Digital Strategy

by Dan Hughes Posted on Dec 20, 2021 When we think of ‘bloopers’, images of actors fluffing their lines or falling over on set usually come to mind. But, the marketing world sees its fair share of bloopers—errors of judgment that can have a devastating impact on brand reputation. A marketing blooper not only results in reputational setbacks but it can also seriously drain your promotional budgets. Misplaced messaging, poor campaign strategies, ill-advised imagery, and investments in the wrong channels are among the most common marketing bloopers brands make. From Lunya’s uncouth HandMaid’s Tale underwear campaign to Pepsi China’s macabre tagline translation, GAP’s bizarre temporary [...]

by Digital Marketing Institute Posted on Nov 9, 2021 An effective marketing campaign demands research, planning, time, and patience. There’s a lot of noise to compete with to ensure your message gets to the right people at the right time, so it’s wise to make sure you take the time to plan each step. If you’ve never run a marketing campaign before, it can be tough to understand all the working parts. There are also a lot of channels to consider and you’ll need to combine the power of traditional and digital media through an integrated marketing campaign to ensure success. This article [...]