Jonathan Simon

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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…

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.

Imagine a world where your brand attracts customers effortlessly. That is the power of a strong online presence. When done right, your brand becomes more than a business. Your brand becomes a trusted name that people remember and recommend.

In today’s digital world, your online brand is more than a logo or a website. It is your business’s digital identity. An online brand is how customers see your business online. It is built on your website, social media, customer reviews, emails, and more.

In this article, I will explain what an online brand is and why it matters for your business. I will also share practical steps to help you build and manage your online brand. You will learn about brand strategy, identity, digital marketing strategy, and more.

This guide is simple and clear. By the end, you will know how to build a strong online presence that builds trust and drives business growth.

Your LinkedIn profile is your online handshake. It's more than just a social network. It opens doors to opportunities, if you know how to make it count.

LinkedIn is a platform where you can build your professional identity and boost your career. A strong profile can open doors to new opportunities. This could be a new mentor, side hustle, or job.

I signed up for LinkedIn in 2009. The platform had been around for 7 years, but it was around this time, that it really started to take off. As a digital marketer, I wanted to experiment with the latest platform. Over the years, I consistently connected with people, engaged with their content and eventually started posting my own. There is no doubt in my mind that this cycle has led to the career I have today.

In this article, I will cover how to set up LinkedIn, optimize your profile with SEO, build your personal brand, network effectively, avoid common pitfalls, and track your performance. I will also answer…