Everything old is new again: Why are brands resurrecting old assets?
Niamh CarrollBrands such as Morrisons, Tango and Branston are bringing back slogans from their past, which they say still have resonance with consumers.
Tesco accused of misleading customers with ‘unclear Clubcard pricing’
Rachel LawlerConsumer group Which? says Tesco’s Clubcard Prices deals are unclear and “could be breaking the law”, but even if Tesco is forced to make prices clearer analysts suggest it won’t have “any real negative impact”.
How Guinness attracted 1.5 million customers in under a year
Marketing Week ReportersDetermined to engage a new generation of drinkers across a vibrant and rapidly evolving continent, Guinness opted for a blend of TV sponsorship, experiential, influencer marketing and outdoor to achieve its goals.
Heinz Beanz consideration drops following price increases
Rachel LawlerHeinz Beanz’s consideration and value scores have fallen as consumers switch to own-brand goods, YouGov BrandIndex data shows.
Branding, music and avoiding the perils of purpose – creative effectiveness unpacked
Rachel LawlerThe craft and conditions to drive greater creative effectiveness were explored by experts at an event hosted by TV marketing body Thinkbox.
‘It’s creating demand for the future’: Zendesk on the importance of brand building in B2B
Josh StephensonZendesk is looking to move forward from its troubled takeover with a brand refresh and media investment which takes a forward-looking approach to tackling customer acquisition that puts mental availability high on the agenda.
What to do when you have no budget
Jon EvansAchieving big things on a small budget is possible. Here are four things to consider.
It is incumbent on marketers to force the strategic debate
Secret MarketerAs part of a new mini-series looking at the different stages of planning, from strategy setting and targets to budget and ambition, our marketer on the inside shares how to overcome some of the common pitfalls.
How entertaining content boosts performance on TikTok
Marketing Week PartnerA recent Advertising Week Europe panel session revealed the full-funnel impact that a creative approach can have on a campaign.
Two-thirds of B2B marketers expect budgets to grow in the next 12 months
Rachel LawlerDespite the challenging economic environment, a new report from Linkedin shows many B2B marketers are set for increased budgets, backed by finance peers who have greater faith in their ability to drive revenue.
Diageo CEO Sir Ivan Menezes passes away
Niamh CarrollMenezes, who was responsible for the creation of Johnnie Walker’s ‘Keep Walking’ slogan, was described as still a marketer ‘at heart’ with a passion for building great brands.
The changing landscape of connected TV
Ben DavisWhat are the latest developments in the worlds of streaming and CTV, in the context of the longer-term decline in broadcast TV viewership?
Short tenures, bad briefs, risk aversion: The common pitfalls holding back creativity, study finds
Rachel LawlerTo help foster creativity, advertisers are advised to repeat winning formulas, allocate resource against outcomes not inputs, and help the C-suite understand the commercial importance of brand, according to a new study by Thinkbox.
Marketoonist on AI productivity
Tom FishburneTom Fishburne is founder of Marketoon Studios. Follow his work at marketoonist.com or on Twitter @tomfishburne See more of the Marketoonist here
Marketing Week Mini MBA launches business management course
Marketing Week ReportersThe new course is designed to help senior marketers cross over into business management. It will be led by Helen Edwards, and feature renowned professors such as Roger Martin and Alison Fragale.
P&G’s brand chief on why prioritising accessible advertising is ‘good for growth, people and society’
Niamh CarrollThe barriers to introducing accessible advertising are relatively low, but the potential gains for brands are high, according to P&G Europe’s chief brand officer, Taide Guajardo.
Brands urged to stand behind their Pride campaigns
Rachel LawlerBrands are being encouraged to stand by their Pride campaigns this month, after backlash following inclusive Bud Light and Target launches
Boots’ CFO: Don’t just have conversations with finance when it’s budget time
Lucy TesserasCFO Michael Snape and CMO Pete Markey agree strong relationships between marketing and finance are built on relentless communication, data and understanding how marketing fits into the broader agenda.
Trust, honesty, mutual respect: The B2B recipe for uniting marketing and finance
Charlotte RogersForging a close bond with finance will be key if B2B brands are to weather the economic storm and come out fighting.
