Blogs and think pieces

Why I think “leadership compatibility” is like the early stages of dating

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The article explores why working environments and cultural compatibility are a lot like the early stages of dating. Readers will learn why authenticity matters, how to spot the red flags, and why pretending never leads to a healthy match. It encourages both leaders and employees to recognise compatibility early and to walk away when it’s just not “the one.”

CONSUMER INSIGHTS IN THE AGE OF AI AND A CONTENT LED, COMMUNITY LED WORLD

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A think piece by Unilever's Andrea Cappi on why with AI and fragmented audiences, true competitive advantage comes not from more data but from deeper human understanding.

The Invisible AI Gap Nobody in Marketing Wants to Talk About

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Every marketing team uses AI now but what they actually do with it varies enormously. Most marketing leaders can't tell who's using it well and who's just typing into it as Cemre Akkaya explains.

The Marketing Society's 10th Anniversary in Dubai: A Reset on What Marketing Strategy Really Means

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At The Marketing Society’s Dubai anniversary, Christina Peyton shares insights from Sophie Devonshire, Mark Ritson and Amina Taher, reminding marketers to slow down and get the basics right. Start with diagnosis and strategy, build emotional memory, take pricing seriously, and use AI to support strong thinking, not replace it.

What can marketers learn from the viral ‘Chinamaxxing’ trend on social media?

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The viral 'Chinamaxxing' trend shows Gen Z is seeking cultural inspiration beyond Western norms. This piece reveals what this means for marketers navigating cultural relevance, representation and the fine line between appreciation and appropriation.

Growing with longtime fans

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BTS's comeback reveals something every marketer should pay attention to - as K-pop chases global scale, its most loyal fans are switching off. This piece explores what happens when brands sacrifice specificity for universality.

Case studies

The Marketing Society Global Awards 2025: Not for profit marketing (Highly Commended)

A HEALTH WHODUNNIT: How a murder mystery drove thousands to local pharmacies for life-saving blood pressure check
On 9 July, in London, we celebrated 40 years of The Marketing Society Global Awards. Not for Profit Marketing Highly Commended was A HEALTH WHODUNNIT: How a murder mystery drove thousands to local pharmacies for life-saving blood pressure checks

The Marketing Society Global Awards 2025: Marketing Transformation (Highly Commended)

Waitrose and Partners
On 9 July, in London, we celebrated 40 years of The Marketing Society Global Awards. Marketing Transformation Highly Commended was Our CRM Transformation

The Marketing Society Global Awards 2025: Marketing Transformation (Highly Commended)

Farrans Construction
On 9 July, in London, we celebrated 40 years of The Marketing Society Global Awards. Marketing Transformation Highly Commended was From nought to sixty

The Marketing Society Global Awards 2025: Marketing Innovation and Technology (Highly Commended)

Audi Match
On 9 July, in London, we celebrated 40 years of The Marketing Society Global Awards. Marketing Innovation and Technology Highly Commended was Audi Match, How we helped prospective car buyers find their perfect Partner

Empower

Can subtlety save us from cynicism?

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'Over the last 18 months it's safe to say we're fed up', writes Havas Hong Kong's Head of Strategy, Duncan Bell. 'And brands haven't escaped this malaise.'

Storytelling - Oh no, do we have to?

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Author and global speaker on communication, creativity and collaboration, Neil Mullarkey, says the good news is, everyone can tell a story: colleagues, clients, customers... you just have to seek them out.

Why stories are important for Squiggly Careers

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Helen Tupper, Co-Founder of award-winning career development company Amazing If, on what makes a good squiggly career story and when you should tell yours.

The stories we tell...

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Author, speaker and founder of Upping Your Elvis, Chris Barez-Brown, says that the stories we tell ourselves shape our very being, and in just ten minutes a day we can be happier and more optimistic.

Interviews

Member Interview with Svein Clouston

Svein Clouston
Member Interview with Svein Clouston, Co-Founder and MD, Rationale

Member Interview with Maurizio Fabbrini

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Member Interview with Maurizio Fabbrini, Head of Growth, Altavia Group

Member Interview with Andy Yost

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Member Interview with Andy Yost, Chief Marketing Officer, Medforth Global Education