The Sleeping Barber - A Business and Marketing Podcast

Sleeping Barber
The Sleeping Barber - A Business and Marketing Podcast Podcast

Welcome to the Sleeping Barber podcast with your hosts, Marc Binkley and Vassilis Douros. The sleeping barber is a classic computer programming problem that illustrates the challenges of effectively managing multiple systems processes. In business, we're faced with similar challenges. How do we align operations, IT and HR to execute a strategy and drive growth? How can accounting and legal help build and defend brands? How do marketing, sales and customer service teams effectively and efficiently acquire and serve customers? These challenging problems are exactly what this podcast is about.

  1. SBP 087: What Would It Take To Change Your Mind? With Prof Dan Ariely.

    6 DAYS AGO

    SBP 087: What Would It Take To Change Your Mind? With Prof Dan Ariely.

    In our latest podcast episode of the Sleeping Barber Podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with Prof. Dan Ariely, a renowned behavioural economist and the James B. Duke Professor of Behavioural Economics at Duke University. Dan is also the co-founder of several companies, including BeWorks, and the author of eight books, his latest being "MisbeLIEf." This episode dives deep into the fascinating world of behavioural economics, focusing on how misinformation and stress can significantly impact decision-making in both personal and business environments. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it! Our Guest: Prof. Dan Ariely - https://www.linkedin.com/in/danariely/ James B Duke Professor of Behavioural Economics at Duke University Co-founder of multiple companies including BEWorks - the world’s leading behavioral change firm Author of 8 books, including Predictably Irrational and the most recent MisbeLIEf TEDTalk Speaker Our Hosts: Follow our updates here: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sleeping-barber/⁠⁠ Get in touch with our hosts: Marc Binkley: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcbinkley/ Vassilis Douros: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/vassilisdouros/ Timestamps: 0:52 - Intro to Dan 3:36 - Behavioural Economics of Choice: The Economist Subscription 7:21 - The human brain is like a swiss army knife 9:30 - The inspiration of MisbeLIEf - COVID & death threats 12:59 - All of us have the potential to become misbelievers 15:15 - Mistrust in businesses & business leaders 16:30 - Stress affects our ability to trust 18:58 - Psychological resilience is affected by social connections 21:06 - Social isolation for employees hired during COVID 21:44 - Treating employees well can improve stock market returns 25:15 - ETF to track holdings based on how employees feel about where they work 25:44 - The trouble with counting the % of women in senior positions 30:38 - Two types of stress, one is harmful 32:33 - Seeing patterns where there are none 34:56 - The 2 components of misbelief 37:10 - Brands & influencers 39:47 - Improving trust on social networks 42:53 - We need to get better at consuming information 44:35 - People come to marketers too late 46:38 - Removing confirmation bias by changing the way we search 47:44 - Flush toilets and learning to understand 51:16 - Rather than argue the facts, accept ambiguity 53:50 - How to change people’s minds 55:05 - Why ostracism is so destructive 56:30 - Learn more about Dan 59:05 - Post-Pod Discussion with Marc and V Background Research & Literature: Dan’s Website https://danariely.com/  Links to all his papers, videos etc.  https://danariely.com/resources/#v-thoughts-of-the-week Links to his books https://danariely.com/books/  Center of Advanced Hindsight https://advanced-hindsight.com/ Irrational Capital ETF https://finance.yahoo.com/news/irrational-capitals-hapi-outperforming-p-120000068.html Center for Advanced Bureaucracy  https://centerforbureaucracy.com/  The Life We Should Live https://www.thelifeweshouldlive.com/

