Your Worst Enemy in Marketing (Hint: It’s Not “the Noise”)
When we think about marketing challenges, the term “noise” often comes to mind. There’s no shortage of competition out there—every business is vying for attention, cranking out content, and trying to stand out. But the biggest enemy in your marketing isn’t external; it’s internal. It’s unclear messaging. Here’s the thing: clarity is everything. As renowned storytelling expert Robert McKee says, “Stories are how we remember; we tend to forget lists and bullet points.” And yet, so often, brands fall back on lists...