Marketing Knowledge Base
marketing? if i study an online marketing course would it help me get a good career? would i be able to do event planning? is marketing fun and do you meet alot of people?
How do I find marketing people in USA, who will work on commissions-only basis to market for IT consulting? We are a 2 person start-up company. We have purchased a company with 10 years history, very good credit rating, and at zero employees, in NorthEast USA. Since we are tight on budget and are working as full time consultants ourselves, we are unable to market and expand the company. We were wondering if there are any websites/resources (besides posting an Ad on a jobs website) which we can explore to communicate to potential IT services marketing personnel in the NorthEast USA, to see if we can work on a commission-only basis initially. Once we start serving 2-3 clients and place a few consultants, we can afford to switch to a salary + commission option. This can be a great option for a marketing person who has contacts in the market but would like to work from home or work flex-time. Thank You!
How can I successfully market my network marketing home business? I am a single mother of 1 and tired of working in corporate america. I want to learn how to market my Tahitian Noni network marketing business without targeting my friends and family. I want to come up with a great marketing idea that will not only help my business but others as well. Any suggestions?
How can one start a career in marketing research? I have a Bachelor's Degree with a concentration in Marketing. I am interested in getting into a career in the market research industry, however I am having difficulty finding jobs in this field. Most jobs for marketing majors seem to be in sales. I do not feel that I have the right personality and strengths to be successfu in sales. I am more of an analytical, detailed, organized person who prefers woking with data and solving problems. I have looked on the major job search sites, but there are not many opportunities for entry-level candidates. I have researched companies who specialize in market research in my area, and I have been on two interviews, but no job offer. Should I start to look in another direction? What type of work could be a good stepping stone for somebody who wants to get into marketing research? The job interviews I had with the market research companies were entry-level posiitons involving clerical type work.Should I look for clerical positions for experience?
What are the best marketing magazines to read to keep you up-to-date? I am new to the marketing field and have landed a job about 7 months ago planning, creating and executing the marketing efforts for a small company. Now that I have a firm grasp of the industry and company as to where it has been and where it wants to go, I'd like to subscribe to some magazines/ newspapers, etc that will keep me up-to-date with buying trends, consumer behavior, economic forcasts and marketing ideas. Any suggestions>
What is the difference between a marketing campaign and a promotion? My belief is that promotion is more broad than a marketing campaign (think the four p's). A marketing campaign is found within promotion. I was also assuming a campaign is a strategy of speaking to a particular segment within your target. Is this the case? What if, for example, you have marketing activities you are doing specifically for Christmas. Could this be the Christmas promotion within a wider campaign?
What is the difference between marketing and advertising? What is the difference between marketing and advertising? I am going to look at colleges over vacation and I think that my dream job would be something to do with fashion merchandising or being like a buyer. I am not sure what major would be the best for this. I am thinking either marketing or advertising/public relations. Which major would help me with those career goals and also offer me the most flexibility in finding other jobs?
How can I find a marketing company and do I need an attorney first? I have a product I would like to get developed. It's very simple. But I need a company that can help with licensing, packaging, legal stuff, and marketing. Also, should I see an attorney to draw up a non-disclosure agreement first before I present my idea to any marketing company? I'm in Northeast Ohio. Any ideas?
What kind of positions could I get in a career in Marketing? Whats the job title, and what I would be doing? I know there are different areas in which marketing covers, such as: research, analysis, creative department, and so on. I would love for someone to elaborate on these, and more, areas in which marketing covers. What is the income of someone in the creative department. I would love to have some involvement in the creative process/ advertising sector or the production process. I know that people with certain personalities would do better in certain fields in marketing, but is it possible to learn the skills needed to excel in these areas? Also, what does a "marketing agent" do?
What are some creative marketing tips for a new loan officer? I am a new loan officer and I need help with marketing. What are some creative ways to get your name out to the public? I heard visiting real estate offices is a good way to find business and putting flyers on people's doors is another. Does anyone have any other tips I can try?
For marketing jobs, is it easy to change the industry you work in? I am a recent graduate looking for a marketing job. I have an interview for a marketing assistant role at a bank but I don't want to be working in the financial services industry for my career. If I work for a bank for the next couple of years - would it be hard to change industry in my next job?
How much money should to be invested for a third-party marketing service? My company is in dire need of some marketing support. We have been approached by a marketing group who has contacts in our field and they have set a specific number for three months worth of services (includes money for packaging, advertising, etc.). How much on average should a company invest into marketing? So far, thank you for the help. Is there an available number value for a small business trying to sell a product in Home Depots and Lowes?
