Category Archives: Branding Lessons

This beauty brand is promoting ‘bottle positivity.’ Are customers buying it?

  By Sarah Lynch December 05, 2022 Four days after launching the body and hair care brand Saltair, Iskra Lawrence had a problem. The model turned cofounder had just released her first line of products in 100% aluminum bottles, a choice she and her team had made for the material’s recyclability. Now, some customers receiving … Continue reading This beauty brand is promoting ‘bottle positivity.’ Are customers buying it?

Actually, Americans do want to hear what brands have to say about reproductive rights

By Connie Lin   May 17, 2022 When a high-profile sociopolitical issue erupts on the national stage—whether it’s Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Florida’s Don’t Say Gay bill, or the Black Lives Matter movement—it often cues brand theatrics. And sometimes, that can feel like a tired performance. In today’s social media landscape, companies have fielded criticism … Continue reading Actually, Americans do want to hear what brands have to say about reproductive rights

Brand Marketing vs. Product Marketing: What’s the Difference and Which Should You Invest In?

Tom Whatley January 21, 2022 In 2018, after two short years and $ 3 million raised in startup funds, recruitment AI company Ansaro shut down due to bad market fit. As it turned out, their AI interview notetaker didn’t address a huge pain point. Muun found a market need but failed to compete with bigger … Continue reading Brand Marketing vs. Product Marketing: What’s the Difference and Which Should You Invest In?