Thank you so much for sharing your inspiring journey, Elena! 🙌 Your story truly resonated with me, as I'm on a similar path as a young aspiring digital marketer. It's incredible to see how you turned your determination and self-taught skills into a successful career. The resources you've provided in the description are invaluable, and I can't wait to explore them further. Your willingness to share your experiences and insights is truly a gift to the community. Keep shining and making waves in the digital marketing world! 🚀💡🌟
thank you! this has made me feel better about my current situation - I managed to get a marketing paid internship during the end of summer / autumn time but I really didn't enjoy it as it was for student recruitment. i got really down about myself and felt really negative about myself, especially during the last few weeks as I couldn't get another internship or job. I realise now that I have to keep trying, learn WAY more as I knew jack-sh*t if I'm honest and practice :) I know it will happen when the time is right - persistence is key and is the one thing I have never been naturally good at!
This is such an inspiring story. I am currently getting into Digital Marketing, and I often get frustrated because I don't feel like I know anything to start working. I am a very reserved person, and so the idea of having to reach out scares me a lot. However, I am now starting to understand that people wont know anything about you if you don't make yourself known. I will definitly take your advice into consideration now.
i started at digital sales, but i really dont enjoy it. because im not really good at sales, my company moved me as a digital promoter basically promoting our brands. now i finally found my dream job in marketing. i love evry single part of it.
Starting as a digital marketer at 21 with no experience or network demonstrates how determination and exploiting existing resources can lead to success. Building abilities through self-learning and seizing every chance will help you turn problems into career achievements.
@@Renèe-s5f she meant that most universities curriculum does not have what the new market needs, the digital part, or if they do, they do not cover enough. So, yes, you do learn a lot of theory and useful thing, but it's not a how-to-do that you can use nowadays.
Follow me on Instagram to get a glimpse of my daily life: instagram.com/lena.bezborodova TIMECODES: 0:00 - I was hopeless 1:46 - Book a personalized career call with me 2:11 - How I started my studies (and why they turned out to be almost useless) 4:19 - What resources I used for self-learning 5:10 - How I was searching for the first internship 6:57 - How I started the internship 8:03 - How I got my first job offer (+ my biggest learnings) 9:09 - What helped me grow in my career
I think 4-6 month unpaid internship is... disgusting to be honest. I understand that everyone needs to gain some experience, but working for free for 6 months?? That's very exploitative. Not to mention, not everyone can afford that, and only privileged individuals can work for free for this long amount of time (for example, living with parents, or someone who had a chance to save some money beforehand). I went to college for Graphic Design and I only needed 3 weeks of internship thankfully. Also, lucky me, the company paid me minimum wage at least, and then they hired me after this little amount of time. I don't think you need 6 months to see if someone is good for a job. I would say even 1-2 months is enough.
I've heard cases where someone worked for free for that long and actually benefitted from it because the knowledge they gained was more valuable in the long run. Where I work, one intern we have that is paid told us how her friend got fired after the internship she was at gave her terrible tasks (literally just used her for a coffee run). She confronted them about being upset she wasn't getting marketing work and they decided to let her go. One of the co-owners in my current job felt bad but said all he can offer is something unpaid since really, they are a small business and can only afford me and one intern so if she needed something for the remainder, he can provide that at least. It was a short time so maybe some will think it's fine but she still survived an internship, college, and a paying job. She was given a hybrid type of roll too so she could commute to her paying job while doing her hours here. To say privileged would be a dishonor to the ones who have done it for a time. I've met college students who have to balance being parents as well as working and going to school. Three huge responsibilities and they still manage to make it out fine. One guy I worked with on a project had parents who didn't even support him and had to balance his airport security job while going to school. School wasn't even a thing he had to do, it was to prove to himself he can succeed and to show his parents that he is capable of what he sets his mind to. Of course it isn't easy but life isn't easy. Also what is more exploitive, working in the field for those six months gaining real experience and opportunities or spending thousands on tuition and having to repay that debt?
This is one of the channels that gave me the courage to start my RUclips channel 8 months ago about self development. Now I have 871 subs and > 500 hours of watch time. I know it’s not comparable with others but I’m still proud I started because I’ve been learning so many lessons that I could haven’t learned without getting started in the 1st place.