How can I get the attention of a marketing company that I want to work for? What has worked for you? I have found a marketing company (Valassis) that I want to work for. I don't have any experience in the marketing field, but I do have about 15 years of retail and counsultative sales experience. I am currently a top producing retail consultant, who is great at building relationships and problem solving. I would welcome any suggestions, as to how I may get a foot in the door, even if the position is not in sales. Thank you.
What does a career in marketing pretain to? I was thinking of making marketing my major in college. I need more information on what type of jobs would be available to me after I was done. I was also wondering if this is a good career path to go into?
What would you say is good take home pay for a marketing executive / head of marketing in west midlands? I have worked for the same IT company for 8 years. I have has two salary raises of £50 per month and £100 per month. I am the marketing department in that I have to do everything, events, marketing plans, pr, funding, networking, go up and down the country and so on. I take home £1300 a month after deductions. My appraisal is coming up but if the sales team salaries are not risen, then the chance of them getting sales from following my campaigns are low. I would move if I could...but they are likely to say if I don't like it, go..I would just like to be paid something close to what the job actually is. not what management think it is....so - any advice?
Who has experience with network marketing and taxes? I received a 1099 from my network marketing company for commissions and overrides. I also received a statement from them called Taxable Income REcap that shows how much I spent on Purchasing Products. You buy products at wholesale and sell them at retail. The difference is your income or "right now" money. This money is not easily tracked because they can't tell how much you sold at full cost, how much you sold at discounts and how much you kept for personal use or as gifts to further your business. Do I need to somehow claim this on my taxes as income or should I just claim what was noted on my 1099? There is also a box on my 1099-MISC form that is checked that says "Payer made direct sales of $5000 or more of consumer products to a buyer (recipient) for resale." Does this relate to me or is this the company just saying that I bought more than $5000 worth of stuff to sell as I see fit? Anyone have any experience with this on their federal taxes?
How do I prepare myself if I want to be a marketing consultant? I have a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, contemplating to get my Masters in Marketing. I am currently in health care marketing right now. I work for a small company so pretty much I am the marketing department. In what areas should I work on? Appreciate your help.
How much for a Marketing Executive in Dublin? How much do you think a marketing executive should be paid? Two years experience, responsible for one market, preparing proposals, meeting and presenting to senior managers,developping marketing plan, planning sales, etc.. Bare in mind that in less then 8 months sales forecast went from 0 up to 600.000 euro thanks to me. I only get paid 30.000 euro per year and I might get 5000 more, but is 35.000 euro enough for a job like this in Dublin???
Does anyone know of good marketing magazines or publications to subscribe to? I´m a marketing manager in a company that deals with technical identification systems. I´m looking for a good marketing magazine to subscribe to, that is a bit more on the creative side, that informs about effective advertising, design, public relations etc, and not really about the statistical side to marketing. Any suggestions?
What is the most effective way to target foreign nationals? I am marketing a successful condo-hotel? I am marketing a condo-hotel located in Orlando,Fl. 90% of our buyers are foreign nationals. We are a luxury resort with fully furnished condos located by Disney. Phase 1 (432 units) opened almost 2 years ago and I am now on to marketing the 2nd Phase. The market has changed since then and I can no longer rely on realtors to bring buyers. I have several campaigns in progress but I am interested in your ideas. Thanks!
How do I create an effective marketing proposal? I work in an event firm and we have our pilot project. I'd like to ask for help on how to create marketing proposals that will truly deliver positive results. Any tips? Thanks. The proposals are to be submitted for prospective advertisers.
How does a company design the proper marketing mix? Marketing strategy consists of selecting a segment of the market as the company's target market and designing the proper marketing "mix" that meets the needs of that segment. Discuss how this is achieved.
Need a partner to begin an advertising and marketing business? Hi Im a Marketing and advertising professional with 10 years of experience in the hispanic market of south america and two years in the latino market of southern california. I have strong knowledge of the Hispanic market and its purchase behaivor. I need to meet an american professional. Why? because I dont speak well english. I need to improve it. I am working on it. Of course I can understand 100% english. But to make business you need to speak english. So that's my problem. I want to target all the american companies that look for the Hispanic Market here in California. So what do you think about it?
What are the best careers to go into if you are a marketing major? I have loved marketing from my first marketing class, but what career should i go into? I'm so puzzled there is a million things out there to do. Math isn't my favorite part of marketing even though i know it is a part of it sometimes. Does anybody have any suggestions?
