Digital marketing, where to start?

Hi guys, I’m new to this field. I don’t know where I should start. Can I get help from someone willing to guide me.

Hi @surya_k and welcome to the Community, we are delighted to have you here!
Great question, thanks for asking the HubSpot Community!
Here are some resources that might be helpful for you:
- Digital Marketing Training: Digital Marketing Certification Course: Get Certified in Digital Marketing (FREE Certification Course)
- The solutions from @JWronski and @danmoyle on this thread “New to digital marketing and seeking guidance on where to begin
- Digital Marketing made simple
Also, I’d love to put you in touch with our Top Experts: Hi @AMcIver, @CHawkins and @Gaurav_Aggarwal do you have other suggestions to share with @surya_k, please?
Have a wonderful weekend and thanks a lot in advance for your help! :star:
Bérangère, HubSpot Community Manager

Welcome @surya_k !! :blush:

You’ve definitely come to the right place. The HubSpot community is full of amazing, knowledgeable folks who are always willing to help and share insights. It’s a great way to learn, grow, and connect.

I’d also recommend checking out the Sprocketeer Slack community:
:backhand_index_pointing_right: Join here
It’s a free Slack community full of HubSpot enthusiasts, users, and experts, and there are always great conversations happening around HubSpot tools and strategies. Plus, you’ll get support from people who are working through the same things you’re learning.

And I can’t echo @BérangèreL enough—HubSpot Academy is an awesome starting point!
:backhand_index_pointing_right: Check out the Digital Marketing course
HubSpot’s free courses are an incredible resource, and this one gives you a solid foundation in digital marketing, which is great for beginners.

If you’re in a stage where you’re building experience, you might also be eligible for the HubSpot Internship Program!
:backhand_index_pointing_right: Learn more about the micro-internship opportunities
It’s a perfect way to get hands-on experience while still learning!

And last but not least, I put together a HubSpot for Beginners course that walks through 30 short videos, covering the essentials of setting up a new HubSpot portal from scratch—ideal for new users!
:backhand_index_pointing_right: Sign up here

Best of luck on your journey—there’s so much to discover, and you’re in the right place to grow!

Feel free to reach out if you have any specific questions along the way!

Welcome to the Community @surya_k! Full agreement with @CHawkins here and the tips offered. Plus the resources from @BérangèreL. I’d add that as you find helpful folks, don’t be afraid to ask them if you could connect via DM to make more friends in this space. A lot of us are willing to grab a 15-30 minute meeting with folks new in the space to share knowledge and lift others up. Not everyone has the time, so don’t take it personally if they say no. But keep connecting with others and you’ll find your circle!

Can I get a suggestion from you guys @CHawkins and @danmoyle regarding Digital marketing? I’m planning to start from the basics, and then move on to SEO and CRM tools. After that, I’m planning to pursue Canva Mastery. Is there anything more that I should check for a secure career?

@surya_k sure! Other places to “cut your teeth” so-to-speak would be to find a small business or volunteer opportunity to practice what you learn from places like HubSpot Academy.

I’m also a fan of resources like Content Marketing Institute and creators like Chris Brogan, Ann Handley, Amber Naslund, and David Meerman Scott. Finding folks like that to learn from and derive inspiration from is important.

And there are LinkedIn Learning courses on marketing that are pretty up-to-date.

I started my career in digital marketing, I realized the best approach was to join a structured and practical program. The Digital Marketing Course from IIM SKILLS turned out to be the perfect choice. It offers one-on-one mentorship, a two-month internship, job placement support, and a globally recognized certification. The course covers everything from SEO and social media marketing to Google Ads, content strategy, and analytics. What I like most is its hands-on learning style, which helped me understand real-world marketing strategies and build a strong foundation to grow in the digital marketing field.