For many years, in-store sampling by a product sampling agency such as GottaBe! has played a large part in the marketing of products and the conversion of leads into sales. Whether it was the latest trending snack, an exciting new drink or the best lipsticks out there, in-store sampling has long been something that both marketers and customers have taken …
Despite having faced some of the most challenging times we have ever encountered this year, the team here at GottaBe! are proud to say that we are almost back to our normal operations of deploying our hard-working Brand Ambassadors to spread the word of our clients’ products and services. The uncertainty surrounding the advertising and marketing industries have been incredibly …
In 2020, influencer culture is now a part of normality. If you scroll through Instagram, you likely follow one. If you open YouTube you will probably be recommended one of their videos. If you open a news portal you will also likely spot a feature or two focussing on influencers in the spotlight. Now, to preface, this is in no …
Earlier in the week we attended the second digital webinar hosted by Spotify about Spotify for Brands and the series is introducing businesses to how Spotify is a brilliant way of investing your ad spend and can also create new advertising experiences for your customers, both current and potential. The session was hosted by members of Spotify’s marketing and creative …
The time is nearly upon us. More and more stores are re-opening here in the UK. Many non-essential businesses re-opened their doors on 15th June and many will be doing so too on the 4th July. As the United Kingdom attempts to rehabilitate the country’s economy, following the Coronavirus outbreak that led to a global pandemic, many business owners have …
Here at GottaBe! We like a challenge. One challenge we certainly didn’t anticipate was the COVID-19 pandemic that swept across the world. That one caught us off guard for sure. Like everybody we made sure to batten down the hatches and brace for what was coming. Unfortunately for many businesses, despite preparing, the loss of profit has hit too hard …
The COVID-19 pandemic has been the topic on everyone’s minds for the whole of 2020 so far and despite feeling it may be on the decline, we find our way of life altered, permanently. Living In Lockdown During COVID-19 Despite not being together, the team here at GottaBe! have made sure to engage in the discussion of how we have …
With over 300 languages spoken in the United Kingdom alone, it can be a difficult for businesses and brands to know how to reach the vast number of consumers. In this particular instance, individuals whom belong to an ethnic minority. These individuals are often overlooked by brands and not considered when looking at reaching new markets. This is partially down …
Media giant, Sky, has announced that they will be launching a support fund for small to medium enterprises, aptly named the ‘SME100’. Sky’s £1million SME100 Fund This £1 million fund will support 100 SME businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic by providing them with free advertising via Sky’s very own AdSmart. The value of advertising per business will be £10,000 and …
Advertising giant, Ocean, has recently launched an advertising fund in a bid to support retailers and SME’s that may have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The fund was established with a media value of £10 million. This opportunity will give businesses and brands access to Ocean’s screens nationwide, providing multiple advertising spaces. The aim in advertising SME’s across the …
Here at GottaBe! we are working hard every day to meet the increasing demand on the UK during the outbreak of Coronavirus “COVID-19”. UK Wide Staffing Agency We are a UK wide staffing agency with over 4500 Brand Ambassador staff on our books. Lots of staff hold a Level 2 food hygiene certificates and have a vast amount of experience …
Here at GottaBe!, we are always thinking of the welfare of our promotional staff as well as events managers and during this difficult time, we want to reassure all our Brand Ambassadors that we are following the Government guidelines on the Coronavirus. Even if you are not working for us, we are here to support everyone in this challenging time. About Coronavirus (COVID-19) …
Image copyright belongs to Evening Standard Pop-up retail is the opening of a sales space for a short term period. Now a trend in retail and marketing, brands do this for either a number of days or a number of weeks before closing, and this is often done to run simultaneously with a particular time of year or trend. Pop-up …
Happy International Women’s Day! Here at GottaBe! we are taking a moment to celebrate women everywhere, with a particular shoutout to the ladies at Team GottaBe! who are brilliant every single day. We are proud to say that 58% of our Brand Ambassadors are female and half of our Head Office team are too! Our Short List For International Women’s …
