In this ad, a marketing manager hits his breaking point. He’s buried in meetings, missing deadlines, and dealing with nonstop miscommunication. Just as everything spirals out of control, ClickUp steps in—instantly organizing his chaotic workflow. The result? Calm, clarity, and control. The ad captures the emotional rollercoaster of marketing work and shows how ClickUp brings relief with a single platform.
The Formula (That Works at Any Budget)
Workplace Chaos + Clear Solution = Instant Engagement
The ad opens with a relatable mess—missed tasks, stress, and confusion. ClickUp becomes the hero by resolving it fast.
→ Lesson: Start with pain points your audience knows too well.
Visual Shift + Platform Demo = Strong Product Clarity
The ad shows how ClickUp transforms disorganization into a streamlined system, without needing heavy explanation.
→ Lesson: Let your product shine through visual storytelling.
Emotional Stress + Comic Relief = Lasting Impact
The marketing manager’s meltdown is exaggerated for humor but grounded in reality.
→ Lesson: Humor can turn stress into storytelling gold.
Humor Breakdown
The ad’s humor is rooted in truth. The lead character’s overreactions reflect how marketing managers feel when things fall apart—he just says what others don’t. The exaggerated chaos, paired with a smooth solution, delivers comedy that’s both entertaining and effective.
→ Lesson: Lean into exaggeration to spotlight real problems in a funny, relatable way.
Final Verdict
ClickUp’s “How Marketing Managers Feel When They’ve Had It!” is sharp, funny, and deeply relatable. It nails the stress of marketing life while showing how ClickUp brings order and sanity. It’s a powerful way to say: “Whatever you’re juggling, we’ve got you.”
BRAVE-o-meter Score:
B-7 | R-8 | A-7 | V-8 | E-7
BRAVE – 7.4/10
Watch the full ad & learn more:
Website: clickup.com
LinkedIn: ClickUp on LinkedIn
