147: Stop Setting Social Media Goals That Don’t Work

147: Stop Setting Social Media Goals That Don’t Work

Author: The Two Lauras March 11, 2025 Duration: 17:48

Your clients have no place setting targets for you like “I want more sales”, “I want to go viral” and “I want more followers”. Firstly because you’re self employed – let’s ditch that employee mentality – but secondly because there is just so much outside of your control as a freelance social media manager. What if Instagram goes down? What if the client’s website breaks? What do you do then, if your client wants to set key performance indicators (KPIs) with you, and how can you make sure they’re happy with your performance without setting these types of goals?

In today’s episode, we’re sharing how you can get on the same page with your clients and ensure they feel confident in the work you’re carrying out for their business.

In this episode, we’re chatting about:

  • Why freelancers shouldn’t create performance-based goals with clients
  • What you can do to create focal points for your work with your clients
  • How you can using testing and data to influence your future strategies
  • Using KPIs in your own business
  • What to do if a client tries to insist on setting performance-based goals with you


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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