How can you calculate the Marginal Return of additional marketing spend? I'd be interested if anyone knows how to adapt the calculation of Marginal return for marketing spend. I'm trying to work out an ideal cost per application for my online marketing spend. If I can develop a marginal returns graph based on previous spend I think I can find this 'ideal' level. Thanks!
How do I go about marketing a remodeling company? How do I start out marketing a remodeling comany. I have over thirty years of experience and am tired of working for others. Is a partner optional, one to sale and market, one for production? No employees, sub out everything but the management end.
Marketing? I am attending University in the Fall but im confused. I have been accepted into Commerce at my university and i was planning on majoring in Marketing. However i am not sure if I am picturing what Marketing really is. I want to be the one who will come up with the ad. I don't want to make it just create the idea for it. Is that what Marketing would en tale or should i just go into Arts and Sciences? Thanks
What are the main duties for a product marketing manager? I am just wondering about some following questions about the position of product marketing manager: what are the differences between a general marketing plan and the marketing plan made by the product marketing manager? I am talking about the ERP software product . For example,do the marketing objectives contain only the finacial figures (which is in tune with traditional marketing theory)when a product marketing manager making marketing plan.
What is the effective marketing strategy? I'm going to be a marketing director for a medical transcription company..our target market are doctors...what will be the best marketing tool that will cater to doctors.
What is the difference between marketing and advertising? I am going to look at colleges over vacation and I think that my dream job would be something to do with fashion merchandising or being like a buyer. I am not sure what major would be the best for this. I am thinking either marketing or advertising/public relations. Which major would help me with those career goals and also offer me the most flexibility in finding other jobs?
What are some different marketing business professions? I am finishing up my Bachelors degree in Marketing and will be starting my MBA following. I am wondering what different professions are out there and a job description with them for those with a marketing degree. I know of these: Marketing Manager Marketing Assistant Manager Brand Manager Investment Bankers What are many others that I may be interested in? I would like to research these different professions and what they entitle. Thanks for the help.
How can I get into a Marketing position at a large company or marketing firm without a marketing degree? I have all the talent to get into marketing. Been an Interior Designer for 6 years so I'm very creative and present well. I have been in Outside Sales for 4 years so I know a lot about the consumer end and business of selling. My personality is very outgoing. I am just having the hardest time trying to bust into a company without some Marketing degree or at least a marketing course of some kind. I wish I could go back to school but I can't. I have no money or time with the job I have now. Cheers!
How can I get the attention of a marketing company that I want to work for? What has worked for you? I have found a marketing company (Valassis) that I want to work for. I don't have any experience in the marketing field, but I do have about 15 years of retail and counsultative sales experience. I am currently a top producing retail consultant, who is great at building relationships and problem solving. I would welcome any suggestions, as to how I may get a foot in the door, even if the position is not in sales. Thank you.
Would a marketing degree be acceptable in architectural design? I know this is an odd question BUT... Can someone who has a marketing or business degree, enter a graduate architectural design program at a university, let's say, Auburn? Where they could do marketing & design in an architectural firm? Is that even possible? Or would one need to have some other type of degree, if so, what would be more beneficial? It's just that the main concern is, if a different degree is needed, then 2 or 3 years of undergraduate courses would be required, I am pretty positive. Thanks so much!
What are some MARKETING ideas for a new cleaning business? I recently started my own cleaning business and would greatly appreciate any unique marketing ideas anyone could suggest. I have already passed out fliers, put an ad in the paper, and posted on craigslist. If you can think of anything else - please let me know!! Thanks!
What percentage of gross revenue would go towards marketing? I'm working on a uni assignment about marketing, and I'm wondering how much a company selling shipping containers would spend on advertising and marketing? What percentage of revenue would go towards promoting the products? They sell to both businesses and residential customers.
What kind of marketing should i use for a new pizza place? I live in a small city I guess. There are a lot of ppl and lots of demand. But i don't know where to start for marketing. There are a lot of houses and apartments around. Many businesses. Tons of people, but i don't know what to start with. Any ideas?
How do I break into marketing with a non-traditional resume? I am a very creative person who loves science but has grown tired of typical bench work. I will be completing my PhD this spring and I'd like to break into marketing and/or advertising, with a long-term goal of working for a pharmaceutical company in their marketing department. I have an excellent science background. I have some hand-on experience in marketing, advertising, and PR for groups I volunteer with (college alumni group and sorority), but I have no formal training in marketing and my experience is rather spread out over the years. Any advice on how to break into a marketing/advertising job? I know I'll have to start at the ground and work my way up and I'm very willing to do it--how do I convince potential employers to take a chance? Thank you for all answers!
