In the powerful Season 3 finale of the Page 2 Podcast, we welcome Azeem Ahmadâaward-winning digital marketer, podcast host, and outspoken diversity advocate. Azeem shares his journey from aspiring sports journalist to leading in-house SEO roles, agency life, and launching the Azeem Digital Asks podcast. This episode goes beyond strategy to talk about self-worth, salary negotiations, and the deep-rooted inequities in the marketing industry. With unfiltered insights and personal stories, Azeem challenges us all to rethink equity, visibility, and opportunity in digital marketing.
đ In this episode:
⢠How Azeem pivoted from sports journalism into SEO and digital marketing
⢠The difference between agency vs. in-house SEO career paths
⢠Salary disparities and the importance of transparency in the SEO industry
⢠Why he launched his podcast and how it amplifies underrepresented voices
⢠The personal and professional toll of being overlooked due to bias
⢠What inspired his viral article: "Diversity, Inclusion, and Marketing in 2021: Why Has Nothing Changed?"
⢠DEI progress in SEOâwhatâs working, whatâs not, and whatâs needed
⢠Practical steps companies and individuals can take to create real change
⢠A candid discussion about privilege, allyship, and accountability in tech
⢠Closing the season with a look ahead and how every voice matters
A must-listen episode for any marketer who believes in equity, authenticity, and growthâon every level.
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