It’s an exciting time for GottaBe! as we have welcomed another two individuals to our team and over the course of the weekend, celebrated the agency’s 12th birthday! Welcoming Danny Born in China before growing up here in England, Danny Zhong is our newest Account Support Executive. In his final year of Solent University’s BA (Hons) Marketing degree, Danny has …
With this generation of students being especially aware of advertising and being so vocal about their thoughts on it, we thought it would be a good time to discuss this and how companies can better prepare themselves for the upcoming ‘Refreshers’ Week’ and the subsequent fresher events later on in the year. What Is Student Marketing? Firstly, it’s important to …
As 2019 draws to a close, the team here at GottaBe! Are beginning preparations for the coming year. To avoid any confusion this Christmas, we thought we’d share our opening hours over the festive period, for our clients, partners and staff. Festive Season Opening Hours Please find below our festive hours leading up to 2020. 20/12/2019 – 09.00 – 17.00 …
Here at GottaBe! we’re excited to share with you that we are changing our bookings platform our Brand Ambassadors, having listened to their feedback. As of Tuesday 26th November we will no longer be using Watu for our platform in which to provide work for our lovely Brand Ambassadors. GottaBe! Are Moving Their Brand Ambassadors Platform To Liveforce We are …
Join Our Team: Retail Space & Brand Merchandise Assistant GottaBe! is an award winning, independent marketing agency specialising in field, experiential and ethnic marketing. We’re a creative team who are able to deliver fun and exciting campaigns that get people talking – in fact, we’ve been creating them for over 10 years now and our Client’s portfolio includes likes of …
With it being World Mental Health Day today, we wanted to discuss the topic of digital detoxes. Let’s start firstly by asking, what is a digital detox? It is, in essence, a break from using digital devices. This includes your smartphone, tablet, computer and social media platforms, to name a few. In an age where we are constantly connected, it’s …
There’s no doubt that navigating that ever-changing digital landscape is continually evolving and more often than not these days, when you start to find your groove and begin seeing results from your efforts, algorithms or trends change and you’re back to square one… Frustrating, right? With it being International Podcast Day today, we thought we’d discuss two particular trends in …
Here at GottaBe! We’re kicking off the final quarter of 2019 with the announcement of recent appointments within the agency. Last week we welcomed Oana Fologea and Jack Bradley to the team. Moving to the United Kingdom from Romania to study the BA (Hons) Marketing degree at the University of Southampton, back in 2017, third year student Oana previously worked …
As we continue to expand and grow our team, we’re currently on the hunt for a Digital & Communications Executive! GottaBe! is an award winning, independent marketing agency specialising in field, experiential and ethnic marketing. We’re a creative team who is able to deliver fun and exciting campaigns that get people talking – in fact, we’ve been creating them for …
Summer is on its way, and students are going on their holidays’. If you are a business that thrives on student activity, then you might be thinking that you are in for a long and quiet couple of months. I can tell you; this doesn’t have to be the case. I would even go as far as saying that this …
Are you stressed before a business presentation? Is it difficult to control your voice? Or maybe presentations with clients or conversations with newcomers do not go well? This doesn’t have to happen, so why don’t you change it? Shaky voice, gaps in memory or the lack of the right words mean that you do not always get the deals from …
GottaBe! in link with Polish Business Link invite you to a relaxed evening, networking on the terrace at our London’ office. This professional engagement evening will take place in the heart of London, on Oxford Street. If a glass of wine with like-minded individuals, above the hustle and bustle of one of the busiest high streets in the world, sounds …
11 years of doing what we do best have passed in no time at all, and we couldn’t be happier. We celebrated our birthday in style this year. A trip to the bar (thanks for hosting us Revolution!) with a big birthday cake is the best way to commemorate the occasion, don’t you think? Featured On BBC One News We …
Solent University’s annual ‘Meet the professionals’ event got off to a great start this year, with some inspiring talks from selected professionals in the PR and Marketing industry. Whilst the students were listening intently downstairs, we were setting-up upstairs, awaiting their eager questioning. As well as a great opportunity to talk to the soon-to-be-graduating students, the chance to connect with …