    1h 21m
  2. SBP 086 - The Barber's Brief - August 29, 2024

    AUG 28

    SBP 086 - The Barber's Brief - August 29, 2024

    Welcome back to another episode of The Barber’s Brief! Where Marc and Vassilis discuss marketing and business news that has caught their eye, they highlight our marketing moment, get into audience QA, and finish off by highlighting an ad of the week. Enjoy the show! Our Hosts: Follow our updates here: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sleeping-barber/⁠⁠ Get in touch with our hosts: Marc Binkley: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcbinkley/ Vassilis Douros: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/vassilisdouros/⁠ Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 2:38 - Update to Google’s Pmax Reporting 5:37 - Using the Playting to Win Framework for Competitor Analysis 9:37 - Google Cancels The Cookie Deprivation 12:55 - The Power of Aunthicity 19:02 - The Marketing Moment - The Dollar Shave Club 26:25 - Ad of The Week 30:04 - Coming Up Next Week, Dan Ariely Links: Story #1 Title: Google adds new PMax reporting, generative AI tools Source: Search Engine Land Link: https://searchengineland.com/build-modern-digital-marketing-plan-444367 Story #2 Title: The Best Strategy Icebreaker Source: Roger Martin Medium Link: https://rogermartin.medium.com/the-best-strategy-icebreaker-0c9b6ae58461 Story #3 Title: Google Won’t Kill Off Cookies, Consumers Will – And That’s How It Should Be Source: Adexchanger Link: https://www.adexchanger.com/data-driven-thinking/google-wont-kill-off-cookies-consumers-will-and-thats-how-it-should-be/ Story #4 Title: Nike: AN epic saga of value destruction Source: Masimo Guanaco on LinkedIn Link: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/nike-epic-saga-value-destruction-massimo-giunco-llplf Marketing Moment: Dollar Shave Club's Viral Launch: A Marketing Masterclass Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZUG9qYTJMsI The Birth of Dollar Shave Club Founded in 2011 by Michael Dubin and Mark Levine, Dollar Shave Club aimed to solve a common consumer pain point: overpriced and inconvenient razor purchases. The company's subscription-based model promised high-quality razors delivered directly to customers' doors at a fraction of the cost, challenging the traditional retail model. The Viral Video: "Our Blades Are F***ing Great" Key Elements of the Video: Authenticity: Michael Dubin's natural and relatable delivery made the brand feel genuine and trustworthy. Humor: The script was packed with memorable jokes and absurd scenarios that entertained while conveying the product's value proposition. Simplicity: The video clearly explained the problem (expensive, inconvenient razors) and DSC's solution in an easily digestible format. Shareability: The entertaining nature and concise length made it highly shareable across social media platforms. Immediate Impact: Within 48 hours of its release, the video amassed over 12,000 orders, crashing the company's servers due to the unexpected traffic surge. Results and Growth The viral success of the video translated into exponential growth for DSC. Customer Acquisition: The company gained a massive influx of subscribers, building a strong customer base rapidly. Investor Confidence: The buzz attracted substantial investments, fueling further expansion and product development. Industry Disruption: DSC's success challenged established brands, leading to shifts in marketing strategies and pricing models within the industry. Acquisition: In 2016, Unilever acquired Dollar Shave Club for a reported $1 billion, highlighting the monumental success achieved through innovative marketing. Ad of the Week McDonalds - first full AI-generated video that I’m aware of via john james https://www.linkedin.com/posts/officialjohnjames_ai-advertising-ugcPost-7231841679882731520-_Hcq/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_android Mcdonalds Japan has released a polished ad using AI that cost the creator $50 in tools. The implications for worldwide advertising supply chain are huge

    31 min
  3. SBP 085: A Field Guide To Smart Advertising. With Dan White.

    AUG 22

    SBP 085: A Field Guide To Smart Advertising. With Dan White.

