Some would think it an understatement to say that the latest Ipsos' Reputation Council sitting takes place against an uncertain global backdrop. We seem to be in a perfect storm of social, political, and economic upheaval – the war in Ukraine, supply chain bottlenecks feeding inflation, and the lingering impact of Covid-19 are but a few of the factors impacting the world.
The Purpose of purpose: having a clear vision about the kind of company you are is increasingly important in the ‘war for talent’, among generations who want to make a difference in their daily lives.
How can an advert perform well in one country, but prove significantly ineffective in another? Why would a global campaign from a US brand resonate in France, but miss the mark in the UK and Brazil? And what do brands need to understand for their marketing efforts to successfully traverse international borders?