by Wild Plum | Feb 4, 2026 | Brand, Communications
How to turn brand blockers into brand backers New and updated brands are typically met with criticism, not kudos. As marketers, a brand launch can be terrifying. We wrestle over every detail, research, test, and stand in front of our work proud and vulnerable. We...
by Wild Plum | Oct 23, 2025 | Communications, Content
Have you ever walked into a meeting and before you’re able to get a word out, you’re asked, “Why are we here?” Have you ever left a call and thought, “I don’t think we’re on the same page”? Were you ever in a situation with a boss or client where you proudly...
by Friend of Wild Plum | Feb 4, 2025 | Campaigns, Communications, Content, Marketing Strategy
By the end of the day, 7.5 million new blog posts will have been published. By the end of tomorrow, another 7.5 million, and so on (source). Here’s the kicker – 97% of those blogs will never be read (source). That may be discouraging, but there’s a reason why 2.7...
by Wild Plum | Dec 12, 2024 | Communications, Content
Great customer stories are prized content, but they can be hard to get. The customer’s legal team may not sign-off. Or the write-ups fall flat by speaking only to the business impact for the vendor, versus telling the tale from the customer’s point of...
by Wild Plum | Jun 10, 2024 | Brand, Business Strategy, Communications, Community Building, Employee Development, Experiences
Who doesn’t love a meeting? That was rhetorical. Sadly, many people dread them. “Yay! I have six meetings today!” said no one ever. But here are some thoughts about how to plan and manage effective meetings. Taking good care here will help you achieve your intended...
by Friend of Wild Plum | Dec 14, 2023 | Brand, Business Strategy, Campaigns, Communications, Marketing Strategy, Social Media
In the ever-evolving realm of marketing, a profound shift has become apparent – It is now widely acknowledged that marketing extends beyond mere product promotion; it has evolved into a delicate balance between brand representation and ethical considerations....
