Category Archives: promotion

Location, Location, Location

Posted on March 23, 2020 by

Those three words are often advice given to people looking to gain a competitive advantage. We hear the term in real estate a lot. It is also used for “small real estate” as well; namely location within a retail store. … Continue reading →

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If You Can’t Fix It, Feature It: Part 6

Posted on July 31, 2018 by

As I said in the prior five posts in this series, one of my Group Executives at Teledyne, Roy Fields, said those words to me (If you can’t fix it, feature it) and they have proven hugely valuable. This sign … Continue reading →

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Optimizing Your Marketing Communications Mix

Posted on July 26, 2016 by

On those few occasions when I am in town for a full week or more, I often go through my “archives.” I found this gem tucked away in a folder that was mislabeled. While not earth shattering, it’s worth remembering. … Continue reading →

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Will The Return Of The Edsel Be Next?

Posted on July 7, 2016 by

For reasons that are beyond me, Pepsi has announced the return of their 1990s soft drink failure, Crystal Pepsi. For those of you who don’t remember, or never heard, Crystal Pepsi was a “clear cola.” As predicted by my friend … Continue reading →

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Great Idea; Too Bad It Tastes Like Its Name

Posted on June 28, 2016 by

As people who know me know, I like candy. I especially like sour candy. I was therefore  quite attracted to the display of candy in the picture. Great packaging. Excellent potential secondary use. Outstanding come on for us sour candy … Continue reading →

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A Truly Novel Promotion From An Unlikely Source

Posted on July 23, 2015 by

The other day my grandson came over wearing an edgy t-shirt from his orthodontist. Two things got my attention: (1) he was wearing what was essentially an ad for his orthodontist and (2) it was a pretty awesome shirt. I … Continue reading →

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Why Promote What You Don’t Want To Sell?

Posted on July 14, 2015 by

In a return to the “why are they promoting what they can’t (or won’t) deliver” department, let’s look at the Chevy Spark EV. This vehicle is apparently a “dog.” Sales were dismal and showed no signs of improving. But then … Continue reading →

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B2Me Has Finally Arrived

Posted on June 25, 2015 by

Ever since Peppers and Rogers postulated The One to One Future, marketers have tried to find cost-effective ways to deliver on the promise. I think it surprises many at how long it has taken while still not being pervasive. And … Continue reading →

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Just Because It’s Easy, Doesn’t Mean You Can’t Make A Big Deal About It

Posted on May 7, 2015 by

The ongoing anxiety over GMO foods is a marketing opportunity for many companies. Chipotle recently announced, with great fanfare, the end of GMOs at their restaurants. I ate at a Chipotle for the first time in a while on the … Continue reading →

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It’s Still About Execution

Posted on October 28, 2014 by

Most CPG companies spend a fortune on branding. I wanted a Diet Dr. Pepper the other night and found these two machines at the place I was visiting. Which one do you think would have the Diet Dr. Pepper in … Continue reading →

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