E603 - Shaily Hakimian - How to Turn Your Passion into a Profitable Career

Hacks and Hobbies - Passion to Profit Stories

In this episode, we get to speak with Shaily Hakimian.

She is a social media expert who turned her passion for reality competition shows into a successful career. From playing online versions of her favorite shows to creating her own community, Shiley shares her unconventional path to becoming a sought-after social media guru. Discover the hacks and strategies she used to transform her hobby into a profitable venture and learn how you can do the same.

Tune in to this episode for valuable insights and actionable tips!

Our Guest

1. Her podcast profile: https://podmatch.com/member/hakimian45

2. Personal podcast guesting profile: https://podmatch.com/guestdetailpreview/1596150329227x301385039977677630

3. Her LinkedIn posts: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hakimian45/recent-activity/shares/

4. Past podcasts she have been on: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBhsCntJw2z0-bvuSh32iUEa213BVFZ7t

5. Video series

1. Course: www.yoursocialmediasherpa.com/empowered-in-25-minutes

2. Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBhsCntJw2z3Ct20Icw3SPR47rUSvhfVQ

http://YourSocialMediaSherpa.com

https://twitter.com/intent/user?screen_name=hakimian45

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hakimian45/

https://www.tiktok.com/@hakimian45

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsbk3e9sGJe7AK8hBhTmj8A

https://www.instagram.com/hakimian45/

https://www.facebook.com/hakimian45

http://www.shailyhakimian.com/

https://www.shailyhakimian.com/podcast

https://podmatch.com/member/hakimian45

https://medium.com/@hakimian45

Hacks to take away

1. Start with Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Begin by addressing common questions your audience may have about your industry, business, or services. Compile these FAQs into a resource such as a Google Doc or a video series to provide valuable information upfront.

2. Leverage Existing Networks Creatively: Utilize existing platforms and networks creatively to build connections and generate income. For example, turning a WhatsApp group into a marketplace for buying and selling goods can be a lucrative venture, demonstrating that social media extends beyond traditional platforms.

3. Differentiate Yourself: Focus on offering a unique value proposition in your industry or niche. Avoid being just another service provider by showcasing what sets you apart and addressing the specific needs of your audience.

4. Practice Happiness Hacking: Develop strategies to maintain positivity and resilience in the face of challenges. Creating a "treasure folder" filled with positive feedback and reminders of past successes can help boost confidence and motivation during tough times.

5. Simplify Social Media Engagement: You don't need to post excessively to make an impact on social media platforms. Consistency is key, so find a posting frequency that works for you and stick to it. Scaling relationship building through regular, even if infrequent, posting can still yield significant results.

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