https://youtu.be/tqEPeA8J8nQ?si=Iq91ubQJKo7kAmca
Brand Partnerships 101: https://youtu.be/t0N2RXa25rw?si=miSwA3Wz8ybDyXEw
Publishing on Amazon: https://youtu.be/RNFe8FHa0Wg?si=wkFuoVHCurpCJwU0
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Sep 8, 2023 • 25min
How to Become a Digital Nomad with Shannon Segall
Guest Shannon Segall, a digital nomad for over three years, shares her journey after booking a one-way ticket to Bali. Topics include choosing Bali as a digital nomad destination, challenges of finding workspaces, working across time zones, and preparations for becoming a digital nomad.

Sep 1, 2023 • 24min
Threads on Desktop, OpenAI Lawsuit, and... Meghan Markle on Instagram? What's New in Social Media Marketing Right Now
Here's what's new in social media marketing for September 2023: Instagram Threads is on desktop, OpenAI faces a lawsuit, and Meghan Markle's getting back on Instagram.
Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring today's 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/iK9tzhj_pms
Check out my courses! https://latashajames.com/courses
FREE social media manager starter kit: https://bit.ly/thesmmstarterkit
Find me here!
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Instagram: http://instagram.com/thelatashajames
Twitter: http://twitter.com/thelatashajames
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Aug 18, 2023 • 27min
[Q&A] AI's Impact on Social Media Manager Jobs, How to Promise Results to Clients, Handling Criticism & more
Topics discussed include handling negative comments on social media, the impact of AI on social media managers, the value of evergreen content, camera equipment for vlogging, and the importance of innovation in a competitive market.

Aug 11, 2023 • 21min
How to Start a Business & Get Rich in 2023
Ramit Sethi shared some 'how to start a business' advice in his Netflix show, How to Get Rich and today, I'm reacting to it. This is how I'd start a business in 2023, and most importantly, how to start one that actually makes MONEY.
WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/kYfTgkQ6DGg
Join the Freelance Friday Club: https://latashajames.com/freelancefridayclub
FREE social media manager starter kit: https://bit.ly/thesmmstarterkit
Find me here!
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Instagram: http://instagram.com/thelatashajames
Twitter: http://twitter.com/thelatashajames
TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@thelatashajames

Aug 4, 2023 • 26min
What's New In Social Media Marketing? Twitter Rebrands, Threads Update, Barbie's $150 Million Budget
Here's what's new in social media marketing right now, from Twitter rebranding to X, Threads losing steam, and new features coming to YouTube.
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/Q_Juc7dURTc
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Instagram: http://instagram.com/thelatashajames
Twitter: http://twitter.com/thelatashajames
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Jul 21, 2023 • 18min
Freelancer vs. Agency: Pros and Cons
Should you run your business as a freelancer or start an agency? Sharing my pros and cons of being a freelancer and pros and cons of owning an agency here.
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/euBaZt64FkM
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Instagram: http://instagram.com/thelatashajames
Twitter: http://twitter.com/thelatashajames
TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@thelatashajames

Jul 14, 2023 • 23min
What Every GOOD Online Course Should Include
Every good course should include these 5 things. Does yours?
The Social Media Management Accelerator IS OPEN, doors close Monday: https://courses.latashajames.com/courses/smma
Thanks to Found for partnering on today's episode. Visit https://found.com/latasha or use promo code “LATASHA” to try Found today!
WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/FYM4-uOIhs4
Find me here!
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Instagram: http://instagram.com/thelatashajames
Twitter: http://twitter.com/thelatashajames
TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@thelatashajames

Jul 7, 2023 • 27min
What's New in Social Media Marketing Right Now?
Here's what's new in social media marketing right now, from Instagram's Threads to Twitter's app limits and more!
Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring today's 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/giPEioWr288
Find me here!
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/latmichjam?sub_confirmation=1
Instagram: http://instagram.com/thelatashajames
Twitter: http://twitter.com/thelatashajames
TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@thelatashajames