What Actually Works: 10 Principles of Marketing & Creative Effectiveness
What does the evidence say about effective marketing? 10 research-backed principles on growth, brand memory and creative, plus the limits of the data.
This series dives into what makes ad creatives truly work—from capturing attention in seconds to leaving a lasting brand impression. Explore practical tips, examples, and insights to help you craft smarter, sharper, and more effective campaigns.

What does the evidence say about effective marketing? 10 research-backed principles on growth, brand memory and creative, plus the limits of the data.

Mark Ritson and Google's Martijn Bertisen dismantle marketing's false binaries. Learn why synthetic data, pricing psychology, and strategy drive profit.

Peter Field exposes the billions wasted on short-term performance and cheap reach. Discover why attentive reach and creative metrics drive real growth.

Neural audit of 2026 Super Bowl ads via Attention-AI. Data reveals a Vampire Effect where hype blocks branding. See why Raisin Bran won and Hellmann's lost
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Mascots vs. Celebs: Which truly boosts ad recall? The surprising science behind who makes your brand unforgettable.

Your logo isn’t your brand. Learn how to build a system of brand assets that actually sticks and gets noticed in a world full of noise.