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Green Hushing vs. Green Washing
TL;DRGreen Washing is when companies exaggerate their sustainability efforts, while Green Hushing is when they avoid talking about them altogether. Both can harm consumer trust. To succeed, brands should focus on honest, transparent communication about their sustainability journey, balancing both their achievements and challenges to build credibility. In today’s marketplace, sustainability is more than a buzzword—it’s a critical component of a brand’s identity and consumer…
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The Murderer Behind Nike’s Most Successful Ad Campaign
TL;DRNike’s iconic “Just Do It” slogan was surprisingly inspired by the final words of convicted murderer Gary Gilmore, “Let’s do it,” before his execution. In 1988, Dan Wieden from the ad agency Wieden+Kennedy adapted the phrase to create Nike’s powerful…
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How Humor Can Transform Your Brand’s Social Media Engagement
TL;DRHumor is a powerful tool in social media, helping brands stand out and build memorable connections. Brands like Duolingo showcase how wit can boost visibility, engagement, and brand loyalty. Humor enhances brand recall, humanizes the brand, and fosters customer loyalty. To integrate humor…
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The Old Spice Marketing Revamp: A Masterclass in Rebranding
TL; DROld Spice went from an outdated brand struggling to stay relevant to a modern, viral sensation thanks to a bold marketing revamp. Key elements like humor, the iconic “Old Spice Guy” campaign, and social media engagement helped rebrand Old Spice for a younger audience. The result?…
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The Men’s Underwear Index as an Economic Indicator
TL;DRThe Men’s Underwear Index (MUI) is an unconventional economic indicator that tracks men’s underwear sales to gauge consumer confidence and economic trends. Popularized by Alan Greenspan, it reflects how spending on basic items like underwear changes during economic downturns and recoveries.…
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Ancient Egypt & the Origins of Advertising
TL;DRAdvertising has roots stretching back to ancient Egypt, where merchants used papyrus to broadcast sales messages, setting the stage for the art of persuasion we know today. These early ads employed visuals and persuasive language to capture attention—techniques that have evolved but remain…
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The Evolution of Product Placement: A Marketing Phenomenon
TL;DRProduct placement has evolved from its 19th-century origins with Coca-Cola to a key marketing strategy in today’s media, subtly embedding products in entertainment to influence consumer behavior and boost brand recognition. From “E.T.” increasing Reese’s Pieces sales to Apple’s ubiquitous…