Episode #919
7 Traits That Make Amazing Content Marketers 
February 05, 2019

In episode #919, we discuss the 7 traits that make amazing content marketers. Tune in to hear what traits you need to be successful.

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  • [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Traits That Make Amazing Content Marketers
  • [00:35] 1: Consistency.
  • [01:00] You have to be consistent to be successful.
  • [01:10] 2: Creativity.
  • [01:20] Think outside the box.
  • [01:30] 3: Being data driven.
  • [01:40] You have to make decisions based on data.
  • [02:15] 4: Hiring non-Ivy Leaguers.
  • [02:20] Sometimes, Ivy League alumni are too smart for their own good.
  • [02:30] Neil had trouble understanding a Dartmouth graduate that he interviewed.
  • [02:57] 5: Being open minded.
  • [03:29] 6: Passion.
  • [03:40] Do what you love and your content will fare much better.
  • [03:51] 7: Resourcefulness.
  • [04:01] Resourceful people are hustlers and can find great solutions to big problems.
  • [04:38] That’s it for today!
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