This is a question that is relevant at any time, but during a pandemic the subject takes on a particular kind of importance. Read our latest blog here. https://t.co/wD4F1WaB0t
An excellent article on the very real landmines out there when it comes to using celebs in the time of COVID. It's critical for brands to conduct research that illuminates the emotional landscape before going out there with branded communications. https://t.co/vjs15u24Fi
Our most recent blog addresses the divide between advertising research and brand health research....an unnecessary and troubling one. https://t.co/rhhZzwPTrT
As brands step up to help during this pandemic, today Anheuser-Busch InBev announced it will redirect $5 million that it normally spends on sports and entertainment marketing to the American Red Cross to support the fight against the coronavirus pandemic. https://t.co/HzBt6STtTZ
Many brands are not staying silent during this pandemic...a strategy we have repeatedly recommended. It's not only the right thing. These brands will be remembered for stepping up to help, and that will drive choice when it comes to purchase. https://t.co/ozIeStN8kG
A survey done last week by the AAAA helps put data behind the role brands need to be playing in the time of COVID-19. Connecting to branded memories helps give comfort to consumers during this very challenging time. https://t.co/s1YniF2jWO
Brands are having to assess how they are communicating in the times of COVID-19. These decisions are difficult and expensive, but there is a higher cost for brands that do not account for the memories people will carry about how they responded.https://t.co/dqsL9vUXFe
We are seeing during this challenging time that brands do more than deliver products; they deliver memories of a time before words like quarantine and COVID-19. Memory drives decision making, and we are experiencing that now as we seek small comforts. https://t.co/rIgzsYoc6k
Since we can't be in close quarters to do production on our Brand Bytes podcast, here's one of listeners' favorites, "What Great Ads Can Tell Us About Great Branding." https://t.co/dmwvVWOuo0
With everyone's St. Paddy's Day celebrations put on hold this year, Guinness is reminding us they signed a 9,000 year lease on their facility so they aren't going anywhere. It will have to be virtual consumption for now! https://t.co/ydV1CEwZbY
Since the virus drove cancellation of the in-person up-fronts, for the first time NBCU plans to stream and televise its preso, allowing viewing by consumers and fans. Will this be the network equivalent of televised draft pics in sports?https://t.co/aRGeIGhAPY
Benjamin Moore makes use of the emotional sell in its new campaign, "See the Love." In its highly competitive space, Benjamin Moore is a brand with a lot of history, which can be a burden to carry competing with on-trend options. https://t.co/nDEL1mmISV
https://t.co/gyIIE8v1lw Our recent postings on the power of visuals when it comes to delivering on brand strategy couldn't help but remind us of "The Force" from Volkswagen. Here we break down the visual narrative with our data. Still worth watching, and still insightful.
VW has a history of great visual storytelling, and now the brand is releasing “The Accountant,” a new movie-like campaign starring actors Paul Giamatti and Kieran Culkin. A great example of a brand staying to its brand strategy in expertly-crafted creative.https://t.co/Gdqu9r4tbI
Has real time feedback made marketers short-sighted? Charles Young thinks so. The CEO and founder of Ameritest, Young argues that marketers should refocus on long-term goals. Find the full article on the ARF website, or contact us [email protected]. https://t.co/I4YC39yBpc
A fascinating article on Gen Z trends. It highlights the critical importance of employing strong visual diagnostics in a deep dive using creative research to learn how to better speak in the visual language of this youngest generation of consumers. https://t.co/YcdPrqHmQr
International Women's Day may not be until Sunday but Apple has released its ad celebrating the female power players who use a Mac to create. Beyonce's "Flawless" as the background music adds another dimension, acting as one more character in the story. https://t.co/bqgbDx31Az
Target continues to innovate in the bricks-and-mortar space as other retailers close stores....and reminds us all of the value of a brand that is focused on long-term success... https://t.co/4RBwscCEIA
Headed to South-By? Join the ARF and Ameritest president, Abby Hollister, at SXSW on March 17th when she and other experts from brands, creative agencies and academia will share insights to help you influence behavior and build brands. Register here: https://t.co/7ZwUUGXlqs