Branding

Don’t Become a Stock Brand

When brands let AI stand in for judgment instead of craft, the result isn’t controversial, it’s just generic….

Who Approved This?

Meta’s AI is quietly rewriting live ad campaigns, swapping out models, changing products and rewriting copy without waiting…

Melts In Your Mouth. Not In Your Brand.

Mars thought it was running a harmless brand ad. Britain’s regulator saw it differently. One of the first…

The End of Marketing Poppycock

Every clever claim now has to survive a regulator, a competitor, a journalist and an AI model.  For…

What Happens When You Give a Pirate a Face Lift.

Why customers revolt when companies like Cracker Barrel, Spotify and Coca-Cola mess with the brands people thought they…

Brand Founder as Influencer: The High-Wire Act of Being the Brand

In 2025, founders aren’t just running companies — they’re running content channels. Here’s how turning the people behind…

How Even the Coolest Brands Age Out on Social Without Realizing It

From cult darlings to clearance racks — why even the most iconic brands lose their edge and how…

Winking Is the New Flex: Why Luxury Needs to Lighten Up

The most successful luxury brands aren’t whispering anymore—they’re laughing all the way to the bank. For those who…

Speak Easy: The Hidden Power of Tone of Voice for Your Brand

Tone of voice used to be the umbrella in the branding cocktail—cute, colorful, but quickly disposable. Now it’s…

Blockbuster Branding: Marketing Through Movies

Leveraging Movies to Enhance Brand Visibility and Engagement Marketing through movies offers a dynamic way to enhance brand…