Just curious — how many of us are dedicating at least a little time this weekend to working on our business? For the longest time, my husband and I spent every single day and moment servicing clients… planning content, editing videos, doing backend work clients don’t even realize goes into it. But that left zero time for building our own brand. And eventually I realized something had to change. Now I try to make sure I’m putting just as much energy into marketing our business and creating opportunities for the future as I do into client work. So this weekend I’m dedicating some time to planning and creating content for Hollis Creative Academy. What about you?

We're so excited you’re here. Hollis Creative Academy was created for social media managers and creative freelancers who are ready to build structured, profitable businesses — without burnout, chaos, or hustle culture. This is a space for: ✨ Raising your standards ✨ Pricing confidently ✨ Setting boundaries with clients ✨ Strengthening your strategy ✨ Growing alongside other serious creatives Before you dive in, let’s start with a quick introduction 👇 🎤 Introduce Yourself Below: Share a comment and tell us: 1️⃣ Your name + where you're from 2️⃣ What you currently do (or want to do!) 3️⃣ One fun fact about you 4️⃣ What you’re hoping to gain from being inside this community Whether you're brand new or already managing clients, you belong here if you're committed to growth. A Few Community Guidelines: • Be supportive and constructive • No spam or self-promotion without context • Ask thoughtful questions • Share wins — big or small • Respect everyone’s journey This isn’t about perfection. It's about progress and raising the standard. I’ll be dropping weekly strategy posts and hosting discussions to help you grow with clarity and structure — so keep an eye out. So go ahead — introduce yourself below 👇 I can’t wait to meet you. Also, let's take a quick poll: Where are you current social media manager / freelancer journey?

You’re not behind because someone else has more clients. You're not behind because someone else charges more. You're not behind because someone else “figured it out faster.” You’re building. And building takes: Refining your offer Messy client experiences Raising your standards Learning to say no Learning to charge more Learning to show up confidently Most freelancers don’t fail because they lack skill. They fail because they compare instead of commit. This industry rewards consistency and clarity — not speed. If you’re still here, still learning, still trying…You’re ahead of the ones who quit. Drop a 👏 if you’re committed to raising your standard this year.

If you’ve been: Overthinking your pricing Unsure how to structure packages Confused about onboarding Second-guessing your strategy This is your space. You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need to show up! Drop your questions in the event thread now so I can review them ahead of time 👇 This is where we stop guessing and start operating. See you live. 🤍 What are you struggling with the most?!