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hiring is marketing

Hiring Is Marketing, Make It Count

If you’ve ever been on the job hunt, you know it’s not for the faint of heart. Research consistently ranks job loss and job searching among the most stressful life events, right up there with losing a loved one, divorce, or facing a serious illness. For candidates, the process can be daunting: • Tailoring their resume for each individual role• Navigating robot-like applicant tracking systems (ATS) that require keyword mastery over human connection• Following up without seeming pushy (“Am I doing too much or too little?”)• Second-guessing every move while worrying about how to pay the

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The Joy Of Hobbies

The Importance of Hobbies: Creating Just for the Joy of It

For creative and marketing professionals, creativity isn’t just a passion—it’s a job.We concept, design, write, and strategize for clients every single day. We brainstormcampaigns, edit copy until it shines, and produce visuals that tell stories. It’s fulfillingwork—but let’s be honest—it can also be draining. When creativity becomes tied to deadlines, KPIs, and brand guidelines, it’s easy to forgetthe simple, joyful reasons we started creating in the first place. That’s where hobbies comein. Why Hobbies Matter (Especially for Creatives) Hobbies give us a space where the stakes are low and the

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Future proof your career

How to Future-Proof Your Creative Career

Practical Advice for Designers, Writers, and Marketers to Stay Competitive in a Rapidly Evolving Industry. The creative industry has always been a space of reinvention. But in today’s landscape where AI tools evolve overnight, consumer behavior shifts constantly and new platforms emerge faster than trends – adaptability isn’t just a nice-to-have. It’s everything. So, how do you make sure your creative career doesn’t just survive but thrives? Let’s explore. Embrace Continuous Learning You don’t need to master every new tool or trend but you do need to stay curious. Pro

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The Secret to Getting Hired? Understanding the Brief

Every creative knows the importance of a great brief. It’s your foundation and roadmap. It spells out the challenge, the target audience, the competitive landscape, the tone, the message, and what success looks like. A well-done brief can make or break a project. If you think about it, job descriptions are essentially briefs. But too many candidates skim them like they’re so much fine print, and click “apply” without really absorbing the content. Then they wonder why they don’t get a response. The next time you apply for a role,

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Copywriting

Copywriters vs. Content Writers: Do You Know the Difference?

First things first: did you know there’s a difference between copywriters and content writers? If you don’t hire writers regularly, you might use the terms interchangeably. And you’re not alone, much to the dismay of the writers of the world. Because copywriters and content writers aren’t the same thing. Their skills, goals, and even their mindsets are different. Hiring the wrong kind of writer can lead to mismatched expectations, off-brand messaging, and wasted time. So, what’s the difference? The Core Difference At a high level, the difference comes down to purpose.

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Do You Know A Great Portfolio

Do You Know a Great Portfolio When You See One?

If you don’t hire for creative roles on the regular, you might not know what to look for when reviewing a portfolio. It’s common to open the link, scroll through a few pages, and wonder if it’s good.  It helps to remember that portfolios aren’t just an assortment of work – they’re curated collections meant to highlight someone’s talent, taste, and how they think. No matter what type of creative role you’re hiring for, a candidate’s portfolio is a glimpse into their creative gray matter. So how do you tell

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