@@ElenaBezborodova Whoever you are, I don't know you personally but I can say that you're one of the non-judgmental and open-minded people who is not fixated on tangible or external factors in order to learn from someone like me. Just because someone doesn't have a piece of paper as a credential, doesn't mean that person is not entitled to share personal experiences with the hope & intention to inspire others. Keep up with whatever it is that you're doing to improve mankind or improving your life even to a slight degree each day. This is just one part of a bigger puzzle for creating my RUclips channel about holistic health. I literally could have died back when I was 14 years old due to major depression but here I am right now replying to you, a RUclipsr, who's full of fulfillment and dedication to help others to be a better version of themselves. I ain't better than anyone else but my old self. That's all that really makes this RUclips thing more meaningful and enjoyable. Thanks so much for your support! I am hoping that you can join me with this endless personal development journey! :)
Thank you so much Elena. Your story is very inspiring. I am an aspiring digital marketer too and I learn so much from one video. You motivate me even more to continue my journey
I in a Dilemma! I am starting with university! I love to study language and to be a teacher ( it has always a high position in society) ! In the other hand i love money and own job! Right now i am building my own online shop.. i don’t know , if i study language and study digital marketing! This is my second bachelor and i am 31 years..
Hello, thank you so much. I am interested in digital marketing. Luckily, i found your channel and learned so much. I believe i can and jump up to another career.
@@ElenaBezborodova do you mind sharing her contacts perhaps? I'm looking for opportunity to migrate to Finland but there's not much Malaysians in Finlands that I know of. Would be great to have a Malaysian that I can connect with
Nice story!! One thing I can see is that you are a very dedicated person and never give up eventhough you got many rejections from companies you applied for a job. Well done!! Thanks for sharing you story and it's very inspiring.
Very inspiring story. You never doubted yourself and pursue Digital Marketing Career. I guess a contribute to your success is by reading books and articles about marketing, you attracted what you want in life.
Spoiler alert, when you do not work for a long time you do work at 300% - then you hit 25 - 30 yo and you do get burned out / get harassed and quit everything and loose your dreams. Meanwhile unless you get good financial advise from day 1, you are probably not that much richer when you were a student, you've just traded time for money. And income money money is so heavily taxed.
Thank you- I am pursuing a BA degree and I was leaning towards Marketing as a concentration but I am not sure if marketing is my thing. Your video was very helpful! I am changing my mind! :)
Can I still become a Digital Marketer if I'm already a mom of two? I feel exhausted all the time and on the verge of just giving up, but the burning passion for this kind of career hasn't burned out yet. It's still there.
I just got offered a Digital Marketing Director role after I applied to the lower Manager role. This job would double my salary, but I really don't have experience in this realm and I fear getting fired once they figure me out. I feel it's a huge risk and may turn the role down.
Thank you for the inspiring story! I am a former freelance media content editor and translator seeking opportunities in the digital marketing field. I really don't have the time and funds for a master's degree in marketing. Do you think I can get hired through self-learning online courses and certificates, building a portfolio, and starting form volunteering and virtual internship experience? Thanks again.
I'm happy to hear you're doing experience, but it's not relative this days. 1-2 days without job and regular person will gonna struggle with bills this days. 6 months in UK without job is fastest way to street life.
Look for internships, start a side gig as a marketer and grow your portfolio; turn to your network for any opportunity to do any marketing-related tasks
@@ElenaBezborodova Yes! I wanted to be a web developer but now I realise the money is in finding clients for your clients - the function not the product!
I am from the remotest place in India. I am 25 i have interned in an agency as a Content writer and content strategist. I have passion for digital marketing. Due to some family problem i had to leave the job and now i want to go for remote work plz guide me how to build a career in digital marketing by working remote.
I don't know in what world we leave but company using young people for free for 6 months tells a lot about office mentality. This is a huge lack of courtesy, decency and respect. Probably the message they want to send is about being obedient.
I know you want to mention all the trendy words to get more views, but the title is misleading, you’re not “self-taught”. It’s disappointing when you expect to hear a story about someone’s experience that didn’t go to college, only to hear a story about someone that went to college.
