Hashtag Managed

Kim Watson on When Girl Bossing Goes Too Far, High-Pressure Careers & Work-Life Balance - Part One

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by Kim Watson! Kim has built a distinguished career in marketing and design, specializing in brand identity, collateral, opera...

Sam Schmidt on Being Confident in Your Content, Personal Branding & Authenticity - Part Two

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to part two of Sam Schmidt on Being Confident in Your Content, Personal Branding & Authenticity. We dive back into our conversation w...

Sam Schmidt on Being Confident in Your Content, Personal Branding & Authenticity - Part One

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Hashtag Managed, we have Sam Schmidt of Sam Schmidt Social! Sam is a social media agency owner, who didn't really grow up around a lo...

Heather Kerrison on Founder-Led Marketing, Personal Brands & UGC Opportunities - Part Two

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to another episode of Hashtag Managed, we’re about to dive back into our conversation with Heather Kerrison of Wild Media Co - in case ...

Heather Kerrison on Founder-Led Marketing, Personal Brands & UGC Opportunities - Part One

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of Hashtag Managed, we have a special guest, Heather! Over 8 years ago she started an Instagram page for her sister’s corgi, ...

Amanda Snow on Being a Mompreneur, Micro-Influencing, and Tapping into Your Chamber of Commerce - Part Two

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive into part two of our conversation with Amanda, who shares her journey as a mompreneur, her experience growing on TikTok, and ...

Amanda Snow on Being a Mompreneur, Micro-Influencing, and Tapping into Your Chamber of Commerce - Part One

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this very special episode of Hashtag Managed, Amanda Snow joins us! Amanda is a former educator turned self-made social media marketer and micro-in...

Big Game Commercials & The Battle Between Soda Alternative Companies - Part Two

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s R.E.P.O.R.T. is packed — Maddie shares her thoughts on A Not So Meet Cute, Girl Scout cookie season, Swig drinks, and why you should d...

Big Game Commercials & The Battle Between Soda Alternative Companies - Part One

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The big game isn’t just about football — it’s the biggest night in advertising! In this episode, we break down everything from the first ad, to ...

Why an Audience Isn’t the Same as a Community - Part Two

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of Hashtag Managed, we break down the BIG difference between an audience and a community. Spoiler: One watches, while the o...

Why an Audience Isn’t the Same as a Community - Part One

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week'sR.E.P.O.R.T. is covering everything fromHarry Potter to budgeting apps and self-care must-haves. Join us at theWatercooler on why 2025r...

Sensory Marketing: How to Make Success Look, Feel & Smell Amazing

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jess and Maddie are kicking off the episode with some fun weekend chatter and bold Super Bowl predictions. Who’s snagging the first commercial spot?...

How to Sync Your Cycle to Your Social Media Business - Part Two

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Hashtag Managed, Maddie takes us on a personal journey into cycle syncing and how it’s transformed her approach to productivity a...

How to Sync Your Cycle to Your Social Media Business - Part One

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Hashtag Managed! This week, Jess and Maddie kick off with their weekend thoughts and dive into their weekly R.E.P.O.R.T.'s, sharin...

115. The "B" Word in Business: How to Avoid Burnout in the New Year

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, even with the "fresh start" of the New Year, burnout is still possible! On this week's episode of Hashtag Managed, Jess and Maddie dive into thei...

114. Healthy Habits for Social Media Managers

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How is 2025 going so far for us? Spoiler alert: There have been some bumps in the [client] road. Let's talk about how to set new habits as a social me...

113. Cut to the Chase: Our 2025 Marketing Predictions

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What trends do we expect to see in 2025? Tune into this episode of Hashtag Managed Marketing Predictions you can't miss! Topics: Leaning into found...

112. Hashtag Managed Wrapped Part 2: 2025 Goals

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What are our goals going into the new year? Hear our professional and personal goals for this new year. Plus, a few submissions from our community on ...

111. Hashtag Managed Wrapped Part 1: 2024 Wins & Lessons

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A look into our podcast analytics for 2024, and everything we are learning and celebrating from them! Topics: What is the best kind of Christmas co...

110. How We Planned a Friendsgiving & Holiday-Themed Content Day

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From location and props to content — in this episode, we’re sharing how we planned our Friendsgiving and Friendsmas content shoot. Find all the in...

109. The Evolution of Social Media

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you know what the first social media platform was? How about what Snapchat originally was called? We are discussing social media then & now o...

108. Our 2025 Mood Board: Goals, Dreams, and Big Plans

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are sharing our personal, podcast, and business goals going into 2025, come manifest with us! Plus, we may or may not be talking about Target Chris...

107. Hashtag Managed Favorite Things: Beauty, Office, Wellness Products We Can't Get Enough Of

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we’re sharing our ultimate favorites—from beauty must-haves to office essentials and home items that keep us going. These are the...

