We’re Building ‘La Masia’ Inside CTC Global for Those Who Think They Deserve a Shot.

Joy Sharma

by Joy Sharma

Nov. 06 2024

Tryouts End Nov 30th, 2024

"La masia del F.C. Barcelona" by Maria Rosa Ferre is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0.

La Masia, the legendary academy that shaped the future of soccer, isn’t just a place … it’s an ideal.

Known as “The Farmhouse,” it was the first youth academy where FC Barcelona’s scouts identified the rawest, most promising talent. These players had no prestige, only hunger and potential. There, they trained to become the best at the game.

La Masia
La masia del F.C. Barcelona. (left) 1992 team photo displayed at La Masia to encourage young players. Photo reads, "With effort and sacrifice, you can also make it. Just do it, it is worth it!" (right)

La Masia represents a powerful commitment to nurture raw talent, regardless of status, pedigree, or background. The only criteria? Potential, grit, and a relentless drive to perform.

At CTC Global, we’re building our own La Masia … a place for fearless individuals ready to make an impact. Like the original La Masia, this isn’t about titles, degrees, or connections. It’s about pure performance and results.

We discarding the ‘traditional’ assessment of people. We won’t ask you …

  • How much experience do you have?
  • Which big companies have you worked for?
  • What is your background, and qualifications?

Instead, you’ll be judged solely by your impact, results, and ability to elevate our team and clients.

This ethos isn’t just a tagline … it’s a promise.

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And, we’re backing up that promise by publically publishing client results monthly. If there’s ever a question about our quality, the numbers will speak for us.

If you’re good enough, you’re old enough. In our La Masia, it’s your drive, adaptability, and results that define your worth.

We’re building something unique here at CTC Global … something unlike anything we’ve done at the enterprise level. This is a place for those who are ready to take their shot and prove, month after month, that they have what it takes to redefine the game.

Joy Sharma

“I am just trying to find more ‘Joys’ in the world, and help them achieve what I did … faster than it took me to get here.”

Who is this For?

We’re seeking a special kind of individual to join us … a critical thinker with the skills and mindset to thrive in an environment that values results over titles.

We are looking for people who possess the following …

Skills

  • Naturally smart and structured problem-solver
  • Good with numbers
  • Persuasive communicator

Traits

  • Shares our values: autodidact, competitive greatness, and unimpeachable character
  • Incredibly hard-working and driven

Alumni

Of course, this isn’t for everyone. We’re not just looking for just smart people or just hungry people … we want both.

Our recent hires have been exactly that:
  • A 20-year-old with an insatiable appetite for knowledge, who absorbs information with impressive speed and precision.
  • A Head of Operations for a nine-figure company who rose at 6 am daily to train with us.
  • A Credit Analyst from a public retail group who tackles challenges with extreme dedication and focus.
  • A Media Buyer who dedicates 12-hour days to perfecting his craft, caring deeply about client success.

These individuals are unicorns … those whose past roles might not directly predict their excellence here but who are driven, naturally intelligent, and relentlessly hard-working.

If you see yourself in this group — someone smart, hungry, and ready to break the mold — then we want to meet you.

Apply for the interview, and let’s see if you’re ready to join us.

The Offer

If you believe you are the hardest-working person you know, if you’re someone who’s never satisfied without growth in your career … this is for you.

We offer a clear path, built on a structured system that requires a massive commitment. But on the other side, like any great program, you’ll emerge transformed … one of the elites who can walk into any business, and make a profound impact.

“The ability to impact a business right away … feeling the joy of that happening is special to me. In my first month on job, I was able to apply these principles and grow a business from $70k to $150k in 30 days.”

– An Accelerator Strategist

Here, you’ll also develop character traits that reflect CTC’s standards. As one of our Strategists put it:

“This really keeps me accountable as the standard of people is so high so it forces you to perform. Just the table stakes are excellence and anything less than that is banished so it makes you be excellent, makes you disciplined and self-aware which are important qualities for me.”