As a dedicated follower I'm on the lookout for online work opportunities that align with my values. If you know of any remote projects, freelance tasks, online work or virtual roles that I can contribute to, I'd be incredibly grateful for your guidance. Let's join hands to bring positivity and purpose to the digital realm. Thank you for your support and blessings!" With regards Sameer
Thank you for your comment 😊 I assume you’ve watched the video till the end? Then you probably know my take on uni education and it’s usefulness to me. My internship was the beginning of my official employment as it was the same company and line of business.
@@ElenaBezborodovahe’s right though. This is a purposefully misleading title. People watching this video probably don’t have bachelor’s degrees, and especially advanced degrees. This is just a commercial for your services.
Thank u for share your history with us. Sometimes I feel like it is really hard and maybe I won’t make it, that I can’t, but heard your history it motivates me to keep striving and be more persistent. Thank u, greetings from Chile 🤍 (sorry for my english)
Thank you so much for sharing your inspiring journey, Elena! 🙌 Your story truly resonated with me, as I'm on a similar path as a young aspiring digital marketer. It's incredible to see how you turned your determination and self-taught skills into a successful career. The resources you've provided in the description are invaluable, and I can't wait to explore them further. Your willingness to share your experiences and insights is truly a gift to the community. Keep shining and making waves in the digital marketing world! 🚀💡🌟
Thank you 🙏🏻🥹
thank you! this has made me feel better about my current situation - I managed to get a marketing paid internship during the end of summer / autumn time but I really didn't enjoy it as it was for student recruitment. i got really down about myself and felt really negative about myself, especially during the last few weeks as I couldn't get another internship or job. I realise now that I have to keep trying, learn WAY more as I knew jack-sh*t if I'm honest and practice :) I know it will happen when the time is right - persistence is key and is the one thing I have never been naturally good at!
Wowww❤ this hits me a lot even my friend started like you at the age of 21 God bless you she is now the founder and CEO 🎉 keep rocking 🎉
This is such an inspiring story. I am currently getting into Digital Marketing, and I often get frustrated because I don't feel like I know anything to start working. I am a very reserved person, and so the idea of having to reach out scares me a lot. However, I am now starting to understand that people wont know anything about you if you don't make yourself known. I will definitly take your advice into consideration now.
Hello, sorry to invade but how’s it going?
I heard about digital marketing in 2016 But I only started working with this In 2020 and I'm having good results, I took digital marketing courses.
i started at digital sales, but i really dont enjoy it. because im not really good at sales, my company moved me as a digital promoter basically promoting our brands. now i finally found my dream job in marketing. i love evry single part of it.
This is awesome ✨ happy for you!
thanks for sharing your story, its always interesting to know how people build their careers!
Thank you Olga💛
Starting as a digital marketer at 21 with no experience or network demonstrates how determination and exploiting existing resources can lead to success. Building abilities through self-learning and seizing every chance will help you turn problems into career achievements.
"You learn everything and nothing" so true for all universities
meaning of that pls, cause i couldnt understand by that sentence.
@user-wr1mt3vr2j it's because it's experience is what you learn from not school
@@Renèe-s5f she meant that most universities curriculum does not have what the new market needs, the digital part, or if they do, they do not cover enough.
So, yes, you do learn a lot of theory and useful thing, but it's not a how-to-do that you can use nowadays.
You are not ‘self taught’ you went to college and earned a bachelors.
Exactly what I was thinking. Went to College and got an internship
Actually go to college is more to get a certificate.
Yeah, but she said she wasn't going to school, she was studied online.
Where does she say she was “self taught” And wasn’t going to school?
@@h.b16 4:19 she mentioned self learning
Follow me on Instagram to get a glimpse of my daily life: instagram.com/lena.bezborodova
TIMECODES:
0:00 - I was hopeless
1:46 - Book a personalized career call with me
2:11 - How I started my studies (and why they turned out to be almost useless)
4:19 - What resources I used for self-learning
5:10 - How I was searching for the first internship
6:57 - How I started the internship
8:03 - How I got my first job offer (+ my biggest learnings)
9:09 - What helped me grow in my career
I think 4-6 month unpaid internship is... disgusting to be honest. I understand that everyone needs to gain some experience, but working for free for 6 months?? That's very exploitative. Not to mention, not everyone can afford that, and only privileged individuals can work for free for this long amount of time (for example, living with parents, or someone who had a chance to save some money beforehand). I went to college for Graphic Design and I only needed 3 weeks of internship thankfully. Also, lucky me, the company paid me minimum wage at least, and then they hired me after this little amount of time. I don't think you need 6 months to see if someone is good for a job. I would say even 1-2 months is enough.