What is a good email marketing solutions? I am looking to email 8000 users on a daily basis, emailing them about every 2-3 days by deleting old users and importing new ones. I am looking for a good email marketing solution that would send emails to my users' inbox and not mark them spam. I am looking for softwares only, or a good and cheap site thanks.
What's the key to success when marketing to women online? I've started a small online business that caters to girl and women. I still feel unable to market to them though lol. I know they're more emotional than us (men) and might be attracted to what moves them rather than what works best but not sure how to go about marketing to them. I think like a man when I market to them because I'm a man lol. Any ideas, tips or anything else that might help me do better in this regard?
What is the best way for a marketing consultant to structure a pay-for-performance fee plan with a client? I'm starting a marketing consulting business and want to structure deals where I can get a percentage of new sales from my clients as a result of my marketing suggestions. Jay Abraham advocates these types of deals in a lot of this marketing books. I can't really find a lot of good examples online about exactly how to do this. If you're a consultant, have you ever structured deals this? If so, how and what resources can I use to further research this?
How much does someone in international marketing make yearly? I am doing research on international marketing. I would like to know how much someone in international marketing makes yearly, what schooling requirements are needed and what skills are needed and preferred. Also, do you need to have an internship with an international company? Any information about international marketing would be helpful, as long as the websites are reliable and contain real information.
What's the difference between social marketing and responsible marketing? Hi all.. i'm doing an assignment on marketing.I chose social marketing as my topic.. but now I'm confused whether there is any difference between the responsible marketing and social marketing.. please help me.. i had to submit the assignment tomorrow.. and please also tell me whether societal marketing and responsible marketing are synonymous..
What are some good books to get for learning about marketing? I've been put into a new position at work for a marketing coordinator. I'm currently under an outsourced director of marketing who is showing me some things and I'm being groomed to be his protege. I'm trying to learn as much about marketing as I can. Are there any good books out there I can buy at a Barnes & Noble or Borders that will allow me to learn the basics about marketing? Thanks.
What is the top marketing company that markets online websites? I am going to start an online business soon and I would like to advertise online. However, there are tons of companies out there that say they can get me hits on my website and can get me at the top of search engines. I don't have the money, time or resources to try each one, however, if anyone knows of any marketing companies that has a proven track record, I would be oblige to know.
What types of online marketing or social networking methods work for small bookkeeping services? I run a small bookkeeping service and am just starting to get my feet wet with online marketing and social networking from a business standpoint. I have had some success with google adwords. What other types of methods have you found that have worked? What methods have you found that don't work? Thus far I have tried (adwords, facebook, twitter, blogs) I am specifically interested in online advertising methods from an accounting/bookkeeping services point of view.
What are the pros and cons of a career in marketing? I am getting a degree in marketing. I am also thinking of switching to an accounting degree. I am trying to get the pros and cons of both. This question is for the marketing side. What is a career in marketing like (small or big firms)? What is the money like? How is the demand? Is there a lot of travel? Other advice. Thanks.
How are they getting away with marketing Transformers 2 to little kids? The new Transformers movie is rated PG13 last time I checked, and yet Nickelodeon has been marketing it during shows like Dora the Explorer and Spongebob. My son got a Transformers toy in his Burger King Kids meal as well. How are they able to market this movie to such a broad range of children when arguably the kids who are viewing the ads really can't see the movie anyway? Does this bother anyone else?
What are some great sites to sell direct marketing consumer lists to businesses quickly? I have some direct marketing lists that I want to sell. They are generalized, regional specific lists (mostly customers based in Florida) and I want to try to sell them to people looking to expand their businesses, either those located in Florida or trying to build a base in Florida. I am selling them cheaper than the going rate because I am just getting started. And while I know a lot of people sell to bigger direct marketing companies, I don't really want to go that route right now. Any suggestions? High traffic/high response sites preferred.
How to get better at marketing yourself and network skills? I have a degree in Biology and like thousands of people I am trying to obtain a job/career. I find when I go on interviews or even in my resume, I suck at marketing myself and my accomplishments. And, on top of that my networking skills are a little low. Do any of you have any tips on how to better market yourself and better networking skills/techniques?
