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I’m torn between applying to a large corporate marketing team where I’d be a very small piece of a big machine, versus a smaller company where I’d own more channels but with less brand prestige. How d… more

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I took a career break for caregiving, but now my experience looks dated on paper, even though I’ve been freelancing a bit on the side. How do candidates with a gap re-enter full-time without getting f… more

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Currently exploring opportunities in marketing and digital media for Summer 2025. I’m passionate about content creation, social strategy, and helping brands tell their story. Always open to connect an… more

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I’m trying to pivot from content writing into product marketing, but every job description asks for prior PMM experience or a SaaS background. Anyone here who’s actually pulled off this transition? Wh… more

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I’ve worked at IPG and Omnicom agencies over the years. I also know what it’s like to leave a job due to a merger. Anyone here affected by this? Thoughts? Or have you dealt with another merger?

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Seeking a remote marketing role (PT/FT). I specialize in Meta, Google & TikTok Ads from audit, setup, and optimization to conversion tracking and performance scaling. I’ve helped brands fix poor c… more

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Happy Thanksgiving! How is everyone celebrating today?

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Just had a brutal moment of realisation that my company doesn't care about any of us. There is talk going around about a layoff and budget cuts, and when we requested a meeting about it, they said… more

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Lately every convo with people my age feels the same. Everyone thinks they missed some invisible career checkpoint. Titles, salaries, timelines. It’s all made up and we act like it’s a rulebook. I’m curious:more

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I have been lost in confusion and thought about whether I'm just doing a job or actually building a career for my future self. I'm working in a company as a marketing admin whose focus is sole… more

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Monday before Thanksgiving, getting through Chicago Midway Airport has been stress free. Pray it’s a sign of the holiday to come. Are you traveling? I wish you all a great Thanksgiving!

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Is it even worth getting a Marketing Certificate to update your skills? I have been working on my Google Marketing certs, which covers a lot of ground, including how to use Google Ads. I’ve included m… more

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I'm working on my resume. I’ve of course heard that if I use Al like ChatGPT, it helps to get my resume in front of hiring managers. But I've also heard that Al will flag that I used Al, so th… more

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What are some job boards I can use to find a new role? My startup is laying people off, and I will be one of them.

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Is anyone else feeling some survival’s guilt in this economy? I have so many incredibly talented friends, colleagues, and clients getting laid off, and it just really sucks that this is the current jo… more

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It’s performance review time. I think I had a pretty good year and met most of my goals. I’m most proud of helping to launch a new product. Still I often struggle with the ones I missed or are still in progress. What do you do to stay positive about your accomplishments in 2025? What are you proud of this year?

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After two years at coordinator level, being passed over for promotion hit hard. Especially as I’d just taken on more responsibility when my team was understaffed. How can you show interviewers you’re … more

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Moving to a new city is so exciting until you realize how hard and helpless it feels to find a new job and community. I need to figure this out ... slowly but surely. Are networking events or online c… more

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Trying to make some extra cash. What are people doing for side gigs? Open to marketing and non-marketing suggestions alike!

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I keep seeing friends level up fast when they switch companies, but I’m leveling up my work inside my company with no title change or compensation to match. I’m doing more. I’m better at what I do. Yet the growth… more

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Really feel the market and the roles in this field are shifting. If you had to pick one area to specialize in right now, would it be content, analytics, or paid media? Or something else? I've been… more

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During the holidays, I used to pick up freelance work covering for people on PTO. I actually didn’t mind it, because offices were empty and quiet. Once it led to a full time offer. Is anyone seeing temp work picking upright now?

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I’ve been thinking a lot about how much of marketing is just guessing with confidence. Every job post glamorizes perfect data, clean attribution, and crystal clear insights, but real life is messy. Ha… more

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I'm really trying to get a proper getaway/ reset because my brain feels overused and overstimulated. Something green, slow, and peaceful. I'm sure looking at your phone, laptop and iPad all da… more

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Real talk. Do you track your job applications? I don’t, but am wondering if it’s worth the time and effort to?

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I got an internship in an agency that I'm not very proud to be working in. They have been talking to me about a possible induction into the team but quite honestly, I don't want to continue wo… more

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How do you unplug after a hard day at work? I’m usually someone who needs to get up and move my body to get out of my head.

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Hey everyone! I am a recent college graduate who gas been struggling on finding a full-time opportunity. I graduated with a degree in marketing. it honestly feels as if no one hires entry - level any… more

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In the market for some new data tracking software. Does anyone have recommendations on platforms they like (or don’t like)?

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How often are you working weekends? It used to be very rare for me, but seems to be getting more frequent, especially with the holidays coming up.

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Where do you go to look for open roles? There’s gotta be better sites than just LinkedIn?

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It’s my 10 year anniversary. I could make more money elsewhere, but I actually like my job. Has anyone else stayed at a job for personal satisfaction? And I don’t mean out of loyalty to the company.

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They say, "Marketing is a game and it's the most fun to play it when you understand the rules". I've never been able to enjoy it this way, and that's mostly because I have a lot … more

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Would you consider your marketing manager constantly trying to tag team with you on projects or brainstorming as a sign that you're the most favorable in their eyes? I'd have let it slide if i… more

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I feel like I’m so hyper aware of red flags in companies, I might be missing green flags.

What are some of the biggest positive signs of a company during the interview process?

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I once worked on an online game that crashed on day one because we didn’t anticipate the number of players. Have you worked on a campaign where the demand exceeded your expectations?

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I'm coming from an 8-year sales career, and I'm now planning to pivot into marketing, but really unsure about the best entry point. What are your suggestions? Are there particular transferable… more

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I used to think burnout came from overworking. Now, I think it can also come from under-challenging work. My job’s great on paper, but the spark’s missing.

How do you find motivation when your role do… more

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