The book Brandwashed is the smartest marketing book ever written because of the vast research Martin Lindstrom does on the topic. His first book [Buy-ology] was groundbreaking for what it uncovered about the sacred topic of marketing. I really think everyone should read it. Take the quiz to see if you’ve been Brandwashed. I’ve listed some highlights from the book to show you how much you’ll learn.
The Smartest Marketing Book Ever Written
It’s What Your Non-Profit is Missing; A Social Object
We’re all witnessing the effects of a very smart, new tactic taken on by non-profits, the use of social objects (thanks to Hugh MacLeod for the inspiration behind ‘Social Objects’).
A Social Object is something worth talking about, it’s the reason you tell somebody about something, it’s the topics and stories we talk about. If it’s interesting enough that you want to share it with someone then it’s a Social Object. And according to Hugh, if you really think about it, Social Objects are usually never boring, mediocre, or regular, because why would you share with someone something that’s ordinary?
Is Your Brand a Ford or a Porsche?
This is a guest post written by Brin Werrett from RockStar Homes.
Successfully sell your brand and your products will sell themselves.
Every business has a product and most, arguably, have a brand. Pick up any of the latest marketing books and you’ll hear that some of the most successful companies in the word don’t sell you products. They sell you a brand. Call it “Brand Fans” or whatever you want, but there’s a distinct difference in how these companies do business and how their customers perceive their products.
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