The Long Game

A newsletter that will help you shift your focus from tiny, fleeting tactics to big-picture strategies and timeless principles.

Awaken the Consumer: Bridge the Gap Between Who They Are and Who They Want to Be
Marketing

Awaken the Consumer: Bridge the Gap Between Who They Are and Who They Want to Be

Kierkegaard’s exploration of despair - the tension between who we are and who we wish to be - offers profound insights into consumer behavior. People buy not to fulfill basic needs, ...

MarketingThe Four Motivations That Drive Consumers & How to Wield Them

The Four Motivations That Drive Consumers & How to Wield Them

Marketing, like the subtle art of court intrigue, demands precision and insight. To truly captivate your audience, you must understand their hidden desires - status, altruism, self-i...

MarketingInvisible Forces: How to Embed Your Brand in the Conscious and Unconscious Mind of Your Audience

Invisible Forces: How to Embed Your Brand in the Conscious and Unconscious Mind of Your Audience

To create a memorable brand, you must align your message with the audience’s existing thoughts and emotions, forging powerful mental connections. By understanding how ideas interact and strategical...

MarketingHow to Fool Your Market Into Fool-proofing Your Next Product Launch

How to Fool Your Market Into Fool-proofing Your Next Product Launch

Strategically ambiguous messaging allows you to 'beat the grass to startle the snakes,' revealing hidden market sentiments before fully committing to a launch. Whether you're gauging interest in a ...

MarketingThe Power of Saying Less: How Brands Can Embody Control

The Power of Saying Less: How Brands Can Embody Control

Master the art of saying less to project control and sophistication, attracting customers who seek these qualities. Learn from the Oracle of Delphi, Machiavelli, and brands like Appl...

MarketingYour Next Marketing Masterpiece is One Step Beyond Buzzwords

Your Next Marketing Masterpiece is One Step Beyond Buzzwords

Inspired by Leonardo da Vinci's meticulous attention to detail, this blog post explores how marketers can craft messages that feel lifelike and emotionally resonant.

MarketingThe Authenticity Paradox: How Brands Thrive and Team Members Undermine

The Authenticity Paradox: How Brands Thrive and Team Members Undermine

Learn the psychology of why we are so attracted to authentic brands and why authenticity can sometimes be a double-edged sword.