#284 What Nobody Tells You About Being an Ads Manager Right Now with Megan Shields

#284 What Nobody Tells You About Being an Ads Manager Right Now with Megan Shields

Author: Emily Reagan | Digital Marketing Mentor, Speaker August 25, 2026 Duration: 38:19

Why the ads management space has become commoditized, what's actually required to run ads well in 2026 (hint: it's not just button-pushing anymore), and how to know when a client isn't ready for the work you're offering.

Ads Manager & Revenue Growth Strategist Megan Shields (@chimehousemedia) has spent six years in the online business space running multi-six-figure ad campaigns, including work supporting Amy Porterfield's team through DCA. With a background in sales and business development at a Fortune 50 financial firm, she's now bridging the gap between ads management and full marketing strategy.

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Emily Reagan brings her experience as a digital marketing mentor and speaker directly into your headphones with The Marketing Freelancer: Unicorns Unite. This isn't about vague inspiration; it's a practical dialogue for those navigating the specific challenges of running a solo marketing business. Each episode digs into the real work of positioning your services, attracting clients who value your expertise, and establishing pricing that reflects the true impact of your work. You'll hear conversations focused on moving beyond the feast-or-famine cycle to create a sustainable, profitable practice. Emily operates from the belief that every skilled freelancer possesses a unique set of talents-their "unicorn" qualities-that form the foundation of a standout business. The discussions in this podcast are designed to help you identify and leverage those strengths with confidence. Whether the topic is refining a niche, improving client conversations, or streamlining operations, the aim is actionable insight. Tuning in means joining a community focused on elevating the craft of freelance marketing, not just as a side hustle, but as a primary, rewarding career. If you're building a business in marketing, entrepreneurship, or creative services, this series offers a direct line to strategies and mindsets that can help shape your path forward.
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