

Interview: Les Binet, co-author of The Long and the Short of It, on the secrets behind effective advertising
Nov 5, 2024
Les Binet, co-author of 'The Long and the Short of It,' shares his extensive expertise in marketing effectiveness. He reveals the power of emotional advertising, emphasizing its superiority over rational strategies and the importance of balancing short and long-term goals. Binet challenges the myth of creative wearout and discusses how emotional connections can significantly influence consumer decisions. He also uncovers the 'dark matter' of effectiveness, highlighting how pricing impacts profitability in ways many marketers overlook.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Balancing Advertising Strategies
02:02 • 19min
The Emotional Core of Advertising
21:24 • 18min
Emotional Impact on Consumer Choices
39:27 • 13min
Understanding Creative Wearout in Advertising
52:07 • 2min
The Hidden Profits of Advertising: Understanding Price Effects
54:11 • 3min
The Science Behind Advertising Mindsets
57:17 • 2min