Should I finish my Marketing Degree or start all over again and go for a degree in a subject that I love? I started on a Marketing degree and now regret it. I have always loved to read and write and now I'm thinking of switching majors and going for an English degree. Thing is I've invested money in my Marketing classes and none of them apply to the English curriculum. I would end up spending MORE money and MORE time if I switch over. Should I just finish up my Marketing degree and possibly get a minor in English or Masters in English?
What is the best program for email marketing campaigns? I am about to launch a new computing goods website for the business and wish to inform customers on file about it. What is the best program to use to conduct email marketing campaigns? Have any of you lot got any suggestions, preferably we'd prefer one that has statistics such as read, deleted, un-subscribed, etc. Looking forward to your suggestions. Thanks
What certificate is effective when applying for Web marketing company? Hi, I'm looking for a position open for web marketing. I have a few years experience in IT but nothing in web development or marketing. As you know there are Microsoft and CIsco and Linux certificates if you hope to apply for those positions related. Please help if you knew what method will be most effective when applying for web marketing position. THanks.
Where to learn the Internet marketing basics from? I really want to make some extra money working from home and am interested in learning Internet marketing. I currently stay at home with my two little kids but would be able to devote about 25 hours a week to Internet marketing. It's just that I don't know where to start. Where do I find some great resources that help me with the Internet marketing basics as all the websites I have come across are not for absolute beginners like me?
Where to learn the Internet marketing basics from? I really want to make some extra money working from home and am interested in learning Internet marketing. I currently stay at home with my two little kids but would be able to devote about 25 hours a week to Internet marketing. It's just that I don't know where to start. Where do I find some great resources that help me with the Internet marketing basics as all the websites I have come across are not for absolute beginners like me?
Where are some good places to market my network marketing business? Hello all, I have become a distributor for a network marketing company that is new to Michigan. I am really excited about it, and so far it is working out way better than I had expected. I spend a lot of time online and I was wondering if anyone knew of some good place for me to advertise my business on line. If you know of any web pages where people would go to look for this kind of thing please let me know. Thanks, Stan.
Where to learn the Internet marketing basics from? I really want to make some extra money working from home and am interested in learning Internet marketing. I currently stay at home with my two little kids but would be able to devote about 25 hours a week to Internet marketing. It's just that I don't know where to start. Where do I find some great resources that help me with the Internet marketing basics as all the websites I have come across are not for absolute beginners like me?
What are the different types of marketing structures called? I know most companies/industries have a marketing department that caters to different types of business structures. I'm currently working for an MLM company in thier marketing department - our target audience are our associates....not the general public. What is this type of marketing approach called? I'm looking to expand my experience and build my resume so that I'm not limited to only this type of business...I'd like to work for a company that markets to the public. What are these different types of marketing structures called?
What exactly is the best approach to article marketing? I am quite new to the whole Internet marketing and SEO thing and I would really love to make marketing online a full-time job. But I am honestly so overwhelmed right now. I have read that article marketing is the best way to market my websites, but how exactly do I go about doing this?
what marketing materials should i bring to a modeling and talent agency? I have a meeting with a modeling agency in a week or so. I'm just starting out so the only pictures I have are unprofessionally done photos. She asked me to bring any marketing material I have. I don't want to go in without anything, but then I don't know what kind of marketing material I could bring since none of my pictures were done professionally. Any advice?
How much money does the average person make in sports marketing? I will receive my bachelors in sport management from Ohio University with a minor in business and am looking to find a job in a sport marketing firm primarily in Chicago or a large city. I am interested in working in marketing or sponsorship and want to focus more on business rather than sports if that makes any sense. I am looking to work in the highest paid part of the sports industry but am not quite sure if sports marketing is it. Also, if any one knows any great sport marketing firms please list. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
How long should I make the distribution part of a marketing plan? I need to write the distribution section of a marketing plan, for a group project in my marketing class. The teacher isn't very clear with her instructions. The plan has to be based on an imported product from another country that we as a group picked, but I am not sure what to include in the distribution part? How many pages should it be?
What is network marketing and how does it work? I've seen a few people on the internet talking about how well they are doing with network marketing and how much money they are making, could someone please help me to understand what network marketing is, whether or not it is worth while doing nd if a full time business could be run doing it, it seems like a good investment but i don't like to trust everything i see on the net.
What careers are available with a marketing degree? I am in high school and want to go to college for marketing. I have taking courses in marketing, advertising, business/marketing math, business management/leadership, and design so I have a pretty good idea that I want to go somewhere in marketing or advertising, but what are some examples of jobs I could do with a four-year degree in marketing? Or a master's? Thanks for your time!