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Marketing Strategy
Marketing strategy is the science of designing messages and branding that win. A successful marketing strategy is not a good advertising campaign. Rather, it is a comprehensive marketing identity that knocks the ball out of the park. Accordingly, marketing strategy is one of the most powerful levers of corporate success. To innovate, strategists need a constant influx of new ideas. That's where AD CULT comes into play. Join the cult!

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The most coveted brands are elevated to the status of cultural icons. These brands are desired and embraced into the fabric of our culture. In some cases, they are even tattoed onto flesh. Tools like emotional branding, cool-hunting, and guerilla marketing are often used to enter the consumer psyche. However, these tools by themselves cannot explain the iconic success of cult brands like Apple, Harley Davidson, Guinness, and Nike. The science of cultural branding is one of the most difficult and rewarding concepts in the field of marketing. The creation of a cultural brand is the "Holy Grail" of marketing.

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There are mavericks in the world who take ads seriously. Motivated by a fervent desire to discover tomorrow, these individuals are constantly searching for the next great ad. Employed in design, art, media, strategy, and marketing ad mavens set the rhythm for the pulse of pop culture.

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Gorgeousvertising - Boots Ads Scream Gorgeous in Every Day Life (VIDEO) Gorgeousvertising - Boots Ads Scream Gorgeous in Every Day Life (VIDEO)

The new David LaChapelle ad for Boots screams 'gorgeous'. The ad features women performing every day chores while being 'gorgeous'. It's nearly impossible to describe this ad, so you'll have to watch the video. I'm calling it the commercial of Christmas 2006 (even though I haven't seen all the Christmas commercials yet). [More]



Virtual Ad Agency - Crayon Marketing Launches in Second LifeVirtual Ad Agency - Crayon Marketing Launches in Second Life

In September, I wrote an article about Virtual World Marketing, suggesting it may be the next big thing. Now, a new marketing company named Crayonville has been launched in Second Life. The company has already lined up dozens of clients and it taking over the marketing space of the virtual world. … [More]







Massive Vending Machine (VIDEO)Massive Vending Machine (VIDEO)

We've seen a lot of innovation in vending this year, with everything from Beauty Vending to Art Vending. Now, there's a gigantic vending machine that is actually be enjoyable to watch! Hence... the video. [More]



Are Video Games Ready for Real Life Situations Like Boys Kissing?Are Video Games Ready for Real Life Situations Like Boys Kissing?

In Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas there was uproar over a hidden sex scene. Now with their latest release called "Bully", we see boys kissing. How far should this be taken and when should the appropriate regulatory bodies step in? [More]



Fake Boarding Pass Generator - Website Proves Gap in Airport SecurityFake Boarding Pass Generator - Website Proves Gap in Airport Security

Now you can get through airport security with the Northwest Airlines Boarding Pass Generator. Sounds like fun! The justification of the site is to illuminate security flaws that would enable any terrorist to bypass security with nothing but photoshop and a little spare time. From the Boarding Pas… [More]



Hacker to License iPod CodeHacker to License iPod Code

Being an avid Ipod user, one of the most frustrating things is the fact that one must use iTunes files and the iTunes interface to transfer music. It is not only restrictive but very time consuming as well. Lets hear how a young Norwegian hacker has challenged the bohemith Apple is today. From Fo… [More]



Samsung Blush Handset Bundled with Benefit Cosmetics!Samsung Blush Handset Bundled with Benefit Cosmetics!

We were gaga for the Samsung Blush when we first caught sight of its hot pink bod a few months back. Now we're lip-smacking crazy about it. See, the launch handset will come nestled with Benefit cosmetics... Samsung Blush is the latest mobile to come bundled with upmarket slap. First there was the… [More]



Cigarettes and Alcohol Used to Market Fashion - Diesel Pushes LimitsCigarettes and Alcohol Used to Market Fashion - Diesel Pushes Limits

Last week, I wrote about how the world of Fashion is associating itself with porn. Equally shocking, we now have an example of Diesel, a major label, associating itself with cigarettes and alcohol. Piers Fawkes reports that that the NYC Union Square store features, "champagne and Jack everywhere, … [More]



Terror SoapTerror Soap

Clense your kitchen of terrorists with terror soap. This innovative brand can be found in Costa Rica. Boing Boing notes, "Oh, what dark, foreboding poetry lurks in those long-lasting pink suds." [More]



Product Placement in PornProduct Placement in Porn

Product placement is a regular source of income for blockbuster movies. Accordingly, it seems fit that the porn industry is now exploiting this source of revenue. Maybe product placement in porn has been around for longer when we think, but the point is that there are now agencies like NextMedium w… [More]



Luxury Label Wines - Bulgari to Release VintageLuxury Label Wines - Bulgari to Release Vintage

Italian fashion label Bulgari is expanding beyond watches and handbags into fine wine. The luxury powerhouse will be investing up to 15 million euros to create an ultra high end wine. ANSA Italian news reports, "In order to create a new 'Super Tuscan' wine, Paolo Bulgari has bought the 20-hectare … [More]



Respect Copyright Badge - Boyscouts Brainwashed by MPAARespect Copyright Badge - Boyscouts Brainwashed by MPAA

With the opportunity to earh a 'Respect Copyright badge', Los Angeles Boy Scouts now have an extra level of 'encouragement' to protect the copyrights. The badge has been developed by the Motion Picture Association of America. As part of the program, the boys get to tour Hollywood studios to see al… [More]



Updated: Sony Bravia Commercial - An Explosion of Paint (VIDEO)Updated: Sony Bravia Commercial - An Explosion of Paint (VIDEO)

Originally posted Oct 17, this update includes the must-watch video of the commercial. The new Sony Bravia Adspot features an explosion of paint - and it's real. The Bravia Advert also has its own website which describes, "Our latest TV ad - featuring massive paint explosions - took 10 days and 25… [More]



Cheap Sneakers - Payless to Brand Hip $35 ShoesCheap Sneakers - Payless to Brand Hip $35 Shoes

Payless Shoe Source is going to brand a hip new line of sneakers called, "The Amp." The Amp will shatter the typical shoe price point at a mere cost of $35. The Wall Street Journal Reported, "Sneaker shoppers accustomed to ever-escalating prices may be facing another kind of sticker shock this fal… [More]



Rap Stars as Brand Directors - Jay-Z Responsible for Making Bud Select CoolRap Stars as Brand Directors - Jay-Z Responsible for Making Bud Select Cool

Jay-Z is now the brand director responsible for making Bud Select cool. Read the Fresh Press Release: /PRNewswire/ -- Anheuser-Busch and Shawn "JAY-Z" Carter are joining forces; Carter will collaborate with Anheuser-Busch as co-brand director for Budweiser Select. This association brings togethe… [More]



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