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To build your online reputation and your personal brand, you need to present yourself as an expert, someone people will want to hire or buy something from. A blog is an ideal way to hone your personal brand online. more
Senior marketers say the most important quality/ability of a successful CMO is to be the voice of the customer at the leadership table, according to recent research from The CMO Survey. more![15 Tips to Help You Write Faster [Infographic]](https://i.marketingprofs.com/assets/images/articles/lg/170908-infographic-lg.jpg)
Ready, set, go! Learn how to take the pace of your writing from snail to cheetah with these 15 tips to write faster. more
Gaining greater independence is the top reason people say they would start a small business, according to recent research from Paychex. more
Orthopedic surgeon is the highest-paying job title in the United States, and computer science is the highest-paying field of study, according to recent research from LinkedIn. more
When it's time to outsource copywriting or content writing to bolster your marketing, you need to be clear on one thing: Should you hire a copywriter or a content writer? We'll explain all the differences (and similarities!) so you can hire the writer that's right for your project. more
Looking to get hired as a marketer? Or to hire one yourself? Here are the five attributes that a modern marketer needs—and the ones that marketing leaders need to look for when hiring a high-functioning marketing team. more![The One Thing That Can Make You More Productive at Work [Infographic]](https://i.marketingprofs.com/assets/images/articles/lg/170818-infographic-lg.jpg)
Yawwwwwn. Is your lack of sleep costing you productivity—and costing your company money? Learn why sleep is crucial to performing your best, and see what you can do to get more of it. more![How to Set Up Your Workspace for Maximum Productivity [Infographic]](https://i.marketingprofs.com/assets/images/articles/lg/170810-infographic-lg.jpg)
Want to up your productivity at work? Look around you. Your environment and work habits have a big impact on how efficient you are. Check out this infographic for some easy-to-implement tips to boost productivity. more
You should avoid using acronyms, emojis, memes, GIFs, and all-caps in your work emails if you want to come across as serious, intelligent, trustworthy, and professional to your co-workers, according to recent research from Fundera. more
Imagine graduating from college with a marketing degree and being able to immediately function as a marketer in most any company or situation. Education has forever grappled with the the "theory vs. practice" problem. Here's how to balance the two approaches. more
San Francisco is the US city offering the most jobs (per capita) for digital marketers seeking employment, according to recent research from MarketPro. more![Five Faces of the Gig Economy [Animated Infographic]](https://i.marketingprofs.com/assets/images/articles/lg/170802-infographic-lg.jpg)
The world of freelancing has grown, and there's no longer one definition of what a freelancer is. Check out this infographic by LinkedIn ProFinder and Intuit to see five types of gig workers today. Which one is right for your business? Or which one are you? more![How to Get a Grip on Your Inbox [Infographic]](https://i.marketingprofs.com/assets/images/articles/lg/170727-infographic-lg.jpg)
You should control your inbox—not the other way around. This infographic presents tips for getting your emails under control—to make you better focused and more productive. more![Marketers' Top 5 Challenges and How to Overcome Them [Infographic]](https://i.marketingprofs.com/assets/images/articles/lg/170724-infographic-lg.jpg)
It's no secret that marketers have a lot on their plates. Conflicting priorities and lack of resources can make marketers feel like they aren't accomplishing much. Check out this infographic for tips on how to get out of the that's-how-we've-always-done-it rut and get more done. more
Communication matters. In organizations without effective communication, leaders can't lead, products don't sell, and projects don't get funded. Which presents a paradox: if it's that important, why does most communication fail? more
Most salespeople turn to their peers and networks for tips on how to improve professionally, rather than rely on team (company) training resources and content sources, according to recent research from HubSpot. more![Monday Inspiration: Legendary Quotes From Successful Entrepreneurs [Infographic]](https://i.marketingprofs.com/assets/images/articles/lg/170710-infographic-lg.jpg)
Here's a little midsummer inspiration to get you motivated. See what successful entrepreneurs, from Bill Gates to Beyonce, have to say about overcoming challenges and performing their best. more![Are Americans Ever Free From Work Email? [Infographic]](https://i.marketingprofs.com/assets/images/daily-data-point/060717-ddp-lg.jpg)
Most Americans are dealing with work emails after office hours, including checking their inboxes on weekends and while on vacation, according to recent research from Reachmail. more
Most marketing and advertising executives expect to keep the size of their creative (nontechnical) staff steady in the second half of 2017, according to recent research from The Creative Group. more
Just because freelance writers aren't employees doesn't mean they aren't a valuable part of your marketing team. Here's how to seek out those who are right for you and bring them on board, and what signs to look for that they might not be working out. more
Google becomes the biggest job-search platform; Snapchat maps help users meet up; LinkedIn makes comments expressive; Music.ly's original programming with big partners; Instagram Stories user base soars; GIF's 30th anniversary... more
B2B technology marketers say "soft" abilities such as good communication and people management are the most important skills needed to succeed in the field, according to recent research from Spiceworks. more![12 Productivity Hacks to Help You Write Faster [Infographic]](https://i.marketingprofs.com/assets/images/articles/lg/170621-infographic-lg.jpg)
Setting yourself up with good writing habits can mean faster, better output. Here are 12 ideas for how to make yourself a more productive writer. more![A Blueprint for Hit Marketing Campaigns: Collaboration [Infographic]](https://i.marketingprofs.com/assets/images/articles/lg/170619-infographic-lg.jpg)
Getting people from various teams to collaborate on a marketing campaign can feel like you're herding cats. Here are some ideas on how to create a collaborative, connected team to drive successful campaigns. more
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