On October 2, 2009,
in features,
by Graham Brown
The above slide is a quote from Peter Van Stolk on the Big Soda marketing model built on Pipelines rather than Platforms for engaging youth.
The rules say that creating a great brand for youth is about creating the big idea – the drumming monkey, the gopher or the flashmob. That’s the unquestionable rule. Big idea, [...]
On September 30, 2009,
in features,
by Graham Brown
Notice how outstanding brands like Monster Energy, Vans, Red Bull, Jet Blue, Apple, Nike and Jones Soda are confident in standing for their values? That’s because they’re not focusing on the 100% we call “the market” but the 10% who are already sold on their product.
Saying “no” more often is the best advice a manager [...]
