I've been in retail sales and marketing for over 30 years. The best news is that this industry changes so fast it keeps it exciting and interesting. I'm reading, researching, learning and listening every day to keep sharp on my marketing skills. I've...
This is my absolute favorite business and marketing podcast. Jenna's content, guests and resources are the best. She is a Duluth, MN native so right in my area which is also super fun! She releases new content each week, and so many of her past broad...
Goal Digger Podcast - Jenna Kutcher
To follow up with Jenna Kutcher's Goal Digger Podcast this is a must-read/listen to book by the same author. This book helped me make some career choice decisions and was incredible confidence booster. Great to read and great to gift. Even if you are...
How Are You, Really? Living Your Truth
I recently stumbled upon the Abigail Peugh podcast. I have to day so many episodes have valuable learnings for finding your marketing niche, using digital learning as a new way for entrepreneurs to branch out and so much more. She found success early...
The Abigail Peugh Podcast
Another great podcast for marketing and brand lovers. My favorite episode features Ali Wing, CEO of Oobli. It is real life experiences of master marketers.
The Marketing Playbook with Mark Friedman
In addition to being a VP in Marketing I also own my own balloon decor business. For that reason this podcast is a business MUST for me. And I'm an upcoming guest in season 2. It's fun, entertaining and the hosts are awesome. Learn something new from...
On Air With LA Balloons
I love this book and the associated quiz. Make sure you buy the book from a reputable seller so it includes a new, unused code for the strengh assessment. I recommend you take this for yourself if you make a career pivot or after 5 years or so. I als...
Strengths Finder 2.0: Online Test Access
Make a profile, remain active and learn from all the strong marketers in this community. From articles to daily posts, you will want to follow brands that inspire you. It's a great platform that continues to grow. Also great for job hunters and peopl...
LinkedIn Profile (Social Platform)
I've been a reader of self-help books since college. This is another quick and inspiring read. Great when you are feeling stable, or when you make a change. Awesome reminders on how habits make and shape you.
Atomic Habits: Build Good & Break Bad Ones
I've built my career on relationship building (and sometimes you just need a refresh). I've been rehired by past leaders, recommended by past colleagues and been successful building my own teams year over year. Sometimes you just need to pause to man...
How to Talk to Anyone: 92 Tricks for Success
In this social media, recommendation driven, amazon review bible of conversations there is nothing more true than learning about what makes something contagious. I love this book. It's eye opening all around.
Contagious: Why Things Catch On
I love my Macbook. It is a must in this profession I can seamlessly use the best creative software without sacrificing other data and software needs. Creatives don't use PCs. Sorry, not sorry.
MacBook Pro 14-inch
I've been in sales & marketing for over 30 years. I'm already expanding my own knowledge with The Roadmap. After only a few hours I knew this was the BEST decision I've made for my business. And master class reseller rights are a blessing for my ...
Digital Marketing Course
Don't judge, but I can't start a new year without my oversized wall calendar. Something about a paper calendar keeps me organized and gives me an instant visual that isn't my phone or a sharable outlook calendar. I love it and swear by it as a market...
18 Months Wall Calendar Oct. 2024 - Mar. 2026
The quickest way to a marketers heart is through good writing utinsils. I think my co workers and I gift pens on all our birthdays. Add a fun notebook and you are set! We appreciate a usable gift.
Sharpie S-Gel Gel Pens, Champagne, 4 Count
Nothing beats a fresh notebook. I love graph paper because then I don't feel obligated to stay in the lines. This is a fave of mine. Great for you and also makes a lovely gift.
Graph Paper Notebook - Spiral Notebook 8.5" x 11"
I don't know what I'd do without my Audible subscription. I spend time traveling (by air) for my marketing job and I also tend to have lots of car time. Listening to me is also reading!! And great way to catch up on self-help/learning reads. I do 1 p...
Membership Plans & Pricing - Audible.com
As a marketer and entrepreneur with self-diagnosed ADHD I need to practice mindfulness. I'm very squirrly and sometimes have trouble focusing on only one thing. It's good practice to have a good mindful routine. High stress positions require relaxati...
Practicing Mindfulness: 75 Essential Meditations
Guilty pleasure. I love LuluLemon backpacks. As someone in a marketing role I often travel to events and the corporate office for the brand I work for. Get your first marketing job, or 10th and treat yourself. Keep a well stocked bag you love.