If you’re running a business or selling anything worth a dime, you’re going to have to hike those prices at some point. It’s just the way the game is played. Now, I know what you’re thinking: “How the heck am I going to do that without my customers going ballistic?” Well, fear not, because I’ve…
Today, I’m bringing you a treasure trove of ideas to help you recover from any phase and propel your small business and brand forward. These powerhouse tips will not only get you back on track but also supercharge your brand growth, regardless of the circumstances. So buckle up and get ready to level up your…
The allure of social media grooming may seem irresistible, but let me tell you, it’s just as pointless as spending an extra hour deciding which tie to wear before giving a speech. Seriously, it’s a dead end! Here me out with this Social Media Myth Here’s the deal: when your ideas are making waves and…
Are Indian Start-Ups Ready to Embrace the 4-Day Work Week? Well, let me break it down for you. Indian start-ups are grappling with two major issues: employee attrition and productivity. But hey, some of these start-ups have taken a bold step and decided to give the 4-day work week a shot, and guess what? It…
Kellogg’s and HERSHEY’S, two beloved global companies, have joined forces to introduce the new Kellogg’s HERSHEY’S Chocos. In collaboration with HERSHEY’S, Kellogg India is launching a co-branded Chocos cereal variant to offer consumers a delightful chocolatey experience. Kellogg’s HERSHEY’S Chocos is a heart-shaped, chocolate-dipped cereal made with wheat that transforms milk into a delicious chocolate…
Alright, buckle up and listen closely, my friends. It’s time to dive into the delicate art of trust and self-preservation. You see, it’s like Donald Trump once said, hire the best you can afford, but don’t just hand out your trust like candy on Halloween. We don’t want our employees running off with our hard-earned…
Aging like a boss involves mastering the art of keeping your body in top shape for the long haul. You want to rock that 50/60/70-year milestone with style, right? Well, here’s the secret sauce: it all boils down to the grub you’ve been shoveling into your tummy. If you spot a fine-looking fox in their…
Today I’ve got a mind-blowing concept to share with you. Get ready to say goodbye to old-school marketing because it’s dead, my friends. That’s right, it’s time to embrace the future: reverse marketing! So, what the heck is reverse marketing, you ask? Well, hold on to your seats because this is a game-changer. Reverse marketing…
Hey there, folks! Today, we’re diving into the wild world of product launches and uncovering why so many of them go down in flames. Brace yourselves, because the stats don’t lie. According to the brilliant brainiac Clayton Christensen from Harvard Business School, a whopping 95% of new products are destined to meet their doom. That’s…
Giving more choices to customers may work against you Take your younger child or an infant to an ice cream parlour or restaurant, if you really want to torture them. They have to make a choice, and that’s one thing they hate. Would chocolate chip or coffee ice cream be better? The burger or the…
The old-school marketing approach says you have to hunt down your customers, figure out what they want, and use every dirty trick in the book to make that sale. It’s a non-stop quest, my friends, day in and day out. But hold up, there’s a whole other game in town called “Reverse Marketing”. Here, the…
Are you tired of being mediocre? Are you sick of running in circles, trying to make everyone happy, while achieving nothing? Then it’s time to embrace the new rule of 64/4 – get more with less! Vilfredo Pareto may have discovered the 80/20 principle, but Perry Marshall has taken it to the next level! According…
A happy brand is a brand that is associated with positive emotions, joy, and overall well-being. It goes beyond simply selling products or services and aims to create a positive experience and connection with its customers. Here are ten reasons why a brand can be considered as one: 1. AuthenticityA happy brand is authentic and…
I loved this ad. Yesterday, I wrote about creative marketing and this Cadbury 5 Star’s new ad is a prime example of creativity at its best. The saying ‘practice what you preach’ means it’s tough to actually do what you tell others to do. If your message to people is to ‘do nothing,’ it’s even…
Let’s be honest. Most of the marketing campaigns suck. The usual “my shirt is better than yours” campaigns are boring and unimaginative. Marketing creativity seems to be a lost art.Can we do better and make our marketing more creative ? Are you tired of those mundane marketing campaigns that make you yawn louder than your…
Bisleri International, the packaged drinking water company, has expanded its carbonated beverage portfolio to meet the rising demand for cold drinks in India. They have introduced new variants and flavors under the Bisleri brand, including fizzy cola, orange, and jeera (cumin) categories. The sub-brands Rev, Pop, and Spyci Jeera cover these new offerings. To target…
This is much better than, “start big, start later.” One advantage is that you don’t have to start perfect. You can merely start. In the realm of technology, Apple began in a humble garage, where two Steves tinkered with computers.Amazon sprouted from Jeff Bezos’ garage as an online bookstore before growing into a behemoth of…
The best way to build a brand that matters, a story that spreads, an impact that we remember, is to understand a simple but painful trade-off: If you want to stand for something, You can’t stand for everything. My most difficult moment is when my clients tell me that their products can be used by…