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Why Adobe Stock Branch is Getting Love from Everyone
A creative designer walks into a bar and says, “Give me something bold… but not too loud. Smooth, with a touch of contrast. And make sure it aligns perfectly with the client’s mood.” Here, Adobe Stock is the bartender. IYKYK. Yes, the point is that in a world where speed, quality, and imagination know no…
5 Ad Campaigns Led by Women in Advertising That Go Beyond Stereotypes
When women hold most of the marketing jobs, why have women in advertising not gained the same status? Yes, that’s an ongoing challenge. While women CMOs are prevalent, women creative directors are few and far between. Women have significant power as consumers. They run households and purchase accordingly. Still, only about 12.6 percent of creative…
Super Bowl 2025 Ads: A Masterclass in Celebrities, AI, and Humor
The Super Bowl isn’t just about the game anymore—it’s an all-out marketing showdown. With every passing year, it’s like brands are in their own competition, trying to outdo each other with the most talked-about commercials. In 2025, they took it to the next level. This year’s Super Bowl 2025 ads not only entertained but also…
Instagram Dislike Feature: Will It Fix the Comment Section or Create More Chaos?
Yes, you heard it right. The Instagram dislike feature is here… well, almost. Honestly, we have mixed thoughts about it. Instagram is testing a new “dislike” feature for comments—but not in the way you might expect. Hold on before imagining a red thumbs-down next to every post (relax, this isn’t YouTube 2010). If you’ve ever…
No More Fake Nice: Why Compassionate Marketing Wins in 2025
Let’s face it — consumers are fed up with brands pretending to care about emotional connection. You must have noticed when brands change their logo into pride flags for a month to support LGBTQ+ rights, the suddenly “sustainable” packaging with no real eco-friendly changes, the social justice statements that don’t align with their actions and…
Is AI Making Marketing Efficient without Emotions? The AI Dilemma
AI in marketing is efficient in bringing results. It is a choice that offers marketers and brands the freedom to act fast. Gone are the days when a department had to analyze data by reading every Excel document—now, big data is little for AI. But the question is trickier than we expect. It is imperative…
Reality Check: Press Release Hype vs. Honest Storytelling
Press releases have long been the ultimate hype machine, especially before any product launch or event. Everything is counted as a “game-changing”, “revolutionary” or “first-of-its-kind”—the kind of claims to make you raise an eyebrow. In a world where every launch is pitched as ‘the next big thing,’ startups and big brands alike are racing to…
Employee Generated Content: The New Authenticity Trend in Marketing
Before diving into the details of employee generated content, quick question —When did you last trust a brand’s polished advertising campaign over a candid behind-the-scenes post from one of their employees? If you’re at a loss, you are not alone! Humans, not logos, are trusted these days. That’s exactly why employee-generated content (EGC) rules the…
How to Swipe Right on the Perfect Influencer Brand Partnerships
It’s an influencer’s world, and we’re all just trying to go viral in it. But picking the right brand influencer isn’t as simple as double-tapping their latest post—it’s about finding someone who can sell your story without making it feel like a desperate ad. The right brand influencer partnerships can boost brand awareness, build trust,…
Kendrick Lamar Halftime Show Just Schooled Brands on Marketing
Kendrick Lamar didn’t just perform at Super Bowl LIX—he turned the halftime show into a tutorial in storytelling, cultural depth, and brand power. Why did his performance hit differently? Three reasons—storytelling, cultural setting, and branding—are woven through his lyrics, choreography, symbolism, and even product placement. Fresh off 2024, which had the music world buzzing—thanks to…
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