Brand Building
The Science of Storytelling
December 11, 2024
Remember VH1’s Storytellers? For 20 years, we heard legends like Billy Joel, Stevie Nicks, and Tom Petty share the stories behind their music. Even artists like Dave Matthews Band, The Smashing Pumpkins, and Snoop Dogg got into the act. My personal favorite? Green Day’s 2005 performance of American Idiot—pop-punk perfection! ...
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The Key to Attracting Top Talent: A Comprehensive Employer Branding Guide
October 24, 2024
In today’s competitive job market, attracting and retaining top talent is more critical than ever. However, simply offering a competitive salary and benefits package isn’t enough anymore. Candidates are increasingly looking for companies that align with their values and offer a positive work environment. This is where employer branding comes ...
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Specs Don’t Sell
August 15, 2024
Stop selling features and start selling benefits. In my 25+ years helping B2B companies market their innovative products and revolutionary technologies, I’ve learned a valuable truth—specs don’t sell. The most successful companies understand this. They know focusing solely on features and technical details won’t win customers. Instead, they prioritize building ...
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Humanizing B2B
July 25, 2024
Stop selling features and start telling human-centric stories. The meteor is coming… There is a giant piece of molten rock heading your way. It’s big, it’s scary, and it’s going to have a catastrophic effect on your profession. But what can you do to stop it? That’s how the cofounders ...
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Drew, Drew, Drew!: The Truth About Marketing Jobs & AI
July 9, 2024
Sorry, Sam. AI hasn’t made me obsolete yet. We’ve been watching reruns of The Brady Bunch on Amazon Prime at our house recently. From 1969 to 1974, and for years after in syndication, there was no finer sitcom for kids born in the 70s. For the uninitiated, here’s the story…of ...
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Muskegon marketing firm’s $90,000 Giving Tuesday initiative helps put Kalamazoo nonprofit ‘on the map’
December 6, 2023
Revel used a 24-hour marketing marathon to create a free, comprehensive marketing campaign for Girls Build Kalamazoo
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A Marketer’s Take on Rick Rubin’s ‘The Creative Act’
November 15, 2023
To cultivate a creative mindset, start by embracing the process of making art.
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Kalamazoo nonprofit that breaks down barriers and stereotypes for girls chosen to receive free marketing makeover
October 16, 2023
Michigan marketing firm Revel to provide pro bono effort for Girls Build Kalamazoo during 24-hour marketing marathon on Giving Tuesday
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West Michigan marketing firm adds twist to “Giving Tuesday” with 24-hour “Good Tuesday” marketing marathon
August 14, 2023
Any Michigan company can apply to receive a free, comprehensive marketing campaign from Revel.
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B2B and Social Media: Making Your Brand Stand Out with Brand Engagement
March 24, 2023
Brand engagement is about connecting with customers over time.
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Brand Refresh vs. Rebrand: What’s Best For Your Company?
March 16, 2023
No budget for a rebrand? Consider a brand refresh.
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Great Marketing Starts with a Great Strategy
March 2, 2023
A sound strategy is the key to a successful marketing effort.
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