Are we shifting from being more active creators and seekers of brands and culture, to more passive curators and receivers? What does this loss of intent mean? How does this fit with brands seeking every greater share of our days, not just share of our wallet?
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Consumer behavior is shaped long before the moment of choice by hidden psychological and social forces. Discover the invisible drivers of every decision.
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Here’s the truth no brand wants to admit: There is a good amount of “consumer engagement” out there that’s just buzzword cosplay. It’s the marketing...
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Lifestyle
October 9, 2025
With JTBD, you're not selling soap—you’re selling confidence, calm, and the illusion of control on chaotic mornings.
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Lifestyle
February 18, 2025
The women's health market is booming, expected to reach $45.5 billion by 2025, with investors now funding new areas like menopause, mental health, and holistic wellness. Brands are now motivated more to create products specifically for women's needs.
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The sober curious movement has taken the world by storm, and is only growing in popularity within North America. We wanted to know more about the whys behind this shift … and what people are choosing to sip instead. So we spoke with 25-year-old Hope Woodard about her entrance into the world of the sober curious, and her feelings on the movement.
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Tired and stressed people do not perform well. So every 5 years we give employees an extra month off. Paid. In addition to all the usual holidays. The Sound of Sabbatical.
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COVID-19
February 3, 2022
It’s no surprise that with a pandemic comes increased consumption of alcohol. City legislation ushered us out of liquor stores at 6pm, while a case...
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COVID-19
November 22, 2021
People drink more these days (you heard it here first!), but that thirst isn’t just stronger than it was before the pandemic--it’s more complex. Brands must adapt to help people quench a steadier, not heavier, thirst among consumers on the other side of 2020.
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Gaming is a space that is giving us a glimpse of how the “real” world and “virtual” worlds converge. A space that is heavily impacting culture. Yet in some circles, gaming continues to be treated with niche status. A trending topic that’s not relevant to serious, grown-up businesses.
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