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Maya: Maya is in her 1st year,

brimming with excitement and
ambition, yearning to
start her career in
full stack development
as a freelancer.

2.
Dev: A seasoned full stack
freelance developer, radiating
confidence.

3.
Chapter 1: The Seed of Curiosity
Maya: (Stressed) Hey Dev, I'm feeling lost. I'm
about to graduate, and everyone keeps asking
me what I want to do with my life. Honestly, I
have no clue.

Dev: (Smiling) Don't worry, Maya. Everyone

feels lost at some point. But don't let that
discourage you. This is the perfect time to
explore your options and discover your
passion.

Maya: (Curious) Actually, there is something

that piques my interest. Everyone keeps talking
about digital marketing, but I don't even know
where to begin. Is it possible to build a career
in it with zero skills?

4.
Dev: (Enthusiastic) Absolutely! Digital
marketing is a booming field with endless
possibilities. And guess what? You don't need a
fancy degree or years of experience to get
started. All you need is curiosity, a willingness
to learn, and the right roadmap.

Maya: (Excited) A roadmap? You mean there's

a plan for someone like me to succeed in this
field?

Dev: (Nodding) Of course! In fact, I've created a

90-day roadmap specifically designed for
people starting from scratch. It's a step-by-
step guide that will take you from complete
beginner to confident digital marketer in just
three months.

5.
Maya: (Eyes wide) Ninety days? That sounds
ambitious!

Dev: (Smiling) It's definitely achievable, Maya.

We'll break it down into bite-sized tasks and
weekly milestones. We'll also explore common
myths and challenges along the way, so you're
well-prepared for anything.

Month 1:
Building Your Foundation
Digital Marketing Landscape: Social
media, email, search engines, paid
advertising, and more.
Marketing Fundamentals: Marketing mix,
target audience analysis, marketing funnel
stages.
Buyer Persona Development: Create a
detailed profile of your ideal customer.

6.
Month 1:
Free Resources:
Digital Marketing Landscape:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_mar
keting
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U-
X7DG9UY3M
https://digitalmarketinginstitute.com/

Marketing Fundamentals:
https://blog.hubspot.com/sales/sales-
funnel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=Ft7Fgvn7KVo

Buyer Persona Development:

https://knowledge.hubspot.com/contacts
/create-and-edit-personas
https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/buy
er-persona-research
https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=e2VfRl6TuVo

7.
Month 2:
Deepening Your Expertise
Advanced SEO Techniques: Keyword
research, backlink analysis, technical SEO
audits, structured data.
Social Media Advertising Pro Tips:
Audience targeting, campaign budget
optimization, ad creative testing.
Website Conversion Optimization
Strategies: Design optimization, user
experience improvements, call to action
implementation.

8.
Month 2:
Free Resources:
Advanced SEO Techniques:
https://moz.com/beginners-guide-to-
seo
https://m.youtube.com/watch?
v=sE7z1g0-eVM
Social Media Advertising Pro Tips:
https://blog.hootsuite.com/twitter-ads/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=1iZl0bCyDPQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=vhZdQkMkf_0
Website Conversion Optimization
Strategies:
https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/how
-to-increase-conversion-rate
https://neilpatel.com/blog/conversion-
rate-optimization-misconceptions/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=wjIcii_sIOA
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=J-
RQfv9EWa4

9.
Month 3:
Refining Your Craft
Content Marketing Optimization:
Influencer marketing, content
personalization, content repurposing.
Email Automation Efficiency: Automated
email sequences, lead nurturing
campaigns, abandoned cart reminders.
Marketing Automation Tools Mastery:
HubSpot, Marketo, data management,
campaign optimization.