    Welcome back to another episode of the Sleeping Barber Podcast! Today, we’re diving deep into advertising with our returning guest, Dan White. Dan, a marketing and insights innovator, former CMO, and co-developer of Kantar's BrandZ, joins us to discuss his latest book, "The Smart Advertising Book." This episode is packed with insights on evidence-based marketing, the importance of broad vs. narrow targeting, optimal marketing budgets, and the effectiveness of bursting vs. spreading your ad spend. Whether you're a seasoned marketer or just starting, this episode offers invaluable takeaways to enhance your advertising strategies. Our Guest: Dan White https://www.linkedin.com/in/danwhite1000/ Marketing & Insights Innovator Former CMO, co-developed Kantar’s BrandZ - the world's biggest brand equity measurement system 4-time author of some of the best marketing books in the world Including the topic of today’s call the Smart Advertising Book Our Hosts: Follow our updates here: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sleeping-barber/⁠⁠ Get in touch with our hosts: Marc Binkley: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcbinkley/ Vassilis Douros: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/vassilisdouros/⁠ Timestamps: 0:50 - Intro to Dan 2:43 - How does the Smart Advertising fit with his other books 5:36 - Why write this book 7:35 - SMART = Evidence-Based Concepts 9:38 - The evidence for advertising ROI 13:20 - The evidence for demand generation 14:52 - The evidence for making customer switch 17:32 - The biggest driver of purchase behaviour 18:50 - How does advertising really work 22:14 - Why brands work over the long term 25:09 - We’re overcomplicating how branding works 31:09 - Why brand building is the right phrase 32:13 - Why packaging and ad creative need to match 34:37 - Core Concept: Reach v. Frequency 40:15 - Core Concept: Broad v. Narrow Targeting 48:47 - Core Concept: The optimal marketing budget 53:40 - Core Concept: Burst vs.Spreading Spend 58:44 - Find out more about Dan 1:00:44 - Post Pod with V and Marc Episode Quote: "If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough." - Dan White Show Links: The Smart Advertising Book https://www.amazon.ca/Smart-Advertising-Book-deliver-advertising/dp/1915951186 Dan’s Website https://www.smartmarketing.me/ Digital Ad Spend https://www.statista.com/statistics/237974/online-advertising-spending-worldwide

    1h 18m
  4. SBP 084: The Barber's Brief - August 15, 2024

    AUG 15

    SBP 084: The Barber's Brief - August 15, 2024

    Welcome back to another episode of The Barber’s Brief! Where Marc and Vassilis discuss marketing and business news that has caught their eye, they highlight our marketing moment, get into audience QA, and finish off by highlighting an ad of the week. Enjoy the show! Our Hosts: Follow our updates here: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sleeping-barber/⁠⁠ Get in touch with our hosts: Marc Binkley: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcbinkley/ Vassilis Douros: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/vassilisdouros/⁠ Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 1:01 - Consumer Still Feeling teh Inflation Squeeze 3:26 - Tik Tok Tightens Teen AD Targeting 5:52 - Apple’s Vision Pro 1.4bn Failure 8:49 - The Growing Pains of Retail Media 12:05 - Marketing Moment: XBOX Football Manager 16:46 - Ad of the Week: McDonald’s Retro Birthday Party Links: Title: Consumers still feeling the squeeze despite falling inflation Source: Link: https://www.marketingweek.com/consumers-squeeze-inflation-data/ Summary Title: TikTok tightens teen ad targeting and boosts AI transparency Source: Search Engine Land Link: https://searchengineland.com/tiktok-teen-ad-targeting-ai-transparency-443986 Title: Apple’s Vision Pro $1.4bn failure shows importance of market orientation Source: The Drum Link: https://www.thedrum.com/opinion/2024/07/15/apple-s-vision-pro-600m-failure-shows-importance-market-orientation Title: The growing pains of retail media: Dodging ROAS gremlins Source: Marketing Week Link: https://www.marketingweek.com/retail-media-roas-gremlin/ Marketing Moment: Highlighting Case studies (3-4 minutes): XBox Football Manager (FM24) Video Game Everyday Tactician - McCann London https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=elq83mERXv0 Background If you’ve seen Wrexham docuseries they have been promoted to EFL One There’s a huge advantage for teams that get promoted - more $, better players, better coaches etc Bromley had been in the lower leagues for 132 years Bromely paired with Xbox to recruit talent using their FM24 game Like moneyball but with gamers Filmed a documentary, promoted on social & the game Results Hired the “Everyday Tactictian” a guy named Nathan Owolabi who was a tour guide at Wembly Became part of the team’s backroom staff and worked for the club’s manager Campaign won a bunch of awards including Cannes Lions Grand Prix Picked up a lot of press 1.5B impressions 190% increase in FM players Most played version ever Bromely FC promoted to EFL two for the first time in the past 132 years Ad of the Week McDonald’s serves up retro birthday party ad to celebrate 50 years in UK Link: https://youtu.be/MgBs3DgLZBk McDonald’s is kicking off a major new campaign celebrating 50 years since opening in the UK with a faithfully recreated reminder of the joy of its childhood birthday parties. McDonald's new campaign commemorating 50 years since its first UK location opened in Woolwich, London. The campaign features a nostalgic ad filmed in the original restaurant, meticulously recreated to evoke the ambiance of 1980s childhood birthday parties. Produced by Leo Burnett, the 60-second spot aims to celebrate McDonald's heritage and appeal to sentiments of joy and nostalgia associated with its early years in the UK.