– Another Accelerator Strategist

At CTC, we keep pushing the boundaries … developing new, industry-changing tools each year, and instilling everyone here with more skills and opportunities. The first year will demand the most from you, but even beyond that, you’ll continue evolving, directly contributing to the next phase of innovation.

Excellence is non-negotiable.

Achieving this level of impact elsewhere would require heavily investing in mentors and training programs, only to fall short without the benefit of real-world application.

Here, you’re not limited by the experiences of a single company. Instead, you gain exposure to an entire industry, compressing years of growth into a fraction of the time. With CTC’s brand recognition, clients trust you from day one, allowing you to make an immediate impact.

sample of CTC clients
A small sample-set of Common Thread Collective's clients.

The growth here is rapid, and the learning is exponential.

You’ll work hard wherever you go, but only here will you be surrounded by top talent, handling high-caliber clients who challenge you every day, operating at a pace that would take years to achieve in any other role.

This environment instills discipline, accountability, and standards that push you further than any other role could. The sacrifice is real, but so are the rewards … unmatched expertise, influence, and income potential.

The application deadline is November 30th, 2024

With just two open positions this November and hundreds of applications, our hiring process is highly selective. This is the final hiring round of the year … the last chance to secure a role where the demand is high, but the opportunity is rare.

Apply Now

Our Guarantee

If you truly embody our values, with the will and resilience to overcome any challenge, and a hunger to learn, this path is for you. In six months, you won’t recognize yourself … this journey transforms those who embrace it, and it’s impossible to understand the depth of growth until you’ve lived it.

If your goals align with everything we’ve outlined above, this is the fastest way to achieve them.

Our guarantee is simple: you won’t find a better career option for someone with your ambition and potential. In your first six months, if you don’t feel you’ve mastered our core principles, I’ll personally coach you until you do. If, after three months, you don’t see meaningful growth in your skills and character, I’ll work with you to create a one-on-one development roadmap.

Joy Sharma

“This is gonna be the hardest you ever worked … you’ll grow faster than you ever have. And you’ll continue to learn from the best in the industry, as we keep building leading innovations.“

Why Our Alumini Came to Us … and Why You Might, Too

If you’re reading this, you’re likely searching for something beyond the usual job. Maybe you’re tired of feeling underutilized, undervalued, or stuck in roles that don’t tap into your full potential. Perhaps you’ve felt overlooked … or maybe you just crave a role that lets you make a real impact.

Here’s what some of our team members left behind … and what they found when they joined CTC:

Driven to Grow

I felt like I was wasting potential.

In my old job, I’d finish my tasks in half the time, which left me procrastinating with nothing to push me forward. I realized I needed more than a routine job. I needed a place that challenged me.

When I saw CTC’s approach, I was struck by how they tackled problems in ways no one else did. I knew that if I wanted to grow fast, this was the place I needed to go next. Now, I’m surrounded by smart, driven people I no longer have to reach out to — they’re right here, and those conversations are part of my day-to-day life.

If you want to learn ecommerce, working in an agency like CTC is invaluable …

… it accelerates growth, compressing years of experience into months.

I am growing faster than ever. The same outcomes would have taken me longer on any other path. CTC’s mental models and philosophies are a university in themselves, so even fresh Uni grads should work here.

The experience is transformative.

CTC is structured for improvement, and you get to learn methodically, becoming better every day. The truth is, after this experience, you can do anything.

Elevating Standards

My previous job was a dead-end for my talent. I was stuck in a role that didn’t use my full potential and I just started feeling lazy, so I made the jump to CTC.

It’s been a total transformation. My friends now think I’ve 'got my act together,' and even joke about how I must be rich. My family, though they don’t fully understand what I do, see the positive change and are proud. It’s fun to brag about where I work now, especially since CTC is unknown in some circles. I just say, ‘We’re the biggest in the game, buddy,’ and they get it.

Being here is like night and day compared to my last job. I now work with better clients, top-tier companies, and a high-quality environment that I’ve come to really value. And there’s no pretending here.

