3 Skills That Will Make or Break Your Marketing Career (Rewind)
REWIND EPISODE: In this solo episode, I dive into the three critical skills every marketer needs to develop continuously: Copywriting, Relationship-Building, and Adaptability. Inspired by a listener's question, we explore how these skills not only form the foundation for successful marketing careers but also remain vital throughout a marketer's journey. Whether you're just starting or are well into your career, this episode offers actionable insights to enhance your marketing prowess and stay ahead in a fast-evolving industry.Key Takeaways:// Mastering Copywriting: Consistent, well-crafted copy is essential for effective communication and brand alignment.// Building Genuine Relationships: Strong professional connections can open doors and drive long-term success.// Humanizing Brand Interactions: Personal engagement on social media builds trust and community.// Embracing Adaptability: Flexibility and openness to change are crucial in a rapidly evolving marketing landscape.// Proactive Problem-Solving: Anticipating changes and preparing in advance helps navigate industry shifts smoothly.Read more on this topic via the MHH blog: HERE____Say hi! DM me on Instagram and let us know what content you want to hear on the show - I can't wait to hear from you! Please also consider rating the show and leaving a review, as that helps us tremendously as we move forward in this Marketing Happy Hour journey and create more content for all of you. Join our FREE Open Jobs group on LinkedIn: Join nowGet the latest from MHH, straight to your inbox: Join our email list!Follow MHH on Social: Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | Facebook
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Lessons on Brand Agility & Marketing Innovation | Lisa Bubbers of Studs and Orchestra
In this episode of Marketing Happy Hour, Cassie and Ally sit down with Lisa Bubbers — Chief Brand Officer at Orchestra and Co-Founder of Studs — for a rare, behind-the-scenes look at how the world’s most culturally relevant brands are built. Lisa breaks down the real story behind Studs’ breakout success, the early risks that paid off, and how she now leads strategy for a portfolio of ambitious brands navigating growth and transformation. She shares how Orchestra decodes audience signals, pressure-tests hunches with data, and designs systems for rapid learning, bold decision-making, and breakthrough creative. Whether you’re an early-career marketer or a seasoned brand leader, this conversation is packed with actionable insights on instinct vs. insight, innovation, and building brands people actually care about.Key Takeaways:// How Studs broke through the noise and became a category-defining brand in retail.// The early, risky decisions that shaped Studs’ identity and long-term traction.// How Orchestra identifies cultural signals and emerging trends before they gain steam.// Why great brands balance instinct with insight—and how to know which to trust when.// What an “innovation system” actually looks like inside a modern marketing organization.// How to design brand teams for speed, iteration, and breakthrough creativity.// Why the C-suite must cultivate entrepreneurial agility to drive results in fast-moving markets.// Top advice for young strategists who want to work inside an integrated model like Orchestra.// How to build brands that are culturally relevant, emotionally resonant, and impossible to ignore.Connect with Lisa: LinkedIn____Say hi! DM me on Instagram and let us know what content you want to hear on the show - I can't wait to hear from you! Please also consider rating the show and leaving a review, as that helps us tremendously as we move forward in this Marketing Happy Hour journey and create more content for all of you.
