Expert Mode: Navigating the Hiring Rollercoaster—What Marketing Leaders Need to Know Now

Marketing teams are being stretched, restructured, and reimagined—all while trying to deliver more impact with fewer resources. And in a job market clouded by uncertainty, Sue Keith has become a consistent voice of clarity. As Corporate Vice President at Landrum Talent Solutions, Keith leads the firm’s national marketing recruiting practice and offers quarterly updates on how the landscape is shifting.

Network to stand out in chaos

In the rapidly changing job market we are experiencing, particularly within the marketing sector, the ability to network effectively has become a crucial skill for professionals seeking to differentiate themselves amidst uncertainty. The podcast discussion highlights the complexities of the current economic landscape, characterized by the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, shifting demand generation tactics, and a mixed outlook for investments as we approach 2025. As marketing professionals navigate this chaotic environment, leveraging personal and professional networks emerges as a vital strategy for standing out.

#624: 2025 hiring strategies and how to plan with Sue Keith, Landrum Talent Solutions

As we move into 2025, are your hiring strategies aligned with the realities of the marketing job market, or are you basing decisions on outdated assumptions?
Joining me today is Sue Keith, Corporate Vice President at Landrum Talent Solutions. With deep expertise in navigating complex labor markets, Sue has a front-row seat to the evolving dynamics of marketing roles, hiring trends, and the broader implications of AI and economic uncertainty.

Leveraging contractors to demonstrate need for a full-time role

Within marketing teams, the challenge of maintaining productivity while facing budgetary constraints has become increasingly pronounced. Many organizations are grappling with lean staffing models, where the expectations of output remain high despite a lack of resources. In this context, leveraging contractors emerges as a strategic approach not only to fulfill immediate project needs but also to substantiate the case for permanent hiring.

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