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Embracing Real Work Over Rhetoric
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The Joy of Being a Hands-On Creative and Marketing Executive: Embracing Real Work Over Rhetoric In marketing and creative strategy, there exists a dichotomy between those who relish hands-on involvement and those more inclined toward discussion and rhetoric. For individuals…

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Rational + Emotional Decision Making
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When it comes to consumer behavior and decision-making, the contrast between rational and emotional decision-making choices stands as a captivating subject. The landscape of purchasing a product or service is often divided between those who rely on emotional impulses and…

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The Importance of a Marketing Philosophy + Methodology
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Having a defined philosophy is akin to having a compass that guides every decision. It sets the tone for how a brand interacts with its audience, shapes its identity, and ultimately influences its success. This philosophy acts as the foundation,…

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The Power of Authentic Content
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In the ever-evolving world of marketing, generating Authentic Content has emerged as a crucial strategy for businesses seeking to engage, build trust, and connect with their target audience. Authentic Content goes beyond the traditional advertising approaches, offering potential customers an…

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Unintentional Entrepreneurship
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Unintentional Entrepreneurship: From Experiment to Global Company – Lessons Learned Along the Way Let me take you on a journey – a story about accidental entrepreneurship that started as an experiment, questioning conventional marketing and branding approaches. As a consultant…

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Chasing The Camel Trophy
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  We specialize in sourcing, importing, preserving, and restoring Heritage Land Rover Defenders. No other vehicle on the planet evokes a sense of wanderlust quite like a vintage Land Rover – a vehicle that has conquered every corner of the…

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Brand Archetypes
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Brand archetypes have emerged as a compelling framework to craft and communicate a brand’s personality, values, and identity. This approach, rooted in the psychological theories of Carl Jung, presents a way for brands to connect with their audience on a…

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Empowering Through Education
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Empowering Through Education: The Invaluable Impact of Giving Back to the Community The idea of giving back isn’t solely about financial contributions or charitable acts; it’s about imparting knowledge, fostering growth, and building a community. Teaching, in its various forms,…

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The Unplugged Movie
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The Most Embarrassing Creative Project I ever Completed   I was organizing old hard drives tonight and came across the Adobe Premiere Pro project file and footage of an old 48-hour film project I completed years ago.   It was…

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It’s Official – The Bishop+Rook Family Continues To Grow
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Over a year and a half ago I stepped away from advertising and branding to to pursue something I had always wanted to do: grow a company of my own, develop a brand from the ground up, and be responsible…

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