Episode 218 - Career Path Part 2: Marketing

It's a common story in AEC: you were headed down one career path and something happened and you ended up working for an architecture, engineering, or construction firm in marketing or business development. Some people thrive, and some struggle to build a career here. Frank and Deirdre get candid about forging a career in BD and Marketing. Listen to Deirdre's guidance on a marketing career path in Part 2.

Deirdre's top 5 tips to grow your career:

Learn who your real client is and treat them exceptionally well. Bring new ideas in, all the time. Be a constant learner. Demonstrate how you can impact revenue/profitability. Learn the business of the business. You will gain a ton of respect. Build relationships inside and outside of your firm. Especially with the CFO.