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Let's talk branding

The harsh truth about online advertising with Bob Hoffman

May 13, 2024
Bob Hoffman, an online advertising expert, delves into the problematic state of digital advertising, questioning its effectiveness and societal impacts. Topics include the importance of creativity in overcoming challenges, critique of personalized advertising, navigating brand strategy, risks of online advertising, complexities of data usage, and the decline in advertising effectiveness due to a lack of creativity.
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Quick takeaways

  • Online advertising struggles due to ad fraud and low reach, necessitating new strategies.
  • Brand strategy is crucial, yet faces resistance from leaders despite proven performance benefits.

Deep dives

Challenges in Online Advertising

Online advertising faces significant challenges, with issues such as ad fraud and unviewable ads impacting the effectiveness of campaigns. Estimates suggest that for every dollar spent on programmatic advertising, only about three cents reach real audiences.

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