Google's AI summaries have been launched for all Gmail users, transforming email marketing strategies. With AI summarizing emails, brands need to prioritize clarity and directness in their messages. Follow the new playbook to navigate this change!
Everything about this Bio-Oil ad creative sucks, and yet…
This bad ad creative from Bio-Oil coupled with an excellent media/targeting play makes it a brilliant BOTF strategy.
Quick and simple guide for your Instagram strategy
Instagram recently broke down when and how to use each of its tools... and where they fit in the buyer’s journey. I’m also reading it as quiet confirmation of how the algorithm currently favours each format. Nothing earth-shattering, but it’s a good nudge to get more intentional with your content mix. Looking to reach new …
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You’re Probably Sitting on Marketing Gold and Don’t Even Know It
Discover how to unearth hidden marketing opportunities in your existing campaigns. Stop wasting valuable assets and transform one-time wins into multi-channel success stories. This guide reveals how breaking down silos between marketing teams helps maximize ROI and amplify your brand's reach through holistic content repurposing, cross-functional planning, and strategic content distribution. Perfect for marketing professionals looking to extract maximum value from current efforts without increasing budget.
What Brands Can Learn From Duolingo’s Owl “Death” Campaign
Duolingo's marketing strategy involved "killing off" their mascot, Duo, sparking significant dialogue and engagement. This bold move utilized humor, emotional connection, and timely cultural references to generate buzz. The campaign exemplified how brands can effectively surprise audiences, enhance mascot personality, and employ humor to create memorable marketing experiences while staying true to brand identity.
LinkedIn’s New Comment Metric Changes the Game for Businesses
LinkedIn's new comment impression counts feature changes how businesses engage, highlighting the importance of comments for visibility. Brands are encouraged to prioritize thoughtful interactions, assign commenting champions, and strategically participate in conversations. This shift toward a more community-driven approach can enhance brand awareness and engagement significantly.
Stealth Marketing: The Sneaky Way Brands Are Winning
Smart brands are moving away from traditional ads to stealth marketing, which feels organic and engaging. By using word-of-mouth, product placements, and influencers, companies like Apple and LiquidDeath build genuine connections at lower costs. This strategy is effective in cutting through ad saturation, making consumer interactions more meaningful.
Key Learnings From the Poppi Vending Machine Controversy
Poppi's Super Bowl marketing campaign aimed to promote its prebiotic soda through influencer-branded vending machines but faced backlash over wastefulness and elitism. Critics highlighted environmental concerns and suggested missed opportunities for community benefit. This incident underscores the need for thoughtful, authentic, and socially responsible influencer marketing strategies amidst shifting consumer expectations.
TikTok ban is on. What does it mean for Canadian businesses?
The Supreme Court just confirmed they're upholding the TikTok ban in the U.S. The app is set to go dark south of the border as early as Sunday, and that's going to create some interesting ripples for us here in Canada. Let's break down what this means for Canadian brands and businesses: Your TikTok Ad …
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Top Marketing Trends to Watch in 2025
2025 marketing trends emphasize hyper-personalization, ethical practices, and voice search optimization. Brands must engage with niche micro-communities and adopt interactive content formats. Augmented reality is set to reshape eCommerce experiences, promoting creativity and connection while moving away from outdated tactics. Thriving brands will embrace these exciting changes.
Why Most Marketing Resolutions Fail by February (And How to Make Yours Stick)
Many people set ambitious marketing resolutions each January but struggle to maintain them, often leading to inconsistent posting. A more effective approach is to start small, build systems rather than rely on motivation, and focus on meaningful metrics. Consistency and planning can lead to greater success in marketing efforts.
The Jaguar Rebrand, good or bad move?
Everyone is talking about the Jaguar rebrand, so I feel like I need to weigh in. Whether I like it, or don't like it, is irrelevant. I care about WHY they chose to do it.
I Made a Free LinkedIn Analytics Tool (Here’s Why You Need It)
The LinkedIn Report Card: the free interactive analytics tool I developed and why B2B, B2C and Individuals should try it.
The iOS 18.1 Update Every Brand Should Be Excited About: RCS Business Messaging
iOS 18.1 bring RCS business messaging to the masses and it's a big game changer for brands adding a new marketing channel to their strategy
Chick-fil-A’s Entertainment Push Should Make Every Brand Rethink Their Content Strategy
Chick-fil-A's new entertainment platform will change how brands of all size approach content marketing and storytelling. I share how you can apply this strategy to grow your business and build strong relationships with your customers.
How McDonald’s Mastered the Hype Machine for the McRib’s Return
In a masterclass of marketing strategy, McDonald's has just shown us how it's done with the return of their cult favorite: the McRib. I break down this brilliant campaign and extract some valuable lessons for brands looking to create buzz around their next big launch.
NotebookLM – The AI tool that will blow your mind and improve your brand
I used Google's NotebookLM, to analyze my LinkedIn profile, and in just a matter of minutes, this AI whipped up an entire 11-minute podcast episode about me!
Google Antitrust Trials: What’s Happening and How Will it Change Marketing?
Digital marketing is on the brink of a significant transformation as Google faces two major antitrust trials in 2024. Discover the potential impacts on SEO, digital advertising, data privacy, and how businesses can prepare for a more diverse and complex marketing landscape. Learn how to stay ahead by diversifying strategies, focusing on first-party data, and adapting to emerging technologies.
Learning from Recent Marketing Misfires – The Bumble and Apple Ad Campaigns
In the past week, marketing campaigns from Bumble and Apple have shown just how important it is to understand audience perceptions and the potential fallout from messages that miss the mark.
Why I Love Digital Marketing
5 reasons to add digital marketing to your overall marketing strategy

