MTMG’s ConnectToWork with Marc Thaler – Building Global Campaigns, Culture, and Clarity in B2B Marketing

Episode Synopsis: In this episode of MTMG's ConnectToWork, Marc Thaler shares his journey from journalist to global marketing leader. Marc reflects on the evolving job market, the value of staying grounded, and the power of leading with empathy. Listeners will gaininsights on how to stay focused during career transitions, lead high-performing creative teams, and build scalable systems that drive consistent communication.His lessons from running, mentorship, and writing reinforce the importance of controlling what you can control and showing up with purpose.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

💡How to lead creative teams with clarity and connection
✅Why mindset matters more than skillset during career transitions
🎯Using marketing systems to deliver global impact

Key Quotes:

🎤 "Control what I can control: attitude, effort, and focus."

🎤 "If you don't have time to do it right, when will you have time to do it over?"

🎤 "Running is my reset. It's how I stay the best version of myself for others."

Meet The Interviewee:

Marc Thaler is a B2B marketing leader and former journalist with over a decade of experience in content strategy, editorial management, and global campaign leadership. He has directed content initiatives for major clients like Microsoft and IBM and built distributed creative teams across three continents. Marc is known as a "culture carrier," leading with empathy, structure, and purpose.

Preferred Next Role:
Marc is seeking a senior content or marketing leadership position focused on shaping editorial strategies, elevating team performance, and ensuring consistent, measurable impact across all communications.

Books, Music, or Podcasts Referenced:
"The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins
"Tuesdays with Morrie" by Mitch Albom

How to Connect
🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcthaler/
📧Email: [e-mail]

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