Marketers on how to stop budgets becoming ‘a self-fulfilling prophecy’
Charlotte RogersAs inflation takes its toll, marketers should get the whole business involved in the conversation about how to be smarter with budgets, says Paws.com marketing boss Adam Lawrenson.
‘Triple-Cooked Marketing Budgets’: The full recipe
Mark RitsonMarketing budgeting is flawed. Marketers are more confused about budgeting than ever before. Here’s your complete three-step guide to fixing it for 2023.
Marketers have a big opportunity to help fix the financial inclusion gap
Helen JamesWomen hold an increasing portion of the UK’s wealth yet many lack financial confidence. It is incumbent on financial institutions to remove this confidence gap and marketers have an important role to play.
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What caused Diddy to turn on Diageo?
Mark RitsonAfter a successful and lucrative partnership on vodka brand Ciroc spanning more than 15 years, Sean Combs filed a law suit against Diageo this week, accusing the business of racism and neglect. Whatever the outcome, it looks like the end of the relationship.
How to build a basic marketing strategy for small businesses
Joe GloverThe basics of marketing are available to us all, no matter the size of the business.
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The state of marketing effectiveness
Faced with a worsening cost crisis, soaring inflation and recession, this report explores how marketers can demonstrate the tangible impact of their activity so they can make a compelling case for investment, even as budgets are squeezed.
Recruiting for in-demand skills
With the digital marketing skillset expanding alongside evolving business and consumer needs, organisations face a ‘war on talent’ as demand outstrips supply. This quick guide looks at how businesses can optimise their recruitment process to attract and retain the right candidates.
How to turn data into insight and action
Market research provides vital insight into customer behaviour. This best practice guide defines a framework for conducting market research and demonstrates how data can be turned into insight, and then into action.
Direct Line’s Ann Constantine on the ‘next leap’ for effectiveness
Charlotte RogersReflecting on her more than two decades at the insurance giant, head of marketing effectiveness Ann Constantine considers what next for measurement and the lessons marketers can learn from the 1990s.
The 2023 Agenda: The spotlight shines brighter on effectiveness
Charlotte RogersMarketing Week has identified the key opportunities and challenges that will shape marketers’ roles in 2023. As well as flagging what we think marketers should be spending time and money on next year, this is also a commitment from us to focus on these topics.
How one white goods brand is proving marketing’s worth in a challenging economy
Niamh CarrollArçelik , parent company of white goods brands such as Beko, is determined not to compromise brand-building activities such as its sustainability initiatives and innovation even amid a tough economic climate.
Meet the marketers swapping corporate life for portfolio careers
Matthew ValentineAttracted by their curiosity and intrinsic knowledge of digital transformation, brands are ramping up their interest in appointing marketers as non-executive directors.
What does 2023 look like for marketing recruitment?
Molly InnesLooking for a new role in 2023? Here’s what to expect from the recruitment market.
Why CMOs are turning to WhatsApp groups for support
Molly InnesAs marketing WhatsApp communities grow in prominence, why are so many marketers turning to peer-to-peer groups for support?
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Tesla is about to experience the seven perils of discounting
Mark RitsonBy discounting for the first time, Tesla is not only starting an electric vehicle price war, it is communicating its weakness to existing and future customers.
Pricing: Marketers on the business case for behavioural science
Charlotte RogersRather than opting for blanket promotions and slashing prices, marketers are advised to tap into the power of behavioural science.
‘Patience is a virtue’: Brands on how to negotiate B2B pricing decisions
Matthew ValentinePatience, open communication and human contact are crucial when navigating price changes in the B2B world, particularly in the current climate.
The most important part of AI is the human intelligence behind it
Catherine KellyArtificial intelligence is a powerful and exciting technology with the potential to revolutionise many industries, including marketing. However, human intelligence ultimately determines how effectively AI is used to drive real-life benefits.
Why ‘brand gen’ is the secret to effective, full-funnel B2B campaigns
Marketing Week PartnerBrand marketing and demand generation are too often separated, which leads to misalignment and loss of impact. B2B marketers should look to ‘brand gen’ campaigns to unite them.