Let’s be real—networking can feel cringe, career growth is confusing, and marketing a “boring” brand? Even harder. But don’t worry, we’re breaking it all down in today’s episode.

Whether you’re trying to:

💼 Land better opportunities (without chasing them)

📈 Make an unsexy brand go viral

🤝 Network like a natural (no awkward small talk required)

👩‍💻 Build a career that actually makes you money

…this episode is for YOU. 🎙️💰

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Latest Social Media Updates You Need to Know!

📱In this episode, we're diving into the biggest social media updates and trends that's reshaping the digital landscape. From Google's Gemini AI revolutionising YouTube consumption to Instagram's innovative ad formats, we've got you covered!

💡 Whether you're a content creator, marketer, or social media enthusiast, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss.

Google’s Gemini can now watch YouTube for you https://www.zdnet.com/article/gemini-can-now-watch-youtube-for-you-skip-the-video-get-the-highlights/

57% of marketers currently post on Threadshttps://mobilemarketingmagazine.com/threads-gains-momentum-among-brands-research-reveals/

YouTube AI-generated video clips in Shorts

https://www.theverge.com/news/612031/youtube-ai-generated-video-shorts-veo-2-dream-screen

Instagram is testing a new carousel ad format for reels

https://www.threads.net/@oncescuradu/post/DF03hiTsxbT?xmt=AQGzGnwbZ5PDvhyi2WDBEMszfNaGCqXv-lD77hX9IHcWG0A

TikTok release discover list

https://www.socialmediatoday.com/news/tiktok-emerging-creators-discover-list-2025/739967/

Youtube Key Areas of Focus

https://www.socialmediatoday.com/news/youtube-key-areas-of-focus-2025/739842/

🎉 It's Our Birthday Episode! 🎉

We’re celebrating this incredible year of our Social Commuter Journey by reflecting on our biggest moments so far! Plus, we’re diving into the latest game-changing social media updates, viral trends, and our top creators of the year 🚀

💬 What’s been your favourite moment from our journey? Drop a comment below!

📹 Shoutout to our amazing videographer, Louis Derricott (@louleroq) from LouDProductionz! If you're in Manchester and need top-tier video production, we highly recommend him!

📩 Contact: louis.derricott@gmail.com

📹 Special thanks to our creative director and montage editor, Bodhi Davies!

📩 Contact: bodhidavies@workmail.com

🔥 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode! This year we have some incredible guests, don’t miss out!

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