198: Fix the pricing mistake that makes your social media services feel replaceable

198: Fix the pricing mistake that makes your social media services feel replaceable

Author: The Two Lauras July 28, 2026 Duration: 9:45

Your pricing is probably doing you a disservice and losing you clients.

Listen to hear:

→ The one question to ask yourself before your next discovery call.

→ Why the most popular pricing models might be putting your income at risk.

→ The three places to start repositioning yourself.

→ What the social media managers who will thrive in the next 12 months are doing.

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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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