Is ‘Start With Why’ a Good Marketing Strategy? (Was It Ever?)
It’s been more than a decade since Simon Sinek inspired us all to “start with why.” Today, those three words are the cornerstone of many a marketing mantra. The question is – should they be? “Start with why” is a great tagline. It’s short, catchy, and broad enough to apply to far more scenarios than
continue readingYour Audience’s Self-Image is Key to How Your Message Hits
If you want to eat healthier, exercise first thing in the morning. Mornings are a pretty crucial time when it comes to achieving your goals. There’s a whole movement around the idea that you can change the world just by making your bed at the start of the day. That’s because the morning is the
continue readingClear mission, clear message: Why your marketing needs a mission
Your company mission isn’t just a schmaltzy motivational poster. It’s an authentic answer to “what are we doing?” And it makes marketing a whole lot easier.
continue readingCool Features? Customers Don’t Care
Your customers don’t care how cool you are. They don’t care about your years of experience or about how many amazing features are packed into your product. Harsh, I know. You may already be thinking about companies whose marketing messages list tons of features. Apple, for example. I’ll get back to them in a minute.
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