Why Extra Gum Should Be the Model for Covert Product Marketing
Last week, we wrote a post about Hotels.com and how they should be the model for marketing when you’re going with an obvious product pitch. This week we’re going to talk about the model for discrete and arguably more effective product marketing.
If you interact with media in any way, then you’ve probably seen the new commercial for Extra Gum. The film has been played repeatedly by many -- including us here at Trove -- because it tugged on our heartstrings and we just don’t want to let it go.
Why Hotels.com should be the model for overt product marketing
If you haven’t been living under a rock for the past year and a half, then you’ve probably seen at least one Hotels.com commercial. They’ve trademarked Captain Obvious on every single mobile platform. There’s a commercial spot for the App, for a Memorial Day Sale, and for a Hotels.com gift card. What makes these ads so great, award winning even, is the fact that they’re obvious about the product they’re selling without being pushy, condescending or boring.