27 episodes

Tired of listening to social media "gurus" spitting the same old tips, tricks, and hacks? Exhausted by all of those self-proclaimed experts desperately trying to sell you a one-size-fits-all strategy? Wish there was a way to cut through all the noise, so you can focus on creating real and lasting results in your business using social media? Introducing the Close Friends, No Filter Podcast. With a combined 15 years in the industry, our hosts, social media experts Manu Muraro and Laura Bitoiu will help you sift through all the social media madness and get to the truth. So you can stop worrying about rumors and focus on growing your business.

Close Friends, No Filter Manu Muraro, Laura Bitoiu

    • Business
    • 4.5 • 33 Ratings

Tired of listening to social media "gurus" spitting the same old tips, tricks, and hacks? Exhausted by all of those self-proclaimed experts desperately trying to sell you a one-size-fits-all strategy? Wish there was a way to cut through all the noise, so you can focus on creating real and lasting results in your business using social media? Introducing the Close Friends, No Filter Podcast. With a combined 15 years in the industry, our hosts, social media experts Manu Muraro and Laura Bitoiu will help you sift through all the social media madness and get to the truth. So you can stop worrying about rumors and focus on growing your business.

    EP. 24: Launching and Selling on Instagram

    EP. 24: Launching and Selling on Instagram

    On this, the final episode of Season 2, your Close Friends are getting real about what it takes to launch and sell on Instagram! And who could be better to share wisdom than the absolute Queen of Launches, Manu? We’re diving deep into strategy, mindset traps to avoid, and achieving the balance between quantity AND quality. Soak it all in until next season! 
    For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/

    • 17 min
    EP. 23: How to Stop the Scroll

    EP. 23: How to Stop the Scroll

    With more content being posted than ever before, it’s imperative to stand out and stop the scroll. Lucky for you, your Close Friends are masters at creating thumb-stopping content that attracts and converts! Listen in for tips you’ll want to try and mistakes you’ll want to avoid.
    For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/

    • 12 min
    BONUS EPISODE: The Videos and Reels Merge on Instagram

    BONUS EPISODE: The Videos and Reels Merge on Instagram

    We know, another change on Instagram! But before you start rolling your eyes, take a few moments to hear out your Close Friends. Today on the podcast Manu and Laura are dishing everything we know about the Video and Reels merge on Instagram. Harnessed correctly, could this change be exactly what we’ve been looking for? Tune in to find out. 
    For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/ 

    Episode Links: 

    Stop the scroll with Your Social Team Template Shop! Use code: NOFILTER for 10% off your order! Follow the podcast on Instagram and let us know what YOU would like to hear about!Learn more about Stephanie + The Social Media CEO and follow her on Instagram!Learn more about Manu + Your Social Team + Your Template Club and follow her on Instagram!Learn more about Laura + B Squared Social and follow her on Instagram!Click here to get the Close Friends in your Inbox!

    • 10 min
    EP. 22: Adjusting Your Expectations with Instagram

    EP. 22: Adjusting Your Expectations with Instagram

    When it comes to Instagram, it often feels like there’s so much we can’t control. Today your Close Friends, Manu and Laura, are going to fill you in on what you CAN control, starting with your expectations. Managing expectations on Instagram is essential for a healthy and tactful approach to using social media to grow your business. Listen in for your Close Friends’ favorite perspective shifts. 
    For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/ 

    Episode Links: 

    Stop the scroll with Your Social Team Template Shop! Use code: NOFILTER for 10% off your order! Follow the podcast on Instagram and let us know what YOU would like to hear about!Learn more about Stephanie + The Social Media CEO and follow her on Instagram!Learn more about Manu + Your Social Team + Your Template Club and follow her on Instagram!Learn more about Laura + B Squared Social and follow her on Instagram!Click here to get the Close Friends in your Inbox!

    • 12 min
    BONUS EPISODE: Dealing with the Endless Instagram Changes

    BONUS EPISODE: Dealing with the Endless Instagram Changes

    Another day, another change on Instagram. It’s easy to get flustered every time the Head of Instagram, Adam Mosseri, posts a new reel. That’s why your Close Friends, Manu and Laura, are dropping this bonus episode on how to hone your mindset when it comes to changes on Instagram. So don’t panic! Take a deep breath with your Close Friends and let’s navigate these changes together. 
    For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/ 

    • 23 min
    EP. 21: Viral Reels, Yay or Nay?

    EP. 21: Viral Reels, Yay or Nay?

    Going viral: the good, the bad, the ugly. Today your favorite Viral Reel Queens are discussing it all! Sure, we all want to go viral…but are you ready to attract the right audience? Is your messaging clear or is it just another dance trend? Tune in for the hot take from your Close Friends! 
    For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/

    • 14 min

Customer Reviews

4.5 out of 5
33 Ratings

33 Ratings

@niamoore84 ,

Wish I could give 10 stars 👌🏾

It’s nice to listen to industry vets with ACTIVE communities and ACTUAL experience🙌🏽

This podcast features social media vets featuring Manu Muraro, Stephanie Gilbert and Laura Bitoiu who are all masters of their own domains when it comes to social media strategy, content and tips. But they bring all of their experience together. Listen up social media managers and service providers: This podcast is for US!! It covers myths on social media, the business side of social media, how to handle clients, the right features and they even sprinkle on strategy every episode. I’m hooked and also growing as a SMM. This podcast is in heavy rotation in my life.

Jaz21 ,

Found my new Close Friends!

This podcast is warm, fun, and packed with social media guidance I feel I can actually trust! Love learning and laughing with these gals!

cait1111 ,

The Highlight of My Digital Week

I look forward to the new episode each week; each episode is just the right length to hold my attention and fill me with ideas!

I came to the podcast with the only expectation of learning and wow, has that expectation been exceeded. Not only am I learning, I’m laughing, and being gently motivated to succeed within my platform.

Thank you, ladies, for creating this great listen!! 😍

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