Working in social media can be a wild and wacky place, full of likes, shares, and the occasional troll. As someone who’s spent over 15 years working in this field, I thought I’d share a few humorous observations about the realities of working in social media. So buckle up and get ready for a ride through the world of social media marketing!
- You’ll never be able to look at a hashtag the same way again.
Once you start working in social media, you’ll see hashtags everywhere. From billboards to product packaging, you’ll start to think in hashtags. You might even catch yourself hashtagging your grocery list. #Milk #Bread #SocialMediaLife
- Your job will involve a lot of “friending” and “liking.”
When you tell people you work in social media, they assume you’re a master wordsmith. But in reality, a lot of your time is spent “friending” people and liking their posts. It’s like being back in middle school, but instead of passing notes, you’re double-tapping pictures of people’s cats.
- You’ll become a pro at handling complaints.
In social media, complaints are as common as hashtags. Whether it’s a customer who didn’t receive their order or a follower who thinks your content is too controversial, you’ll need to handle it all. The key is to stay calm and professional, even when you want to respond with a GIF of Michael Scott screaming “NOOOOOOOOO.”
- You’ll always be learning.
The world of social media is constantly evolving, and there’s always something new to learn. Whether it’s a new algorithm, a trending hashtag, or a viral meme, you’ll need to stay up-to-date to keep your content relevant. But hey, at least you’ll never be bored!
- Your job involves a lot of caffeine.
Let’s face it, social media runs on caffeine. Whether it’s coffee, tea, or energy drinks, you’ll need a steady supply to keep up with the demands of the job. Just don’t forget to hydrate too, or you might turn into a social media zombie.
- You’ll develop a love/hate relationship with analytics.
Analytics are an important part of social media marketing, but they can also be a source of frustration. You’ll spend hours poring over data, trying to figure out what’s working and what’s not. But when you finally see that spike in engagement, it’s like Christmas morning!
In conclusion, working in social media can be a wild and wacky ride, full of hashtags, caffeine, and complaints. But it’s also a fun and rewarding field to be in, where you can spend your days scrolling through social media without getting called out by your boss. So keep calm, hashtag on, and enjoy the ride! #SocialMediaLife