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Charlie’s Angels

Posted on May 25, 2019 by cdsmiller17

There seems to be some synchronicity at work here. On Thursday night, a television program called “This is Farrah Fawcett” was aired, celebrating the 10th anniversary of her fight with cancer. Then last night, the second movie, “Charlie’s Angels: Full … Continue reading →

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Decoding a New Advertising Catchphrase

Posted on April 8, 2019 by cdsmiller17

Bonvoy! Marriott Hotels have created a new rewards scheme. They want it to stand out from the crowd, so they decided to call it something that people can say to each other in a TV advert. Nothing else is said, … Continue reading →

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Advertising Tricks: How Much? Too Much

Posted on February 10, 2019 by cdsmiller17

Let’s face it, the world can be a confusing place just as it is. Now put yourself in a young person’s place who is just starting to live in their own home. No problem? We’ll see… A classical look from … Continue reading →

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Facebook: Society’s Mirror?

Posted on April 1, 2018 by cdsmiller17

Or a Necessary Evil? Today is April Fool’s Day (and Easter Sunday) 2018. But this is no joke. Facebook has come in for a lot of criticism lately. Most of it seems justified, but is it really wrong to give … Continue reading →

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The Hidden Persuaders

Posted on June 18, 2015 by cdsmiller17

Have you ever wondered how marketing companies come up with their advertising campaigns? As consumers, we are a mess of contradictions; Motivational Research sorted us out years ago. Meet Vance Packard The Hidden Persuaders According to Wikipedia, Vance Packard “was … Continue reading →

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