Facing redundancy? Fancy a change? Carve out a new career as a Social Media Manager|E254 ⋆ TechPixies

Facing redundancy? Fancy a change? Carve out a new career as a Social Media Manager|E254

If you’ve ever been redundant from a job you love, it can be both the most unsettling moment and the most liberating – especially if you’ve been in the job for a while. 

For Anna Ison, redundancy was the chance to hit reset and carve out a new, flexible career working from home. And becoming a social media manager seemed like the obvious choice. 

But what’s it like being a social media manager? And how does Anna juggle clients, craft engaging content, and help businesses thrive?

Here’s why you need to tune in 🎧

If you’ve ever wondered if social media management is for you, come and discover some top tips on why it’s such a great flexible career choice and what the job involves day-to-day. Anna also reveals her favourite networks and what content works best on each, and you’ll hear some brilliant takeaways on how to make the most of AI and ChatGPT. 🔥

Here’s what to listen out for:

[01:51] How learning social media skills benefitted Anna.

[03:07] The most common social media challenges businesses face (and how Anna solves them like a pro!).

[04:31] What content is working for businesses right now? 

[06:37] Top tips for being on camera. 

[08:39] Don’t miss learning more about Anna’s Instagram Business Masterclass. 

[13:23] Could becoming a social media manager be the career for you? 

[15:12] Should you be worried about AI and ChatGPT? 

[18:49] How to make the most of a volunteer role in social media. 

🚀 Ready to revamp your career? Tune in to get the tools, tips, and motivation to make the leap into social media management. Enjoy! ▶️▶️▶️

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Useful links and resources mentioned in this episode:

Instagram Business Masterclass

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