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First Year in the Real World - Here is What I've Learned
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First Year in the Real World – Here is What I’ve Learned

First Year in the Real World - Here is What I've Learned

It’s hard to believe that my one year anniversary of being in the “real world” is here. I’ve learned a ton this past year, and have seen myself grow tremendously as a new young professional.

It’s very interesting because throughout my educational journey I’ve quickly realized that I was consumed with a lot of information that isn’t all relevant towards my generation. It’s crazy to look back this past year, and this post will reflect on some of the most important concepts I’ve learned. Read more

Ryan Doser LinkedIn Advice
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“Personal Branding & LinkedIn Advice” – My 2nd Experience Speaking at UNI

Ryan Doser LinkedIn Advice

Last week I was invited to speak at the University of Northern Iowa again, but this time for the Pi Sigma Epsilon (PSE) student organization. As a former member of PSE I had a blast speaking to my former student org members about personal branding, LinkedIn advice, my marketing career thus far, and an insightful Q&A portion at the end.

This was another great experience for me to get outside my comfort zone and help current college students learn more about the real world transition.

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Personal Branding with Ryan Doser
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“Personal Branding with Ryan Doser” – My Experience Presenting at UNI

Personal Branding with Ryan Doser

Last week I had the opportunity to speak at my alma mater, the University of Northern Iowa, for the American Advertising Federation (AAF) student organization.

The presentation covered my background, personal branding, Beers to Careers, my marketing career so far, and a Q&A portion. Overall this was a great experience for me, and a lot was learned.

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Biggest Mistakes I Made in College
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3 Biggest Mistakes I Made in College

Biggest Mistakes I Made in College

College was the best time of my life and I’d be lying if I said otherwise. While the college experience is different for everyone, it’s a given that all students make mistakes throughout their journey.

Whether it’s related to majors, free time, involvement, or studying, understand that there are several types of mistakes to be made.

This post will explain some of the biggest mistakes I made in college, and also what I learned from them.

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Tips on Building a Professional Online Brand
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4 Tips on Building a Professional Online Brand

Tips on Building a Professional Online Brand

When you hear the word branding, some think of it only in terms of a company and not from a personal aspect. However, the importance of developing a professional online brand is something that can’t be overlooked.

I would argue that your professional online brand is even more important in today’s job market than ever before. Therefore, understanding how to build your brand in the digital sphere is huge.

I continually try to optimize my brand, and listed below are four tips that have helped improve my overall online brand.

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Andy Saigh Des Moines
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Sunday Spotlight Series: Andy Saigh

Andy Saigh Des Moines

The “Sunday Spotlight Series” is a new segment I’ve decided to start in 2019 with the purpose of promoting great connections of mine.

The goal is to have my featured connections share their stories, provide advice to readers, and help improve the overall quality of my content. Read more

Important Lessons I Learned in 2018
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8 Important Lessons I Learned in 2018

Important Lessons I Learned in 2018

2018 was an important year full of achievements, failures, and milestones. Whether it was college graduation, moving to a new city, starting my marketing career, or creating a brand, a lot happened this past year.

2018 was by far one of the most important years of my life, and several lessons were learned from my experiences. Although there were many more, listed below are eight important lessons I learned in 2018. 

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Why Des Moines is a Great City for Young Professionals
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Why Des Moines is a Great City for Young Professionals

Why Des Moines is a Great City for Young Professionals

Des Moines, Iowa is a vibrant, growing city that has become an attractive destination for many young professionals. I moved to the city after graduating college in May of 2018 and have really enjoyed my time here so far.

There are numerous factors that make the city desirable, but listed below are a few key reasons why Des Moines is a great city for young professionals.

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Reasons why I'd Recommend Digital Marketing as a Career Choice
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4 Reasons Why I’d Recommend Digital Marketing as a Career Choice

Reasons why I'd Recommend Digital Marketing as a Career Choice

With about two years of experience in the field, I’ve realized that digital marketing is a great industry to be a part of.

Not only is it flourishing, but the opportunities created by this field are endless. Whether it’s SEO, SEM, social media, content, or analytics, there are numerous opportunities available.

With this post I’ve included four reasons why I would recommend digital marketing as a career choice to anyone.

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Career Advice Blog
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Beers to Careers: College & Career Advice From Outside The Classroom

Career Advice Blog

It’s been a long time coming, but Beers to Careers is officially live! I have had this project in the works for months now and was just waiting for the right opportunity to launch.

I’m excited for what is to come with this project, and have plenty of useful topics in store that my audience will find valuable.

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