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Friday, August 3, 2007

It's all about love.


True. Love makes the world go around. Sure money talks, but if consumers aren't passionate and in love with your brand they will look elsewhere for some loving.

Kevin Roberts, Worldwide CEO of Saatchi & Saatchi in his book titled, "Lovemarks" - The future beyond brands, discusses the power we as advertises and marketers play in the role of shaping consumer mindsets for our brands and products by our positioning and the strategic approach we take in the market place. With the plethora of brands today, his case is heard to argue.


After all, if consumers lining up for are a $500 iPhone a week before it's released doesn't prove the love to Apple's brand I am not sure what else would.

It is true that consumers loyalty can switch faster then the snap of a finger if something better comes along, but brands that succeed today and in the future will need to focus on building a true relationship and connection with their ever insightful consumer.

Visit the Lovemarks site to view what our global friends consider their love to be:

www.lovemarks.com

On a side note, Kevin explores a different kind of love beyond revenue generation for brands and that is the the love of our global community and how even as we better our brands we can also better those less fortunate and spread some love their way - a point taken to heart - because in the world's emerging markets, love is just around the corner.

Thursday, August 2, 2007

Why I Love Advertising

After my decision to move out to the eastern hustle and bustle of Toronto and New York, I knew that I needed to convey my passion for the business to the big wigs.

True, my father was in the business for over 30 years, and true, my twin brother is also a passionate Ad Guru, but if the video below doesn't sell my passion then I guess nothing will.

There are also a few samples of the Bell TV spots I worked on; I was the account guy that sold the concepts. For those wondering, yes I art directed, cropped, and faded the music using Final Cut Pro; I am Mac a addict.

While I am not a creative by trade, I do have an eye for great work, but then again it could also be my mother's flair for interior design thats rubbed off on me. Take your pick and enjoy!