Joe Phua
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Temerlin Endowed Distinguished Chair & Professor, Temerlin Advertising Institute, SMU
Dallas, TX
Joined June 2008
Inside TikTok’s fan-edit frenzy—and how brands like Doritos and Lionsgate are using it to reach Gen Z
adage.com
TikTok fan edits have become a key way for brands to reach Gen Z, who overwhelmingly identify as fans.
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Get the full who's who of the new @Omnicom leadership team in our breakdown.
adweek.com
A who’s who of the agency’s most senior rung.
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Icon Brands are never static. They possess a compelling point-of-view and an unyielding restlessness that drives them to innovate, evolving both their thinking and practice to meet the radical changes of today's landscape. Antonis Kocheilas (@AKocheilas) charts the four vital
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Artificial intelligence isn’t eliminating most jobs — it’s redefining them. A new study tracked AI adoption from 2010 to 2023 and found that automation tends to reshape tasks, not entire occupations. Learn more: https://t.co/Xg5TPWOo6J
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Machine learning and generative AI: Which tool should you use — and when? Learn more: https://t.co/D6qs0oeKij
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VOICE | " In a world where you can’t control the camera—and definitely not social media—you have to be ready to steer the conversation."
adweek.com
Brands like McDonald's and Calico Critters can offer lessons on how not to make your own bad PR.
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Cannes Lions came to a close today, and Dove scored its third Grand Prix for “Real Beauty,” winning the Glass: The Lion for Change.
adweek.com
New Zealand Herpes Foundation and Natura also won in the Good category.
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The Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder took their NBA Finals matchup to Game 7, but just making it this far took each team’s merch, sports marketing, and media to another level.
adweek.com
Growing cities, changing communities, and even women's softball and Caitlin Clark helped each team connect with fans and brands.
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🥤 Coca-Cola is reviving its “Share a Coke” campaign, and this time, it’s even more personal, with a new iteration that makes use of digital tools to further personalize the experience for Gen Z!
adage.com
The “Share a Coke” personalized package campaign returns, offering Gen Z new ways to customize and share.
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Sports teams are turning to Hello Kitty tie-ins and other pop culture plays to draw new fans and bolster branding.
adage.com
Sports teams are turning to Hello Kitty tie-ins and other pop culture plays to draw new fans and bolster branding.
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VOICE | "From his highly publicized rap spat with Drake to a surprise album drop, viral moments, and a Grammy sweep, Lamar’s last 12 months have been a master class in marketing and brand dominance," Christena Garduno has the story.
adweek.com
If his massive success is any indication, the future belongs to those who make noise and keep us guessing.
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“No one can teach you how to lead; you need to be willing and able to learn how to lead. Mostly we learn from our experiences and facing adversity. Stepping outside of the spaces where we feel safe — is a powerful teacher.”
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Becoming a great leader is a journey of continuous learning and growth. It’s a process — one that thrives on embracing challenges, seeking feedback, fostering connections, and cultivating understan...
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In times of high anxiety and low morale, kindness is essential, not optional. Research shows that kindness at work can help retain top talent, boost employee engagement, and enhance productivity, making it a crucial attribute for emerging leaders.
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Whether you’re just entering the workforce, starting a new job, or transitioning into people management, kindness can be a valuable attribute that speaks volumes about your character, commitment, and...
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"For organizations to succeed, they must invest in developing a workforce capable of integrating AI into daily operations."
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AI-generated Rihanna and Emilia Clarke star in an unauthorized Dior spot, sparking conversations about digital likeness rights.
adage.com
A fake Dior spot features AI-generated versions of Rihanna and Emilia Clarke.
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The cost for a 30-second spot in broadcast TV continues to decline as advertisers shift spend to streaming.
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Jim Riswold, the acclaimed Wieden+Kennedy copywriter, sat down with Red & Co.’s Mira Kaddoura for an interview just weeks before his death.
adage.com
Jim Riswold, the acclaimed Wieden+Kennedy copywriter, sat down with Red & Co.’s Mira Kaddoura for an interview just weeks before his death.
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Generative artificial intelligence will affect economic growth more quickly than other general-purpose technologies, according to a new report.
mitsloan.mit.edu
Generative artificial intelligence will affect economic growth more quickly than other general-purpose technologies, according to a new report.
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Even if you don’t need to know finance to do your day-to-day job, the more conversant you are on the subject, the better off you’ll be.
hbr.org
If you’re not a numbers person, finance is a daunting subject. But understanding concepts like EBITDA and net present value are important no matter where you sit on the org chart. Here are some...
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Unfortunately, many workplaces promote manipulators. Here’s how you can deal when you have to work together.
hbr.org
What does it take to work with an office manipulator? In this piece, the author offers three strategies for dealing with a manipulator at work: First, be skeptical about receiving too much special...
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