Marketing Leaders Give Their Best Career Advice in 20 Unforgettable One-liners 

“Me-time, self-reflection time, and let-me-figure-out-who-I-am time is the most selfless investment you can make.”  

– Antonio Lucio, EVP Chief Marketing and Corporate Affairs Officer, HP 

“Give yourself some grace.”

– Dara Treseder, , CMO at Autodesk

“There are so many variables in business beyond your control, but what you can control is how you show up by being prepared, knowledgeable, well-read, and exhibiting confidence and inspiration to the team in a calm manner.”

– Elizabeth Preis, CMO at Anthropologie

“Find jobs that are one-of-one (unique) so no matter if you do a good job or bad job, you stand out.”

– Chris Marino, Head of Agency, Google

“Success comes from the intersection of preparation and opportunity… If you don’t succeed, you learn from your mistakes.”

– Kristyn Cook, Chief Agency, Sales and Marketing Officer at State Farm

“Never be afraid to ask for what you want.”

– Laura Sandoval, Head Of Media & Entertainment, Uber Advertising

“Find ways to be an asset, not a liability…Those who are successful are the ones who are always thinking about what they can offer and how it can benefit others in the long run.”

– Melissa Proctor, Chief Marketing Officer & EVP at Atlanta Hawks

“When someone gives you feedback, it’s a gift — accept it graciously.”

– Patricia Corsi, Chief Marketing & Information Officer at Bayer Consumer Health

“You can have everything, just not all at once.”

 – Tiana Conley, VP Of Global Strategy, Mars Wrigley Chocolate

“Rather than solely concentrating on the outcome, focus on the competencies and capabilities you are building to help you achieve your goals.“

– William White, SVP and Chief Marketing Officer at Walmart

“Be unapologetically you, understand you’re not for everyone, and find your personal board of directors.”

– Carla Hassan, Global CMO at JP Morgan Chase

“Cultivate connections in your network throughout your career, commit to lifelong learning, and continuously develop your skills.”

– Charisse Hughes, SVP, Chief Growth Officer at Kellanova

“Building coalitions with different teams is critical.”

– Lisa McKnight, EVP and Chief Brand Officer at Mattel, Inc.

“You lift as you climb. No matter where you are in your career, you can invest in others.”

– Lizette Williams, Global Head of Vertical Solutions Marketing at Meta

“Always look for ways to help others without asking for anything in return.”

– Matt Kerbel, Director, Strategic Brand Planning, Turo

“Always find mentors and people you can turn to who will help you navigate risk when everyone else is saying no.”

– Morgan Flatley, Global CMO and Head of New Business Ventures at McDonald’s

“There is power in having a mentor or sponsor in your corner to help guide your career.”

– Nick Drake, VP of Marketing at Google

“Your job is what you do for a company or business. Your career is what you do for yourself. Make sure they’re working together, but don’t let them get in the way of each other.”

– Carley Caldas, VP Brand Marketing & Media, Eos

“If you don’t believe in it, don’t do it.

– Paloma Azulay, VP Of Brand Marketing, Hulu, The Walt Disney Company

“When deciding on a job or role, it’s better to focus on the people you’ll be working with rather than the title itself.

 – Sophie Bambuck, CMO at The North Face