Top of the Pile
This podcast is all about young professionals and their careers. College students or those first years into your career. Sit in on conversations with hiring managers and professionals of all levels who’ve found success across a variety of industries. Hear from professionals at Fortune 500 companies to start-ups. What has helped them stand out and be successful in their careers? How have they networked? How did their undergrad studies and internships shape the path they chose? Did they stay on their original path or take a few detours? We’ll also cover topics around personal finances and budgeting, company culture, diversity, and really anything that seems relevant to twenty-somethings and their career. Hosted by Karen Elders of Launch Career Strategies.
Top of the Pile
Career Path: Advertising & Media | Guest: John Osborn, CEO, OMD Worldwide
Today's guest is John Osborn, CEO at OMD Worldwide, an award-winning global media agency that works with top household brands including Pepsi, Apple, McDonald's, NFL, and FedEx to name a few.
This episode is packed full of interestingand useful information about the current advertising/media landscape and the different paths that you can take in the industry. There's a pathway for just about every undergrad major. You'll hear how OMD navigated the past year as an organization and the unique and fun ways they've kept the lines of communication open with their employees.
Plus, John shares the interview question he always asks and the skills he looks for in new hires. And - a special insider bonus that you won't want to miss!
Advertising Industry trades to learn and keep up to date on the industry. Some also have learning/courses on advertising topics:
Ad Age
AdWeek
Mediapost
IAB
Marketing Brew
LAUNCH Career Strategies was founded by Karen Elders and Elyse Spalding. We help young professionals launch a successful career path with expert coaching services. Reach out today for an initial FREE coaching session.
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