109: Taking Time Off this Summer as a Social Media Manager: Part 1 - Content Planning and Getting Ahead

109: Taking Time Off this Summer as a Social Media Manager: Part 1 - Content Planning and Getting Ahead

Author: The Two Lauras May 21, 2024 Duration: 23:34

Summer is almost here (we think!) and it’s time to start thinking about when you’re going to want time off over the next few months. Whether you’re picturing a week on a sun lounger or just the ability to step back a bit over the school holidays, the time to be getting prepared and ahead is now! This episode is the first of a two-parter diving into our tips for time off over the summer (or any time of year, really) and today we’re covering all things content planning and getting your schedulers nice and full in advance. So if you’re ready for your clients to feel happy and looked after knowing that everything is sorted so you can swan off into the sunset, daiquiri in hand, get your headphones ready for today’s episode.

In this episode, we’re chatting about:

  • What you can start doing today so you’ll be ahead of the game come summertime
  • Discussing with your clients what you need from them and what content you can be putting out
  • Watching what you’re posting on your own social media so clients aren’t worried
  • Why templates and outsourcing will make your life just that little bit easier


Check out the full show notes here!


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Navigating the freelance world as a social media manager comes with unique challenges and opportunities, and JFDI with The Two Lauras is built specifically for that journey. Hosted by The Two Lauras, this podcast dives into the real, unfiltered experience of building a sustainable business in the social media sector. Each episode feels like a candid conversation with colleagues who have been there, offering practical advice drawn from their own successes and stumbles. You’ll hear them break down current marketing trends not as distant concepts, but as actionable strategies you can adapt for your own clients. They openly share how they structure their operations, manage client relationships, and tackle the constant push to grow, all with a focus on cutting through the noise to what actually works. This isn't about theory; it's about the tangible steps you can take to strengthen your freelance foundation. Tuning into this podcast provides both a roadmap and a sense of community, reminding you that the questions on your mind are likely the same ones being discussed in real time. For those looking to move beyond inspiration and into implementation, The Two Lauras offer a grounded, honest perspective that makes the complex feel achievable.
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