Are Fake Reviews Illegal to use in marketing?
As of 6th April 2025, new laws are cracking down on paid-for praise, cherry-picked testimonials, and those too-good-to-be-true ratings clogging up your feed. This isn’t just a win for consumers — it’s a long-overdue shift towards fairness and transparency for businesses who’ve been playing by the rules. Here’s what’s changed, what’s banned, and what you need to do to stay on the right side of the law.
Stop Shouting Into the Abyss: Why Your Brand Strategy Needs a "So What?"
Too many brands are creating campaigns that fall flat because they forget to ask one vital question: So what? Here's how to build brand strategy rooted in insight, not guesswork — and what to do if you don’t have the time to do it yourself.
The harsh reality of marketing sustainable products and brands
We love the idea of saving the planet, just not enough to ditch next-day delivery. While sustainability dominates headlines and hashtags, most consumers still shop with their eyes (and wallets), not their values. This post unpacks the uncomfortable truth behind the 'green gap', why leading with sustainability rarely sells, and what actually works when marketing eco-friendly products to a British audience. Spoiler: it’s less about carbon footprints and more about good design, great copy, and making the sustainable choice feel like the obvious one.
Why Furniture Concept Stores Still Matter (And the Destination Showrooms Worth the Trip)
In a world of one-click purchases and endless scrolls, furniture concept stores are bringing back the joy of in-person discovery. These aren’t just shops, they’re immersive spaces designed to connect, inspire, and build brand loyalty through experience. From countryside barns to urban design hubs, here are our favourite destination-worthy stores that prove physical retail still has serious power.
Elevate Your Email Marketing with Captivating Infographics
What is an infographic? How do you effectively use them in email marketing? How can you captivate and convert with an infographic? Let's dive in!
The Doers meets…GangGang
GangGang are the must-watch agency for TikTok and social content strategy. We asked them 10 questions about their world.
Things we love: Interior Design edition
Some of Jess’ favourite things in interior design right now
How to hire a social media manager
How to hire a social media manager
Notes from our founder: 3 things I’ve learnt about having a PA
Our Founder, Jess talks about her experiences finding PA support that just clicks.
How to structure your marketing team
Where do you start with structuring your newly formed marketing team? Let’s delve in.
Does my business need a newsletter?
Curious to know if your business needs a newsletter? Want to know exactly what Substack is? Jess breaks it down for you.
Do I need a CV if I’m a freelancer?
Do freelancers need CVs? We explore whether a CV is needed in the freelance environment and what action to take.
Marketing Barbie: How the launch of the new Barbie film is a lesson in marketing
How the launch of the new Barbie film has become a marketing mastermind
72 hrs in San Sebastian
Our CEO Jess has recently returned from a foodie trip to San Sebastian. Here are her favourite San Sebastian eateries.
Should marketers be worried about AI?
The Doers 3.0
No business survives by staying static. Meet The Doers 3.0.
What can we learn from Jacinda Ardern?
New Zealand’s prime minister, Jacinda Ardern exiting from her role this week citing burn out. But what can we learn from her departure?
Fact vs Fiction: Lessons in marketing from Emily in Paris
Jess is setting the record straight on the facts and fiction of marketing portrayed in Emily In Paris.
5 things your marketing strategy needs to include in 2023
New year, new strategy. Let’s deep dive into what you need to take into account when creating your marketing strategy for 2023.
5 Great Marketing Campaigns of 2022
5 of our favourite brand marketing campaigns of 2022