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Taking a stand – Do the rewards of corporate activism outweigh the risks?
Corporate activism is both an opportunity and risk, with council members acknowledging both sides of the debate in equal measure. There is widespread acknowledgement that corporate activism is expected by consumers, but is also very hard to do well. Authenticity is the key, with campaigns that are true to your corporate values having the greatest chance of success.
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The biggest issues currently facing corporate communicators
Fractured media environment, employee brand, internal communications and talent acquisition, purpose and CSR, Brexit...
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Employer branding – corporate reputation and the war for talent
Having a strong employer brand is crucial to corporate reputation, giving companies not only a recruitment edge in the growing talent war but also the highest-quality long-term ambassadors to deliver on their brand promises. Employees are more demanding than ever when it comes to what they expect from their employer but this is not purely down to Millennials; employees at all life stages want a career with a deeper purpose. Getting it wrong and failing to deliver on the employee brand expectation can have consequences that extend well beyond employees; consumers too are demanding more from corporates.
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The ins-and-outs of equity flow
Equity flow is an important way to leverage value from a strong reputation. It can be used to build business when market opportunities arise, or as a defence when reputation turbulence hits. Above all, the management of equity flow should be seen as a strategic process that brings together people across the marketing, communications and leadership spectrum.
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The Map to Brand Growth
Whether it’s the I'm Lovin' It jingle or the Golden Arches that make you think of McDonald's they are both examples of salience, and salience sells.
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World Luxury Tracking : Do you Speak Luxury? Consumers New Luxury Culture
The World Luxury Tracking (WLT) sets the standard for luxury market studies. Every year, this global monitor analyses trends throughout the different markets and allows brands to better understand new consumer expectations. What can be said about their state of mind? And what about their experiences? What is their purchase journey? What are their expectations? The latest WLT wave covers: France, Italy, Spain, Germany, UK, USA, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirate, and the emergence of maturing luxury consumers as well as a new Luxury Culture.
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The New Faces of Gaming
The classic gaming demographic of a man, in his 20s, using a games console or computer, is still a key component of the market and shows no sign of losing interest in the medium.
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10 Behavioural Science Principles for Great Digital Creative
What can behavioural science teach marketers about digital advertising? Contributor Peter Minnium, Ipsos Connect in the US, dives into key learnings from behavioural scientists to help you know how to engage your prospects.
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How to Select the Right Celebrity Endorser?
Rio Olympics has ended, but the craze on Olympic athletes has not yet faded. However, do you know that the microblog comments of “Wang Baoqiang Divorce” (10 billion pieces) once surpassed that of “Rio Olympics” during the Olympic Games? It is unprecedented that celebrity gossips should take away the limelight of the Olympic Games.
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Digital Advertising - Measure the Metrics That Matter
When you’re making important decisions, you need to be sure you’re focusing on the right things.