    20 min
  5. SBP 083: Ethics & The Currency of Trust. With Amina Mattern.

    AUG 8

    SBP 083: Ethics & The Currency of Trust. With Amina Mattern.

    In our latest episode, we delve into the critical topic of ethics in marketing and advertising with Amina Mattern, Industry Strategy Lead at LinkedIn Marketing Solutions. Amina shares her extensive experience and insights on the evolving landscape of digital advertising, data privacy, and consumer trust. Discover how data has become the new currency and why transparency, honesty, and societal well-being are essential for building and maintaining trust. Learn about the impact of regulations like GDPR and CCPA, and explore the potential of synthetic data in market research. This episode is packed with valuable information for marketers looking to navigate the complex world of digital ethics. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation. Listen now and take your first step towards becoming a more responsible and effective marketer. Our Guest Amina Mattern https://www.linkedin.com/in/amina-mattern/ Industry Strategy Lead @ LinkedIn Marketing Solutions | Financial Services & Fintech Experience working agency side, MediaCom, Omnicom, and also held the position of Head of Marketing Strategy for Loblaws. Our Hosts Follow our updates here: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sleeping-barber/⁠⁠ Get in touch with our hosts: Marc Binkley: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcbinkley/ Vassilis Douros: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/vassilisdouros/⁠ References:Canadian Marketing Association’s Code of Ethics https://thecma.ca/resources/code-of-ethics-standards Quote of the Episode: "The way that you handle data and privacy is very much a part of your brand." - Amina Mattern Timestamps 0:51 - Introduction to Amina Mattern 2:15 - Amina’s career path 4:00: - How roles in brand, agency and platform shaped Amina’s perspective on marketing ethics  5:53 - More data, more regulations 8:30 - Directional trends on regulation and policys 10:40 - Ethics and data privacy impacts brand reputation 12:40 - How local consumer expectations affect ethic & policys 15:28 - Data is currency 17:50 - If you collect data, you need an ethical data strategy 20:09 - Cookie deprecation & ethics 28:43 - A consumer’s responsibility with data collection 32:02 - Ethics in synthetic data 35:30 - Future of ethics in advertising 38:18 - Technology isn’t a substitute for ethics 42:22 - Post-pod with V and Marc

    58 min
  6. SBP 082: The Barber's Brief - August 1, 2024

    AUG 1

    SBP 082: The Barber's Brief - August 1, 2024

    Welcome back to another episode of The Barber’s Brief. A segment where we cover news that caught our eye, a marketing moment where we highlight a case study, and our ad of the week. We hope you enjoy the show! Our Hosts: Follow our updates here: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sleeping-barber/⁠⁠ Get in touch with our hosts: Marc Binkley: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcbinkley/ Vassilis Douros: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/vassilisdouros/⁠ Time stamps: 0:00 - Introduction 2:56 - Measuring the relationships between brands and AI Models 06:11 - The rise of brand refreshes over splashy ads 09:30 - Diageo's commitment to marketing investment 11:48 - Partnerships between media agencies and research firms 19:06 - Ad of the Week - CeraVe New Campaign 25:57 - Coming up next week In The News Links: The Sandbox’s terms of service may be “onerous, discriminatory and one sided,” according to an open web advocacy group. Source: The Drum Link: https://www.thedrum.com/news/2024/07/15/google-s-privacy-sandbox-terms-may-ironically-violate-privacy-law-new-research-says Amazon Prime Day Source: VOX Link: https://www.vox.com/money/360028/amazon-prime-day-2024-target-walmart-temu Amazon’s AI shopping assistant Rufus is live for all U.S. customers Source: Search Engine Land Link: https://searchengineland.com/amazon-rufus-live-444097 Loyalty scheme will enable ‘even smarter’ pricing Source: MarketingWeek Link: https://www.marketingweek.com/mcdonalds-loyalty-scheme-smarter-pricing/ Marketing Moment: Converse Create Now, Create Next Video: https://youtu.be/FIS_JkNnCeI?si=vglmjRBUtyoXXs2O Summary of the Initiative Converse implemented a dynamic Instagram marketing strategy to boost engagement and brand visibility by leveraging user-generated content, influencer partnerships, and engaging visuals For their create now, create next campaign. What Was the Problem They Were Trying to Solve? Converse aimed to engage a younger audience on social media and stand out in a competitive market by creating a strong, relatable brand presence on Instagram. Who Was Involved in Creating This? Converse’s in-house marketing team drove the initiative. While specific agencies or external vendors were not mentioned, influencer partnerships played a significant role in the campaign. What Solution Was Engineered? User-Generated Content: Encouraged followers to share photos using hashtags like #ConverseStyle. Influencer Partnerships: Collaborated with influencers and celebrities to reach a wider audience. Engaging Visuals: Maintained a vibrant, dynamic feed with a mix of professional photos, user-generated content, and artistic graphics. Interactive Campaigns: Ran contests and interactive campaigns to boost engagement. Consistent Brand Voice: Maintained a casual, fun, and relatable tone across all posts. Results Converse achieved a higher engagement rate on Instagram than many competitors, significantly increasing its brand visibility and follower growth. Key Takeaways Leverage User-Generated Content: Encouraging followers to share their own content can create a sense of community and provide authentic marketing material. Influencer Partnerships: Collaborating with influencers can help reach a broader audience and add credibility to your campaigns. Consistent Brand Voice: Maintaining a consistent and relatable tone helps build a strong brand identity.

