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The Rumblings

From subtle murmurs to sudden booming shifts, the marketing and advertising landscape changes on the reg. Check out our perspectives on what’s shaking things up.

Posts in Research & Strategy
Robot Vs. Human Mistakes: Part 1

As an agency, we rely on human experts almost constantly to do bigger and better things. And though we rely on computers to track how well we do something, we're certainly not asking them to take over anytime soon. As marketing innovation evolves, integrating AI technology has become a pivotal goal of many businesses.  

However, when it comes to mistakes, the question arises…

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“The Biggest Night in Advertising” Trends in 2024

With the big game fast approaching, we asked our Executive Director/Connections, Mike Pocci, about the value of tackling a Super Bowl spot and the risks and rewards when you do it right.

“Doing it right” can mean a lot of different things depending on who you ask. Ultimately, could this sought-after spot be a great return on your investment? We think so. However, many factors must align for that to be true.   

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Leveraging Influencers in Your Marketing Efforts

If you're an active social media user, chances are you've seen all sorts of influencer marketing content, especially on your Instagram or TikTok feeds.  

Influencers are compelling because they have a trusted voice and can impact the perception of your brand through their dedicated followers, who can double as your brand's target demographic. Well-crafted influencer campaigns can help lift the curtain on a brand with their reach. 

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Winning in Channel Marketing

Channel marketing has changed dramatically in recent years due to the complexity and variety of options becoming available for consumers. Marketers have had to step up their game in order to make sure they are eliminating unnecessary barriers for consumers who are shopping in-store. Certainly, the internet has changed the way we shop completely with online shopping more competitive than ever. That doesn’t mean that brick and mortar shopping experiences are going away anytime soon. So how can you make sure that you’re winning through the right channels? 

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Evaluating Advertising Platforms: Challenges of the Metaverse “Platform” 

Across internet platforms like social media, broadcast radio or television and now streaming platforms it can be difficult to figure out where the best bet is to put ad dollars. With the introduction of the Metaverse and its various advertising offerings from companies like Meta or Roblox, Metaverse business opportunities are developing but are still very new. 

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Erosion Of Loyalty (Part 5 of 6): Employee Culture is Everything

Companies not only need to recognize and pay employees, but are also now expected to nurture employees’ wellbeing. Many people think of culture as just office pizza parties or free coffee in the break room, but it’s more than that. ​Culture is everything.

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Erosion Of Loyalty (Part 4 of 6): Loyalty By Generation

Every generation has a unique set of personalities, lifestyle choices and spending habits. Experts agree that the three key trends shaping generations are parenting, technology and economics. That’s why it is essential to make sure you’re using the right tools and strategies to target the correct generational audiences that make sense for your brand.

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Erosion Of Loyalty (Part 3 of 6): Best Brand Practices

There are many external factors your brand simply cannot control — like a pandemic, maybe. However, you can control the internal aspects that shape how your brand is perceived by the public. Bad publicity can spread like wildfire especially with the common usage of social media. Achieving loyal customers in today’s climate boils down to good public relations (PR).

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Content Marketing World Event Q&A with R. Wilson

Our Art Director, Rachel Wilson, had the opportunity to attend Content Marketing World last week in Cleveland. The event showcased knowledgeable experts across a range of content marketing topics from SEO to UX to blogging and more. Luckily for us, Rachel came back to tell us all about it and answer our questions!

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