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Building a Social Media Strategy for a Global, Legacy Brand | Elizabeth Thompson of National Geographic
In this episode, we sit down with Elizabeth Thompson, Senior Manager of Social Media at National Geographic, who leads strategy for one of the largest social ecosystems in the world—over 400 million followers across platforms. Elizabeth shares the career journey that took her from freelancer to running social for one of the most iconic storytelling brands, including how she grew Nat Geo’s Instagram from 250M to 270M and TikTok from 2.5M to 9M. We unpack how Nat Geo stays relevant in today’s cultural landscape, how her team uses UGC, storytelling, and new formats to reach global audiences, and what creators and marketers can learn from building social strategy at scale.Key Takeaways:// How to grow a legacy brand on social: The frameworks Nat Geo uses to stay culturally relevant while staying true to its roots.// The power of UGC at scale: Why user-generated content fuels @NatGeoYourShot and how it drives community, not just reach.// Building strategy for massive audiences: How Elizabeth approaches content for 400M+ followers across seven platforms.// Career lessons for social pros: How early internships, freelancing, and experimentation shaped her career—and how creators can follow a similar path.// Team building in social: What it takes to scale from platform manager to leading a multi-platform social team.// The role of storytelling in modern social: How Nat Geo blends cultural moments, trends, and visual storytelling to stay top-of-feed.Connect with Elizabeth: LinkedInFollow Nat Geo: NatGeoYourShot | NatGeo____Say hi! DM me on Instagram and let us know what content you want to hear on the show - I can't wait to hear from you! Please also consider rating the show and leaving a review, as that helps us tremendously as we move forward in this Marketing Happy Hour journey and create more content for all of you. Join our FREE Open Jobs group on LinkedIn: Join nowGet the latest from MHH, straight to your inbox: Join our email list!Follow MHH on Social: Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | Facebook
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The Playbook for Modern Brand Partnerships (and Cultural Relevance) | Mike Tresvant of Complex
What does it take to build a brand that doesn’t just cover culture—but defines it? In this episode, we sit down with Mike Tresvant, EVP of Brand Partnerships at Complex, to unpack how the iconic media brand continues to thrive in a shifting digital landscape. From ComplexCon’s 300+ brand activations to the company’s resurgence post-acquisition, Mike shares how a challenger mindset, authentic storytelling, and cultural fluency keep Complex ahead of the curve. We talk about what brands get wrong when trying to tap into culture, the new skills every marketer needs in the next five years, and why “selling relevance” is the real metric of success in today’s attention economy.Key Takeaways:// Culture > Content: The future of marketing lies in creating cultural moments, not just media impressions.// The Challenger Mindset: Complex succeeds by thinking like an underdog—staying agile, experimental, and deeply connected to youth culture.// Earning Relevance: Brands can’t buy their way into culture—they have to show up authentically and add value.// ComplexCon’s Blueprint: Over 300 brand partnerships prove that when commerce, content, and culture intersect, real engagement follows.// Skills for the Future: Marketers who blend cultural intelligence with business acumen will lead the next wave of brand partnerships.// The Power of Community: Success comes from listening to your audience and co-creating experiences that reflect their world.Connect with Mike: LinkedIn____Say hi! DM me on Instagram and let us know what content you want to hear on the show - I can't wait to hear from you! Please also consider rating the show and leaving a review, as that helps us tremendously as we move forward in this Marketing Happy Hour journey and create more content for all of you. Join our FREE Open Jobs group on LinkedIn: Join now (https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9238088/)Get the latest from MHH, straight to your inbox: Join our email list! (https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63e9635c8e06d4dae9493eab)
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How to Nail Your Next Job Interview with the Three Cs
In this episode, Cassie and Ally sit down to unpack what it really takes to stand out in today’s competitive job market. After being laid off in early 2025, Ally found herself navigating interviews from a new perspective—and along the way, she discovered a framework that reshaped the way she communicates her strengths and value: The Three Cs—Clarity, Conviction, and Concise. Together, they break down how each “C” helps you show up as your best self in interviews, from defining your point of view to speaking with confidence and precision. Whether you’re job hunting or just want to articulate your value more effectively, this episode will help you refine how you tell your story—and get hired faster.Key Takeaways:// The Three Cs Framework: How clarity, conviction, and conciseness can transform your interview performance.// Clarity: Learn how to clearly communicate your value proposition and point of view to any interviewer.// Conviction: Why confidence isn’t just a feeling—it’s an energy you project through preparation and self-awareness.// Concise: How brevity signals competence and makes your story stick.// Preparation Tips: The power of prep docs, rehearsal time, and gut-checking with mentors before the big day.// Mindset Shift: Why interviews aren’t about proving yourself—they’re about showing up as your most authentic, aligned self.Connect with Ally: LinkedIn____Say hi! DM me on Instagram and let us know what content you want to hear on the show - I can't wait to hear from you! Please also consider rating the show and leaving a review, as that helps us tremendously as we move forward in this Marketing Happy Hour journey and create more content for all of you. Join our FREE Open Jobs group on LinkedIn: Join nowGet the latest from MHH, straight to your inbox: Join our email list!Follow MHH on Social: Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | Facebook
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