Awards mean a lot to us, here at GottaBe!. Our team put so much hard work, heart and soul into creating unique campaigns for you, that when someone recognise this, it makes is all very proud to be part of the team. That is why we couldn’t be happier that we have another one. What a great way to kick …
Our ever expanding team would like to welcome our newest edition to GottaBe!, Michal has joined us in 2019 to take-over GottaBe! Health, our health division as well as supporting our ethnic customers. Michal’s bi-lingual ability is set to fortify our diverse client base over the coming years as we push to expand our innovative marketing to all areas of the community. He brings his experience from …
With 2018 coming to an end here at GottaBe!, we are begining to prepare for the New Year. With our office hours changing over the Christmas periodm we would like to make sure our Clients, Partners, Suppliers and Staff have been updated ahead of this. Festive Opening Hours 2018 Please see revised opening hours at the GottaBe! HQ leading up …
The humble pencil. At GottaBe! our pencils are important to us. Our pencils are used to design your marketing campaign. They need to be of the best quality and function. With our creative ideas, what other piece of equipment can do the job? Design a campaign, rub it out, update it, rub it out, start again and eventually deliver you …
It’s that time of year again and if the names haven’t already been picked out of the hat then you know it’s coming. Don’t worry, from one sock buyer to the other, Jake Tansley, Account Support Executive is here to help. This is his 2018 office gift list, for sub £10. Our Secret Santa Office Christmas Gift List 1) Personalised …
Are you looking for a unique way to target the Polish community in the UK, Ireland or any other European country? GottaBe!, an award winning marketing agency is offering their Clients an exclusive way to advertise on air of the biggest radio station in Europe – RMF FM, a multi award winning radio station based in Poland. Reach The Polish …
With the new academic year in a full swing – this is a great chance to target students with your marketing campaigns, but this doesn’t only mean when they come together at fresher or re-freshers fairs. By utilising students as a target market that are already clearly outlined, brands can create campaigns that will engage students all year round. Shanice …
Whether you’re thinking of shopping on one of Europe’ busiest streets by number of visitors, you probably were thinking of Oxford Street! For decades, Oxford Street has been the ‘go-to’ shopping street in London with retail development starting back in the 1900’s. The 1.5-mile-long street once upon time was the main road to Oxford, back then called Tyburn Road. Now …
Last month at GottaBe!, we welcomed Bournemouth University graduate Shanice Bearsford- Walker as an Account Support Executive. Shanice studied BA (Hons) Events and Leisure Marketing where she developed a keen interest in digital and experiential marketing. Although Shanice is the first graduate to join the team from BU, here at GottaBe! we are well known for giving students opportunities, having …
Following the ongoing success of events such as Black Friday and Cyber Monday, it appears that many other well-known businesses would like to try their own mini versions in order to satisfy their customers. The first one to do this is Amazon, who created Prime Day; a summer version of Black Friday. This is when thousands of Amazon products are …
GottaBe! is working with a leading healthcare news portal to manage their UK support. We are currently recruiting for an Account Support Executive to support us in managing this service. Come and join us and be part of an award winning team, here at our Southampton HQ! Our Client is advancing health engagement to transform healthcare models. With unmatched expertise …
Last week, GottaBe!’s Managing Director Tomasz Dyl, took part in an interview for Field Marketing and Brand Experience magazine. This also coincided with GottaBe!’s tenth birthday of being in business. The magazine asked Tomasz about the tenth anniversary and how it became the business that it is today. At the beginning of the interview, Tomasz described GottaBe! as hie “little baby!” …
This spring, GottaBe! Marketing has begun a new venture and opened up GottaBe! Health; an online shop, that proudly stocks ‘foods by Ann’. The range of products we stock is created by Anna Lewandowska, a Polish athlete and award winning, karate champion. This derives from her ongoing health campaign, ‘Healthy Plan by Ann’ which has been recognised internationally by health and …
As we leave the winter period and enter spring (at last!), it is always important to keep on top of your game to plan in advance. With a busy summer ahead of us, thanks to 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, Tour de France and many non-sporting events, marketers should take full advantage and plan promotional campaigns around them. Shannon …