I've heard cases where someone worked for free for that long and actually benefitted from it because the knowledge they gained was more valuable in the long run. Where I work, one intern we have that is paid told us how her friend got fired after the internship she was at gave her terrible tasks (literally just used her for a coffee run). She confronted them about being upset she wasn't getting marketing work and they decided to let her go. One of the co-owners in my current job felt bad but said all he can offer is something unpaid since really, they are a small business and can only afford me and one intern so if she needed something for the remainder, he can provide that at least. It was a short time so maybe some will think it's fine but she still survived an internship, college, and a paying job. She was given a hybrid type of roll too so she could commute to her paying job while doing her hours here.
To say privileged would be a dishonor to the ones who have done it for a time. I've met college students who have to balance being parents as well as working and going to school. Three huge responsibilities and they still manage to make it out fine. One guy I worked with on a project had parents who didn't even support him and had to balance his airport security job while going to school. School wasn't even a thing he had to do, it was to prove to himself he can succeed and to show his parents that he is capable of what he sets his mind to. Of course it isn't easy but life isn't easy. Also what is more exploitive, working in the field for those six months gaining real experience and opportunities or spending thousands on tuition and having to repay that debt?
3-4 months for a 1st timer is totally fine provided that one is learning alot
This is one of the channels that gave me the courage to start my RUclips channel 8 months ago about self development. Now I have 871 subs and > 500 hours of watch time. I know it’s not comparable with others but I’m still proud I started because I’ve been learning so many lessons that I could haven’t learned without getting started in the 1st place.
Omg thank you for sharing this! 🥹 good luck on your RUclips journey ⭐️
@@ElenaBezborodova Whoever you are, I don't know you personally but I can say that you're one of the non-judgmental and open-minded people who is not fixated on tangible or external factors in order to learn from someone like me. Just because someone doesn't have a piece of paper as a credential, doesn't mean that person is not entitled to share personal experiences with the hope & intention to inspire others. Keep up with whatever it is that you're doing to improve mankind or improving your life even to a slight degree each day. This is just one part of a bigger puzzle for creating my RUclips channel about holistic health. I literally could have died back when I was 14 years old due to major depression but here I am right now replying to you, a RUclipsr, who's full of fulfillment and dedication to help others to be a better version of themselves. I ain't better than anyone else but my old self. That's all that really makes this RUclips thing more meaningful and enjoyable. Thanks so much for your support! I am hoping that you can join me with this endless personal development journey! :)
thank you Elena for all the blogs and tips, it was really helpful!! :)
You’re more than welcome Luciana 🙏🏻
Felicitaciones por tu éxito, desde Perú 🇵🇪
Thank you so much Elena. Your story is very inspiring. I am an aspiring digital marketer too and I learn so much from one video. You motivate me even more to continue my journey
Really inspiring Elena❤Thank you...
Thank you so much for your story, you encourage me to be courageous in sending those emails to these companies.
I in a Dilemma! I am starting with university! I love to study language and to be a teacher ( it has always a high position in society) ! In the other hand i love money and own job! Right now i am building my own online shop.. i don’t know , if i study language and study digital marketing!
This is my second bachelor and i am 31 years..
I'm on the same situation right now. Will definitely follow your advice. Thank you so much! ❤
Always happy to help to likeminded marketers ✨🫶🏼
Thank you ❤️
Your channel is so underrated!
Thank you so much for your words 🥰
Hello, thank you so much. I am interested in digital marketing. Luckily, i found your channel and learned so much. I believe i can and jump up to another career.
Meny thenks for this video, this one really inspired me🤞🙏
Thank you for sharing this about our industry
I loved your story Elena!!
Thank you 😊
wow did you say you had a Malaysian lecturer in Finland? I'm a Malaysian & that's so cool to know another Malaysian thriving in Finland 😁
yes I did :) she is an amazing person and I am still keeping in touch with her!
