Decision guides
Before you hire for social, read this.
The short version
Most companies think there are two ways to scale social: hire people or pay an agency. There is a third. A managed content network runs dozens of brand pages posting what you already make, every day, for about the cost of one hire. These guides compare every option honestly, for your industry and your seat at the table.
Six ways to staff social, side by side
Typical setups, not guarantees. The last row is the one most companies have not heard of yet.
| Option | Pages | Posts a day | Your team's time | Output scales with |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| One social media manager | 1 to 3 | 1 to 3 | Hiring, training, managing | Headcount |
| Freelancer | 1 to 2 | Under 1 | Briefing, chasing, reviewing | Hours bought |
| Social media agency | Your main page | A few a week | Briefs and approvals | Retainer size |
| UGC creators | Their pages, briefly | Per contract | Sourcing and contracts | Creator fees |
| More paid ads | Ad placements | Rented reach | Creative and media buying | Ad spend |
| Managed content network | Dozens of brand pages | Over 100 | Send content. That's it. | Number of pages |
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Industries
Dtc skincare brandSupplement brandFashion brandJewelry brandHome goods brandFitness equipment brandBeverage brandPackaged food brandPet brandBaby and kids products brandFragrance brandEyewear brandFootwear brandFurniture brandConsumer electronics brandConsumer app companyB2b saas companyFintech appMobile game studioEdtech companyOnline course businessCoaching companyReal estate developerLuxury real estate agencyHotel groupRestaurant groupMedspa chainDental groupPrivate clinicGym chainWellness centerBeauty salon chainAutomotive dealer groupEv and e-mobility brandTravel companyEvents companyMusic labelPodcast networkMedia publisherCreator-led brandFranchise brandLaw firmWealth management firmRecruitment firmArchitecture and interior design firmWedding venueGolf and country clubYacht charter companyLuxury watch retailerMarketing agency
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