In my first job out of college, I was an Account Manager for a company that specialized in internal training development for automotive brands. Immersed in the automotive industry, in which I had zero experience prior, I attended the Detroit Auto Show every year to...
“I can do it myself!!” This phrase is a common one in my household at the moment as my three-year-old navigates the world of independence and a desire to learn. It’s wonderful and frustrating beyond all reason at the same time. Zipping up his backpack, putting on...
I planted squash for the first time in my vegetable garden this summer, and the squash arches that my husband built make them a visual focal point in my side yard. The foliage climbs, the flowers bloom, and the fruit dangles. It’s beautiful! And then…I realized that...
“Buy now!” “Best deal in town!” “This is your moment.” “Don’t miss this once in a lifetime opportunity!” “These benefits are just the tip of the iceberg!” Has your cringe reflex kicked in yet? These are just a few of dozens (maybe hundreds) of overused marketing...
“We come together ‘cause opposites attract!” While Paula might be right about lovers, she’s not right when it comes to marketing ideas to attract customers. I don’t recommend trying the ‘opposites attract’ approach. Many businesses have been burned by promoting...
