Our writers’ interests at Content Cucumber are… unique, to say the very least. Over the past few years, our talented writers have contributed blog posts about everything from digital marketing tips to the bizarre Area 51 raid of 2019. The sheer variety of content available on this blog is endlessly fascinating to scroll through for hours on end.
Although it’s impossible to objectively define which posts are the “best,” we wanted to highlight some particularly delightful articles that equally showcase each writer’s talent and sense of humor. If you need some more lighthearted content to brighten your day, check out our team’s top 5 recommended blog posts listed below!
5. Which Sandwich Marketing Strategy Should You Use in 2021?
Looking for some quick inspiration for your digital marketing strategy? This article is short and sweet, with a ton of great information packed into bite-sized pieces. Learn what sandwich marketing is, how to apply it to your own business, and ways to make your very own unique “sandwich” to attract customers. As explained in the article, “Any good sandwich requires a little zest, innovation, and heartiness, just like any good marketing strategy.”
4. Popeye’s: Where Are They Now?
Near the end of 2019, Popeye’s chicken sandwich marketing strategies spelled major success for the fast-food chain. During the final quarter of 2019, Popeye’s sales increased by an astounding 42%! But what happened to the company once the Covid-19 crisis hit just a few short months later? Did the brand manage to keep going strong, or did their marketers start to chicken out?
3. Why Popeye’s Chicken Sandwich Was the Biggest Marketing Success of 2019
Yes, we know this is about the same topic, but you can’t blame us for being fascinated by this unexpected marketing anomaly! Popeye’s marketing tactics took everyone by surprise, and this only further increased people’s interest in the company’s products. Read about the full extent of the fast-food chain’s marketing wins in this article to understand why this subject still matters to this day.
2. Spongebob Was Right: There Are Beaches In The Ocean
Are scientific facts hidden in old cartoons? It may be more likely than you think! Although there’s no evidence of any sentient, pants-wearing sea sponges in the ocean, seafloor lakes (also known as “brine pools”) do exist in real life due to varying levels of seawater salinity.
1. What’s Up With Weird Scent Names?
It seems like the most popular colognes or perfumes don’t disclose any recognizable scents in their fragrance names. Instead, customers have to wade through the confusing world of weird cologne brands and nonsensical fragrance collections. You may not be able to find a simple sandalwood cologne, for instance, but you’ll be covered if you ever have the desire to smell like an actual funeral home. Lovely!
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