@@ElenaBezborodova do you mind sharing her contacts perhaps? I'm looking for opportunity to migrate to Finland but there's not much Malaysians in Finlands that I know of. Would be great to have a Malaysian that I can connect with
@@nicolegrace2545 please drop me a msg on LinkedIn and I’d be happy to share her contact info with you in PM
@@ElenaBezborodova Hi, I am Malaysian too. Currently lived in Spain but I am still looking an oppurtunities for jobs within Europe.
Thank you for this video and hope to you all good in your future.
Hi Elena thank you for inspiring me ❤. I want to be a digital marketer 😊 plz share more for the beginners 💙
Will do ☺️
Great video!!!
Can you provide the link to your computer monitor ?
Thank you for sharing
Best of luck 👏👏👏
I'm in the same situation right now. I Will definitely follow your advice.
Wow! Your story is so inspiring. Thank you for sharing ❤
Thank you for watching!
Hi is that tv monitor that your using as a computer screen, I love it! Would love to get one of my own. Could you kindly share the model
Very inspiring 😍😍 Thank you so much for sharing 🙏🙏 I can't wait to start my own journey in digital marketing 🤩🤩
Good luck 🌟
Nice story!! One thing I can see is that you are a very dedicated person and never give up eventhough you got many rejections from companies you applied for a job. Well done!! Thanks for sharing you story and it's very inspiring.
Thx for sharing, very inspiring 🥰
Thank you for sharing. Much love.
Very inspiring story. You never doubted yourself and pursue Digital Marketing Career. I guess a contribute to your success is by reading books and articles about marketing, you attracted what you want in life.
Amazing awesome informative👍
Thank you🙃
@@ElenaBezborodova thanks for your response
Spoiler alert, when you do not work for a long time you do work at 300% - then you hit 25 - 30 yo and you do get burned out / get harassed and quit everything and loose your dreams. Meanwhile unless you get good financial advise from day 1, you are probably not that much richer when you were a student, you've just traded time for money. And income money money is so heavily taxed.
I am so curious ! what brand is your computer screen?
thanks for so mush informative video for beginer
Thank you- I am pursuing a BA degree and I was leaning towards Marketing as a concentration but I am not sure if marketing is my thing. Your video was very helpful! I am changing my mind! :)
Awesome!
Great video
great video, so honest 🦁
Thank you 😊
great video.... thankssss
This is such an interesting story
Good to hear your story.
Thank you 🙏🏻
Thank you.
This was awesome! I have a very similar story
Can I still become a Digital Marketer if I'm already a mom of two? I feel exhausted all the time and on the verge of just giving up, but the burning passion for this kind of career hasn't burned out yet. It's still there.
Everything’s possible 🙏🏻
Can anyone tell me what moniter she using
This kind of videos really helps and inspires a lot thank you ❤
I just got offered a Digital Marketing Director role after I applied to the lower Manager role. This job would double my salary, but I really don't have experience in this realm and I fear getting fired once they figure me out. I feel it's a huge risk and may turn the role down.
CONGRATS! High risk - high reward in the long run 😎 what’s the worst thing that may happen even if they fire you?
You’ll land a new job and move on💪
@@ElenaBezborodova true but I got a family and the job requires us to move across the country.
@@ddenny6863😂😂😂 .. keep doing online classes on your trip there and now
Классное произношение !!!
Спасибо🥰
@@ElenaBezborodova а можете порекомендовать где начинать учиться этой профессии ?
@@lollawell1732 посмотрите мое видео про курсы
Thank you for the inspiring story! I am a former freelance media content editor and translator seeking opportunities in the digital marketing field. I really don't have the time and funds for a master's degree in marketing. Do you think I can get hired through self-learning online courses and certificates, building a portfolio, and starting form volunteering and virtual internship experience? Thanks again.
out of curiosity, what is the name of the Malaysian professor? im from Malaysia anyway!
were you working while doing your Masters’ and internship.
I’m hopeless like you were in your past . Can you please guide me about courses for beginners that would actually work
It’s gonna be alright, the future is bright ✨I have a few vids on my channel on courses
I am a multimedia specialist with a bachelor degree and I want to become a marketer how can I start?
How can I learn to become digital marketer.. What is the first step...?
