Activism is the new black for brands in 2017. What does this mean for you?
“Walk the Walk. Don’t profess a point of view that your company can not back up with policy or facts.” - Lee Caraher
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
- The increase of company activism under President Trump
- The Super Bowl ads that were politically charged and presented the points of view of different brands
- Why activism is a business decision that brands are making and the financial consequences those decisions are having, positive and negative
- Why you have to be able to back up what you’re advocating for
- Why consumers will look behind the curtain and why this matters
- Why you need to fully articulate your point of view
- Why you need to make sure your web team is ready for the outcomes of your activism
- Why you must thank your supporters
- What you have to think about for the future after entering into the activism arena
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