With the approach of the New Year of 2015… …this is a customary time (during the quiet days between Christmas and New Year, even into early January) to plan and prepare for marketing success in the year ahead. Here are some pieces you might find thought-provoking and useful. First up… …I’ve said this many times […]
Looking Ahead – Marketing Calendar December 2014
Time to look ahead and consider what’s available to the smart direct response marketer to create… …a marketing calendar for December 2014. That is to say, occasions, events and anniversaries that we can use as the building block for marketing campaigns and promotions. December of course means… …CHRISTMAS… …with the NEW YEAR not far behind […]
Marketing Observations About McDonald’s Anniversaries 2014
2014 sees two significant anniversaries for McDonald’s. First up, it’s the 40th anniversary of the opening of the first store in the UK as I noticed when I happened to pop in to my local Mickey D’s for a quick breakfast. Now, I’m not a particularly regular patron at the Golden Arches but I’ve got […]
No Such Thing As Poor Publicity For Jack Wills
This story caught my eye and demonstrates, among other things, the enduring power of (1) controversy and (2) sex… “Jack Wills censured for ‘overtly sexual’ catalogue” There’s also a “Royal” connection (apparently Prince Harry is a fan of the label) which always adds spice to stories like this. And to support my argument about the […]