A podcast about the world of modern advertising and the talent defining it.
The advertising industry is big and complex, and so are its challenges. The pandemic has seen a fundamental shift in the way people work and collaborate - some have thrived and others have left the industry altogether.
Whilst the ”great resignation” may be overstated, the ”great reshuffle” certainly resonates with many. Even pre- pandemic, there was a huge focus on mental health. People were feeling burnt out: 80-hour weeks aren’t uncommon and incessant client pitching takes its toll. How does the conglomerate’s intense buy-up affect agencies and the creative talent within? Have we lost the creative plot or has there never been a better time to be a marketer? Do emerging technologies kill or merely augment the creative process? We’ve reached a watershed moment in our business and the world in general. If we are to reimagine the future, what does it look like?
The goal of our podcast is to create an industry-wide debate about the future of the advertising business, which has reached an inflection point. It will be a provocative but earnest investigation, uncovering how we got to this point and what needs to change in order for a sustainable and prosperous future. By speaking to some of the leading lights of the industry we'll aim to find an answer to the critical question: Are we on a road to ruin, or are the glory days still ahead of us?
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A podcast about the world of modern advertising and the talent defining it.
The advertising industry is big and complex, and so are its challenges. The pandemic has seen a fundamental shift in the way people work and collaborate - some have thrived and others have left the industry altogether.
Whilst the ”great resignation” may be overstated, the ”great reshuffle” certainly resonates with many. Even pre- pandemic, there was a huge focus on mental health. People were feeling burnt out: 80-hour weeks aren’t uncommon and incessant client pitching takes its toll. How does the conglomerate’s intense buy-up affect agencies and the creative talent within? Have we lost the creative plot or has there never been a better time to be a marketer? Do emerging technologies kill or merely augment the creative process? We’ve reached a watershed moment in our business and the world in general. If we are to reimagine the future, what does it look like?
The goal of our podcast is to create an industry-wide debate about the future of the advertising business, which has reached an inflection point. It will be a provocative but earnest investigation, uncovering how we got to this point and what needs to change in order for a sustainable and prosperous future. By speaking to some of the leading lights of the industry we'll aim to find an answer to the critical question: Are we on a road to ruin, or are the glory days still ahead of us?
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Michael Sugar, founder of Sugar 23, discusses the intersection of brands and entertainment. He highlights the power of entertainment to move culture and the potential for brands to participate in this space. However, he also acknowledges the challenges brands face in embracing entertainment, such as the need for education and the friction within organizations. Sugar emphasizes the importance of giving CMOs more space and time to innovate and create meaningful connections with audiences. He believes that brands can play a significant role in funding and shaping entertainment, leading to financial returns and brand loyalty.
Takeaways
Entertainment has the power to move culture and create meaningful connections with audiences.
Brands face challenges in embracing entertainment, including the need for education and overcoming internal friction.
CMOs should be given more space and time to innovate and create meaningful connections with audiences.
Brands have the opportunity to fund and shape entertainment, leading to financial returns and brand loyalty.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Michael Sugar and Sugar 23
04:10 What Michael Sugar Loves About Brands and Entertainment
09:08 The Challenges Brands Face in Embracing Entertainment
19:28 The Need for Education and Change in the Industry
27:05 The Opportunity for Brands to Fund Entertainment
35:14 The Change Michael Sugar Would Create in the Industry
40:44 Quick Fire Questions
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