Marketers Confess their mistakes | E37

Reflecting on Our Own Marketing Journey

Of course, no marketing discussion is complete without a nod to our own missteps. Ruta opened up about her perennial battle with spelling mistakes, confessing, "I'm just a sucker for a spelling mistake." It's these relatable blunders that remind us we're all human, even in the world of savvy marketing professionals.

Emma shared a tale from her past, where juggling marketing and sales roles led to some creative problem-solving—or should we say, rule-bending. "I used to do all the marketing for the job and then do the job," she laughed. It's stories like these that highlight the often-overlooked challenges marketers face behind the scenes.

The Power of Community

One thing that stood out from the expo and our year-long podcast journey is the incredible sense of community within the marketing world. Whether it's through sharing our own blunders or celebrating each other's wins, there's a unique camaraderie that keeps us all striving for better.

As Ruta mentioned, "Every time we get views and listens, it's so exciting. It's like, every week I post a new episode. I'm like, oh, this week could be the week when nobody listens." Your support and engagement have been the fuel that keeps this podcast going strong.

Our First Anniversary: A Milestone Worth Celebrating

This month marks the one-year anniversary of "Blame It on Marketing," and what a year it's been! From navigating personal and professional challenges to consistently bringing you fresh content, it's been a journey of growth and resilience.

Emma reflected, "It's not been easy. There have been things that have gone down for both of us personally and professionally, but we were both very committed to this podcast." Your unwavering support has made all the difference, and we're incredibly proud of what we've achieved together.

Looking Ahead: How You Can Support Us

As we gear up for another exciting year, we're reaching out to our amazing community for support. Hosting a podcast, attending expos, and creating content all come with costs, and we’re currently operating without sponsorships. If you believe in what we're doing and want to help keep the community free and thriving, here's how you can pitch in:

• Sponsor Us: Partner with us to keep the podcast running. Your sponsorship helps cover operational costs and allows us to continue delivering valuable content.
• Send Us Freebies: If you're an event provider or have marketing goodies to share, we'd love to feature them on the podcast and our community.
• Spread the Word: Share our podcast with your network. The more listeners we have, the stronger our community becomes.

Emma cheerfully noted, "We're open to suggestions or if you want to chuck us freebies to go to events and things like that." Every bit of support goes a long way in helping us keep this space free and accessible for all marketers.

Thank You for an Incredible Year

As we celebrate this milestone, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to each and every one of you who has listened, engaged, and been part of our journey. Your stories, feedback, and camaraderie have been the cornerstone of "Blame It on Marketing."

Ruta summed it up perfectly, "This is great, this is fun, and we'll keep doing it, but you know, it does cost money to be around." With your support, we can continue bringing you the content you love while fostering a vibrant marketing community.

Looking Forward

Here's to another year of marketing madness, shared laughs, and collective growth. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with insights, stories, and yes, a few more confessions along the way. Cheers to all the marketers out there navigating the wild world of marketing—let's keep blaming it on ourselves, but loving every minute of it!

Stay savvy, friends!