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Marketing A Life Purpose With A Successful Career In Digital Marketing

By Reneir Cruise
February 1, 2024

Prologue From Reneir

My 1st MAGNA APEX Blog talked about “Bringing Momentum Into Your By Working A Digital Marketing Agency”. 1 of the key takeaways was to have clear expectations from the start of a Campaign. This concept carries over to having a successful career in Digital Marketing and even contributes part of my life’s purpose. My hope is that it does for you as well.


Introduction

Knowing that you have a desire to grow personally and professionally is already a step forward to having a digital marketing career. Also understanding that just because the word “marketing” is in the job title, does not mean it is any easier than other career paths including being a doctor or a lawyer. This type of career has its own ups and downs in any company or agency. It’s about having the right amount of experience and cultural fit as an employee, executive, and/or owner that makes all the difference.

Digital marketing is a rapidly growing field with a vast array of opportunities for those interested in building a career. To have a successful career, here are some tips to consider:

Learn and evolve

  • Digital marketing is constantly evolving, so it’s important to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and technologies. Attend conferences, take online courses, and follow industry leaders to stay current.

Specialize in a particular area

  • It also encompasses several areas such as SEO, PPC, social media marketing, content marketing, email marketing, and more. Choose 1 or 2 area(s) of interest and specialize in it to become an expert.

Gain experience

  • Practical experience is critical in digital marketing. You can gain experience by taking up internships or working on small projects in your free time.

Develop your skills

  • A diverse set of skills is required such as analytics, copywriting, design, and more. Develop these skills to become a well-rounded digital marketer.

Show measurable results

  • It is also crucial to be able to show the results of your work. Track metrics such as website traffic, leads generated, and conversions (form fills, sales, etc) to demonstrate the effectiveness of your campaigns.

Be adaptable

  • The digital marketing landscape is constantly changing, so it’s important to be adaptable and able to pivot your strategies when necessary.

Personal Branding And Life Purpose

The quick tips above work very well with a sense of personal branding, which can overlap as part of a life purpose. Personal branding is the process of creating and managing your professional reputation. It’s about how you present yourself to the world and how others perceive you. When you align your personal branding with your life purpose, you can create a powerful and authentic message that resonates with others.

Some of the questions below can help align your personal brand with your life purpose.

Identify Your Core Values

  • What are the principles that guide your life?
  • What is important to you?
  • Understanding your core values will help you define your purpose and communicate it effectively.

Define Your Unique Selling Proposition

  • What sets you apart from others?
  • What is your unique value proposition?
  • Your USP is your personal brand’s elevator pitch. It should clearly communicate your purpose and what makes you special.

Create a Strong Online Presence

  • Build a professional website or blog to showcase your work and share your message.
  • Use social media to connect with your target audience and share valuable content.
  • Make sure your online presence is consistent with your personal brand.

Network Strategically

  • Attend industry events and conferences to meet like-minded people.
  • Join relevant online communities and forums.
  • Building relationships with others in your field can help you expand your network and promote your brand.

Tell Your Story

  • Share your personal journey and how you discovered your purpose.
  • Storytelling is a powerful way to connect with others and inspire them.
  • Use your story to showcase your values and expertise.

 Be Authentic

  • Authenticity is key to building a strong personal brand.
  • Be true to yourself and your values.
  • People can spot a fake from a mile away.

Examples of Successful Personal Branding

Oprah Winfrey

  • Known for her empathy, authenticity, and commitment to empowering others.

Malala Yousafzai

  • A powerful advocate for girls’ education, inspiring millions with her courage and resilience.

Elon Musk

  • A visionary entrepreneur who has revolutionized industries like electric cars and space exploration.

 

These are only a few examples. There are also Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Steph Curry, and much more. Takeaway is if they can do it, so can you.

Why Market Your Life Purpose?

Personal Fulfillment

  • Aligning your actions with your purpose can lead to greater satisfaction and happiness.

Professional Success

  • When you’re passionate about what you do, it shows. This can lead to better opportunities and a more fulfilling career.

Positive Impact

  • Sharing your purpose can inspire others and make a positive difference in the world.

Remember, marketing your life purpose is an ongoing process. It takes time, effort, and consistency. By using these tips as a guide, you can create a powerful personal brand that reflects your purpose and helps you achieve your goals.

If you are a small to medium business that owns a restaurant, gym, clinic, salon, or athletic apparel line, fill out MAGNA APEX’s contact form so that we can talk.


Epilogue from Reneir

My personal brand, also based on taking a few different personality tests (story for another time), looks like this “A charismatic relator with emotional intelligence (yes, I know another trendy term) and grit.”   


About Reneir Cruise

He is the owner of MAGNA APEX, which he deems The “FITNESS” Digital Marketing agency. He started training for his Physical Fitness in September 2001 & continues to the present day. It was 11 years later in June 2012, that he entered the world of Digital Marketing and has been employed by some of the top marketing agencies. 


 

CONTACT

Are you looking to level up your advertising efforts for your small business to gain more relevant leads and online orders? 1 or more of the marketing plans that I offer can help you get there.

The minimum monthly management rate for:

  • Organic Search (SEO) Pro Plan on Google is $800 
  • Paid Search (PPC) Pro Plan is $600 plus monthly Ad Spend for Google Ads
  • Organic Social Media Pro Plan on Meta and/or TikTok is $500 
  • Paid Social Media Pro Plan is $500 plus monthly Ad Spend for Meta Ads and/or TikTok Ads

All Pro plans include the necessary Creative services for design of infographics, ad images and thumbnails and video editing of reels from my second business and Content Studio, URPERSONA. The average wait time to start a monthly marketing plan is 1-3 months.

The 9 steps of what to expect:

Step 1: Initial contact. Fill out the contact form below. Include as much detail as you like.

Step 2: Brainstorming on an introduction call and email. Figure out what type of marketing plan you need. Descriptions can be found on my Services page to get a better idea.

Step 3: The initial estimate with a proposed Marketing agreement emailed for your review. I will reply to your contact request with our thoughts discussed from our introduction call including a ballpark price estimate and timeline. If it is a good fit, we will proceed to step 4.

Step 4: Signing the agreement(s) – each month paid in advance. I will send you an invoice(s) for marketing services agreed upon to onboard and secure your spot on MAGNA APEX’s client roster.

Step 5: Preparation. After initial payment, we will work together on the initial setup including CMS, Slack, Asana, and Analytics access. I will also ask if you have any base keywords to start the Keyword Research that we will use for all of the types of Marketing. We also schedule 1st monthly call to monitor and evolve our campaigns and processes.

Step 6: Building the Marketing campaigns to get more leads and/or online orders. When the preparation is complete, I will reach out to let you know and to confirm all the details we discussed. Then, it is time for me to build out the deliverables including the spreadsheets that tracks the progress of the blogs and/or ad copy to aid in the setup of the campaigns on the required platforms (WordPress, Google Ads, Meta Ads, TikTok Ads, etc).

Step 7: Managing the Marketing campaigns. This can include blog revisions, ad copy revisions, etc. I will continue to manage Marketing campaign(s) on a weekly basis and provide the needed updates on email, Slack, and/or text. 

Step 8: Meet to discuss and evolve progress on monthly calls with you as the client. 

Step 9: Repeat for the duration of agreement(s).