

Pot Noodle's brilliant, Effie-winning response to a failed product launch
Oct 13, 2024
Tom Claridge, Head of Strategy at U-Studio, Unilever's in-house digital agency, shares insights on turning a failed Pot Noodle launch into a marketing triumph. He discusses the power of humor and self-deprecation in regaining consumer trust. Inspired by brands like KFC, the campaign embraced honesty and creativity on social media, leading to remarkable sales recovery. Claridge also highlights the agility of U-Studio and the significance of authenticity in brand messaging, making a compelling case for innovative strategic responses in challenging market conditions.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Turning Failure into Opportunity: A Creative Marketing Recovery
01:53 • 4min
Exploring Unilever's In-House Digital Agency: U-Studio and Its Benefits
05:31 • 2min
Turning Failure into Success: The Instant Noodle Campaign
07:11 • 11min
Navigating Market Challenges with Authenticity
17:45 • 2min
Authenticity in Brand Messaging
19:30 • 12min
Revamping Strategy Post-Failure
31:44 • 11min