106. Why Did They Take That Away?! Social Media Features We’d Bring Back

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever miss circa 2016 Instagram? There are so many features that have been added to Instagram AND so many that have been taken away since then. ...

105. Marketing Friendsgiving: What Trader Joe’s Can Teach Us About Seasonal Branding

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Pull up a chair because this week we are breaking down Trader Joe's seasonal branding and marketing strategies that make them the holiday go-to.Topics...

104. Black Friday & Holiday Marketing Campaigns

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode, we are saying goodbye to all things Halloween and channeling our holiday spirit, as we start discussing holiday marketing. Fin...

103. Social Media Manager Scaries

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Since it's Halloween week, let's gather around and tell some scary social media management client stories!Connect with the Hashtag Managed CommunityJo...

102. How to Market a Franchise Location on Social Media

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We’re spilling the tea on how to market a franchise location on social media. From defining franchise marketing, to the pros & cons - and every ...

101. Heard Around the Watercooler: Advice for SMMs in Every Industry

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We've spilled so much in our water cooler segment. We have talked about everything from dealing with narcissistic clients to content ideas for differe...

100. The Hashtag Managed Awards: The Award Goes To...

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrate 100 EPISODES of Hashtag Managed with us! We are announcing the official winners of the first-ever, Hashtag Managed awards and you are not go...

99. Hashtag Managed Wrapped! Looking Back at 100 Episodes

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are counting down the days to the 100th episode of Hashtag Managed by reflecting on the past 99 episodes and the stats that go along with them. Cel...

98. Luxury Marketing: Defining, Branding, and Strategizing

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of Hashtag Managed, we are discussing all the strategies behind marketing a luxury brand — from branding to marketing strateg...

97. The Hashtag Managed Awards: Nominating Our Favorite Accounts

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Hashtag Managed, Jessica and Madeleine are joined by our podcast producer, Harmony, as they discuss the best of the best social media acc...

96. How Two SMM's Would Re-Write Emily in Paris

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Part two of Emily in Paris is coming out THIS week, Jessica and Madeleine decided to share their insights on what this show gets right and wrong about...

95. Election Year, Politics, and How to Manage it as a Social Media Manager

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's almost election time, so Jessica and Madeleine are sharing their top tips for navigating politics as a social media manager; plus, there might be...

94. Networking Your Way to a Seat at the Table

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of the Hashtag Managed podcast, Jessica and Madeleine discuss their weekly R.E.P.O.R.T.s, broadcast channels, and networking!Co...

93. Signed, Sealed, Polished: Mastering Email Etiquette

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Jessica and Madeleine this week on Hashtag Managed as they discuss all their top tips for email etiquette in business.Connect with the Hashtag Ma...

92. Checking In On Our 2024 Predictions

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of the Hashtag Managed podcast, Madeleine and Jessica share their R.E.P.O.R.T., insights on social media engagement, and are ch...

91. Should Your Social Media Manager Be the Face of the Account?

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of Hashtag Managed, we discuss entering our influencer era, who should be the face of your brand on socials, and...should ketch...

90. From No to Thank You, Next: Handling Rejection as a Business Owner

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week of Hashtag Managed, Jessica and Madeleine are discussing everything from how to create an email newsletter, to the Lilly Pulitzer rebrand...

89. The Sticky Marketing

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the week's episode of Hashtag Managed, Jessica and Madeleine are covering what they are reading, eating, playing, obsessing over, and treating them...

88. Summer Olympic Games

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of Hashtag Managed, we discussed our weekly R.E.P.O.R.T.'s, master resell rights, brat summer, children influencers, and the Su...

87. Social Media Icks

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of Hashtag Managed, we discuss confidence in video marketing, faceless Instagram accounts, Poppi Cosmetics x Olivia the Intern,...

86. Hot Take: Instagram Aesthetics Still Matter

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of Hashtag Managed, Madeleine discusses the importance of aesthetics on Instagram and why prioritizing the look and feel of you...

85. Managing Mental Health > Managing Social Media Accounts

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of Hashtag Managed, Madeleine shares her top tips about how to prioritize your mental health when it comes to your relationship...

84. Wait...Engagement Pods Are Still A Thing?

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to another episode of Hashtag Managed. This week, we are discussing engagement pods and why you should cultivate authentic engagement on ...

83. Thirty and Thriving: 30 Life Lessons for Maddie's 30th!

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Madeleine on a solo episode this week, where she discusses 30 life lessons she would tell her 20-something self.Connect with the Hashtag Managed ...

82. Detox Girl Summer

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of the Hashtag Managed podcast, we discuss taking a break with social media and navigating social media detoxes.Connect with th...

