

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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Dec 1, 2023 • 22min
Americans Turn to TikTok for News, AI Influencers are Here, and Instagram Expands Close Friends (What's New In Social)
Here's what's new in social media marketing for December 2023: Instagram's expanding Close Friends, TikTok is becoming a news source, and AI influencers are here.
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
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Find me here!
My courses: https://latashajames.com/courses
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Nov 24, 2023 • 24min
How to Be More Creative
Food for thought:
How can you see your work as art?
How can you challenge yourself creatively?
How can you gift yourself time for your own creative projects?
Things mentioned in this episode:
Say hi on Threads
https://www.threads.net/@thelatashajames
The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron
https://amzn.to/3QWCrru
Cyber Week offerings
https://view.flodesk.com/emails/655b9967e466a141b34552cf

Nov 17, 2023 • 25min
If I Were Becoming a Full Time Content Creator in 2024...
Here's how I'd become a content creator in 2024 (+ other content creation questions)!
Thanks to Uscreen for sponsoring today's video. Check them out here: https://www.uscreen.tv/?utm_category=marketing&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=partner&utm_campaign=latasha
FREE Intro to Freelancing Course: https://latashajames.com/free
Find me here!
My courses: https://latashajames.com/courses
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

Nov 10, 2023 • 24min
TikTok Creator Fund is Over, A/B Tests for Reels, and Are Millennials Done with Social Media?
Sharing what's new in social media marketing right now, from the TikTok Creator Fund shutting down to Instagram Reels new A/B tests! WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/9haiCPjZ1nI
Thanks sponsors:
Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: https://my.mtr.cool/astrla
FREE INTRO TO FREELANCING COURSE: https://latashajames.com/free
Join the NEW Freelance Friday Club: https://www.freelancefriday.club/
Find me here!
My courses: https://latashajames.com/courses
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

Nov 8, 2023 • 19min
How to Get Testimonials from Customers: Dos and Don'ts
How to get testimonials for your website or social media and why they're so important.
WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/nZx8djQyku4
Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year: https://share.honeybook.com/latasha
Find me here!
My courses: https://latashajames.com/courses
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

Oct 27, 2023 • 43min
Entrepreneurship and Mental Health Q&A (with therapists!)
Answering all of your entrepreneurship-related mental health questions with therapists! Get access to all of these resources and more in TheraBundle: https://therabundle.com/latasha
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/UOcFekO5eP0
*Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode
*TheraBundle offer ends on October 31, affiliate link
HUGE THANKS to all of the amazing guests in this episode!
Dr. Morgan Levy: https://www.instagram.com/monicahelvielmft
Alicia Johnson: https://www.instagram.com/letslovewell
Cheri Timko: https://www.instagram.com/synergy.couples
Monica P. Helvie: https://www.instagram.com/monicahelvielmft
Andrea Brognano: https://www.instagram.com/andreabrognano
Gabrielle Juliano-Villani: https://www.instagram.com/gjvconsulting
Sandra van der Lee: https://www.instagram.com/sandravdlee

Oct 23, 2023 • 20min
[BONUS] Why Your Business Should Start a YouTube Channel in 2024
You should start a YouTube channel for your business in 2024 and here's why!
Get access to 90+ business resources for just $100 here: https://therabundle.com/latasha (cart open till Oct. 31, 2023 ONLY!)
Attend my LIVE TheraBundle Open House if you have questions or just want to chat about my favorite resources in the bundle: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/29/07wm9h8y
*TheraBundle link is my affiliate link so I can be paid for my contribution to the bundle.
Connect with Gulce here:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MakingitinHolland
Website: https://www.videosalesmastery.com/

Oct 20, 2023 • 16min
How to Sell Like Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift, a brilliant songwriter, entertainer, and marketer, shares the importance of authenticity and unique qualities in building a loyal fan base. She surprises and delights her fans with Easter eggs and exclusive content. Taylor Swift's album Folklore had a significant impact during a challenging period by engaging the audience. Entrepreneurs can learn from her approach to communication, consistency, collaboration, and self-improvement.

Oct 13, 2023 • 25min
X Removes Link Headlines, Facebook Allows Multiple Profiles, and More OpenAI Lawsuits - What's New In Social Media Right Now?
Here's what's new in the social media marketing world right now, from X/Twitter removing link headlines to Kendall Jenner's AI bot, Billie.
WATCH this episode here: https://youtu.be/Rd3x7yc9-h4
Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring today's episode, use code LATASHA for 30 days free on any plan: https://my.mtr.cool/astrla
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Find me here!
My courses: https://latashajames.com/courses
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

Oct 6, 2023 • 33min
If you want clients, start talking to people (and other advice)
Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring today's episode. Remember to use code LATASHA try try any of their Pro plans for free, and check out their new studies below!
Instagram Study: https://metricool.com/instagram-research-study/?utm_source=latasha-podcast&utm_medium=influencers&utm_campaign=social_media_en&utm_term=q3
TikTok Study: https://metricool.com/tiktok-study/?utm_source=latasha-podcast&utm_medium=influencers&utm_campaign=social_media_en&utm_term=q3
Things mentioned in today's episode:
Work with me: https://latashajames.com/course-production
Join the Freelance Friday Club: https://latashajames.com/freelancefridayclub
International Clients episode: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelatashajames/episodes/Working-with-International-Clients-eojbsb