A family-owned bakery struggled to compete with larger chains in their city. Instead of investing in costly advertisements, they decided to leverage the power of community and word-of-mouth. They started a “Pay It Forward” campaign, where customers could pre-purchase a loaf of bread or a pastry for someone in need. The bakery shared these acts of kindness on their social […]
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According to a 2022 study by We Are Social and Kepios, there are more than 76 million people (out of a population of 111M) In the Philippines who have access to the Internet. Pinoys spend more than 10 hours a day connected to it using various channels for communications, entertainment, learning, news, and commerce, amongst other things. Given such a […]
In this article, I will answer some key questions surrounding doctors using or intending to use the MLM compensation scheme to recruit other doctors as prescribers of critical illness medicines, such as those for cardiovascular diseases, hypertension, and diabetes. These are: Let me start with an introduction about the findings from ProPublica, a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. […]
In the pursuit of business success, evaluating the soundness of a proposed business model is crucial. But how is a business model evaluated? Let me share the three core tests to ensure a comprehensive assessment of business opportunities. The Three Core Tests The Mansmith Business Model framework, involving eleven building blocks, recommends three primary core tests to evaluate a business […]
Subtraction Effect The subtraction effect is a phenomenon where people perceive the removal of a feature or option as having a more significant impact than its addition. For example, consider fast food chains that used to provide sauce for their chicken but saw a drop in customer satisfaction ratings when they started charging for extra sauce. As a result, they […]
Unexpected disruptions can transform an anticipated trip into a logistical challenge. My recent experience with Philippine Airlines (PAL) and Morerooms highlighted several lessons in service marketing that I believe are worth sharing. My wife and I had a few days free in March 2024, so we decided to embark on a bonding trip from Manila to nearby Hong Kong and […]
Bea Ballesca-Martinez is the marketing manager of Century Tuna, the dominant tuna brand in the Philippines. She received the Mansmith Young Market Masters Awards in 2023. In this interview, she discusses the importance of brand messaging and communicating what the brand represents to its target audience. Q1. What do you want consumers to think and feel about your brand when […]
I am extremely proud to share the 15th Mansmith Market Masters Conference — featuring a dream team of 15 high-powered CEOs in 5 high-impact topics. It is definitely THE Marketing Conference to attend in 2024. Consider the following: 1 day of Intellectual Stimulation before your Mid Year Planning 5 Skills needed by Master Strategists (a rare topic) 5 in-depth panel discussions 15 CEO Thought Leaders […]
Merlee Jayme serves as the Chairmom of The Misfits Camp, a post-school initiative connecting creatives with disabilities to diverse career opportunities. She has earned accolades such as the Hall of Fame Award from the 4As Creative Guild, The New York Festivals Creative Achievement Award, and CEO of the Year by the International Association of Business Communicators. Recognized as the SEA […]
Growing up Protestant, my postgraduate studies led me to a Catholic theology school. Professors openly acknowledged the flaws of some of the early Popes, paving the way for the 15th-century Protestant Reformation initiated by Martin Luther. This article isn’t about religion; its references to religion are merely contextual. Luther, a bold Catholic priest, defied conventions, facing excommunication and heretic status. […]