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SEO & Search

Technical SEO, content strategy and the emerging world of Generative Engine Optimisation (GEO). We cover algorithm updates, site architecture, keyword strategy and how to get found when people search, whether on Google or inside AI.

Social Off Socials: Heineken flips phones for IRL interactions

14 April 2025 · 4 min read

Social Off Socials: Heineken flips phones for IRL interactions

It’s not every day a global beer brand launches a phone case that flips your device face-down when someone says “cheers.”

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BeReal ads: BeReal launches US advertising platform led by former TikTok exec

14 April 2025 · 4 min read

BeReal ads: BeReal launches US advertising platform led by former TikTok exec

A few years ago, BeReal quietly entered the social scene with a simple premise: share one unfiltered moment a day. No filters, no scheduled content, no carefully crafted personas—just people, being people.

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PepsiCo’s $1.95B Poppi Deal: A turning point for Prebiotic Soda Brand

9 April 2025 · 5 min read

PepsiCo’s $1.95B Poppi Deal: A turning point for Prebiotic Soda Brand

Let’s rewind for a second. Just a few years ago, Poppi was the kind of startup you’d walk past in the niche aisle of a health food store — a fizzy little can with bright colors and gut-friendly promises.

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The quiet revolution behind Unilever’s content machine

8 April 2025 · 5 min read

The quiet revolution behind Unilever’s content machine

Over the years, marketing has evolved from glossy billboards and 30-second TV spots into something far more dynamic—and let’s be honest, more demanding.

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Hostess is rising from the shelf: A story of brand revitalization done right

7 April 2025 · 5 min read

Hostess is rising from the shelf: A story of brand revitalization done right

There’s something undeniably nostalgic about Hostess. For many of us, those soft, golden Twinkies or the powdered Donettes bring back memories of packed school lunches and gas station snack runs.

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McDonald’s Is Blurring the Line Between Fast Food and Video Game Marketing Campaigns

4 April 2025 · 5 min read

McDonald’s Is Blurring the Line Between Fast Food and Video Game Marketing Campaigns

When you think of McDonald’s, you probably picture golden fries, Happy Meals, and the nostalgic red-and-yellow glow that defines childhood.

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From Obscurity to Relevance: JCPenney’s Social-First Marketing Revolution

2 April 2025 · 5 min read

From Obscurity to Relevance: JCPenney’s Social-First Marketing Revolution

Not long ago, people were writing off JCPenney. This once-iconic department store, the quintessential symbol of suburban shopping malls, seemed to be fading into oblivion.

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From Charli XCX to Click-to-Buy: The Strategy Behind the H&M Digital Relaunch

1 April 2025 · 6 min read

From Charli XCX to Click-to-Buy: The Strategy Behind the H&M Digital Relaunch

Everybody thought H&M’s Instagram clean-out last August was just another fashion stunt. “Out with the old, in with the new” is a cliché at best, a throwaway phrase at worst.

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MLS Season Pass Is Apple’s Sneaky Power Move

31 March 2025 · 5 min read

MLS Season Pass Is Apple’s Sneaky Power Move

Apple doesn’t play small. When they secured a $2.5 billion deal for exclusive MLS broadcasting rights, it wasn’t just about soccer—it was about reshaping how sports and streaming collide.

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How Nature’s Sunshine is Proving the Power of a Brand Platform in Wellness

27 March 2025 · 5 min read

How Nature’s Sunshine is Proving the Power of a Brand Platform in Wellness

For over five decades, Nature’s Sunshine has been a pioneer in the wellness world. Half a century of perfecting herbal supplements, sourcing the finest ingredients, and setting quality benchmarks before most brands even

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Forget Pop-Ups—Walmart Unlimited Turns Games Into Digital Storefronts

27 March 2025 · 3 min read

Forget Pop-Ups—Walmart Unlimited Turns Games Into Digital Storefronts

Retail is no longer just about clicking “Add to Cart.” The way people shop has changed dramatically, and brands that don’t evolve risk fading into irrelevance. Walmart isn’t just evolving—it’s leaping ahead w

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Chipotle Metaverse Marketing Just Set a New Standard—Here’s How

26 March 2025 · 4 min read

Chipotle Metaverse Marketing Just Set a New Standard—Here’s How

Marketing is evolving at breakneck speed. The dominance of traditional TV ads is fading, replaced by brands that embrace digital innovation and meet consumers where they already are.

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