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The #IceBucketChallenge: Is it just “clicktivism”?

Over the last two weeks, you may have noticed an increase of videos of people dumping cold water on themselves posted on social media. These videos are part of the #IceBucketChallenge. The challenge is very simple: pour ice water on yourself and film it within 24...

What Makes a Video Go Viral?

Hello Denizen. You may not have heard of the agency but it’s practically guaranteed you have seen their work. Do you remember the video that went viral back in April of a tiny hamster eating a tiny burrito? Hello Denizen.  Denizen is an award-winning social...

GranataPet Encourages Healthy Pets With Fetching Stations

This awesome marketing ploy from Germany has all of our favorites: creative digital strategy, innovative outdoor advertising and, man’s best friend. Healthy dog food makers, GranataPet, have set up "fetching stations" in parks across Germany to...

Smile Train Increases Fundraising with Opt-Out Option

To those who think direct mail doesn’t work: this is certainly an unconventional yet effective method. Smile Train, who we’re sure you’ve received mail from a time or two before, is a nonprofit that provides surgeries at no cost to children born with...

Want a late check-out? No problem!

Admit it – you’ve asked for a late check-out a time or two. There’s just something about sleeping in and extending your vacation a little longer that makes late check-outs so wonderful. Besides, why do they need you to be out of the room so early...