One of our favorite case studies of all time is the story of how Nike used epic content to win the World Cup buzz. Here is the inside story of how some of the biggest names in sports came together to launch a massive marketing victory.
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Sometimes we don’t even know we’re stuck. Read this post for the 3 telltale signs your marketing team is stagnant, plus surefire ways to improve efficiencies, save time, save money, and spark growth — all at the same time.
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Mark Schaefer and Tom Webster review some of their favorite recent marketing books on the latest Marketing Companion episode.
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It’s said that the biggest lie on the internet is a consumer saying, “I have read and agree to the terms and conditions.” In that case, the second biggest lie on the internet is a brand saying, “We value your feedback.” They don’t.
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In a world of ever-growing complexity, focusing on these three words may provide effective direction to any marketing strategy.
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The world is ultra-competitive, even when creative talent is in demand. Mars Dorian provides some ideas on how he keeps his edge.
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Data, big data and bigger data. If the data don’t show that the creative is going to work, throw it out the window. Play it safe, do what the data says. But for how much longer? There’s a need for balancing data and emotion.
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Digital advertising is ready for a shake-out. Budgets are high and ad inventory is down. Where is this new wave of money going to be spent?
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While corporate storytelling is all the rage, let’s consider three trends that point to the dawn of a humbling new era in consumer marketing.
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