81. Internships (Paid vs. Unpaid)

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of the Hashtag Managed podcast, we're talking about whether or not you should do work for an interview and paid vs unpaid inter...

80. Meta's Buy Your Blue Check Program

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of the Hashtag Managed podcast, we're talking about imposter syndrome, TikTok's new collaboration feature, Bumble's rebrand bac...

79. Rebranding: From IG Grids to Color Psychology

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of the Hashtag Managed podcast, we're talking about starting Instagram and TikTok accounts from scratch, social listening, new ...

78. Executing Brand Collabs as a Small Business

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of the Hashtag Managed podcast, we're talking about what to do when you're experiencing low engagement, changes to how Instagra...

77. Let's Talk About The F Word... Being Fired

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of the Hashtag Managed podcast, we're talking about LinkedIn marketing, how brands marketed TTPD, and being FIRED.Connect with ...

76. The Tortured SMMs Department

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of the Hashtag Managed podcast, we're talking about finding clients, Coachella, and Taylor Swift's genius marketing.Connect wit...

75. Charleston Recap: We Met IRL!

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Hashtag Managed, we're IRL together in Charleston, SC. Tune in to find out why ;)Connect with the Hashtag Managed CommunityJ...

74. Marketing to Different Target Audiences

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Hashtag Managed, we're chatting about April Fools jokes, Skims campaigns, and how to market to different target audiences.Co...

73. The AM/PM Routines of Social Media

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Hashtag Managed, we're talking about the AM and PM routines of social media managers, what’s on our feed, and current soci...

72. The TikTok Ban

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Hashtag Managed, we're talking about the possibilities of the TikTok ban! Connect with the Hashtag Managed Community Join ...

71. We're Bringing Back Pinterest

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Hashtag Managed, we're bringing back Pinterest - ok, ok... it never left, but we're bringing it back as a top social media p...

70. What Really Happened When Facebook & Instagram Were Down

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Hashtag Managed, we're talking about what really happened during the Facebook and Instagram glitch from last week, how to ha...

69. Social Media Giveaways

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Hashtag Managed, we're talking about the good, the bad, and the great when it comes to social media giveaways. Connect with...

68. The Cocktail Party Effect on Social Media

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Hashtag Managed, we're discussing the Cocktail Party Effect, The Taylor Swift Rule, and Personalization Psychology. Connect with the Has...

67. The Ads That Broke The Internet

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Hashtag Managed, we're discussing our favorite Super Bowl Ads. Connect with the Hashtag Managed Community Follow the pod's Instagram: h...

66. The Best Time to Post on TikTok... But Wait, Where Did the Music Go?!

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Hashtag Managed, we're discussing the BEST time to post on TikTok... and where all of the music on TikTok went with the Universal Music G...

65. Marketing the Big Game and Viral Memes

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we dive into marketing during the Big Game and explore the do's and don'ts that can make or break your campaign.  From avoidi...

64. This is the Best Time to Post on Instagram in 2024?!

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is the best time to pst on Instagram in 2024?! In this week’s episode, we talk about Later’s data on the best time to post on Instagram… a...

63. On Mondays We Podcast

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk Mental Health x Social Media. We'll talk about screentime, the desire to post excessively, the importance of breaks, and the strategy of m...

62. Are Hashtags... Dead?

15 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we're answering a hot question... "are hashtags dead?!" We're diving into: Whether or not you should put hashtags in first comment...

61. What 2024 Will Look Like on Social Media

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to 2024... a new year means a brand new approach to social media. In this week's episode, we're diving into our trend predictions of 2024: ✨...

59. AI-Powered Video Editing for Social Media

25 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you struggle to edit your longform video content into clips for social media? Wondering how you can use Chat GPT to help you create content? Today...

58. Brittany Winfield on How to Make Canva Work for You

18 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you love Canva as much as we do? In this episode, we're re-airing an Instagram live that we did with Brittany from @thewinfieldcreative. We talked...

57. Building More Relationships to Find Your Next Client

11 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you building enough relationships as a business owner? This week we're re-airing Episode 31 on the podcast to help you find your next client. Rel...

56. How to Start Your Social Media Management Business

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to start your social media management business? In this encore replay of our live webinar, Business Class, we're sharing... How to crea...

55. How to Start a Podcast: The 8 Steps We Took From Idea to Launch

27 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re talking about the eight steps that we took from idea to launch for starting your own podcast. In a world that is dominated by shor...

54. One Year of Hashtag Managed: What We've Learned

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're looking back on one year of Hashtag Managed! Here's a fun fact: 90% of podcasts don't make it past episode 3, and 90% of the remaining quit aft...

