Futuristic Game for the Ad Masters
You can't rely on the same old tricks to get attention. So what does the future of advertising really look like?
Classical Conditioning: Pavlov’s Dog in Advertising
How to get attention? Simple. Speak to the dog in the language of the dog.
Hear, See, Speak No Advertising
We encounter 5,000 ads on a daily basis. Can you opt out? Or can you rise above the sea of sameness?
Predictability: The Silent Assassin of Storytelling?
In marketing, like any other story, you need the courage to take the risks necessary to create something truly memorable.
The Science Behind Successful Advertising
Many are seeking a perpetual motion machine for generating leads. But that violates Newton’s first law of thermodynamics.
Taglines vs. Positioning Statements vs. Brandable Chunks
Brandable chunks are refined from average advertising in the same way that hi-octane gas is refined from crude oil.
10 Magical Words of the Direct Mail Kingdom
Despite the relatively high direct mail cost, the pay-off can be tremendous, and the benefits unrivaled.
Journalism and Great Ads
Never write ads like a journalist, write like a poet. The best ads build curiosity and engagement while leaving some things unanswered.
Ad Fraud: How Much of Today’s Internet Is Fake?
According to one study, 20% of ad impressions served programmatically were fraudulent. And that number is growing.
Ad Relevance: The Secret To an Effectively Working Ad
Relevant ads answer the implicit and often unspoken questions that customers have when seeing your ads.
Say It The “Non-Traditional” Way
Advertisers are so focused on where the ads will be seen, and who will see them, that they forget what matters most.
From Cristiano Ronaldo To the Other Kind Of Advertising
Entrepreneurs live in the grand illusion of advertising. Let's break down 12 aspects so you know what works and why.
Ryan’s 2024 Predictions for Residential Home Services
Last year, I predicted 3 things that all came true. Now let's talk about obstacles and opportunities in 2024.
Ad Messages We All Never Wanted
10 things you shouldn't say in your ad messages. They’re lousy, and they should have never, never, never met the stamp of approval.
Ethos, Pathos & Logos: 3 Musketeers Of Persuasive Ads
Humans are complex and respond differently to all 3 types of persuasion. Let's break down when to use each.