Digital marketing bootcamps offer interactive, hands-on training which includes many types of strategies used in the field. Bootcamp participants will learn about SEO, social media, email, advertising on the web, paid search, and other important digital marketing strategies to get them a job in the industry upon completing the program. These project-based bootcamps are ideal for students ready to learn something new as well as for those already in the field looking to upskill.
Congratulations! You’ve taken the plunge to enroll in a digital marketing bootcamp. But now what? Let’s take a look at four ways to ensure you have a rewarding experience and get all you can out of your bootcamp.
Dive Deep Into Your Options
If you’ve chosen a bootcamp, likely, you've already put some serious thought into the decision and completed your research. But just in case you haven’t, let’s break down a few of the elements to consider when deciding which bootcamp is right for you.
Trying to pick which digital marketing bootcamp to enroll in can feel overwhelming. Before taking the plunge, make sure to ask yourself some questions to help determine what is most important to you. Prioritizing your needs will help narrow down the options and hopefully make the decision easier. If an in-person bootcamp is most important to you, enroll in a class at a local training center.
Maybe you prefer to study virtually. If that’s the case, there are plenty of live online options to choose from. What about your budget? Can you pay upfront or would a payment plan be more ideal for you at the moment? If you’re working full-time, are in school, or have kids, perhaps a bootcamp held on evenings or weekends might fit you best. If you’re feeling ready to jumpstart your digital marketing career as quickly as possible, book a full-time option!
Consider your career goals. Do you want to understand analytics better? Do you already have familiarity with websites and blogs but want to delve into the Facebook algorithm? Do you want to become an email marketing whiz? Are you trying to break into a niche market where certain skills will be beneficial? Your desired career path can influence which bootcamp you decide to enroll in.
The most crucial element of deciding on a bootcamp is what will best fit your needs. Remember, the bootcamp should be the best fit for you, not the other way around. Figuring out what you truly want to get out of a bootcamp should help you nail down which one to book.
Know What to Expect
While digital marketing bootcamps may not have any pre-work or introductory courses like many coding or web development bootcamps, when preparing to attend a digital marketing bootcamp, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the various platforms covered in your bootcamp so you can keep up when the time comes. For example, if you’re taking a video marketing course, take a deep dive into TikTok and YouTube before the first day of class.
Figuring out your way around these social media networks and having a beginner-level grasp on different types of tools of the trade will enhance your capacity to learn more once you attend the bootcamp rather than spending time familiarizing yourself with the platforms. Getting the exploratory parts out of the way ahead of time means you can dig into the more complex elements of the bootcamp and get the most out of your program.
Look into Career Coaching & Mentorship Opportunities
Many digital marketing bootcamps provide mentorship and career coaching for students while they are attending the bootcamp. Some programs even continue to support graduates with their careers even after graduation. Assistance can look like making connections between prospective employers and students, helping students build stunning digital marketing portfolios, and offering assistance with resumes, cover letters, and even LinkedIn profiles.
Starting a new career or making a pivot isn’t easy. Gaining hard digital marketing skills from the bootcamp as well as taking advantage of career coaching opportunities can help you break into the industry. If receiving this kind of 1-on-1 coaching or help with your job search is at the top of your priorities list, make sure the program you select includes them.
Give it Time
Being successful in a digital marketing career takes tenacity. By starting with a digital marketing bootcamp, you’re giving yourself a head start and the opportunity to learn as much as you can in a short period. After graduating and diving into the world of digital marketing (in whatever sector you choose), be patient when it comes to finding a job or perfecting your strategy. Regardless of your circumstances, working to find what clicks can be discouraging. But stay the course. Don’t give up if you don’t find instant success overnight. It takes patience to wait for results—which can sometimes take months!
From challenges such as mastering a difficult concept in your bootcamp to mastering strategy once you’ve started your career, digital marketing can feel like an ever-changing work in progress. Being able to stay tenacious and hear criticism without your ego getting in the way is a skill that will serve you well in a bootcamp experience and beyond. In the digital marketing industry, getting constant and consistent feedback—from peers, clients, and consumers—is part of the gig. Keeping this in mind, it’s important not to get caught up in your static vision. Digital marketing and positions within the field are ever-evolving. Stay the course.
Ready to Jumpstart Your Digital Marketing Career?
Want to learn the ins and outs of digital marketing? Check out Noble Desktop’s live online digital marketing courses, available in person in NYC or live online from anywhere in the world. Depending on your location, you may also be able to find face-to-face digital marketing courses, bootcamps, and certificate programs in your area using Noble Desktop’s Classes Near Me tool.
For a more comprehensive look at digital marketing strategies, take a look at Noble’s Digital Marketing Strategies bootcamp. The bootcamp is a 12-hour course that delves into the important role digital marketing strategy plays in a company’s overall success. The bootcamp is also offered as part of the 78-hour Digital Marketing Certificate, which delves deeper into each aspect of digital marketing including developing an end-to-end marketing strategy through hands-on classes where you work on your business or company as a project. Students even have the chance to retake the course for free for one year!
Other digital marketing resources offered by Noble Desktop include a digital marketing blog with detailed articles on topics across the board.