Opinion

5 hours ago

Green PR: Turning pollution into progress, one story at a time

Bhopal Gas tragedy survivor and Key Communications co-founder champions green PR’s power to inspire climate action through impactful storytelling.

3 days ago

Rethinking brand engagement in the age of responsible advertising

Social media limits can spark marketing ingenuity. Jajabor Brand Consultancy’s founder and CEO urges brands to ditch instant likes and embrace lasting connections.

4 days ago

'No strategic marketing program can overcome a lack of investment in truly sustainable solutions'

Weber Shandwick's sustainability lead for APAC, Marta Bigio, laments the deprioritisation of sustainability amidst competing global crises but highlights five ways communicators can ensure sustainability remains a priority.

Nov 26, 2024

What Chrome’s potential spin-off means for browsers and the ad ecosystem

As the Department of Justice pushes for Google to divest Chrome, the ripple effects could redefine browser competition, shake up web standards, and disrupt the advertising ecosystem as we know it.

Nov 26, 2024

When creativity misses the mark: What brands can learn from Jaquar’s advertising missteps

While creativity is currency in advertising, Branding Area’s marketing director states that even the richest ideas can bankrupt a brand’s message when mishandled, while nodding at Jaquar’s latest campaign.

Nov 25, 2024

Crypto craze: FOMO rising, fear of messing up prevails

Trump’s crypto cheer sparks buzz, but CoinDCX’s chief growth and marketing officer urges marketers to push fundamentals for savvy, long-term digital asset strategies.

Nov 19, 2024

From greenwashing to green truths: Agencies tackle COP29 challenges

As greenwashing rules tighten, Jakson Green’s marcom lead urges agencies to drive authentic sustainability messaging rooted in transparency and action.

Nov 19, 2024

Women in PR: Breaking myths, building legacies, redefining success

From smashing stereotypes to reshaping narratives, Connekting Dots’ founder underpins how women in PR and marcom showcase resilience, creativity, and leadership this Women’s Entrepreneurship Day.

Nov 18, 2024

How brands can actually save the planet (No, seriously this time)

Authentic sustainability demands action, not just slogans. ABND’s founder and partner states that it's time for brands to ditch pretence and embrace authentic, planet-positive strategies.

Nov 15, 2024

Experiential marketing cuts through ad fatigue to captivate consumers

Executing this strategy needs more than creativity; it requires cross-channel unity, unique branding, and tech adoption, says GZ Creative Digital’s Amisha Gulati.

Nov 13, 2024

Performance vs. branding? You're asking the wrong question

While marketers wage endless war over metrics versus memory, the smartest brands have already moved on, argues Quantum's Saim Qadri.

Nov 12, 2024

The life of a junior creative no-one tells you about

In this anonymous article, the author gives a raw look at a year filled with hard work, setbacks and the tough lessons of being a junior creative in a competitive agency.

Nov 11, 2024

Cracking the code of consumer psychology in India’s streaming boom

With streaming reshaping India's entertainment, grasping consumer psychology is now crucial for brand marketers, says JAGSoM marketing professor.

Nov 08, 2024

Trump’s victory isn’t just America’s crisis—it’s a global marketing lesson we ignore at our own peril

Make no mistake—2024’s US election was a calculated exercise in marketing from beginning to end, revealing a striking alignment with the very principles that drive our industry.

Nov 06, 2024

An insider’s playbook to PR crisis mitigation

In today’s social media-driven world, Boomlet Group's co-founder and CEO believes that swift and authentic crisis management is essential as brand reputation can shift in seconds.

Nov 05, 2024

Understanding the nudge-sludge dynamic in marketing

Strategic marketing calls for purposeful messaging and 'nudging', shifting from quantity to quality, says Doceree's founder and global CEO.

Nov 04, 2024

Is generative AI eroding media's ethical core?

SearchGPT has arrived, and the media industry's ethical reckoning is upon us. Initiative's Charles Dangibeaud demands immediate action: a robust ethical framework for AI-powered media buying is no longer a luxury; it's a necessity.

Nov 04, 2024

Personal branding for C-suite: Why creative agencies do it best

The CEO and founder of Savy Click and Jaipur Unfolded maintains that agencies excel at crafting executive brands that boost business credibility, drive growth, and manage risks in the public spotlight.

Oct 30, 2024

Pitfalls of selling to global ad networks: The math doesn’t add up!

Discover the financial disadvantages independent advertising agencies may encounter when selling to global networks, as explained by the chairman and co-founder of GoZoop Group.

Oct 29, 2024

Purpose-driven marketing: Brands’ secret sauce for loyalty and impact

Purpose-driven marketing now anchors brand growth and sustainability, driven by consumer consciousness, says International Management Institute's marketing professor.