In this episode, Sharan and Sudeep dive into the intricate world of marketing strategies gone awry. They unravel the common pitfalls that brand managers face when they become too brand-centric, forgetting that the true north should always be the consumer’s perspective. The conversation takes a critical look at the outdated practices of creating microsites and Facebook groups for Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC), which often lead consumers down a never-ending loop, assuming their world revolves around a single brand. Our hosts argue that these ‘loopers’ can quickly turn into ‘bloopers’ if not navigated with care. For added measure, Sharan uses a blooper from his time on Oreo India to explain Sudeep’s watch-out points. As they dissect the consumer journey, Sudeep lays out the essential principles for brand managers: be present where the consumer is, establish a clear and compelling core premise, fulfil promises early to avoid loopy journeys, and ensure branding feels effortless. They emphasise that peripheral elements should remain optional, never hindering the joy of the consumer experience. Join us as we explore how to avoid these marketing missteps and create brand strategies that resonate authentically with consumers. Tune in to learn from the candid debates and insightful disagreements that make CoBB a must-listen for anyone passionate about building remarkable brands. As always, do mail us your feedback, comments and any questions you may have for our hosts at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]). We love hearing from you. SHOW WEBSITE CONNECT WITH OUR HOSTS Sudeep Chawla Sharavana Raghavan FOLLOW US CoBB - ⁠LinkedIn ⁠Instagram⁠ CREDITS - Album Art & Design by ting.in - Voiceovers by Anjale Stephanos - Music from Zapsplat.com *************************************** Please tell us what topics you'd like to have discussed on the CoBB, by filling in this CONTENT SUGGESTION FORM⁠⁠ It only takes a few minutes, and it will help us provide you with the content most relevant to you.