The Wanamaker Dilemma
John Wanamaker famously said, “Half the money I spend on advertising is wasted; the trouble is, I don’t know which half.” You can replace...
The Elusive Strategy
At the beginning of a project, I ask to see my client’s current strategic growth plan. I have only received three types of plans: 1) The...
The Value of Participation Trophies
A participation trophy is one that is awarded for simply participating in something. The concept has stirred the wrath of the people, as...
Target Goes Gender Neutral
My nephew’s birthday was coming up, so I made a trip to Target to purchase his gift. My sister reminded me that Jack primarily likes...