Why the ‘not our decision’ defence rarely works in a crisis

Why the ‘not our decision’ defence rarely works in a crisis

In any crisis situation, it is understandable that organisations – when they can – are tempted to reach for a version of this sentence. It was our supplier, not us. That decision was out of our control. Ultimately, we did not make the call. What makes this line of...
Authenticity, Pride Month & Gay Spar

Authenticity, Pride Month & Gay Spar

For those in the know, right on the corner of Dublin’s South Great George’s Street and Dame Street is situated a Spar supermarket. This is no ordinary Spar, however… this is Ireland’s very own Gay Spar! Swathed in rainbow decorations, the shop – located just steps...
Why your brand needs a crisis management plan now more than ever

Why your brand needs a crisis management plan now more than ever

In 2022, the Collins English Dictionary declared its ‘word of the year’ to be permacrisis, defined as “an extended period of insecurity and instability”. Four years on, not only have we not emerged from the permacrisis, but it feels like things have got even worse....
April Fool’s campaigns: the formula behind what works

April Fool’s campaigns: the formula behind what works

On April Fool’s Day each year, brands can gleefully ditch their traditional marketing strategies and embrace humour, creativity and the unexpected. What began as a harmless annual prank has evolved into a global marketing opportunity. From fast food chains to film...