Creative Direction: What Brands Can Learn from Food Culture

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Marketing

In today’s fast-moving world of branding, creative direction isn’t just about looks. It’s about telling stories, building experiences, and connecting with people emotionally. One cool example is how brands now use food in their creative ideas. From groceries becoming luxury items to brands like Rhode Skin integrating food imagery into their product marketing, food has […]

How to Tap Into the Gen Z Market in 2025

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Marketing

Let’s be real — if you’re operating an e-commerce business in 2025, your attention should be on the Gen Z market. This generation has a total purchasing power of more than $450 billion and accounts for 40% of global consumers. By 2030, they will be 177% of global retail spend. Not to mention, they already […]

Sell Me This Pen: The BIC Cristal Story

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Marketing, Sales

You will almost certainly come across a BIC Crystal pen wherever you are in the world. This iconic pen is a commonplace item in every home, workplace, and educational setting. The trend has spread around the world, and it’s likely that you’ve used one of these pens at some point in your life. BIC Cristal […]

CHAGEE Product Strategy: The Secret Behind Its Growth

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Marketing

Today, we’re diving into one of the most extraordinary business stories in China’s beverage world — Baang Chaji, also known as Changee. Through its smart CHAGEE product strategy, this brand transformed from a small tea shop in 2017 into a multi-billion-yuan empire, and now it may soon become the first Chinese consumer brand in four […]

Cracking the YouTube Shorts Algorithm in 2025

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Tips

Have you ever scrolled through YouTube Shorts and wondered how some creators rack up millions of views while others barely hit 100? If so, you’re not alone. The good news? It isn’t about luck, random chance, chasing the latest hashtags, or blindly hoping the YouTube Shorts algorithm favors you. It’s a proven strategy used by […]

Trump’s Tariff on China: Here’s the Truth

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Events

The recent buzz surrounding a 245% tariff on Chinese imports has left many people confused—and for good reason. The number is so outrageously high that it almost feels fictional. But Trump’s tariff on China has taken center stage again, with headlines suggesting an economic war that’s heading into extreme territory. Let’s break down what’s really […]

Is the Starbucks Snoopy Cup Giveaway Real?

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Marketing, Sales

In the modern, high-speed world, where attention is transient and customer loyalty more tenuous than ever, brands have to do more than simple advertising. They have to connect. And this April Starbucks did just that—the free Starbucks Snoopy Cup, the old-fashioned way. The return of the Joe Kind Snoopy Reusable Cup Giveaway wasn’t just a […]

Outrageous Marketing Stunts That Actually Worked

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Marketing

What if we told you that some of the most outrageous marketing stunts came from the brands you see every day? From breaking the sound barrier to turning potholes into ad space, these campaigns were anything but ordinary. Bold, brilliant, and sometimes even controversial—these stories show just how far brands will go to stand out. […]

Power of Branding: Why Emotional Connection Defines a Brand

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Marketing

Let’s discuss branding—not logos or color schemes, but the emotional value and power of branding that brands possess. A brand is not what a firm asserts it is; a brand is what others feel about it. Consider Apple. They don’t merely purchase Apple gadgets based on specifications—they purchase the notion of innovation, of simplicity, of […]

Canva Create 2025 Updates: Here’s Everything You Need to Know

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Events

Canva just revealed its most powerful features yet through the much-anticipated Canva Create 2025 updates. These new features are set to transform the way users design, create, and manage content. With tools that make design more intuitive, faster, and more aligned with professional standards, these updates unlock a world of possibilities without requiring a steep […]

Trader Joe’s Mini Tote Bags Are Re-Selling for $1 Million

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Marketing, Social Media

Yes, you read that right. Trader Joe’s—a beloved grocery store known for its quirky charm and cult-favorite snacks—is now making headlines not for its Cookie Butter or Everything but the Bagel seasoning, but for… tote bags. Mini pastel canvas Trader Joe’s mini tote bags, to be exact. The $2.99 reusable bags are flying off shelves […]

Prada buys Versace: A Historic $1.4 Billion Deal Reshaping Italian Fashion

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Events

In one of the largest overhauls in high-end fashion in years, Prada buys Versace from Capri Holdings, the same company that owns Michael Kors, for a whopping $1.38 billion. That’s right—two legendary Italian fashion brands, famous for their daring and unique styles, are now under one fashionable umbrella. This week’s announcement marks Prada’s biggest acquisition […]