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Zendaya + On = Pro Move The On partnership with Zendaya and the below ad broke yesterday. Do you love it? Here’s why I do. First some background. As a runner, I've been a fan of this Swiss running brand from the start. I love their running shoes and their “movement fuels you” brand ethos resonates with how I feel when I run. But as a marketer, I've wondered why the brand hasn't formally embraced its explosive growth beyond running? Everyone seems to be wearing On shoes –?it has naturally crossed over into an athleisure wear fashion brand. Sure, there have been what seem like experimentations in the athleisure fashion space to date, via collaborations with LOEWE and FKA Twigs. But these have felt somewhat “limited edition” in nature versus truly going after a youth fashion segment. I kinda get it. Be careful not to become a fad. Stay focused on your core “running” DNA with activations around marathons, which the brand does well. And expand into new athletic categories like tennis via Roger Federer and Ben Shelton – perfect and powerful brand statements. That’s why I love the Zendaya partnership. The brand is staking a big claim in athleisure fashion, acknowledging a pillar of the brand customers clearly see. As for the ad itself, while manifesto-style ads are often forgettable, this one nails the iconic feel of classic Apple and Nike ads. On's unique design aesthetic and creative direction draw you in, Zendaya commands a powerful presence, and the inclusive/welcoming copy beats are crisp and land. The final line is perhaps the best part. It stakes a bold claim for On as an athleisure fashion brand - something I haven't seen them do so explicitly before. The line is an invitation to anyone who identifies with a growth mindset to join the brand, even if you’re not an athlete. "Move. Learn. Dream. Together. Whether we're athletes or not." Let me know your thoughts - are you a fan of this ad and partnership or not so much?

Happy Black History Month! What local organizations, leaders, and visionaries have you learned about this month? We love the fact that Omaha is a community that loves and cares for its fellow community members and organizations year-round. #OmahaBusBench #OOH #getoutofhome #advertising #branding #marketing #mediaplanning #Omaha #Omahaooh #outdooradvertising

This made me smile. I am envious of those who are able to produce pithy, humorous, one liners, however, there is a more serious side to this. How many of us dutifully put on our OOO messages, but then still log in when on leave “just to check”… Or, the classic……“ I’ll just check my emails on Sunday so that I don’t start back on Monday with hundreds to sort through” ……or….”I want to be ahead of the game” ……or ..”straight out the starting blocks on my first day back” I know I’m guilty of this. We need to tell ourselves 3 simple things, and keep telling ourselves them….. 1. Every hour of leave, is leave and is precious. You have earned it, so take it. 2. The org won’t grind to a halt if you don’t check your emails whilst on leave. 3. Do I want to work for an org where this in normal practice? I have read a lot of posts on here this week about burn out, traumatised workforces and saying “no” Culture is driven by the people leading the org and the element of power and control vested in those leading it. It is often difficult to swim against the tide in an org where the culture rewards long hours, out of hours working and not saying no, but it is really important to take time to think about your own values and whether these align with the organisation’s. I don’t mean the glossy, shiny ones on their website next to their vision. I mean the ones that are exhibited and lived everyday by the authentic leaders, who do care that we take our leave and don’t expect us to check our emails!

Kind of amusing but also needlessly passive aggressive. The hideously instantaneous nature of emails demands an immediate response and so setting an out of office is on of the few occasions we get to act as gatekeeper. Hence the relish with which some seize it. Some offices used to have a mail trolley which came round at 10am and 3pm. How about a policy of only checking emails at those times. Give ourselves a period of reflection? Or the email system automatically delays sending by an hour to stop the de facto live time chats? Or there is a constant OoO to help direct people to somewhere more appropriate for their query? I say this as the biggest hypocrite who is a serial abuser of email and relentless sender of messages. But the first step to salvation is first acknowledging your faults.

Selected insights from our last ?? newsletter. Read the full article ?? : https://lnkd.in/d93CE5X2 #ooaa #newsletter #ourecho #antitrust

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to forget the value of stepping away from the daily grind. But here’s the truth—taking time off isn’t just a luxury, it’s a necessity. I saw this post in my daily scrolling and had to literally laugh at some of the posts. While they are all pretty dramatic, it illustrates the importance of recognizing that people need to step away from their desks for time off. PTO (Paid Time Off), and just time off in general, isn’t just about getting a break from the office; it’s about recharging, gaining new perspectives, and ultimately, coming back stronger. When we give ourselves the space to rest, we improve our ability to think creatively, solve problems, and stay productive in the long run. As leaders, it’s our responsibility to create and protect an environment that allows and encourages people to step away and recharge—without interrupting their time to themselves or with their families. Empowering employees to take meaningful time off ensures they come back refreshed and ready to contribute even more. Encouraging time off benefits not just the employee but the organization as a whole. It fosters well-being, prevents burnout, and drives a healthier, more engaged team. Leaders, let’s champion PTO and model the behavior ourselves. Let’s show that stepping away is not a sign of weakness but a strategy for long-term success. What’s your next PTO destination? ???? #WorkLifeBalance #PTO #EmployeeWellBeing #Productivity #MentalHealth #Leadership #OutOfOffice #BurnoutPrevention #FamilyTime

?? Super happy with our Smart City case and our collaboration with WienBox, a citywide project in Vienna! Almost 200 myflexboxes in Vienna and its surroundings are a great achievement for everyone who helped building it! And there’s so many supporters ?? on all levels. Thank you Florian Hanglberger, Nadine Adensam and Peter Hollos for showing the power of partnership in the video below and bringing in your energy! I still remember the first myflexbox we installed in this amazing city and how crucial it was for us to "land" there. Being a pioneer in a new field that evolves into a leadership role due to the urgent need for inclusive, neutral networks has been an incredible learning journey. ??We are still - and always will be - on our path of continuous learning. However, one consistent theme remains in both national networks and every city we expand to: the importance of staying as neutral as possible to push for the maximum network quality for an entire city and all it’s users. #SmartCity #Innovation #Collaboration #LearningJourney #InclusiveNetworks #Neutrality #UrbanDevelopment

As Imagine Kalamazoo 2035 continues, we want to know what you think of the City's Strategic Goals. Do they set us up for success over the next 10 years? How do they need to change to meet our community's challenges? Please take a few moments to complete the Strategic Goal Survey and help refine Kalamazoo's Strategic Goals. https://lnkd.in/ep3EVxdk #ik2035

Choosing a school where students are given the assets for a great education and start in life is always important. St. James / Seton Catholic School is one local school that strives to provide that education and head start for students year-round. #OmahaBusBench #OOH #getoutofhome #advertising #branding #marketing #mediaplanning #Omaha #Omahaooh #outdooradvertising