10.
Month 3:
Free Resources:
Content Marketing Optimization:
https://contentmarketinginstitute.com/
https://influencermarketinghub.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=gpfHcUL3xbM
Email Automation Efficiency:
https://mailchimp.com/help/create-an-
automation/
https://help.klaviyo.com/hc/en-
us/articles/115002779411
https://m.youtube.com/watch?
v=q2Ch1m2r_VA
Marketing Automation Tools Mastery:
https://blog.hubspot.com/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Customer_d
ata_platform
https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=QKHc9T-Y3BM

11.
Additional Skills and Concepts:
Data & Analytics
Essential Design Principles
Paid Advertising Strategies
Personal Branding and Storytelling
Industry-Specific Marketing Strategies
Building a Portfolio
Networking and Community Building
Emerging Trends in Digital Marketing
Freelancing and Consulting Opportunities
Ethical and Legal Considerations

Tools and Resources:

HubSpot Academy
Google Digital Garage
Moz Beginner's Guide to SEO
Google Analytics
Facebook Ads Manager
Canva
Mailchimp
SEMrush

12.
Maya: Thank you, Dev! I can't wait to start
learning from you and exploring the world of
digital marketing.

Maya: (Intrigued) Tell me more about the

myths and challenges. What are the biggest
obstacles people face when starting in digital
marketing?

Dev: One common myth is that you need a ton

of money to get started. The truth is, many
valuable resources are available for free
online. We'll be utilizing websites like HubSpot
Academy, Google Digital Garage, and Moz
Beginner's Guide to SEO throughout our
journey.

Maya: (Relieved) That's a weight off my

shoulders. I was worried I wouldn't be able to
afford expensive courses or software.

13.
Myth 1:
You need a marketing degree or
years of experience to succeed
in digital marketing.

Explanation: While a degree or experience can

be helpful, it is not essential to get started in
digital marketing. There are many valuable
resources available online, and many entry-
level positions do not require a degree. The
most important thing is to have a strong
understanding of digital marketing principles
and be willing to learn new things.

14.
Myth 2:
Digital marketing is all about
being technical and coding.

Explanation: While some aspects of digital

marketing do involve technical skills, it is not all
about coding. In fact, many successful digital
marketers do not have a strong technical
background. The most important skills are
creativity, problem-solving, and
communication.

Myth 3:
You need a lot of money to get
started in digital marketing.

Explanation: While there are some paid tools

and resources that can be helpful, there are
many free resources available online that can
get you started. You can also start with simple,
low-cost campaigns to get your feet wet.

15.
Myth 4:
Digital marketing is just about
getting likes and shares.

Explanation: While social media engagement

is important, it is not the only goal of digital
marketing. The ultimate goal is to convert
leads into customers. This requires a strategic
approach that includes understanding your
audience, creating valuable content, and
tracking your results.

Myth 5:
Digital marketing is a get-rich-
quick scheme.

Explanation: Digital marketing is a long-term

investment. It takes time to build an audience,
establish trust, and see results. However, with
hard work and dedication, it can be a very
rewarding career.

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Dev: One challenge people face is feeling
overwhelmed by the vast amount of
information. That's why our roadmap focuses
on learning the essential skills first, like content
creation, social media marketing, and email
marketing. We'll also explore paid tools and
platforms later on, once you have a solid
foundation.

Maya: (Excited) Thank you, Dev! I can't wait to

embark on this adventure with you as my
guide.

Dev: To make your learning journey even more

enriching, I highly recommend utilizing these
excellent free resources available online:

HubSpot Academy: Offers comprehensive

courses and tutorials on various digital
marketing topics, from social media
marketing to email marketing.
Google Digital Garage: Provides interactive
learning modules on digital marketing
fundamentals, covering everything from
website basics to search engine
optimization.

17.
 Moz Beginner's Guide to SEO: Serves as a
valuable resource for understanding the
basics of search engine optimization,
helping you get your website noticed
online.
Copyblogger: A website dedicated to
content marketing, providing valuable
insights and strategies for creating
engaging and effective content that
resonates with your audience.
Backlinko: A blog by Brian Dean, an SEO
expert, offering actionable tips and
techniques to improve your website's
backlink profile and boost its search engine
ranking.

By incorporating these free resources

alongside our roadmap, you'll gain a well-
rounded understanding of digital marketing
and be well-equipped to launch your career in
this exciting field.

18.
Maya: Wow, these resources look amazing! I'm
eager to dive into them and enhance my
learning experience.

Dev: Great enthusiasm, Maya! With dedication

and the right resources, you'll be on your way
to becoming a digital marketing master in no
time.

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