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The #MeToo Movement: Why Brands May Want to Reconsider Joining The Conversation

Editor’s Note: This topic was chosen in partnership with classmate, Lauren Nickerson. She will be writing about the opposing side of this issue. I would strongly encourage you to read her blog post. Having varying viewpoints on important topics is … Continue reading

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The #MeToo Movement: Making the Case for Brands to Join the Conversation

Editors Note: This topic was chosen in partnership with my fellow classmate, Graham Parker, who will be writing about the opposing side of this issue. I would strongly encourage you to give his blog post a review, having varying viewpoints … Continue reading

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Don’t Call it a Comeback

If you are a sports fan, chances are you have a favorite athlete. You’ve got your typical favs like Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Lebron James, Tom Brady, Christian Ronaldo, the list could go on and on. However, when asked about … Continue reading

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International Marketing: Essa Coca É Fanta

Since I am currently working in Brazil, I thought I’d write a post on international marketing. Global brands know the importance of market research and that understanding culture is imperative to connect with a targeted audience. We have also learned … Continue reading

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Consumer Behavior x Social Media: Understanding the Human Brain in the Digital Era

Throughout several decades, hundreds of researchers have dedicated their resources into understanding the human brain, and its connection to marketing, purchase behavior, and product success. With the advent of the internet, marketing professionals had to learn how to shift focus, … Continue reading

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Hear How Brands Are Shaping Up From Being Musically Fit

Think of your favorite song. Now think about how it makes you feel when you listen to it. Undoubtedly, the uniquely arranged rhythmic sounds that form your favorite musical selection triggers some type of emotion or even a range of … Continue reading

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Attention shoppers: Price check on aisle politics

At the marketing intersection of politics and shopping I know, I know, it’s not polite to talk about politics in mixed company. Even less so to ask questions about it. But for years I made it my job to do … Continue reading

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Who Runs the World? Girls!

I recently attended the Beyoncé and Jay-Z On The Run II Tour in Phoenix, Arizona, and like everyone else, I was in awe of Queen Bey’s effortless talent.  No exaggeration, it was truly a life-changing experience.  I was amazed by … Continue reading

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Making Everyday Easier But At What Cost?

New technology is made to help consumers get things done faster, better and with less work. Think back to the 1950’s, the surge in home appliances took off because it made housewives lives easier – the vacuum cleaner, the dishwasher … Continue reading

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Marketing Ruins Everything

I recently started binge watching Adam Ruins Everything on Netflix and what every episode addresses or concludes is that marketing had a hand in creating certain beliefs and social standards around products and events (Conover, 2016). After watching the episode … Continue reading

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