Throughout the month of March, GottaBe! has been working with Vita Student; an exclusive, laid back and all-inclusive living accommodation for students in Southampton. The campaign was part of #BeginBig campaign that VITA has kicked off earlier in a month. Following the success of their first accommodation, they are currently building new facilities in the heart of Portswood, the perfect …
This month, GottaBe! celebrated its tenth birthday of being in business and we celebrated it by inviting all our friends, family and employees (current and previous) to a small gathering with food and drink. Alongside this, we received numerous videos online particularly on our Facebook page from our Clients, Suppliers, Partners and past colleagues. We were extremely surprised and honoured …
In a world where technology is ever growing, it is important for small and medium-sized enterprises, to keep their marketing ideas fresh and updated to avoid missing out as free standing display units aren’t cutting it anymore. Point of Sale is a concept that we’re all familiar with for communicating promotions: stickers, posters, tent cards, ceiling hangers, and …
This February is a huge month for sports across the world, as a variety of different events take place. From competitions such as the Winter Olympics to NBA finals, this is the perfect month for die-hard sports fans. Beginning with the most well-known sports event worldwide, the 2018 Winter Olympics will begin on Friday 9th February, and finishes on …
This winter, GottaBe! Marketing were running exciting sampling campaign with Ramsbury Gin. At the Ramsbury Estate, they make gin, vodka and a whole host of other products from scratch, its pure and simple. The team at Gottabe! along with the Brand Ambassadors were going to a variety of Waitrose shops to sample the products to the public. The gin sampling took …
It is coming up to GottaBe!’s ten-year anniversary, and to commemorate this exciting milestone, the team have decided to come together again with Polish fitness instructor Anna Lewandowska to coordinate a fitness event – Healthy Team Training in February. GottaBe has been in partnership with Anna Lewandowska for over three years now, and we thought this would be the perfect …
We are drawing towards the end of 2017 and as we prepare for the arrival of Christmas and the New Year, we would like to take the time to notify our Clients, Partners, Suppliers and Staff about the revised opening hours at GottaBe! HQ. 22.12.2017 – OPEN 9am-1pm 23.12.2017 – CLOSED 24.12.2017 – CLOSED (Christmas Eve) 25.12.2017 – CLOSED (Christmas …
As we enter 2018, it is important and useful to plan your activities ahead. Keeping on top of key events and dates throughout the year means you can plan well and have the best events possible. Account Support Executive, Shannon Dunne helps out… The financial year is broken down into four quarters with the first one being Q1. In …
Christmas and the shopping that comes along with it, can be the most stressful time of year especially when it comes to figuring out what to getting something perfect for those closest to you. To help you out, Shannon Dunne, Account Support Executive at GottaBe! has provided some ideas for every member of the family or maybe a work colleague, …
Looking for a way to help you plan your activity this year? Shannon Dunne, Account Support Executive helps out… When it comes to marketing and especially retail, it is important to be on top of key events and their dates throughout the year. Planning field, experimental marketing, or PR work in advance is beneficial because it creates a good amount of …
From April through to September, the cute and vintage Dorset Tea Unit has been travelling around the beautiful South Coast. The GottaBe! team along with the Brand Ambassadors went along with the trailer attending many events including the Dorset Knob Throwing Festival, Weymouth Sea Food Festival, The Rock Lyme Regis Sea Food and Bournemouth Air Festival. The Dorset Tea Unit …
As the new academic year is in full swing, the team at GottaBe! worked with Southern Coop to engage with new students at the University of Southampton, Bournemouth , Portsmouth and Bristol to promote Southern Coop food and their 10% NUS discount for students. This was a perfect way to make the transition to moving into university less daunting and …
In A. Ries and J. Trout’s book “Positioning: The Battle of Your Mind”, they talk about the unbearable noise customers have to deal with nowadays. The authors argue that the marketing and advertisement world is over communicated; making it even more difficult for our message to get to the target audience. To stand out from the crowd and get their …
I’m Hannah a 16-year-old college student, I’ve been luckily enough to do my work experience at GottaBe! Marketing. Having be given the opportunity to work at a company like this it was very exciting. At the start, I was very nervous and didn’t know what to expect but 3 days in and I started to really enjoy it. I’ve being …
Once you have designed and printed your leaflets, It’s now time to start planning your distribution. So, before you start the campaign, consider these 5-top tips to ensure success. 1) Distribution methods: Many businesses opt for the door to door method as this seems like the most logical, especially if you have a very specific geographical and economical target. This …