Can we get a job in usa , if as an international student we just did a certificate course and learned some skills???
🧡🧡🧡🧡 I am that person !!
@@andeeshankle 🤍
I wasted so many years only watching RUclips just completing my 1st year as a digital marketer next 30 d😊
I'm happy to hear you're doing experience, but it's not relative this days. 1-2 days without job and regular person will gonna struggle with bills this days. 6 months in UK without job is fastest way to street life.
Nowadays there’s plenty of paid internships
Hello, I want to start my career, can you help me?
Лен ты с снг?
Can u tell me which malaysian profesor teach u in digital marketing in ur univervisity
Thanks.
wow what an inspiration story,thank you for sharing this
Thank you for your kind words☺️
Здравствуйте, хорошее видео , нужно ли высшее образование чтобы получать заказы на фрилансе?
Совсем не обязательно. Главное - опыт
How much maney does it make as freelanc?
What would you recommend to someone who did a degree in the wrong area? I don't want to do another 3 years...
Look for internships, start a side gig as a marketer and grow your portfolio; turn to your network for any opportunity to do any marketing-related tasks
@@ElenaBezborodova Yes! I wanted to be a web developer but now I realise the money is in finding clients for your clients - the function not the product!
Keep it up 💥
One question, how you got bachelor's degree in 2 years while it takes 4 years.
I was taking courses for the 3rd and 4th year in parallel during my second year of studies.
You from Bulgaria?
I am from the remotest place in India. I am 25 i have interned in an agency as a Content writer and content strategist. I have passion for digital marketing. Due to some family problem i had to leave the job and now i want to go for remote work plz guide me how to build a career in digital marketing by working remote.
you are a university student holding masters in marketing, now in video you say i have no experience, self-taught.. can't get the point from yourside.
How did you study your English? So fluent~~~
Thanks :D movies, books and private classes at school
Thaanks you
I don't know in what world we leave but company using young people for free for 6 months tells a lot about office mentality. This is a huge lack of courtesy, decency and respect. Probably the message they want to send is about being obedient.
what is your opinion about digital markoting cours in skill shop Google
I know you want to mention all the trendy words to get more views, but the title is misleading, you’re not “self-taught”. It’s disappointing when you expect to hear a story about someone’s experience that didn’t go to college, only to hear a story about someone that went to college.
What do you do as a digital marketer?
Feel free to watch a video about my typical day on my channel
I am from india.. A digital markering strategists at 34😌
Nice video
is digital marketing easy or is it sressful job??
Please show me a non-stressful job 😀 I’m gonna apply asap!
@@ElenaBezborodova but is it as stressful as people think??
@@ElenaBezborodova do you recommend me study digital marketing or sometging else?
I am this person.
very nice
As a dedicated follower I'm on the lookout for online work opportunities that align with my values. If you know of any remote projects, freelance tasks, online work or virtual roles that I can contribute to, I'd be incredibly grateful for your guidance. Let's join hands to bring positivity and purpose to the digital realm. Thank you for your support and blessings!" With regards
Sameer
I provide mentorship and 1-1 consultations. If you want to book one, send me an email (you can find the email in the description of this video)
Are you from Russia?
Yes
How are you “self-taught” when you have not just a bachelors, but masters AND got a 6 months internship and then got hired?
You’re not self taught.
Thank you for your comment 😊 I assume you’ve watched the video till the end? Then you probably know my take on uni education and it’s usefulness to me.
My internship was the beginning of my official employment as it was the same company and line of business.
@@ElenaBezborodovahe’s right though. This is a purposefully misleading title. People watching this video probably don’t have bachelor’s degrees, and especially advanced degrees. This is just a commercial for your services.
hello
Great
мне бы такой английский)
Congrats on your success, but you are not self-taught and you acquired knowledge and experience through college and internship
когда гуглишь на енг для енг контента и попадаешь на ру ютуберов )
😂
Want to ma
Wow
Love from Bangladesh 🎉
Thank u for share your history with us. Sometimes I feel like it is really hard and maybe I won’t make it, that I can’t, but heard your history it motivates me to keep striving and be more persistent. Thank u, greetings from Chile 🤍 (sorry for my english)
Never give up, everything’s gonna work out in the end🤩
Im 24 doing nothing worthless 😅