At my last agency, I had to ‘spin’ things to make us look good, which I hated. Here, I get to be honest with clients and still do impactful, well-compensated work.

It’s real work, real results, and real growth.

I used to think creative strategy was the best route to success, as I didn’t even understand what growth strategy was. After joining the team, I learned really fast that growth strategy is the highest level you could be in if you want to work with an ecomm. business and grow fast.

Seeking True Impact

Before joining, I felt my work wasn’t making the impact I wanted.

I discovered CTC on YouTube while trying to solve a specific issue, and I remember thinking, ‘Why are these the only people talking about these deeper ideas?’

That’s when I knew CTC was where I could make a real impact.

I’d been at a nine-figure company before, where bureaucracy slows everything down. Here, I cut through that and make a direct impact every day.

For those who care about impact, CTC is the place to be. Here, we’re not just making ecommerce more efficient … we’re shaping its future.

CTC has a system backed by intelligent people, a well-thought-out process, and countless opportunities to learn methodically. I remember seeing the results of my work within 30 days of joining, and that rush of accomplishment hasn’t faded. If you follow what CTC teaches, you’ll see the positive impact in your clients’ lives almost immediately … that’s a level of fulfillment I never had before.

If You’re Ready for More Than a Job …

If you’re done with narrow roles that limit your growth, and you’re ready for a career that rewards real hard work with tangible results, CTC could be the step you need. It’s a place where you can bring ideas to life, skip the red tape, and shape businesses in ways that truly matter.

CTC isn’t for everyone … it’s only for people who would be disappointed to look back in 3–6 months and realize they hadn’t grown professionally.

If you resonate with this, and if you’re ready to be part of something transformative, apply now and join a team that’s building the future of ecommerce … one impactful client at a time.

Why Us?

Brand & Credibility

Joining this program means working with the best in ecommerce. CTC is one of the biggest marketing agencies in the U.S., and our portfolio includes some of the most recognized names in the industry. This credibility, brand associations, and the reputation you build here will benefit you throughout your career.

sample of CTC clients
A small sample-set of Common Thread Collective's clients.

The Prophit System

Working here acts as a time compression chamber. You’ll be part of rigorous training, hands-on experience, and exposure to industry-leading practices … all designed to build skills in months that would take years elsewhere. And you’ll see the impact within your first month.

CTC’s Prophit System is our proprietary, industry-leading framework, rooted in core principles, and proven effective. It’s designed to give you the confidence, practical tools, and deep knowledge necessary to learn ecommerce at an accelerated speed. This system sets us apart from other agencies and gives our clients unparalleled results.

It’s how the top players do growth strategy, and it’s unlike anything else out there.

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Become a T-Shaped Marketer

At CTC, you’ll develop a wide-ranging skill set across multiple areas, while also going deep in one specialty. You’ll master everything from building marketing calendars and creating offers to data analysis and understanding financials. This “T-shaped” expertise makes you well-rounded, highly adaptable, and valuable within ecommerce and beyond.

At CTC, we control $5 billion in GMV, and as a top-tier partner with Meta, Shopify, and Google, we’re at the heart of the industry’s most valuable data.

This partnership gives us insights that most agencies don’t have. We’ve built proprietary tools based on this data … giving you a competitive edge in the field.

Personal Growth

At CTC, personal growth goes beyond skill-building; it’s about transforming into a strategic thinker capable of making a real impact. Here, you’re surrounded by experts who push you to elevate your game every day. Our structured onboarding and continuous training set you up for success from the start.

We value fairness and clarity.

Your development is fully supported with a clear path for advancement. We offer transparent progress tracking through a weekly performance dashboard, so you always know where you stand. Promotions are merit-based, with well-defined criteria that reward impactful work and skill progression. And with each new role, you gain more responsibility, higher pay, and room for growth.

Autonomy is essential at CTC.