We often get asked, what it is like to work for GottaBe!? So where do we begin? When your friends say “same work, different day?” For many this is the everyday, but here at GottaBe! Marketing it couldn’t be different! A typical day doesn’t exist in my eyes. One minute I’m answering a call from one of our promoters, the next minute …
We live in the day and age where we can buy any product/service online. So why are we in business? The reason being is that we as consumers enjoy getting our hands on the products and learning more about them before making the decision on whether to buy them. How often have you spent money on something over £100 that …
Advert Walkers are a unique advertising concept using a portable 1.2-meter tall lightweight billboard that is carried on the backs of our promotors. Double-sided, your advertisement is displayed on both sides and is the perfect addition to any field marketing campaign. Not only this, but the Advert Walker has built-in LED lighting, which can illuminate your message during nighttime campaigns …
With Easter around the corner, the team at GottaBe! would like to taking this opportunity to wish all of our Clients, Partners, Suppliers and Colleagues a very Happy Easter. Hope it’s a cracking one! We also would like to advice of our revised opening hours at GottaBe! HQ to allow our staff to enjoy their Easter celebrations. Opening Hours: Friday, 14th …
Back in January, our Brand Ambassadors were involved in a sweet job… handing out flyers and encouraging passerby’s to try out Sprinkles Gelato, one of the largest gelato retailers in the UK. Supporting Sprinkles Gelato With Product Sampling Our Brand Ambassadors were engaging with the public within a close proximity to the store and surrounding area and inviting them to the …
The team at GottaBe! often get asked for tips on catchy headlines and teasers that can be used as part of a marketing campaign. Whether it’s a leaflet, website, blog, catalogue, brochure or even promotional book, here is what we’ve put together. Great Headlines Capture Attention Like any great book title, a great headline is meant to capture the attention …
Since the launch – in March 2008 – GottaBe! has been featured in number of newspapers, whilst our colleagues were also interviewed by various TV and radio stations from all of the World.
Another year is upon us and as we are entering the festive time of the year, we would like to advise our Clients, Partners, Suppliers and Staff of the revised opening hours at GottaBe! HQ. OPENING HOURS 23.12.2016 – 9am -2pm 24.12.2016 – CLOSED (Christmas Eve) 25.12.2016 – CLOSED (Christmas Day) 26.12.2016 – CLOSED (Boxing Day) 27.12.2016 – CLOSED (Bank …
As we are approaching the busiest, yet the most wonderful time of the year Christmas! – aside from unwrapping Christmas gifts and eating, we all do some thinking and planning for the new year ahead. Those of you who are business owners or at management level, might also think about some of the changes to our strategies, suppliers or simply, …
Between 7th and 17th October, a team of Brand Ambassadors executed a merchandising activity on behalf Western Union, world’ biggest money transfer company. Similarly, to previous activities, GottaBe! has visited 700 of Western Union’ agent locations in more then 70 cities and towns across the UK to deliver and install new POS materials (flyers, posters, wobblers). Western Union Launches App Initiated Transactions …
A couple of years ago, one of my Accounts Support Executives at GottaBe! wrote a blog on The Value of Halloween. Today, we’re going to look at the new trends adapted by even more companies than ever before. Not sure if you have noticed a new trend, but certain events that used to last a day, are now lasting in …
At some point throughout your lifetime you will no doubt go through the stresses of moving to a new home, packing away your belongings to start a new life. This is hard enough as an adult, but even more nerve racking when you’re a fresher, moving away from home for the first time. How The Southern Co-operative Helps Students As …
When travelling to a foreign country, one of the first things we do is try the local delicacies, sampling new flavours and dishes that you wouldn’t normally be able to enjoy in your own country. This also reflects on one of the last things you we on our visit, when we tend to purchase our favourite treats we have tried …
For two weeks in September, our team were travelling around with Norton by Symantec on another Roadshow across Heathrow, Bristol, Leeds, Birmingham, Liverpool and Edinburgh. This was on the back of the successful implementation of our first ever Norton Roadshow back in April 2016. This Roadshow however, was part of PLC Live. A training event for employees of Dixons Carphone …
