Wine & Whiteboards Podcast

We’ve worked on a lot of animated videos in our time, and it continues to be something that is always a bit of a challenge for us. We’re not sure if it’s because we didn’t have a super clear process? Or if it was our vendor selection? Either way, it’s safe to say they are our Kryptonite. SO for those of you who have created an animated video, this episode is for you. Grab a glass of wine and drink to our video fails!

We do a lot of things outside the realm of traditional marketing and design. We’re known for designing logos, sending emails, and blogging, but we do so much more! In this episode, we’ll dive into things we never knew we’d be doing as marketers and things we wished we would have learned in school.

The six-month wall is real. It hasn't been easy adjusting our lives in every way, including taking our jobs virtual. For those that are used to working in-person at an office or in a collaborative environment, it can be a difficult transition, but it can be even more difficult as there seems to be no end in sight. That's why we decided to share some of our thoughts, experiences and lessons learned as we've pivoted as a marketing team to this current reality. Join us as we have a drink, have a laugh or two, and know that you're not alone during this challenging time. 

We've learned that when you work in marketing, everything isn't always what it seems. Usually, if something seems too good to be true, it probably is. In this episode, we dive into situations we've found ourselves in where we thought we were getting one thing, but ended up with something that wasn't quite what we expected. Ranging from events to swag and a few things in between, these are our Pinterest fails. These examples are our cookie monster cakes that turned out looking like a demon. Join us and don't forget to share any funny marketing expectations vs. reality situations you've run into! 

We’ve been on both sides of the table, some of us have been interns and all of us have worked with them so let’s be clear - not all interns are created equal! What does it take to stand out and be a helpful, impactful intern that contributes to real team goals and leaves a lasting impression on a business? We’re outlining eight ways you can level up and be noticeable while getting the most out of your experience. 

Two members of the Wine & Whiteboards team went to art school and of course, the rest of us work with a designer on a regular basis. So, we thought, let's drink and laugh about all the ridiculous situations and weird experiences we found ourselves in as design students. We're talking nude drawings, brutal design critique, and so much more!

We know what it’s like to work a full-time job and have a side hustle. You’re sacrificing nights and weekends to pursue your career. The balancing act can be exhausting at times, but trust us - it’s well worth it! In this episode, we look at freelancing from two perspectives. First, from the eyes of the freelancer, then from the perspective of those who work with and hire freelancers. Join us as we share eight tips to balance both your 9 to 5 and freelance so you don’t kill your creativity.

Contractors and freelancers are a great way to supplement your team and bring in new skill sets that are highly specialized. We've hired countless freelancers over the years and there have been a few gems who've helped us grow! But on the flip side, there's also been a few who didn't cut it (not to mention made our lives more difficult) and created more work for us. In this episode of Drunken Marketing, we'll be sharing some of the most interesting, bizarre, and memorable interactions we've had with our contractors and freelancers. 

If you’re looking to build an email marketing strategy, or want to revamp your current approach, it might be overwhelming to determine where to start. Our email marketing journey has been a roller coaster ride, but we’ve learned a lot, and we can help make yours a smooth drive through the French countryside (with stops at wineries of course!) In this episode we’ll provide you with some specific steps to reinvigorate your email marketing and how to get started if you’re new to the game.

Marketers are all too familiar with shipping logistics. If events are a part of your marketing strategy, 9 times out of 10 you’ve experienced at least one shipping mishap. It may not come as a surprise that we’ve had more than one (or two) over the past 5 years. These mishaps may have led to tears of frustration at the time, but now they're just hilarious stories. Therefore, in our very first episode of Drunken Marketing, we’re talking about everything from cupcake disasters to chasing down a UPS truck.