How to price yourself as a social media manager

o, I get this question like, all the time: "How much should I charge when I am just starting as a social media manager?" And oh boy, isn't that the million-dollar question?

Let's be real, setting your rates is kinda like a juggling act. It's not just about how fab you are at what you do (which I'm sure is super fab!), but also about who your clients are, what they're selling, their target audience, and a whole bunch of other stuff. 🤹♀️🌟

Now, here's a little golden nugget of advice from me to you: always aim to undersell but overdeliver. Think about it - if you were the client, wouldn't you be more tempted to try out a newbie who's offering a sweet deal, rather than paying top dollar for the same old? 🌈💡

When you're on the hunt for those first few clients, you need to show them why you are the better choice than an experienced social media manager at double your rate. Sometimes, that might even mean offering your services for free for a little bit, just to get that oh-so-important experience under your belt. 🚀🆓

But let's dive into what a beginner's package might look like, based on my own experiences:

🖤2-4 super cute static posts per week on Instagram
🖤5 story sets per week that'll make your stories pop
🖤1 hour of engaging with your fab community on Instagram each week
🖤Designing eye-catching graphics
🖤Crafting captions that catch attention
🖤Building and nurturing your community

Simple? Yes. Effective? Absolutely! Especially if your client's social media game has been a bit, well, meh. This package is a great way to boost their reach without overwhelming you with too much video content. 📈📱

And hey, if you found this helpful, I've got a little something up my sleeve! 🎩✨ I'm launching my 9-week intensive, The Social Circle, where we'll deep dive into starting and rocking a social media management business. Check out the link in my bio for all the juicy details!

So, what do you think? Do you agree or disagree? Drop your thoughts below! 💬👇