Episode #1401
How to Get a Good Digital Marketing Intern
June 02, 2020

In episode #1401, we share how to get a good digital marketing intern! If you, like us, want hungry, humble and smart new members on a growing team, hiring interns is a great way to do this and can benefit everyone in the process! Tune in to hear about the best avenues to explore to find promising talent and committed new team members.

TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

  • [00:25] Today’s topic: How to Get a Good Digital Marketing Intern.
  • [00:31] What makes a good marketing intern?
  • [01:04] Offering value to founders and CEOs through surprising things.
  • [01:51] The growth of interns into something important in a company.
  • [02:15] Posting to AngelList, colleges and forums for talent-scouting.
  • [03:39] Hiring processes, smart training techniques and setting interns up for success.
  • [04:47] Keeping a great intern on the team through a full time offer.
  • [05:02] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

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Pepperdine

AngelList

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