We trust you to own your work and thrive in an environment without layers of management. Instead, you’re given freedom, clear feedback, and high standards to measure up to. Great work is consistently recognized, and clear expectations keep you challenged and engaged are set weekly.

CTC is a place where you’re empowered to reach your potential while building a career that’s as rewarding as it is impactful. Here, you will learn how to change the fundamental outcome of any business.

Setting the Standard

CTC provides a work environment that combines flexibility, freedom, and high standards, without layers of middle management to create the perfect platform for growth. You’re surrounded by ambitious, like-minded peers, who hold you to a standard of excellence that makes accountability and improvement second nature.

Here you get paid to learn and gain experience so valuable, you’d pay for it if you knew what was ahead (I did.)

With a clear progression plan, structured feedback, and the support of a team that shares your drive, we’re giving you the fastest, most effective path to reaching your goals, in a place where you can genuinely thrive

We take a quality-centered approach, prioritizing the caliber of work above all. Rather than focusing solely on perks, CTC emphasizes a culture where each team member is committed to delivering exceptional results … as excellence is just the table stakes here. This approach not only ensures growth but upholds the reputation and impact we strive for as an industry leader.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re looking to transition into ecommerce from fields like business operations, retail, mathematics, and data analytics, or if you know you have the skills and traits to succeed … we want you at CTC Global. We’re not just looking for people already steeped in ecommerce; we want sharp minds who are ready to make their mark and push boundaries.

Working with us means becoming a part of something bigger. You’ll build the skills and values to make you stand out in any room.

[Dear Applicant],

If you want to take the easy path, go somewhere else. Go where nobody knows who Taylor Holiday or CTC is, and be the king of the hill by copying our playbook.

But if you’re serious about going toe-to-toe with the best in ecommerce, if you’re ready to learn and grow alongside the most driven minds in the industry, then this is where you belong.

Joining CTC is like earning a golden ticket to the top. Think of it as Seal Team 6 training for ecommerce, where personal growth and professional excellence are valued above all else. This is a place for those who want to become the best … those who want to work, learn, and rise alongside the best.

If you’re used to being the smartest person in the room, come hang out in our rooms. Every day at CTC, you’ll rub shoulders with industry experts, work on diverse business challenges, and have the opportunity to learn from the best.

It’s like playing basketball alongside Michael Jordan … you’ll be pushed, tested, and, most importantly, elevated and you will never be bored as there will always be something new.

We offer a portfolio of experience that will be unmatched, enabling you to build a dynasty of your own. Working with us isn’t just a job; it’s a transformative experience that sets you up to succeed in any future endeavor.

If you’re serious about growing professionally, ready to work harder than you ever have, learn faster than you ever have, make more than you ever have, and are hungry for more, then CTC is the best possible scenario.

If you’re ready to build the future you envision, we’re excited to welcome you aboard.

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Our Promise.

Working here will push you to your limits. This will feel like a time compression chamber where you’ll learn faster than you ever thought possible. You'll absorb knowledge quickly and consistently, experiencing tremendous growth.

“You will work harder than you ever have, you will learn and be supported more than you ever have and you will make more than you ever have “

– Joy Sharma, Director of Global Accelerator

You can’t even imagine, but trust me …

In six months, you won’t recognize yourself, and you won’t know it until you live it.

If you have large career goals, and the drive to go after them, if you’re smart, hungry, and ready to learn, this is the place for you.

The application deadline is November 30th, 2024

With just two open positions this November and hundreds of applications, our hiring process is highly selective. This is the final hiring round of the year … the last chance to secure a role where the demand is high, but the opportunity is rare.

Apply Now

Joy Sharma

Joy Sharma is the Director of the Global Accelerator Program at CTC — a program with the mission statement:

"If you are a sub-$10M eCommerce brand, you should FIRE YOUR AGENCY TOMORROW, as NOBODY can beat this service at this price."

Always on the lookout for elite global talent who believe they deserve a shot, Joy is passionate about creating opportunities for those ready to prove themselves. Connect with him on Twitter or LinkedIn.