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October 22,
2024
2024
Conversations Over Conversions: Building Authentic Customer Relationships
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
The goal is not just to sell a product or service but to start and sustain meaningful conversations that foster engagement, trust, and loyalty.
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October 21,
2024
2024
The Truth About Transparency: Why It Matters More Than Ever in Business
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
A transparent business is more likely to foster loyalty and create a stronger connection with its stakeholders because people are naturally drawn to openness and honesty.
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October 17,
2024
2024
The Dad Joke: From Cringeworthy to Cultural Phenomenon
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
At the core of every dad joke is a pun, wordplay, or a clever twist that feels more like a gentle nudge than an actual comedic punch. The joke is rarely original or surprising—in fact, dad jokes thrive on being formulaic and predictable.
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October 14,
2024
2024
How to Talk to AI Without Losing Your Mind
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
I was treating ChatGPT like a vending machine, expecting the perfect response every time I pushed a button.
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October 11,
2024
2024
Parasocial Love: The Psychology Behind Our Obsession with Celebrity Couples
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
But why? What about famous people’s relationships draws us in so deeply? Whether it’s admiration, envy, or sheer curiosity, our fixation on celebrity romances runs deep.
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October 9,
2024
2024
Talking in Circles: Surviving the Buzzword Frenzy
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
In the modern business, marketing, and tech world, buzzwords have become an ever-present fixture. They are the magic spells that sound impressive but often lack real substance.
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October 7,
2024
2024
Why Your Dog Would Make a Better Marketer Than You
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
They’ve got charm, unwavering loyalty, and an unparalleled sense of awareness. If we could channel just a fraction of what makes dogs so naturally likable, we might create more authentic and effective marketing campaigns.
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October 3,
2024
2024
Navigating Fluid Audiences: Personalization in a Changing Market
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
Let’s explore how marketers can adapt their strategies to keep pace with fluid audiences by leveraging data analytics, AI, emotional intelligence, and dynamic segmentation.
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October 1,
2024
2024
Mastering Scope Creep: Say No to Extra Work and Still Keep Clients Happy
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
One of the most common challenges comes when a project is nearing completion, and the client starts asking for more—extra work that wasn’t part of the original agreement.
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September 27,
2024
2024
Remote Work and the Loss of Boo Radley
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
The world has changed drastically in recent years. For many people, one of the most significant and lasting shifts has been how we work. When the pandemic hit, offices shut down, and millions of people found themselves working from home almost overnight.
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September 26,
2024
2024
If You Build It, We Will Scam
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
So, what is it about human nature that makes us so quick to exploit new technology for scams? Why do time, money, and extreme effort that could be used for good so often get funneled into money-making schemes that prey on others?
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September 24,
2024
2024
Bridging the Creative Gap: Helping Clients See Beyond Vague Descriptors
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
The disconnect is a common one. Clients often have a clear vision for their business but may not have the design vocabulary to express it in ways that help creatives.
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September 20,
2024
2024
Speaking to Fluid Audiences: Why Static Language No Longer Works
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
We live in a world where emotions, needs, and desires evolve with circumstances, yet traditional communication strategies often rely on static messaging, particularly in areas like marketing and branding.
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September 18,
2024
2024
From Outrage to Understanding: Changing How We React to Business Failures
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
In an increasingly polarized world, where frustration often overshadows understanding, cultivating empathy becomes essential for fostering positive relationships.
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September 16,
2024
2024
Rethinking Marketing: Why Fluidity Matters in a Changing World
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
While this approach has been effective for years, it often oversimplifies human behavior by assuming that people fit neatly into these predefined boxes.
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