The definitive A-Z of Challenger Brands

Challenger brands are the future of solid brands. Here’s the definitive A-Z reference for why.

Marketing lessons from the Challenger Brand graveyard

Challenger brand successes are much lauded. There’s more to be learnt when Challenger Brands fail.

Is Innovation a Siren’s call for your company?

Innovation is an imperative but it can also run your organization aground if you’re not careful.

Customer Dilemma : Give them what they want or what they need?

Customers have no problem telling us what they want. Should we always give it to them?

Lessons from the NBC, United and Progressive failures

Business may be tougher in today’s socially-connected world. Some fundamentals remain unchanged.

Can adding friction actually enhance an experience?

We strive to create frictionless environments for our customers. Could we be missing an opportunity to add friction?

Why Marketing has a credibility gap

Marketing can be aspirational, informative and entertaining but it better start by being credible

Put people, not technology, first in your strategy

There is always a human cost in implementing a strategy. Are you considering it?

Can customer service survive the austerity budget?

Customer service, like advertising, can’t be discretionary in a recession. For too many companies it is.