Hi Anna, Happy to hear this was helpful ❣️😊

Yay glad it was helpful 🥳

Hi BreeLynn! Thank you and happy to hear this is helpful 😊

So glad it's helpful for you and happy to answer any questions you have along your digital marketing journey - Best of luck! (:

That’s great to hear 😊 Wishing you continued success in your career!

Good luck! 🎉🥳

You’re very welcome !

That's a great suggestion! Will be adding this idea to the list of upcoming videos :)

There’s a lot of layoffs happening this year & the interview process requires hard work, but I believe everything happens for a reason. Sending positive thoughts that something even greater is in store for you & wishing the best of luck in your future endeavors 😊

@@growwithchristinethanks Christine! I just got an offer from a spot I applied a few weeks ago. Things are looking bright!

Wow CONGRATULATIONS!!! That is amazing news - so happy for you! :)

Hey what’s the pay range for an seo position?

@@filthysoap96 it ranges from $45-$70k. It varies from your experience and company. Once you begin, get the experience and find other salary opportunities within 6-12 months.

I used LinkedIn to get interviews for every single other job after that - it’s a great platform 😊

Happy to hear it’s helpful 😊 Definitely take the Google Search certifications. More info in my other videos. There are free courses/videos on KZfaq. For a structured beginner’s course, I have a digital marketing course available as well.

Hmm that’s a great question! I’m not sure, but feel free to try it if you are motivated to do both at once. Requires a lot of time and effort for sure

Totally understand! Don’t be afraid to try or don’t be afraid to ask even if you don’t qualify. Hmm I don’t have any courses to reference. It’s not the most helpful advice, but I believe work experience and life experience helped a lot and believing in yourself

@@growwithchristine would you say some companies train you as well? The companies I honestly just knew what I was doing from previous projects … but i wonder what more there is out there that I just don’t know and how to scale up

Hi there! Yes, it’s possible to still get in entry level without Acadium. I applied with just a portfolio and got my first job that way. I also did freelance marketing work so I put that on my resume. Hope that helps!

Hi Linda! My family member in Hong Kong works in digital marketing so it is possible. I would look through Linkedin and other Chinese job search websites to see if there are digital marketing jobs. :)

That's an excellent question! There isn't really a secret to improving public speaking skills other than practice, practice, and more practice including speaking/presenting to clients even if you feel nervous and not confident. I was lucky because they provided a weekly session with a communications coach during my 2nd agency. I was able to practice mock client calls and given feedback on how to improve. If possible, I think having a public speaking coach is really worth it! Before client calls, I also have copious notes written down on what to say to make me feel more prepared.

Hi there! If they are US companies, they might mean remote anywhere in just the US. There are laws about working outside of certain countries so this needs to be answered by Google-ing or checking labor laws for specific countries

Hi! A lot of jobs are remote or if you are hybrid most companies are in Culver City/ Santa Monica area

In terms of what agencies are looking for in regards to SEO specialists/content marketers, these following traits are always in demand for entry level positions: data-driven, go-getter, ‘always-a student’ mentality, professional attitude and enthusiasm, attention to detail, and the ability to successfully work with various teams internally and externally. Some skills and qualifications for SEO include: Understanding of organic (Web/SEO) search metrics, experience authoring in HTML, CSS, familiarity with JS, proficiency using MS Office, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMRush, SFDC, and other tools to analyze site traffic and performance, and being up to date with SEO tactics: On, Off, and Technical. The best approach to gain a job in this industry would be to get some freelance work on your resume from internships (Acadium), volunteering, or working for friends/family. Then build a strong portfolio to apply for a smaller company as a entry level SEO coordinator/specialist.

Hi Gina! That is a great question and after some self reflection I would say my success so far could be attributed to a number of things: 1) The course material (which I studied only for a week) greatly decreased the time I would have had to take to search for the same information slowly through free material online. It set me on the right path on what I had to do to understand *enough* to get an interview for an entry level position. (If you are in my course, feel free to take advantage of asking me questions through email or jumping on a Zoom call to go over anything. Also, I’m happy to help look over resumes or portfolios) :) 2) I don’t think I’m necessarily a fast learner. I still had to take lots of notes and go over it to memorize or better understand it. When I was studying the material, I didn’t have any distractions such as a job or school etc. though so I was able to study for 8 hours per day (sometimes skipping lunch/breaks). I’m also a very curious person so I would do my own research online if I did not understand something. 3) During these past few years, I didn't get easily deterred by rejections from interviews or mistakes at work. I used those to fuel me to try even harder instead and trust me I've had to go through some difficult times (including imposter syndrome). I used free time at work to learn new things, but didn’t spend too much additional time on weekends/evenings studying extra material. I knew that would cause me to burn out and it’s important to me to spend time with loved ones and have other hobbies too. :) I try to live by this quote - “There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.” Hope this was helpful and answered your questions - Let me know if you have other questions!

@@growwithchristine wow fantastic insight. I did buy your course and well into it I’ll look for the zoom opportunity as I would find that immensely valuable. Thanks!

@Gina Aarstad Looking forward to connecting and you're very welcome! (:

@@growwithchristine what’s the email address I send to?

Classroomtotech@gmail.com :)

Hi! Thanks for watching! I don’t have the link, but you can search “Seth Hymes Marketing Blueprint”

I never learned any data analysis before starting my first job. PPC or SEO positions don’t require advanced data analysis.

​@@growwithchristine Ok, so what do you use to analytics?

@@za7a77 we use Excel and Tableau at my company, but managers trained us in all these platforms. For past companies, managers trained all entry level as well

​@@growwithchristine big thx

Yes, it would be a very helpful first step

O wow I didn’t know there is such a salary difference in UK. I have coworkers in the UK and around the world and also some students in UK as well as

Hm I don’t remember, but around 4 or 5 hours of reading, taking notes, and the test

@@growwithchristine For clarification, did you do the Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Professional Certificate which has 7 modules or a shorter course? Thanks

This was the Google Ads Search Certification: skillshop.exceedlms.com/student/path/18128-google-ads-search-certification

@@growwithchristine OK thanks

Hi! I would not waste time and money on a master’s

Yup, I studied the course and completed all the assignments just once and started applying 😊

@@growwithchristine That's absolutely fantastic! congratulations on your success! Currently working on Seths course myself. Still watching the material.

Wishing you great success on your digital marketing journey, Brendan! You got this 😊

Hi there! Yes, definitely figure out which niche of marketing you enjoy and specialize. Paid Search (Google Ads), SEO, Email, and Social Media are all still in demand