Squarespace | Muscles

Can a bodybuilder sell sculpting services by flexing alone? According to Squarespace, absolutely. This ad leans into the sheer power of branding—both physical and digital—to show that with the right website, even the simplest business model can make a massive impact.

The Formula (That Works at Any Budget)

Minimalism Meets Maximum Impact – No flashy graphics, no complex dialogue—just a bodybuilder, a flex, and a perfectly placed website.
→ Lesson: Simplicity sells. Strip your message down to its most essential elements for clarity and memorability.

Physical Comedy, Subtle Execution – The concept is exaggerated, but the delivery stays deadpan, making the humor land effortlessly.
→ Lesson: Let your visuals do the talking. A well-executed visual gag can sell an idea without over-explaining.

The Website as the Silent Closer – The ad doesn’t tell you how to build a site—it shows you a business thriving because of one.
→ Lesson: Let the success story speak for itself. Your audience will make the connection.

Unconventional Business, Universal Appeal – Even if you’re not selling muscle-sculpting sessions, the message is clear: whatever your niche, Squarespace helps you own it.
→ Lesson: A great marketing angle makes any product feel relevant, no matter how niche.

Final Verdict

This ad is as strong as its lead—striking, self-assured, and impossible to ignore. Squarespace once again proves that with the right platform, your business can stand out with nothing more than a bold idea and the confidence to flex it.

Brave-o-meter score: 

B-8 | R-8 | A-9 | V-9 | E-8

BRAVE – 8.4/10

Watch the full ad & learn more:
Website: https://www.squarespace.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/squarespace

(See what BRAVE means in our collection)

Understanding the B.R.A.V.E. Scoring System

The B.R.A.V.E. scoring system uses AI to deliver an unbiased evaluation of top-of-the-funnel B2B brand ads. It measures potential impact, memorability, and effectiveness by assessing five key components of a video ad or commercial. This system gauges an ad's capacity to drive brand recall and enhance salience, ensuring that creative work not only captures attention but also leaves a lasting impression.

What B.R.A.V.E. Stands For:

Each letter represents a key factor in determining an ad’s success:

  • BBoldness: Is the ad original, creative, or daring? Does it break away from generic B2B marketing, or is it just another forgettable corporate video?
  • RRelevance: Does it connect with a real buyer pain point? Is it addressing a specific frustration or need, or just listing product features?
  • AAttention: Does it grab and hold attention in the first few seconds? Is it visually or tonally engaging, or easy to skip?
  • VVibe: Does it create an emotional response—laughter, recognition, or surprise? Or does it feel like just another corporate info dump?
  • EEffectiveness: Will buyers remember the brand when they need a solution? Does the ad make an impact that lasts beyond the moment?

How It’s Applied to B2B Video Rating

Each video is scored 1 to 10 in all five categories, based on how well it meets the criteria. The total score (out of 50) is then divided by 5 to give a final B.R.A.V.E. score out of 10.

For example:

  • An ad scoring B-8 | R-9 | A-7 | V-6 | E-8 has a total of 38/50.
  • The final B.R.A.V.E. score is 7.6/10.

Why It Matters

B2B ads often struggle with being bland, forgettable, or ineffective. The B.R.A.V.E. system ensures they are judged by their ability to break through, connect with buyers, and drive action.

Simply put: If your ad isn’t B.R.A.V.E., it’s invisible.

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