Ziflow | Stuff Creative Teams Never Say

If you’ve ever worked on a creative team, you know the struggle: endless revision loops, conflicting feedback, and file names like “Final_v37_REALLYFINAL_THISONE.psd.” Ziflow gets it—and this ad turns that chaos into comedy.

By flipping the script and showcasing things creative teams would never actually say, Ziflow highlights the daily pain points of collaboration in the most relatable way possible. It’s a lighthearted but effective way to position Ziflow’s creative review and approval software as the fix for all that creative mayhem.

The Formula (That Works at Any Budget):

Pain Points = Punchlines – “Wow, this project has zero last-minute changes!” The humor works because it’s painfully untrue.
Lesson: If your audience instantly recognizes the joke, they’ll instantly recognize the value of your product.

Fast-Paced, No Filler – Quick cuts, snappy dialogue, and a tight script keep the momentum going.
Lesson: Don’t drag—keep the energy up and the message clear.

Product as the Solution, Not the Star – Ziflow isn’t over-explained. Instead, the ad makes you feel the frustration and positions the tool as the fix.
Lesson: Let the problem sell the solution—no need to overload with features.

Relatable = Shareable – This ad nails universal creative industry struggles, making it primed for organic sharing.
Lesson: The best B2B ads don’t just inform—they entertain in a way that makes people want to send them to their coworkers.

The Humor Breakdown:

Observational Humor = Deep Relatability – The script is built on inside jokes creatives instantly get—because they’ve lived them.
Reverse Psychology / Sarcasm = Smart Messaging – Instead of listing common pain points, it exaggerates the opposite to make them even clearer.
Situational Irony = Instant Recognition – The humor lands because we all know reality is the complete opposite.

Final Verdict:

Clever, self-aware, and refreshingly on point. Ziflow doesn’t just tell you it will improve creative collaboration—it makes you realize how much you need it.

Brave-o-meter score: 

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

BRAVE – 8.8/10

Watch the full ad & learn more:
Website: Ziflow.com
LinkedIn: Ziflow LinkedIn Page

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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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