When Should a Startup Prioritize Marketing Efforts?
Unfortunately, a brilliant idea alone isn’t enough. Success hinges on effectively connecting that idea with its intended audience. (We here at Mandel call it “marketing.”) But it’s not always clear when a startup or early-stage…
How To Write A Creative Brief
Wait, WTF is a creative brief? A creative brief is a document that you give your ad agency (or graphic designer, or nephew/intern, or whoever) that tells them what you want. A well-crafted creative brief…
How to Balance Brand Building With Performance Marketing in Advertising
Branding Building and Performance Marketing: Can They Coexist? In the ever-evolving landscape of advertising, finding the right balance between brand building and performance marketing is crucial for success. Insights from a Chief Marketing Officer and…
Brands Using Humor in their Ads
“I think boring is the ultimate sin.” — David Ogilvy, The Unpublished David Ogilvy (1985) It’s hard not to be boring. One way to avoid it is to be scary. This, unfortunately, doesn’t work that…
Lessons Learned From Failed Marketing Campaigns
Marketing Failures Aren’t The End Of The World Social media distorts reality. People post how amazing their lives are, the wonderful trips they go on, and the beautiful dishes they eat. That’s fine, but it’s…
When Should A Startup Think About Branding?
The brand-building process is often misunderstood by startups, with some founders viewing it as an afterthought or something to be addressed once the company is more established. Others argue that startup branding is fundamental to…
The Most Significant Marketing Challenges for Startups and Entrepreneurs in Early Stages
Okay, so you have a damn good idea and a damn fine go-to-market strategy. You’re full of vim and vigor and vinegar and ready to work those 25-hour days to become the next [insert your…
Branding For Startups: A Comprehensive Guide
Why Branding is Crucial for Startups: The Key to Unlocking Growth and Investment In today’s hyper-competitive market, the landscape for startups is fraught with marketing strategy challenges. Whether fully funded or seeking capital, startups face…
Go-to-Market Strategy for Startups: A Comprehensive Guide
Use This Guide To Craft an Unstoppable Go-To-Market Strategy For Your Startup In the world of startups, where innovation thrives and the stakes are high, a well-crafted go-to-market (GTM) strategy is the compass that guides…
5 Marketing Myths To Watch Out For
Marketing Myths Abound, Don’t Fall For Them! You’ve likely come across some of these misconceptions about marketing, often touted as “conventional wisdom” or as things that “everyone knows.” Don’t be misled! Rather than relying on…