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A podcast/ digital show interviewing industry leaders across media, business, sports and more who found success at a young age. Hosted by talent agency owner Hannah Holland who founded HLD in 2019 at 24 years old, she has witnessed the struggles and less than instagram worthy realities of building a business to a 7 figure success at a young age.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 31.12.2025

    Happy New Year Q&A | Honest Answers on Work, Burnout and What’s Next

    In this New Year special episode of Managed, Hannah answers the questions she’s asked most about work, life and leadership. From dropping out of university and starting in unconventional industries to burnout, imposter syndrome, hiring interns, building a personal brand, and protecting your peace as a founder — this is an honest, reflective solo episode about what success really looks like behind the scenes. Perfect for founders, students, creatives and anyone navigating ambition, pressure and self-belief in the new year. 00:00 New Year intro and why this episode is different 02:10 Starting out: dropping out of uni and first real jobs 04:10 Breaking into management and learning on the job 06:05 The biggest misconceptions about being a founder 07:45 Building a personal brand without copying others 09:55 Favourite and least favourite parts of the job 11:30 The industry reality: conflict, competition and staying in your lane 13:45 Advice for students, interns and first-time hires 16:05 Burnout, low days and leading when you’re struggling 18:20 Final advice, gratitude and New Year sign-off Managed is a podcast/ digital show interviewing industry leaders across media, business, sports and more who found success at a young age. Hosted by talent agency owner Hannah Holland who founded HLD in 2019 at 24 years old, she has witnessed the struggles and less than Instagram-worthy realities of building a business to a 7 figure success at a young age. Follow Hannah Holland:   / hannahroseholland   INSTAGRAM:   / managedpod   YOUTUBE:    / @hldtalent2655   TIKTOK:   / managedpod   HLD TALENT: https://hldtalent.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    20 мин.
  2. S2 EP 11: It’s a HOLIDAY SPECIAL | Hannah, Ella and Emily on Christmas in The Creator World

    24.12.2025

    S2 EP 11: It’s a HOLIDAY SPECIAL | Hannah, Ella and Emily on Christmas in The Creator World

    This week on Managed, Hannah, Ella and Emily sit down for a festive conversation on 2025 client highlights, HLD holiday traditions, planning a company Christmas party, what to expect in 2026, and more! What really happens behind the scenes of a talent agency at Christmas? In this festive After Hours Christmas special, the team get candid about chaotic Christmas parties, awkward traditions, burnout, boundaries, and what it actually takes to survive Q4 in the creator industry. From curry-on-Christmas debates and office awards to major campaign wins, leadership lessons, and why rest matters more than ever — this episode is equal parts funny, reflective, and real. If you’re curious about talent management, agency life, or how ambitious women balance growth with sanity at the end of the year, this one’s for you. 00:00 Christmas chaos, champagne and setting the tone 02:15 How the agency approaches Q4 and Christmas season 05:10 Wild Christmas party stories and past mistakes 08:40 Family traditions, curry on Christmas and drama 12:50 Why rest, time off and boundaries actually matter 16:20 Reflecting on team culture and end-of-year burnout 19:45 Office awards, predictions and team personalities 23:10 Big campaigns, brand wins and Christmas launches 28:40 Leadership lessons and mindset shifts this year 33:50 Gratitude, growth and what’s coming next year Managed is a podcast/ digital show interviewing industry leaders across media, business, sports and more who found success at a young age. Hosted by talent agency owner Hannah Holland who founded HLD in 2019 at 24 years old, she has witnessed the struggles and less than Instagram-worthy realities of building a business to a 7 figure success at a young age. Follow Hannah Holland:   / hannahroseholland   INSTAGRAM:   / managedpod   YOUTUBE:    / @hldtalent2655   TIKTOK:   / managedpod   HLD TALENT: https://hldtalent.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 мин.

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A podcast/ digital show interviewing industry leaders across media, business, sports and more who found success at a young age. Hosted by talent agency owner Hannah Holland who founded HLD in 2019 at 24 years old, she has witnessed the struggles and less than instagram worthy realities of building a business to a 7 figure success at a young age.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.