The science of storytelling in marketing

When we are very young storytelling is the way we learn about so many things. Almost all childrens books have a beginning, which sets a scene or highlights an issue or problem; a middle, which often presents a solution; and an end, which tends to offer a result or...

Content strategy basics

The vast majority of advertisers who engage with Sift Media communities do so via some form on content marketing. The format of this content may vary from an occasional sponsored piece of editorial to a full in-depth programme of activity including blogs, white...

Brilliant lessons in building sustainable online communities

This post is adapted from a feature that first appeared on BusinessZone. Sift, made up of Sift Media, Sift Digital and PracticeWEB, took part in Open Co Bristol and Bath, a US-inspired event that allows delegates to visit tech and digital business across one city...

Productivity tips from top UK business leaders

As part of an exclusive series of high-profile interviews, Sift Talent recently spoke with senior leaders from leading UK and Global brands, including SuperGroup, IBM, Poundland, LB Group and Imperial Tobacco. Each interview investigated key business issues and...

Talent retention: Insight from big name brands

As Sift Talent continue their expert series of interviews with senior leaders from some of the UK’s largest brands, we examine the key themes which repeatedly cropped up in each session. This unique insight comes from organisations including SuperGroup, IBM,...