'Civil War' should be a controversial movie. But no one should be upset about its marketing.

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A scene from the 2024 movie Civil War
An (actual) scene from A24's "Civil War" — not featured in the posters that are sparking controversy.

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McDonald's new marketing: Billboards that smell like its French fries

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A chicken sandwich, french fries, a Big Mac box, and a soda on a tray.
McDonald's meal.

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The solar eclipse is causing a flurry of excitement, and businesses want to cash in. Here are some of the best promotions and tie-ins.

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dollar bill with glasses

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I was poached, then laid off 60 days later. I was embarrassed to talk about it, but doing so helped me get my next job.

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Amanda Nielsen camping
Amanda Nielsen was let go from her her job two months after she was poached from another company.

Amanda Nielsen

Seeking nominations for the most innovative CMOs in 2024 — submit by April 30

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Raja Rajamannar, cheif marketing officer, Mastercard
Raja Rajamannar, chief marketing officer, Mastercard.

Mastercard

I worked for Beyoncé for a year. She wasn't a diva and wasn't passive — it was a master class in digital strategy

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Photo collage featuring Marcus Collins, Beyoncé, a laptop, and three little bees representing the Beehive
Marcus Collins oversaw Beyoncé's digital ads and social media for a year.

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While TikTok's future is unknown, micro-business owners continue to rely on it — including one founder who shared 3 tips for marketing and going viral

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Photo of a woman in a hot pink dress beside a table featuring satin bonnets.
Lauren Nelda Pascal, the owner and founder of Lolo's Bonnets.

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Why Americans are suddenly obsessed with Stanley drinking cups and Trader Joe's tote bags

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A Stanley cup and a Trader Joe's mini tote surrounded by sparkles
The mania over Trader Joe's mini tote bags and Stanley cups is indicative of just how fast today's consumer fads can come and go.

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CMOs are facing an existential crisis — but there is still time to secure the future of marketing

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I moved to Germany to study but was almost deported. Now I'm financially secure and see a real future here.

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Adriana Stein on vacation near Bastei Bridge, Germany.
Adriana Stein said moving to Germany helped her find a cherished career in international marketing.

Courtesy of Adriana Stein

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