More likely than not, a profound love of math and science isn’t the reason you’re pursuing a career in marketing. Rather, writing talent, creativity, critical thinking and interpersonal skills may have led you in the direction of marketing. But are these attributes alone enough for success in the field? Probably not. The field of digital marketing has transformed into a data and technology driven industry.

When I graduated from college with a degree in advertising, I thought I knew everything needed to be successful in the digital world. However, I quickly discovered I was lacking the technical knowledge crucial to making it in this industry. While searching the internet, I luckily stumbled across the Digital Creative Institute apprenticeship program. After applying, I was encouraged to bolster my abilities and broaden my advertising foundation into digital by learning Google AdWords and other essential digital skills.

First off, take a deep breath. I know the Google Analytics software can feel daunting and complicated, but it is a crucial stepping-stone to furthering your knowledge of the digital marketing realm. Having a Google Analytics certificate under your belt is an important part of landing a marketing job! After conquering the exam myself, I am here to share some tips to gaining this valuable certificate.

Webinar: “How to Ace the PPC Interview”

Date: May 31, 2017

The panelists shared their insights from the interviewer perspective of how candidates can best prepare for and perform in interviews specifically for PPC jobs. Check out the full recording or read the summary below!

Apprentice, Charlie Deese, was destined to pursue a career in the medical field. With a double major in Psychology and Medicine, Health, and Society from Vanderbilt University, Charlie felt science was the way to go. After a couple of years in the field, she decided something was missing. Here’s the story of a student once interested in the sciences and her journey to becoming a content marketing and social media guru before adopting an apprenticeship mindset.

“I know everything,” said no PCC expert, ever. The world of PPC and paid search is constantly evolving, and that means it’s crucial for marketing professionals to adopt a mindset based on continuous learning. What better way to do this than as a community of growth-oriented professionals working towards similar goals?