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Why brands are targeting empty nesters with traditional direct mail
Freesat and River Cruise Lines are using traditional direct mail to advertise to couples whose children have left home.
Lidl’s marketing director on the next chapter for Lidl Surprises and turning doubters into advocates
Thomas HobbsWith the latest ‘Lidl Surprises’ campaign aiming to convince doubters of the quality of the discounter’s meat, Lidl UK’s marketing director Claire Farrant says its past success means the brand’s marketing now has to work much harder to surprise British consumers.
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The seven unmistakable signs of a shit brand consultant
Mark RitsonYour portable toilet business has nothing to learn from Steve Jobs, and if a consultant even mentions Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs you should kick them out of the door.
What does ‘digital transformation’ really mean?
Mindi ChahalBusinesses frequently use the term, but what does it actually entail and who should be responsible for its execution?
It may be tainted, but don’t underestimate the power of brand love
Mark RitsonAlthough the concept of ‘brand love’ was overused and went out of fashion, it remains an insightful way to consider consumers’ attitudes towards brands.
‘A match made in heaven’: Brands on joining forces with women’s sport
Charlotte RogersAttracting sponsors from Lego and Starling Bank to Pandora and LinkedIn, women’s sport is revving up for a record year fuelled by the return of the Euros.
Best practice guide unveiled to tackle ineffective briefs
Niamh CarrollWith 26% of budgets being wasted on poor briefs and misdirected work, a new guide has been devised to help marketers deliver better briefs.
NatWest CMO Margaret Jobling appointed ISBA president
Niamh CarrollISBA says the appointment comes at an important time for the trade body, as the industry faces new regulations, inflation, and the ongoing impact of Brexit.