53. Best Of Hashtag Managed: Hear From 9 Experts on Their Advice to Entrepreneurs - Part Two

13 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for part two from the best of our guest experts over the past year! We’re celebrating ONE YEAR of Hashtag Managed for the entire month of...

52. Best Of Hashtag Managed: Hear From 9 Experts on Their Advice to Entrepreneurs - Part One

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hi everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Hashtag Managed. This week is a very very very special episode because it’s episode 52. We’re cel...

51. Black Friday Social Selling Machine

30 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

'Tis the season to shine, and with an encore replay of our Black Friday Social Selling Machine masterclass, you'll have all the tools you need to make...

50. Hayley Trejo on Being on Team Social Savvy to Starting Her Social Media Management Company

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From Team Social Savvy, to corporate PR, to launching an agency. In this episode, we have the amazing Hayley Trejo, a Nashville-based social media ma...

49. Carly Kerndt on Scaling from a VA to a Full-Service Digital Marketing Agency

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Meet Carly, CEO of Flydog Digital, who turned adversity into opportunity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Carly's story begins with her transition from b...

48. Amber Barrett on Systems & Processes That Transform Your Business Into a Well-Oiled Machine

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have a CRM? In this episode, we're delving deep into the world of CRMs (Client Relationship Management) with our guest, Amber Barrett from Arr...

47. Stephanie Long on Keywords, SEO, and Ranking Higher On Google

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of SEO (Search Engine Optimization) with an incredible guest, Stephanie Long. With over a decade of...

46. Kinsey Streib on How We Can Integrate AI Into Our Content Creation Process

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

AI might be the biggest buzzword in digital marketing right now. This week, Kinsey Streib from Feel Good Social and Authentic AI Podcast joins us to ...

45. Julia Kathleen on Pinterest and Business Partnerships With Your Best Friend

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

BFF + Biz = Magic in the making! Hear from Julia Kathleen, as she navigates the world of Pinterest and dishes out some game-changing insights on turn...

44. Michelle Puccinelli on Outsourcing Your Marketing Department and Hiring Freelancers

11 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Can other careers prepare you for entrepreneurship? Starting as an entry-level social media manager, Michelle taught herself the ins and outs of digi...

43. How to Create Content for Clients in ANY Industry

04 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You just landed a new social media client... YAY! That is something to celebrate, but you are wondering how are you actually going to create content ...

42. Why You Need Brand Photography + The WorkPlay Method

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When should you hire a brand photographer (and do you even need too)?! Hiring a photographer is such a great investment for your business! You will h...

41. New to Social Media Management? Here's What You Should Focus on

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

One question that we always get is "What do I focus on if I’m new? How do I build trust with people so they want to work with me? Do I have to “fa...

40. The Tools + Templates You Need as a Social Media Manager

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re talking about the best tools, resources, and templates that you need as a social media manager. If you are a social media manager l...

39. What to Do When Business is in a Slower Season

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you are seeing a decline or pause in your business, don’t panic! This isn’t the time to step away from it entirely. Instead, use your newfound...

38. Katie Fairweather on Mastering Client Account Management To Increase Retention

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode, we have a special guest, Katie Fairweather, Agency Director at DOT & Company, who is here to share about mastering client ...

37. Maddie Digan on Threads, Overcoming Burnout, and Niching to Beauty Brands

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Can you pivot into a target audience that you are passionate about as a SMM? Yes, you can. This week, we're joined by Maddie Digan who discusses her ...

36. Randi Halaway on Living a Heart-Centered Life as an Entrepreneur

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by Randi Halaway, a soul and business coach. Randi shares her journey as a salon owner, the challenges she faced, and the fear...

35. Alysa Gumto on Interning, Choosing a Career in Social Media Management, and Starting a Podcast

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From intern to full-time employee, Alysa Gumto was been in her social media management role for quite some time. Alysa shares with us her journey of ...

34. The Social Media Dictionary: Terms & Definitions to Know Before Managing a Social Media Account

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re talking about the necessary terms and definitions to know before managing a social media account or becoming a social media freelanc...

33. Brittany Verlenich on Personal Branding, Finding Clients, and Pivoting to Social Media Management

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you transitioning into social media management from another industry? This week, we're joined by Brittany Verlenich, a former teacher-turned soci...

32. The Four Processes for Managing Client Social Media Accounts

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

31. Where to Find Your Next Client as a Social Media Manager

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you building enough relationships as a business owner? Relationship marketing is creating meaningful connections with your clients or customers. ...

30. Why You Should Stop Looking at Your Competitors Pricing as a Social Media Manager

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you are a new social media manager, or maybe you’re offering a new service - when it comes to pricing your work… DON'T look at your competitors...

29. How to Offboard a Social Media Management Client

29 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about how a successful onboarding process alllllll the time, but we don't want to leave out offboarding either! Offboarding a client effectiv...