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January 31,
2025
2025
No One Out-Verbs the Hut
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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 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 23,
2025
2025
Outshining AI: The 2025 Marketing Agency Advantage
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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 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 8,
2025
2025
How History Will Fuel Your Business
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But history isn’t just for the history books or the classroom. It’s woven into the fabric of our personal lives, societal norms, and business strategies. Understanding history is like holding a map; it shows us where pitfalls lie and where paths converge.
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December 17,
2024
2024
Unlearning the Masks We Wear: A Journey Back to Authenticity
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
From the moment we learn to toddle through this big, messy world, we’re handed masks—as gifts, as lessons, as tools of survival.
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December 10,
2024
2024
The Myth of the Perfect Persona: Why Imperfection Builds Trust
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
An avalanche of curated perfection surrounds today’s world. Social media platforms amplify this phenomenon, providing endless feeds with images of flawless vacations, picture-perfect families, meticulously plated meals, and professional successes.
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December 6,
2024
2024
Love What You Do: Turning Your Side Hustle into a Real Job
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
A side hustle is more than just a hobby. It’s something that you actively pursue outside of your main job with the intention of making money.
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November 26,
2024
2024
Honoring the Past to Shape the Future
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
In a world driven by rapid technological advancement and a culture of constant innovation, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that old things are obsolete and no longer worth our time or attention.
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November 21,
2024
2024
Why Blogging Still Matters: A Voice in the Digital Universe
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
In a world where content creation has become an industry of its own, blogs continue to hold a special place in the digital landscape. They’re more than just a repository for thoughts and ideas—they’re tools for connection, creativity, and even business growth.
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November 14,
2024
2024
Caution: Words at Play. Slogans Shaped to Sell
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
Slogans didn’t always use this kind of bold, sometimes nonsensical language. The art of the slogan is rooted in a simpler time when companies were mostly just telling people what they offered.
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October 28,
2024
2024
Integrity in Business and Marketing: A Cornerstone for Success
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
Are we truly embodying integrity in our business dealings? Are we transparent in our marketing efforts, ensuring our messages reflect our true values?
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October 24,
2024
2024
Stay Present, Succeed More: The Benefits of Being in the Moment
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
Being present means you’re not worrying about the next meeting or dwelling on an earlier mistake. Instead, you are fully engaged with the task at hand.
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