Think pieces

Tokyo 2020 has been the queerest games ever

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While there’s much to celebrate, the games also provide a magnifying glass for how far there is still to go in LGBTQ+ inclusion and acceptance in sport and way beyond it. 

Where's my logo? The hunt for the right version of everything

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I’d say that most of us who work in marketing are quite well organised. We manage to implement campaigns, manage agencies and we usually manage to keep a smile on our faces.

Communicate Creatively and Effectively

Communicate Creatively
Making the case for the importance of advertising and justifying the expenditure that goes behind it isn’t always easy. This data makes that case very powerfully.

It’s B2B, Jim – but not as we know it

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In life, transformation happens for two reasons; a fight-or-flight response to something where change absolutely has to happen, or dissatisfaction with the way things are – a proactive initiative designed to improve what already exists.

The Olympics: finding authenticity in a corrupted world

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In the run up to Tokyo 2020 the question on everyone’s lips was – “will it be the same without spectators?”

Doing It On-Purpose

PATAGONIA
There are two types of business. Those who put people first in order to make a sustainable profit and those who don’t.

Why is one of the best brand building levers not fully exploited?

Experience Uniquely
Consumer experience plays a crucial role in shaping brand memories, yet analysis shows few brands are fully harnessing its power to build to build experiences that drive brand value.

The key to telling the perfect brand story

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As the UK continues to ease out of lockdown, it’s never been more important for businesses to communicate their story in a way that will sustain growth and maintain loyalty.

Ethics Versus Innovation

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From the perspective of store design, how can the physical environment discriminate in retail?

Getting to that difficult second album

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Successful brands create meaning for consumers and deliver better than their competition.

The Molecule and the Message

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The UK is often accused of thinking itself exceptional, but maybe it's onto something...

Three Psychological Pitfalls Marketers Should Avoid

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To ensure that empathy and connection remain at the core of every communication in today's contactless world, marketers must avoid the following pitfalls.

Social media in the Middle East

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We’re taking a look at where influencers are flocking to and what’s keeping consumers are engaged.

Recognising Retail's Role in Social Change

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In highlighting the true impact that retail has, we hope to inspire retailers to use their stores as a positive force for society, and in doing so, forge deeper relationships with customers.

England’s most marketable generation destined for glory

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This summer will be the true test of England’s new generation of stars to see if off-field achievements can match those on the field.

Top tips for maintaining creativity

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The Social Element's top tips for creativity, as a leader and for your teams.

Is there still demand for Demand Spaces?

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In this post, we’ll discuss what they are, whether there is still a role for them, and how we might use them in the future. 

The power of reinvention

The power of reinvention
In 1981, Nintendo launched a new video game featuring a giant barrel throwing ape named Donkey Kong, holding a woman named Pauline, hostage.

New demands of CX: Leading with thoughtfulness

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For many brands, personalisation of their customer interactions is now a big focus and adapting this to customer experience (CX) has become crucial for their success.

Brands engaging with esports

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With global audiences of over 500 million, the question facing brands and advertisers has evolved beyond whether they should engage with esports to how they should maximise engagement.

Marketing Analytics: The End of an Era?

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After years of investment in marketing data analytics, many CMOs are frustrated and preparing to cut their losses. Gartner’s new