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CMO Confidential

Jim Stengel | Former P&G CMO |A Top Marketer Riffs on What It Takes to be a Successful CMO

Nov 26, 2024
Jim Stengel, former CMO of P&G and CEO of the Jim Stengel Company, shares his wealth of experience in marketing leadership. He explains the shift from traditional awareness to capturing consumer entertainment and attention. Stengel emphasizes that CMOs need to focus 90% on leadership and just 10% on marketing tactics. He advocates for aligning brand purpose with improving consumer lives and the need for ongoing innovation and creativity. Listeners will enjoy insights on the balance of personal well-being and professional growth in the marketing world.
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  • The evolution of marketing has shifted from mere 'awareness' to capturing 'entertainment and attention', emphasizing creativity and engagement.
  • A brand's purpose should be closely aligned with improving consumers' daily lives, impacting both loyalty and overall business performance.

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The Attention Game in Marketing

Today's marketing landscape emphasizes the crucial need for capturing consumer attention amidst numerous distractions. Major marketing events, such as the Cannes Festival, highlight that engagement is no longer merely about awareness but rather about entertaining and captivating potential customers. A prime example is the resurgence of the Barbie brand, which leveraged a blockbuster movie to reinvigorate its image and significantly boost its market performance. This shift illustrates that brands must prioritize innovative ways to connect with audiences and stand out in a crowded marketplace.

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