Category: Careers

  • You Ask, I Answer: IBM Courses for UX Designers?

    Summary In today's episode, I explore whether IBM's free cognitive classes are worth taking for an aspiring UX designer and break down how UX differs from closely related disciplines. Here's what this means for you. You discover which free IBM design thinking badges actually deliver real value and how to build a well-rounded foundation in…

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  • You Ask, I Answer: Increasing the Chances of Being Hired with Certifications?

    Harrison asks, “I was wondering if you would be able to spare some time to give me some helpful tips on ways I can increase my employability in finding a job as a graduate. I am currently on Uni break and have spent my free time acquiring a Google Ads Certification. I was curious as…

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  • You Ask, I Answer: Increasing the Chances of Being Hired with Certifications?

    Summary In today's episode, I share actionable tips for increasing employability as a recent graduate entering the marketing field. Here's what this means for you. You gain a framework for positioning yourself as a low-risk, high-reward candidate who stands out from every other applicant holding the same diploma. You'll also learn these concepts: how certifications…

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  • You Ask, I Answer: Personal Analytics and Quantified Self?

    Mark asks, “For a business professional, what are the personal measurements we should be using to improve our ‘game’ and remain relevant? Does anybody out there have metrics on yourself?” This is an important question; the answers will depend on how self-aware you are. I use a framework I first saw from my friend and…

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  • Do Something With Your Marketing: Discomfort

    Summary In today's episode, I challenge you to stop avoiding difficult things and intentionally take on uncomfortable, stretching work that pushes beyond your current capabilities. Here's what this means for you. You protect your career from automation by choosing hard, correct problems over easy, simplistic ones that machines can already handle. You'll also learn these…

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  • You Ask, I Answer: Marketing Skillsets to Hire For in an AI Age?

    Denis asks, “Are there new skillsets that marketing leadership should be hiring based on the impact of AI will have?” The answer to this question is contingent on the types of AI solutions your company will be deploying. Broadly speaking, you’ll be needing to identify efficiencies for AI to automate, increasing complex human work like…

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  • Mergers and Acquisitions 101 : How to Survive a Merger

    Many marketing professionals have never experienced a merger or acquisition. All they’ve heard are the downsides from peers – job loss, heavier workloads, confusion. What are the basics of mergers? Let’s look at mergers and acquisitions 101: why companies do it, what you should know about your own career prospects, and how to prepare for…

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  • You Ask, I Answer: Personal Branding in 2019

    Bruno asks, “What is your main advice to someone getting started on building a reputation and working on personal branding in 2019?” Search is back on top of the pile when it comes to people finding us and driving traffic. Watch the video and take these 5 steps to build your personal brand and reputation…

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  • You Ask, I Answer: Defining Career Moments

    Ashley and the LinkedIn team ask, “What is one of the most defining moments in your career and how has it shaped you as a marketer?” What a fun question. August 24, 2011 is a date that sticks out in my mind as a day that set me on my path today. Watch the video…

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  • You Ask, I Answer: Choosing a Marketing Career Specialization

    Joe asks, “I am currently considering a specialization in e-commerce or social media. At the same time, I’m open to any field in marketing as long as I can gain experience. What advice do you have?” At the end of the day, marketers need to consider three key factors in choosing their career paths. Learn…

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