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January 31,
2025
2025
No One Out-Verbs the Hut
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
I’m talking about this odd need for advertisers to verb nouns. To do what now? You ask. To verb nouns. For example, no one out-pizzas the Hut. This little mind-numbing bit of torture is called verbing—the act of taking an innocent noun, ripping it from its regular, universally recognized part of speech, and forcing it, like a cat into a carrying case, into verb status.
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January 30,
2025
2025
The Great Return: Adjusting to Life Back at the Office
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
Companies are calling employees back to their desks, signaling the end of our remote-work comfort zone. Like the great migration of 1.5 million wildebeest across the Serengeti, we’re preparing for a collective upheaval—a transition back to the office.
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January 29,
2025
2025
Start Strong: Morning Rituals for Success
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
But here’s the question: Are morning rituals actually that important? Do they help us get our act together and focus on the day ahead?
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January 28,
2025
2025
The Superman Ideal: Powering Business Success
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
When we think of Superman, we don't just think about a man who can fly or lift cars. We think about the embodiment of an ideal—an unattainable but aspirational version of what we, as individuals and societies, could be.
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January 27,
2025
2025
The Untouchables: Reaching the Unreachable in Marketing
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
So the big question is: Are there actually groups of people out there who can watch your million-dollar TV ads, see your social media blitz, and say, "Nah, not for me," no matter how brilliant the campaign?
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January 24,
2025
2025
Why a Free Press Matters: The Backbone of an Informed Society
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
This isn’t about politics or party. A free press is a cornerstone of democracy, ensuring accountability, transparency, and truth for all—no matter where you stand.
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January 24,
2025
2025
Influencers: The Good, the Bad, and the Attention-Seeking
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
In the world of today, the only thing you need to succeed is a smartphone, a decent filter, and a firm belief that your opinion on kale is, in fact, groundbreaking.
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January 23,
2025
2025
Branding in 2025: Authenticity, Purpose, and Personalization
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
Branding has moved from being a simple marketing tool to a powerful force for connection, purpose, and personalization.
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January 23,
2025
2025
Outshining AI: The 2025 Marketing Agency Advantage
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
One of the primary challenges for marketing agencies is staying ahead of the curve in a world dominated by rapidly evolving technology and AI advancements.
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January 20,
2025
2025
Celebrate Everything: The Secret to a Healthier, Happier You
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
But celebration isn’t just about the event or party; it’s about recognizing the good in our lives, no matter how small. Taking the time to celebrate offers countless benefits for the mind, body, and spirit.
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January 17,
2025
2025
TikTok’s Exit: How a Ban Could Reshape Our Digital Lives
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
From influencers with millions of followers to small businesses leveraging the app to reach niche audiences, TikTok’s ban would leave many scrambling for alternatives.
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January 16,
2025
2025
See-Through Leadership: Building Trust Through Transparency
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
Transparency: the corporate buzzword of the decade. If you believe every About Us page or investor presentation, everyone is transparent these days. It’s the new “innovative”—a word so overused it’s practically meaningless.
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January 14,
2025
2025
SEO in 2025: Still King or Just a Piece of the Puzzle?
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
SEO is the holy grail for visibility, engagement, and, ultimately, revenue. But is SEO truly the indispensable cornerstone of online success? Or has its importance been inflated to mythic proportions?
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January 10,
2025
2025
The Price of a Viral Moment: Losing Sight of Humanity
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
Throughout history, images have played a profound role in shaping public opinion and spurring social change. One of the most stark examples is the photographs from Nazi death camps at the end of World War II.
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January 9,
2025
2025
Jimmy Carter: A Legacy of Humility and Service
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
Today, we pause as a nation to honor the life and legacy of former President Jimmy Carter, a man who managed to turn decency and humility into political superpowers—something rarer than a bipartisan handshake these days.
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