    23 min
  7. SBP 081: Not All Data is Evidence. With Prof. Koen Pauwels.

    JUL 25

    SBP 081: Not All Data is Evidence. With Prof. Koen Pauwels.

    This week, we dive deep into marketing effectiveness with the distinguished Professor Koen Pauwels. Get ready for a treasure trove of insights, including a checklist on increasing sales, the two most common mistakes marketers make, and whether a discount or doubling your budget will drive sales. Professor Pauwels, Vice Dean of Research at Northeastern University, shares his expertise on data-driven decision-making, the difference between efficiency and effectiveness, and the role of intuition in marketing. This episode is packed with actionable advice and thought-provoking discussions you won't want to miss! Don't forget to leave a review on Apple or Spotify if you enjoy the show. Your feedback means a lot to us! Our Guest: Professor Koen Pauwels Distinguished Professor of Marketing and Vice Dean of Research at Northeastern University Consultant for companies like Amazon, Microsoft, Unilever, and Sony Author of multiple books and award-winning papers Website: www.marketingandmetrics.com Our Hosts: Follow our updates here: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sleeping-barber/⁠⁠ Get in touch with our hosts: Marc Binkley: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcbinkley/ Vassilis Douros: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/vassilisdouros/ Topics Discussed: • Data-driven vs. evidence-based decision making • Marketing effectiveness and efficiency • The importance of goal alignment in marketing • How to avoid common marketing mistakes • The role of intuition and creativity in marketing • Segmentation, targeting, and positioning • Old world vs. new world marketing • Effective use of discounts and advertising budgets Quote of the Episode: "In marketing, it’s better to be vaguely right than precisely wrong." - Professor Koen Pauwels Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction to the theme and Prof. Pauwels 2:55 - How Prof. Pauwels got into marketing effectiveness 3:52 - The model + the manager is better than either individually 5:20 - The difference between marketers in the US vs Europe 7:22 - Marketing Effectiveness vs. Effeciency 9:20 - ROI is limiting if you’re a mid to large size company 11:54 - ROI is NOT an effectiveness metric 14:50 - Improving marketing ROI is a team sport 16:05 - Looking for evidence where the light shines 17:37 - When Facebook Likes isn’t an objective 22:22 - Reach is a proxy metric 25:19 - The two big mistakes marketers consistently make  30:45 - Marketing theory: what still matters and what doesnt  35:43 - How does advertising actually work 38:30 - The common response to how sales volume respond to discount  41:27 - A checklist to quickly increase sales 45:40 - Reference pricing 48:30 - How do we get from here to there?  54:29 - Find out more about Prof. Pauwels 56:30 - Post-pod with V and Marc Long-Term effects of Advertising https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/long-term-effects-advertising-prof-dr-koen-pauwels-gasve/?trackingId=ydTzAVjqTFujBWIsvMnupQ%3D%3D Reference for all Published Papers https://marketingandmetrics.com/sitemap/  It’s not the size of the data, it’s how you use it https://www.amazon.ca/Its-Not-Size-Data-How-ebook/dp/B00HSUWKY4?ref_=ast_author_dp

