Category: humour

  • Newsletters and Unintended Interpretations

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    I usually manage to unsubscribe from at least one irrelevant newsletter a day. I recommend you try it; this is almost as satisfying as putting nonsense letters through the shredder. Of course, some newsletters contain useful information.  The newsletter above, from South Western Railway, failed to land in either category. But it did make me…

    South Western Railway newsletter
  • The Funniest Marketing Moments in the UK This Century

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    A Quarter-Century of Chuckles We’re a quarter of the way through the 21st century, and British marketing has given us some proper belly laughs. I’ve seen my fair share of campaigns that tickle the funny bone. But what’s been the cream of the crop? The Gorilla in the Room Remember when Cadbury’s decided to go…

    The Funniest Marketing Moments in the UK This Century
  • The Art of Idea Assassination: A Tongue-in-Cheek Guide to Crushing Creativity

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    As I sit here in my cosy Reading office, sipping on a cuppa and munching on a digestive biscuit, I can’t help but reflect on the countless brilliant ideas I’ve encountered throughout my career. And by brilliant ideas, I mean, of course, my own. Because let’s face it, the only good ideas are mine. It’s…

  • The People’s Olympics: A Delightful New Sporting Vision

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    A Whimsical Idea for the Ages Imagine a world where the Olympics isn’t just for elite athletes but for everyone. Picture a sporting event where the participants are chosen randomly, much like jury service. This is the People’s Olympics, a concept that blends the grandeur of the Olympic Games with the unpredictability of everyday life.…

    The People's Olympics - A-Delightful New Sporting Vision
  • The Story of a Marketing Career

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    This is the story, according to AI, of a 30 year marking career. It is written for a three year old to understand. Once upon a time, there was a friendly person named Mark. Mark started his career in marketing when he was just a young and curious junior marketer. In the beginning, Mark’s job…

    The Story of a Marketing Career
  • Glossary of Mad Marketing Terms

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    Here’s a glossary of amusing and peculiar marketing terms. Feel free to mix and match these terms or add your own creative twists to make your article even more amusing. Good luck with your writing!

    Glossary of Mad Marketing Terms