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Is it Worth Using ChatGPT to Write Your Resume? Let’s Find Out

Job Search
June 5, 2024/by
Is it Worth Using ChatGPT to Write Your Resume? Let’s Find Out ChatGPT this, ChatGPT that. Well, I’m here to add to the AI noise (but in a good way, I promise). I’ve seen a lot of discourse on LinkedIn about ChatGPT resumes and other professional use cases for AI. Since the job market is on fire right now, I decided to do a little digging myself to see how helpful ChatGPT really is for resume writing. Table of Contents Should you use ChatGPT to write your resume? How to Use ChatGPT to Write a Resume How to Use ChatGPT to Update Your Resume ChatGPT Resume Example Best Practices for ChatGPT Resumes For those of you who appreciate a good visual: Watch me in real-time as I test out a couple of ChatGPT resume prompts to build my own resume. View this post on Instagram ...
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5 CMO Communication Strategies to Secure CEO Buy-in

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May 30, 2024/by
5 CMO Communication Strategies to Secure CEO Buy-in As I‘ve moved up in my marketing career, I’ve realized how important it is to be on the same page as the CEO. In this recent episode of Marketing Against the Grain, we explore this topic and offer tips for enhancing your communications with executive leadership. Here are five actionable insights that CMOs and marketing leaders can use to improve their communication with executive leadership and secure buy-in to transform their marketing results. Why CEO-CMO Communication Is Critical for Success The relationship between a company’s Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is pivotal for steering marketing strategy, staying in tune with customer needs, and ensuring business longevity. A report by McKinsey & Company underscores the significance of this alignment, revealing that CEOs who prioritize marketing integration as part of their growth strategy see their companies twice as likely to achieve more than 5% annual growth. As Kieran and I discuss, however, the CEO-CMO dynamic in many companies is often riddled with communication challenges. For example, one frustration I often hear from founders is that they feel like their marketing lacks differentiation from competitors and that their marketing teams aren’t being creative enough. At the same time, I also receive feedback from marketing leaders about how their CEOs don’t understand marketing, and how they struggle to defend their creative vision because the executive team doesn’t know what ‘good’ marketing looks like. This disconnect leads to fragmented communication, diminished...
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I Tested 6 AI Tools for Graphic Design, Here Are My Favorites

Artificial Intelligence
May 30, 2024/by
I Tested 6 AI Tools for Graphic Design, Here Are My Favorites Graphic design has come a long way since I started in the arts nearly a decade and a half ago. Improvements in tools like Photoshop or my personal favorite, Procreate, from then to now have helped remove creative roadblocks and speed up the design process. Then, user-friendly design tools like Canva have made design more accessible to non-specialists. Now, it’s 2024, and we find ourselves in the throes of the “AI revolution.” We’re met with a ton of AI tools for graphic design that promise to streamline our creative workflows and more. But is the juice really worth the squeeze with these tools? Today, we find out. Table of Contents Why use AI for graphic design? How I Tested the Best AI Graphic Design Tools AI Tools for Graphic Design The Bottom Line on AI Tools for Graphic Design Why use AI for graphic design? From removing creative blocks to saving time, here are three reasons to consider adding AI to your graphic design process. Remove Creative Blocks One of the main benefits I’ve found by using AI is that it helps me remove creative blocks. So, when I’m writing and hit a wall, rather than staring at a blank screen, I might ask ChatGPT to generate an example use case for something. Even if the text it generates is clunky and unusable, it at least gives...
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How to Write a Budget Proposal (+ Free Template)

marketing budget
May 30, 2024/by
How to Write a Budget Proposal (+ Free Template) The first time I was assigned to write a budget proposal, I stared anxiously at a blank spreadsheet, wondering where to begin. What was a budget proposal supposed to include? Was there a specific structure to follow? How could I ensure it met all the necessary criteria? My early attempts at writing a proposal taught me the challenges of building a convincing plan that turns rough ideas into fundable projects. I had to learn to align proposal details with business objectives and articulate the potential benefits in a way that resonated with stakeholders. It was an overwhelming task at times — but with a strategic approach and a bit of guidance, my ability to synthesize financial data and communicate value gradually became second nature. In this article, I'll guide you through how to write a simple budget proposal that delights your audience and secures funding. I’ll also provide practical tips, templates, and sample projects to streamline your planning process. So, let’s get started. Table of Contents What is a budget proposal, and why is it important? The Anatomy of a Budget Proposal How to Create a Simple Budget Proposal Building My Own Basic Budget Proposal 8 Budget Proposal Best Practices What is a budget proposal, and why is it important? A budget proposal outlines the financial plans for a project or initiative, detailing the expected costs and resources needed for successful...
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14 Best Corporate Social Responsibility Examples in 2024 [+Trends]

Branding
May 30, 2024/by
14 Best Corporate Social Responsibility Examples in 2024 I ran a survey in early May 2024 where I asked consumers if they thought brands should practice social responsibility — 90% said yes. Consumers want brands to make a difference, meaning they care about corporate social responsibility. In this post, I’ll discuss: Types of Corporate Social Responsibility How can brands be socially responsible? Corporate Social Responsibility Examples 14 Socially Responsible Brands Corporate Social Responsibility Trends Types of Corporate Social Responsiblity Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is companies showing care for society and the planet in addition to how much care is shown for their profits and bottom line. It’s corporations making decisions that leave a positive footprint through thoughtful practices and initiatives. There are four main types of CSR: environmental, philanthropic, human rights and ethics, and economic. 1. Environmental Responsibility Environmental CSR is when businesses champion environmentally friendly practices, like ensuring physical products are produced sustainably or with sustainable materials, offsetting harmful emissions, and using renewable energy. 2. Philanthropic Responsibility Philanthropic CSR is charity-based, whether through charitable giving, partnering with charitable organizations, or even creating separate charitable wings of a business. The overall goal of this type of CSR is to better the surrounding world and specific communities. 3. Human Rights and Ethical Responsibility Human rights and ethical CSR involve practices supporting human rights, such as fair treatment of anyone involved with the business (suppliers, customers, etc.) and following fair trade...
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8 Graphic Design Resume Examples to Land Your Next Job

