Salesforce | Everyone’s an Einstein

We’ve all been there—sitting in a meeting, nodding along, but inside, we’re wondering if we need a PhD to understand what’s going on. Salesforce captures this all-too-common struggle, transforming workplace confusion into a smart, AI-powered solution. In this video, employees don’t just improve—they evolve into full-blown Einsteins. With a cinematic approach, the ad strikes the perfect balance between humor and professionalism, offering a refreshing break from the typical B2B video.

The Formula (That Works at Any Budget):

Relatable Pain Points = Instant Engagement – The universal experience of workplace confusion hooks the audience immediately.
Lesson: Connect with your audience by highlighting a shared, easily recognizable challenge.

Show, Don’t Tell (With a Twist) – Rather than simply listing features, Salesforce visually turns confused employees into Einsteins, making AI feel intuitive.
Lesson: Use memorable visuals to simplify complex concepts and make them more accessible.

Humor (But Make It Smart) – The ad uses clever, self-deprecating humor to lighten the mood without going overboard.
Lesson: Smart, well-timed humor is often more effective than an overly comedic approach.

Brand Storytelling Over Hard Selling – Rather than a straightforward product demo, the ad builds a narrative around how Salesforce empowers its users.
Lesson: Great B2B ads entertain and educate while avoiding hard-selling tactics.

Final Verdict: A polished, engaging take on transforming workplace chaos with a smart Einstein twist. While the humor stays subtle, it’s an excellent example of how B2B video can both entertain and inform.

Brave-o-meter Score: 

B-6 | R-7 | A-7 | V-6 | E-6

BRAVE – 6.4/10 

Watch the full ad & learn more:

Website: https://www.salesforce.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/salesforce

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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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