    1h 14m
  8. SBP 080: The Barber's Brief - July 18, 2024

    JUL 18

    SBP 080: The Barber's Brief - July 18, 2024

    Welcome back to another episode of The Barber’s Brief. A segment where we cover news that caught our eye, a marketing moment where we highlight a case study, and our ad of the week. We hope you enjoy the show! Our Hosts: Follow our updates here: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sleeping-barber/⁠⁠ Get in touch with our hosts: Marc Binkley: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcbinkley/ Vassilis Douros: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/vassilisdouros/⁠ Time stamps: 0:00 - Introduction 2:56 - Measuring the relationships between brands and AI Models 06:11 - The rise of brand refreshes over splashy ads 09:30 - Diageo's commitment to marketing investment 11:48 - Partnerships between media agencies and research firms 19:06 - Ad of the Week - CeraVe New Campaign 25:57 - Coming up next week In The News Links: Measuring the relationship between brands in AI models and market share Source: WARC Link: https://www.warc.com/content/feed/tom-roach-measuring-the-relationship-between-brands-in-ai-models-and-market-share/en-GB/9684 Why marketers keep refreshing brands instead of betting on splashy ads Source: Marketing Dive - Opinion Piece Link: https://www.marketingdive.com/news/companies-rebranding-in-2024/719804/ Diageo commits to ‘strong’ marketing investment as efficiency improves Source: Marketing Week Link: https://www.marketingweek.com/diageo-strong-marketing-investment-efficiency/ Omnicom Media Group strikes a deal with a top marketing research body Source: More About Advertising Link: https://www.moreaboutadvertising.com/2024/07/omnicom-media-group-strikes-deal-with-top-marketing-research-body/ Marketing Moment:  A marketing Case study Alka Seltzer Plop Plop Fizz Fizz Background In the 60’s Alka-Seltzer was suffering from poor reputation with younger buyers They associated the product with over-indugence Needed a new strategy to revitalize sales  Hired Tinker & Partners Previous campaigns focused on speed of relief - no matter what shape your stomach is in Insight Mary Wells AE caught wind that two tablets were better than one and came up with the now infamous Plop Plop Fizz Fizz campaign Added the jingle, suggested how to use the product with Plop Plop (2 tablets) Result  Sales nearly doubled overnight About Mary Later became the first woman to own and run a major nationa ad agency (came up with the I love NY slogan) Wells Rich Green and first female CEO of a NYSE listed company  Ad of the week: CeraVe takes on soap operas in new genre-spoofing campaign Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNNwE-GZC_A CeraVe launches a dramatic new campaign today (July 15) for its Hydrating Facial Cleanser, featuring video content, influencer marketing, and a mobile tour focused on skincare education, as shared with Marketing Dive. The campaign includes a two-minute “Cleanse Like a Derm” video starring actress Xochitl Gomez. The storyline, full of soap opera clichés like overacting, frosted lenses, and doppelgangers, revolves around a family whose CeraVe has been replaced by bar soap. Media placements will span digital, social, and streaming platforms. Fresh from a big win at Cannes, the L’Oreal brand continues to push creative boundaries. This latest initiative partners with 30 influencers to create soap opera-inspired content and kicks off a mobile tour with stops in New York, Chicago, Nashville, and Atlanta, featuring games, photo ops, and expert skincare advice.

    24 min
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Welcome to the Sleeping Barber podcast with your hosts, Marc Binkley and Vassilis Douros. The sleeping barber is a classic computer programming problem that illustrates the challenges of effectively managing multiple systems processes. In business, we're faced with similar challenges. How do we align operations, IT and HR to execute a strategy and drive growth? How can accounting and legal help build and defend brands? How do marketing, sales and customer service teams effectively and efficiently acquire and serve customers? These challenging problems are exactly what this podcast is about.

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