Archive for the ‘Advertising’ Category

This is Why Social Media Marketers Struggle

Social media marketers have been refining their professional approach to business value for nearly 20 years. Why can’t they grasp the simple idea of ROI?

How to keep from being Cracker Barreled

The Cracker Barrel marketing implosion became personal. When marketing becomes politicized, could this backlash happen to me? Could it happen to you?

The most human marketing I’ve ever seen

Let’s take a break from the constant AI news feed and consider of our favorite most human marketing stories.

Wide Range of AI Signals Will Determine Purchasing Recommendations

Millions of people are turning to AI to help them make purchasing decisions. AI is becoming the customer we need to reach and to do that, we will turn to AI Signals.

Five ways to influence your brand message when consumers are in control

Brands no longer have control of the brand message but these five strategies can provide influence that keeps the core story intact.

The unexpected moment when AI became a friend

AI became a friend when it stepped in with an unexpected act of kindness. When you become fond of an AI companion, could love be far behind?

Why strategic imperfection is your essential strategy to beating the bots

When competitors use AI to achieve Hollywood perfection, go the other direction. Strategic imperfection is a major trend right now and a key strategy to beat the bots.

The Thin Line Between Bold Marketing and Brand Suicide

We live in a time that calls for bold marketing. But breaking taboos not meant to be broken can cost you your job, as this case study reveals

How AI is creating a pandemic of dull (and what to do about it!)

Endless, repetitive AI content is creating a pandemic of dull. Our only hope is the genuine hope and emotional meaning that comes from the human spirit.