Archive for June, 2009

Since This Turning Into A Week of Worsts …

Thursday, June 25th, 2009

Ever wonder what profession the world’s worst person would decide to embrace? The Onion has the (all-too painfully true) answer. (Thanks to Paul R. for the heads up on this one!)

The World’s Worst Commercial

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

Yesterday we saw the world’s most annoying Web site (according to TIME). Today we have the world’s worst commercial (according to Adrants). Here’s more.

The World’s Most Annoying Web Site

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009

According to TIME Magazine, it’s this.

Buzz Is One Thing …

Monday, June 22nd, 2009

… and Crispin Porter & Bogusky is an agency that’s great at delivering buzz. But if the buzz doesn’t deliver sales, then what’s the point?

I’ve heard for a long time that Crispin’s work for Burger King (with such buzzworthy elements as Subservient Chicken) didn’t do much to move the sales needle. This AdAge article confirms it.

Takeaway for marketers: What are your agencies’ main priorities: Your sales or their awards?

Happy Father’s Day

Sunday, June 21st, 2009

And as my present to you, I bring good news: Have a second piece of cake after dinner tonight.