Looking for a way to help you plan your activity this year? Kit Bannerman, Account Support Executive helps out.. In marketing and particularly retail it is vital that you keep on top of the events in throughout the year. It is so important to plan ahead all field marketing, experiential or event PR stunts activities so that you have the …
GottaBe! have teamed up with Uber to create a special offer for you! From today, you can claim your first ride (£3 off) for free when you use the code uberGottaBe. This code can be used whenever you want; travelling to and from campaign or just when you need a quick way home! All you have to do is download the …
If you’ve been to our hometown of Southampton recently, then you certainly would’ve noticed that a herd of Zebras have taken their stripes all over the city. It’s certainly causing a stir around here and we’re a huge fan of it, but what is it about? Why are there dozens of technicolour zebras all over town? Marwell Zoo’s Zebra Campaign …
Pokémon Go – it seems to be all that we are hearing about now! And it’s not only Pokémon that are being caught due to this phenomenon, it’s a revolutionary way to reach out to your customers. Firstly, let’s think about what Pokémon GO is and why it has become so incredibly successful. If you were to tell anyone a …
Throughout the year, many companies target students with marketing campaigns, tapping into a lucrative market that can be individually targeted around key dates in the student calendar. This is because times of celebration, receiving money and welcome events, are significant to student life. Best Time To Target Students Therefore, below is a list of key dates and periods that we …
The way we look at our reality is constantly changing and I am not talking about our ever-evolving landscapes, feelings and emotions that link us together in the here and now. No, I am actually talking about how our reality is becoming ‘virtual’ using marketing. What Is Virtual Reality? Virtual Reality, or VR for short, is the new “it” word, …
Against the backdrop of Euro 2016, our latest client EduKicks, has chosen the perfect time to launch their new App, teaching children about anti-discrimination using football. EduKicks Is Kicking Discrimination Out Of Schools To be released on 4th July on both IOS and Android platforms, Edukicks is FREE to download and integrates fun football drills with transformative education on core …
The next time you’re outside I’d like you to do one thing, I’d like you to look at the earth around you and count all the unsightly details left strewn across your path. My bet is that you will see crisp packets, sweet wrappers and cigarette butts to name but a few. Together they litter our environment in their diminutive …
With lovely soft fluffy bases and butter cream toppings covered in a sugary delight, there are few foods that sing “I am delicious’ like a cupcake. They sing even more heavenly when offered to you by one of our Brand Ambassadors in the street, on behalf of Lebara, for their new 30 day – Hardworking Plan For Hardworking People – …
Digi-Vans are like the Batmobiles of direct marketing, a mobile billboard that can be driven directly to your intended target audience, fighting past the impracticalities of fixed billboards, to be your advertising hero! Take Your Billboard To Your Target Audience With Digi-Van Unlike fixed advertisements found on billboards or on bus stops, Digi-Vans offer a unique experience, as they can …
Millions of people dream of winning big on the lottery, whether its the National Lotto or the Euromillions, they generally risk little, but can potentially win huge every week! Making Winner’s With Solotto There are many variations of the lottery for the public to play and the residents of Southampton now have a brand new way of winning big, after …
After recently opening up a GottaBe! branch in Ireland, GottaBe! Ireland has been busy working a campaign in Dublin, for energy drinks maker – 28 Black. Full of flavour and energy, 28 Black is available in three varieties, Açaí, Açaí Zero and Classic and pride themselves on being an energy drink that has no taurine, no artificial colours or preservatives …
At GottaBe! HQ we love giving opportunities to students to help them learn and develop in the world of marketing. Over the past couple of years we have welcomed University students on 3-month placement programmes, offered work experience to students over varying periods and enjoyed the presence of an apprentice. Now the GottaBe! team – in particular the GottaBe! Ethnic …
Students, are you ready!? For a number of years, GottaBe! has been proud to offer summer work experience placements and internships at our HQ in Southampton! We are on hunt once again for new faces to join our award winning family this summer. Student Placements At GottaBe! If you’re passionate about marketing and business and would like to gain valuable experience …
Key to a business hiring a student or graduate is their experience. It is one of the main things a potential employer will look at on any CV and also leads to one of the main questions I always hear – How do you expect me to gain work experience when I have been a student for x amount of …
