Starting out as a social media manager can feel overwhelming. You’re ready to dive in, but the big question is: how do I actually land my first paying client?

In this masterclass, I’ll take you step by step through the exact process I used to sign my first client,plus the mistakes I made so you don’t have to repeat them.

Here’s what we’ll cover:

• Positioning yourself: building your personal brand, creating service packages, and pricing with confidence.

• Finding clients: where to look and how to spot the right opportunities.

• Outreach & pitching: how to approach people naturally, what to say on calls, and how to ask for the sale without feeling “salesy.”

• Onboarding basics: simple systems that make you look professional from day one.

By the end, you’ll have a clear roadmap to secure your first client, confidence in your pricing, and the motivation to stop overthinking and finally take action.

This one’s for the newbies who are ready to stop waiting for “the perfect time” and start building the social media management career they’ve been dreaming of.