The Marketer’s Storybook just hit 1,000 subscribers—thank you! Whether you’ve been here since the beginning or just joined, I’m so grateful to share this space with a community that loves bold ideas, sharp insights, and great storytelling as much as I do. This week’s edition is a crash course in how brands are breaking the
Today is World Book Day and Copyright Day in the UK, and I have to admit – this one hits close to home. Ever since I was a kid, I’ve been obsessed with stories. I used to say, “One day I’ll be an author.” To have done it twice still feels surreal – and with
This week, brands are getting cheeky, chaotic, and surprisingly clever. From Duolingo’s banana-peel facials to Estée Lauder duping sleep itself, marketers embraced the weird, the wild, and the wonderfully strategic. April Fools’ Day saw brands go all-in with pranks so good, some became real products (Duolingo cruise, anyone?). Meanwhile, Eventbrite is making search ads on
Sometimes, a little competitive banter goes a long way—especially when the Royal Family and Obamas are involved. To promote the upcoming Invictus Games, both famous families came together through the magic of social media to raise awareness with a generous helping of friendly banter. It all started with The First Lady, Michelle Obama, who took
With each passing year, April Fools’ Day presents a challenge and opportunity for companies. While April Fools may not be for every company out there, there are some companies who surprise and delight us each year. Here are seven companies that almost tricked us—in a good way—this April Fools’ Day. 1. Zappos Accidently Lets CEO Tony Hsieh