GottaBe! is pleased to announce that we have won our third award as a marketing agency, by winning the Exceptional Achievements Award from Unity 101. GottaBe! Wins Exceptional Achievements Award From Unity 101 Nominated by Southampton Solent University, GottaBe! has been awarded for contributions to the City of Southampton, for positive contributions to the economy, including supporting students by providing them …
I am sure there have been moments when you thought, I wish there were more people entering my store, attending our event, or visiting our stand at an exhibition? Whilst you may think these are moments, they are in fact questions my team and I constantly receive and provide answers for on a daily basis. How To Maximise Footfall The …
It’s amazing how fast a year flies by; it feels like it was only yesterday when we last updated you with our opening hours for the festive period. Whilst we are sure the office is still bustling with work as you see out 2015, you will not be judged for allowing your mind to wonder over your Christmas plans, the …
Christmas is a magical time of the year, full of festive joy and cheer, a time to relax and enjoy, but it can be a juxtaposition. For many businesses it is a chaotic period, one where the year hits crescendo, battling competition to come out number one, whilst trying to plan next years business strategy and direction. Our Marketing Guide …
This time last year, I wrote a blog about the Traditions of Black Friday, looking into the UK’s newfound fascination around what is arguably the World’s single largest discount day. A year on, is our fascination still the same or have things changed? The Origins Of Black Friday Originating in the United States around the 1960s, Black Friday is the …
GottaBe! will be helping Macmillan raise money to fight cancer, by holding our very own Macmillan Coffee Morning on 25th September. We believe that raising money for charity is one of the most precious ways of giving, especially when it helps find a cure that effects 1 in 3 people. The Macmillan Coffee Morning The Macmillan Coffee Morning is Macmillan’s …
GottaBe! is pleased to announce that we will be running monthly networking sessions across Southampton, to help businesses stay better connected. Monthly Southampton Networking With GottaBe! The fundamentals behind each event, will be to bring like-minded people together in more intimate settings than your generic networking event, holding them in quirkier establishments such as bars and cocktail rooms. Our first …
Joint filler and expansion have plenty in common, especially when it comes to describing our latest client – Megaron. Whilst joint filler expands in holes that need filling, Megaron have been expanding their services across Europe and are now stocking in the UK. Megaron is a Polish company that produces a range of products for the construction and DIY trades. …
It doesn’t matter how big or how small a team of Brand Ambassadors are in the field – supervising them should be easy! How To Supervise Brand Ambassadors Clever supervision starts before the campaign even begins, right at the selection process. Making sure we have the best people on our books ensures we have the strongest teams out in the …
Event organisation is hard enough at the best of times. There are so many considerations that need fulfilling before the event is even announced that even through a minefield of preparation, one simple outburst from the heavens can ruin everything! The weather is a factor we cannot control, especially when organising an event so far in advance. However, a heavy …
Adhering to a set of rules is the perfect way for a business to maintain its principles and to self-guide along a particular path. This is why GottaBe! has ‘The GottaBe! Bible’, a handbook for every staff member where anything GottaBe! can be found. One of the key beliefs in The GottaBe! Bible is that once a quarter, each member …
The UK festival season is once more gearing up to provide music lovers and enthusiasts with another year of fantastic tunes, summer vibes, food, and drink. Rain or shine, millions of people descend on stages across the country, happy to dust off their wellies for what can often be muddy carnage! Types Of Festivals There are so many different types …
Creating Experience’s is a key platform in generating a bond between a particular brand and consumer. Through quality experiences with brands, consumers are much more likely to buy a product or service from that brand and this is why Experiential Marketing is becoming ever more popular in the marketing world. Once more, GottaBe! has created a marketing Infographic and this …
You may or may not have already seen, but we have been posting a number infographics about Field Marketing on our Facebook page and now for the first time, you can see them in full! Broken down into sections, the infographics have served one purpose and that is to inform you and our clients about the benefits of Field Marketing …