ANZAC Day, April 25, this year 2015 marks the 100th anniversary of the World War 1 landings at Gallipoli… …and a campaign that ultimately ended in defeat for the Western Allies. In Australia and New Zealand, this day is perhaps the most sacred day on the calendar. For both countries, the events of the Gallipoli […]
Looking Ahead – Marketing Calendar April 2014
Here’s our regular look ahead at the coming month, April 2014… …and the events, holidays and anniversaries that a smart marketer can use as the foundation for an event-driven campaign or marketing promotion. The two main events of general interest this month are… …”April Fool’s Day” on the first of the month… …and Easter (April […]
Perils Of Product Proliferation In Marketing
Wonderful cartoon from “marketoonist” Tom Fishburne to kick off 2012… “Product proliferation” or “line extension” is one of the biggest mistakes made in the conventional marketing arena… …and there are useful lessons for direct response marketers. Line extension sounds such as sensible and logical strategy. The justification is usually along the lines… 1. It’s a […]
How Reader’s Digest Can Help Your Copywriting
I’ve been back from my Christmas trip to the UK for almost a week now and I’ve just about caught up with all the “stuff” that inevitably piles up! Going through my mail, came across the January issue of Reader’s Digest. Now, I have a subscription because of a tip from legendary copywriter John Caples. […]