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Top AI Tools for Digital Marketing Students
Jonathan L. Simon Jonathan L. Simon

Top AI Tools for Digital Marketing Students

AI isn't coming. It's already here.

If you're not using AI in your marketing efforts every day, then you're falling behind. The students who master AI now won't just get better grades. They will be the ones employers chase after in 2025 and beyond.

Tools that used to sound futuristic are now part of everyday marketing and are growing more powerful daily. Whether planning campaigns, designing graphics, or sending emails, AI can help with your marketing efforts.

The best part? You don’t need to be a tech genius to use these tools. Most of them are designed to be simple and intuitive, even for complete beginners. You can leverage AI to create content, analyze trends, and better…

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Best Digital Marketing Podcasts for Students
Jonathan L. Simon Jonathan L. Simon

Best Digital Marketing Podcasts for Students

They’re free, flexible, and full of real-world advice from people doing the work right now. Whether you’re in your first marketing class or halfway through your 3rd co-op term, the right podcast can help you connect classroom concepts with real industry insights.

This list is built specifically for students. Every podcast here is free to listen to, packed with practical advice, and hosted by credible marketing professionals. Whether you want to learn SEO, grow your personal brand, or explore career paths, there’s something here for you.

Share with your friends. Bookmark this list. Your future self will thank you.

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How to Design a Marketing Portfolio Website
Jonathan L. Simon Jonathan L. Simon

How to Design a Marketing Portfolio Website

If you're a student studying marketing, or have recently graduated. You are probably trying to get freelance work, applying for an internship, or ready to start your career. If so, you’ve probably heard this advice: “You should build a portfolio site.

A personal website helps you stand out, looks professional, and gives you space to show what you can do. It shows that you are a digital marketer, because you are doing digital marketing.

If you don’t know why or how to build a digital marketing portfolio to showcase your digital marketing strategy knowledge. In that case, you can check out this post on the ultimate digital marketing portfolio guide.

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Digital Storytelling for Embassies: Build Public Trust
Jonathan L. Simon Jonathan L. Simon

Digital Storytelling for Embassies: Build Public Trust

Most embassies use social media like a loudspeaker. They make announcements, post official photos, and move on. Also, they have limited resources and probably don’t have a digital marketer on staff. But here's the thing: that approach doesn’t connect with people.

Social media isn’t just for posting, it’s for building relationships. And relationships are built through sharing stories and having conversations.

If you want to build public trust, you have to go beyond announcements. People don’t engage with titles or institutions. They connect with people, moments, and meaning. That’s what storytelling does.

You don’t have to be an influencer to do this well. You just need to start thinking about how to show and not just tell what your embassy is really about.

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Building a Successful Content Funnel for Your Business
Jonathan L. Simon Jonathan L. Simon

Building a Successful Content Funnel for Your Business

A content funnel is a strategic framework designed to move prospects through the buyer’s journey. From initial brand awareness to conversion, using tailored content at each stage of engagement.

This journey is typically segmented into three core phases: TOFU (Top of Funnel), MOFU (Middle of Funnel), and BOFU (Bottom of Funnel). Each stage corresponds to a different level of audience intent and requires distinct content formats and messaging strategies to effectively nurture leads and reduce friction in the path to purchase.

In this article, I’ll explore how to architect a high-performing content funnel, clarify its impact on full-funnel marketing performance, and outline how to align content production with business goals across the funnel.

I’ll also cover SEO considerations for each stage, discuss attribution challenges, and introduce analytics tools to measure funnel efficacy and iterate based on data-driven insights.

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How to Get Your First Freelance Digital Marketing Client
Jonathan L. Simon Jonathan L. Simon

How to Get Your First Freelance Digital Marketing Client

You don’t become a marketer by studying digital marketing strategy. You become one by doing it.

You can write a caption, build a content calendar, write an email campaign, or maybe even set up a basic ad campaign. But here’s the real test: can you convince someone to pay you to do it?

For many early-stage digital marketers, landing that first freelance client isn’t about skill, it’s about confidence and clarity. It’s not about being the best, it’s all about starting.

This guide walks you through how to get your first freelance client without relying on Fiverr, Upwork, or mass job boards. Instead, you’ll focus on leveraging what you already know, who you already know, and how to turn one successful project into long-term momentum.

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How to get more clients from Instagram DMs
Jonathan L. Simon Jonathan L. Simon

How to get more clients from Instagram DMs

80% of consumers are more likely to buy from brands that reply to them on social media (Sprout Social). Also, people are moving from public to private interactions. So why do so many businesses still ghost their inbox?

You may have noticed that public comments on posts are falling while private direct messages (DMs) are rising. This shift matters for businesses and marketers. It changes how we connect with customers. In this article, I’ll look at why this change is happening and share practical tips on how to adapt your social media strategy now.

I will answer common questions like, “Why are people not commenting on my posts anymore?” and “Are Instagram DMs better than comments for engagement?

In recent years, many businesses have seen a drop in public comments on their social media posts. Instead of chatting in the comments section, users are sending private messages. This behavior change is not just a random shift. It points to deeper trends in how people want to interact online.

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What Are the Different Career Paths for a Digital Marketer?
Jonathan L. Simon Jonathan L. Simon

What Are the Different Career Paths for a Digital Marketer?

Here’s something you might not know: digital marketing careers are way more diverse than you think. Digital marketing is not just about posting on social media. It covers many roles that mix creativity with data skills. Whether you are a university student or a recent graduate, this field offers a chance to build a rewarding career.

In this article, I look at different career paths, emerging roles, and what you need to get started. I'll also answer common questions about education, certifications (more on the best free certifications), and salaries.

Digital marketing uses online channels like websites, social media, email, and search engines to promote brands, products, or services. Nearly every business needs a strong online presence today.

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How to Grow an Audience with Short-Form Video Marketing
Jonathan L. Simon Jonathan L. Simon

How to Grow an Audience with Short-Form Video Marketing

You only have 1.7 seconds to catch someone’s attention online. Short-form video is built for that.

Over the last few years, short-form video content has changed the way we communicate online. People love getting quick insights in less than a minute, and platforms are responding by pushing these bite-sized clips to massive audiences. It has become an essential digital marketing strategy for all organizations.

It started with the rise of TikTok, and then other social media platforms started to take note and launch similar platforms. Meta launched Reels, YouTube started Shorts, and then Pinterest and even LinkedIn followed.

According to a HubSpot report, 85% of marketers say short-form video is the most effective format on social media platforms…

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How to get more engagement on LinkedIn: Tips 2025
Jonathan L. Simon Jonathan L. Simon

How to get more engagement on LinkedIn: Tips 2025

Ever wondered why some LinkedIn posts get tons of engagement while others get ignored?

LinkedIn is more than a place to list your resume. It’s where you build your personal brand, share your ideas, connect with professionals, and receive opportunities. More than 300 million people use LinkedIn every day. Employers are looking to fill job positions and most employees say it is their best source of professional content.

This article explains why LinkedIn is a great platform for building your personal brand. It also shows you how to get more engagement on LinkedIn in 2025. I’ll break down how the platform works, share step-by-step instructions, and offer easy hacks to boost your visibility and growth your connections.

If you haven’t yet optimized your profile, check out this guide on perfecting your LinkedIn profile first.

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