Design Templates
May 16, 2024/by
8 Graphic Design Resume Examples to Land Your Next Job If you're a graphic designer, I have to give you praise because, without your creativity and your keen eye for design, it would be a struggle for marketing to create campaigns that catch their audience's attention. And what better way to show my appreciation to graphic designers than to write a post with helpful graphic design resume examples and tips that can help you land your next job? You've come to the right place if you're a graphic designer looking for your next gig or want to refine your resume. Let's dive in! Graphic Design Resume Best Practices Graphic Design Resume Examples Graphic Design Student Resume Examples Graphic Design Resume Best Practices Before I discuss the graphic design resume examples below, I'll outline some best practices for putting your resume together. Use a clean layout. Graphic design is a field that naturally attracts creative people like yourself, so you might be tempted to create a colorful, unique layout that shows off your eye for design. However, your resume should have a clean layout that is easy to read and won't confuse any applicant tracking systems (ATS) your potential employers use. In her YouTube video, "The Resume That Got Me Hired As A Designer," graphic designer Victoria Gillerlain says a clean layout is the way to go. "If your resume is hard to read, hard to look at, overly contrasted, or just makes people when they look...
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Authentic Leadership — How to Lead While Staying True to Yourself

BIR Update
May 14, 2024/by
Authentic Leadership — How to Lead While Staying True to Yourself As I started taking leadership roles in my career, I thought I had to copy the exceptional leaders I’m inspired by. Over time, I realized that authentic leadership contributes to the biggest positive impact on my teams. It turns out the key to being a great leader is learning to be yourself, just in a leadership position. HubSpot asked marketing leaders about the most important qualities they consider when deciding to promote an individual to a senior position. Of respondents, 39% said leadership, making it the top factor. Like you, I was motivated to become a better leader, so I sought guidance. In this article, I’ll go over what authentic leadership entails, why it’s important, and how to discover which type of leadership feels most genuine to you. Table of Contents What is Authentic Leadership? What is Authentic Leadership Theory? Why Authentic Leadership is So Impactful The Challenge of Authentic Leadership How to Be an Authentic Leader Common authentic leadership characteristics include: Humility. Integrity. Empathy. Discipline. Transparency. Self-awareness. Commitment to personal development. These qualities help those in charge inspire their teams, which is crucial for anyone who wants to be an effective leader. In a survey of marketing leaders, 39% of respondents listed “motivating and empowering their team” as the number one thing they can do to make the...
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How to Promote Your Content as a Creator

Content Promotion Tips
May 13, 2024/by
How to Promote Your Content as a Creator You spend countless hours editing video content to perfection, writing the perfectly optimized blog post, and putting together the absolute best resources for social media … only to realize that you still have to convince people to actually view your content. Your content could have the secrets to world peace and curing jet lag, but it doesn't matter unless people actually see it. The importance of an effective content promotion strategy can‘t be overstated, but it’s not something that you discover instantly. Finding your perfect content promotion strategy has a learning curve that every creator has to navigate: Picking up momentum with platform algorithms. Learning about your target audience. Sharpening your marketing skills. In 2023, the content promotion strategy for my brand and my clients reached well over 25 million people. I‘m an author, service provider, and digital product creator with a blog, YouTube channel, and social media accounts. My focus platforms are Pinterest and LinkedIn, but I’m also a marketing manager for brands that leverage Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and email marketing. Here are my no-fluff, actionable tips for how to get there yourself. How I Promote My Content Best Tools for Content Promotion How to Promote Your Content on Social Media 5 Content Promotion Best Practices How I Promote My Content Content promotion is simply the process of reminding people about your content, products, or services. But what does that...
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Demystifying Marketing’s 6 Biggest Mixed Messages of 2024 with Jasper’s Head of Enterprise Marketing

Marketing Strategy
May 13, 2024/by
Demystifying Marketing's 6 Biggest Mixed Messages of 2024 with Jasper's Head of Enterprise Marketing Welcome to HubSpot's Expert Edge Series, where we interview top execs at major brands to explore their perspectives on the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the industry. "Use AI. But not too much AI … and in the right ways." "Optimize for SEO – but it's changing completely and irrevocably, so also optimize for other channels." "Speed and relevancy are top priorities. But we also need a 3-6 month content calendar which will require rallying a cross-functional team." Sound familiar? These are just a few of the six paradoxes Jasper's Head of Enterprise Marketing and Communications, Samyutha Reddy, recently posted on her LinkedIn: I'm willing to bet her thoughts resonate with plenty of marketers. 2024 has already felt like a consistently-shifting video game with plenty of unexpected pitfalls, cliffs, and trap doors. As everything about marketing changes — from SEO to content creation to goal-setting — Reddy encourages marketers to stay focused on what matters: Storytelling. Here, let's dive into some of her tips for dealing with the mixed messages we're hearing in 2024, and what to stay focused on, instead. Why These Six Paradoxes Exist in The First Place First, I was curious if Reddy had an assumption about why these paradoxes exist in 2024. Why is this year so challenging for marketers? Is it AI? Google's upcoming SGE changes? Something else? Surprisingly,...
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