Getting a call for your first interview is half the battle in the job hunting process, but that phone call is only the beginning of a new phase of the search. Interviewing for a job entails a lot of work: research, careful consideration, practice, and preparation, because you've put in the hours and effort to reach that first interview, you don't want to blow your chances!
Read MoreCongratulations - you landed your next gig! And, like anything new, you’re probably experiencing a range of emotions - both good and bad.
No need to worry, we’ve all been there before.
Whether you’re hired as the new VP of Marketing or Marketing Manager, we collected expert advice from marketing leaders to prepare and guide you in your next role!
What advice would you give to marketers who are new to their role?
Read MoreSPARKsouth, is an annual conference designed to connect college students with digital marketing professionals who can help highlight different paths to digital marketing careers. This year’s event was sponsored by Nebo Agency, the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business, Setup™, Simpli.fi, and 22squared.
The conference exposes attendees to multiple marketing career paths by offering three distinct conference tracks - brand, agency, and entrepreneur - with a career development break out room. An entire day dedicated to mentoring and developing students’ professional skills and mindsets, SPARKsouth gives marketers at every level the opportunity to connect.
Read MoreWhen a client hires a marketing agency, the agency becomes a part of the team. However, when an agency begins to work with a client, there can be a disconnect between the two teams. What are common disconnects and how can both the agency and client-side marketers work to avoid them?
Read MoreThere are a number of paths a marketing executive can take when determining who and what will guide a marketing strategy. Choosing a marketing agency partner can depend on multiple variables including team capacity, capability, and situation. Though the rapid growth and evolution of marketing has blurred the lines of different “agency” types, it's still helpful to note the key differences between them.
Read MoreJust like how a marching band has multiple sections to sound good, a marketing agency has multiple departments to function properly. Navigating the different roles and purposes of each department can get confusing and overwhelming, however.
Here is a simple breakdown of some typical agency departments (and the roles within) for those interested in working in/for a marketing or advertising agency.
Read MoreHiring a new candidate for a marketing role can be challenging. Sourcing qualified candidates and then assessing both their capabilities and compatibility with the team can be difficult. It is imperative to ask the right questions to ensure that the person is the best fit.
Setup™ provides essential questions hiring leaders need to ask when hiring a new marketing candidate.
Read MoreBecause AgencySparks exists to connect brands and marketing agencies, networking is a crucial part of the business. Anyone looking to grow in their career should spend ample time connecting with others. Connections from various aspects of one’s life often end up having career impact in the least expected ways! Here are three key lessons that will help anyone looking to become a better networker…
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