Why do we shop more on a rainy day?
Why is it that on a rainy, cold day it’s just so much more tempting to…
Marketing
Do Androids Dream of Electric Sales?
This week, we take a closer look at the role of Artificial Intelligence in marketing. We…
Brands Have Feelings Too!
"Anthropomorphism" is the characterising of human traits to non-human objects. When it comes to brand anthropomorphism,…
Does marketing influence culture or does culture influence marketing?
For marketing specialists, it is obvious that marketing strategies must consider the local culture. Just as…
How Sustainable Are Supermarket Marketing Practices
Many of our big supermarkets have been making steps towards sustainability by discontinuing the use of…
Christmas, Candy Canes and Capitalism: Has Christmas been commodified?
After checking our bank accounts following our Christmas shopping sprees, I’m sure some of us wonder…
Buy 1 get 1 Free: Sneaky ways retailers get you to spend more
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… for sales! Black Friday, Christmas, Boxing Day and…
Pink Drinks: The Alcohol Marketing Trend Targeting Women
Australia is known for its drinking culture. Men drink more alcohol than women - and experience…
W o K e Culture in Marketing
Social justice has become a major part of 21st century media, with some aspects of it…
The Collective Aggregation Effect
On this episode, we’re looking at collective aggregation and the appeal for each of us to…
Feeling the FOMO
Exam season in most Australian universities has concluded, and with the summer break commencing, many students…
‘Heartless’ Heart Foundation Ad Campaign, But How Come?
You may have heard of the controversial ad campaign by the Heart Foundation not long ago.…