Episode #1245
The Best Marketers Are The Most Entrepreneurial
December 28, 2019

In episode #1245, we discuss why the best marketers out there are usually more entrepreneurial! Looking at our own experiences coming up in marketing and in particular the example of our friend Syed Balkhi, we can see the links between creativity, innovation, and success. Tune in to get some inspiration for how you can turn your marketing skills into a business!

TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

  • [00:25] Today’s topic: Why the Best Marketers are the Most Entrepreneurial. 
  • [00:34] Eric’s practices around learning when he started out in the marketing game.
  • [01:29] Why Neil values creativity over all else in marketing.
  • [02:01] The example of Syed Balkhi and his career path in marketing.
  • [03:31] Frugality and creativity; a winning combination.
  • [04:44] Taking your marketing skills and applying them to a business of your own.
  • [05:38] That’s it.
  • [05:43] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information.

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