Author Archives: Allison Soeller

Is Content Really King?

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is something many businesses spend a lot of money and time on. After all, ranking high on sites like Google and Yahoo can lead to a huge boost in revenue.  There was a time when things … Continue reading

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GoPro receives early Christmas from SNL!

Thanks to “Saturday Night Live,” a few weeks ago, GoPro received an early Christmas present; free and effective advertising to millions of middle-aged viewers. Colon Cancer is obviously a very serious issue as it is reported to be the #2 cause … Continue reading

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Is Social Listening a New Market Research Method?

Using a consumers input to assess a brand’s reputation is nothing new. Public Relations professionals have been doing this for decades, however, the internet has transitioned this type of brand assessment into a from of business intelligence. An average consumer … Continue reading

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What Color is Your Company’s Logo?

Although I’m not a graphic designer (maybe a wannabe), corporate visual identity has always fascinated me. Whether you’re working at a start-up company, or creating a campaign, or selecting new product packaging – hoping for a unique and inspiring look … Continue reading

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WHY WE SHOULD CARE ABOUT NEUROMARKETING & BIG DATA

Neuromarketing & Big Data seem to be the new buzzwords in the Marketing and communications world. I disagree. Although these two topics are relatively new, I can bet that both will become the new normal pretty soon. As Marketers and Communicators, … Continue reading

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Frito-Lay: Bold Flavors to Match Bold Marketing

Chicken and Waffles potato chips anyone? If that’s not your cup of tea, perhaps Cheesy Garlic Bread or Sriracha flavored chips will spark your interest. Executives at Frito-Lay sure hope so, as the company has promised a handsome one million … Continue reading

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Brand Strategy and The Illusion of Choice

This week’s reading on brand authenticity (Burt’s Bees, etc) reminded me of this infographic on the largest Fast Moving Consumer Good brands (FMCG). Hope it helps illustrate the point on brand authenticity.    

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IMC Breakdown – you’re all wrong.

If you’re a fan of Integrated Marketing Communications or if you do it for a living,  you’re probably as sick as I am of knowing that ALL marketing models have gone to hell since “the advent of social media” – … Continue reading

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