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Hitmakers
Book • 2025
In 'Hitmakers: How Brands Influence Culture', Ana Andjelic explores how modern brands have evolved into 'hitmakers', focusing on creating cultural hits through collaborations, merchandise, entertainment, and other cultural products.
These strategies replace traditional advertising methods and can significantly boost brand popularity and sales.
The book provides practical examples and tools for brand strategists to produce cultural hits.
These strategies replace traditional advertising methods and can significantly boost brand popularity and sales.
The book provides practical examples and tools for brand strategists to produce cultural hits.
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