1Password | Stop Bad Actors with Tommy Wiseau
When you think of online security, the last thing that probably comes to mind is a quirky actor from a cult classic film. Yet, 1Password pulls off a perfect blend of humor and security awareness by casting Tommy Wiseau, the iconic star of The Room, in this unforgettable ad. His unique energy and signature delivery […]
Hootsuite | Hootsuite Parks & Rec
If you’re a fan of Parks and Recreation, you know the charm of Leslie Knope and her unrelenting dedication to her work. Hootsuite taps into that charm and nostalgia by recreating the spirit of Parks and Rec in their ad, blending social media management with humor and a sense of camaraderie. The ad takes us […]
HP.com | Phish in a Barrel
HP’s “Phish in a Barrel” commercial tackles the ongoing problem of cybersecurity threats, specifically phishing attacks, with a blend of humor and serious messaging. By exaggerating the ease with which hackers can target vulnerable systems, HP highlights the need for strong, reliable security solutions to protect against these growing threats. The Formula (That Works at […]
Teamwork.com | The Client: Part Deux
Project management can be a battlefield, and Teamwork.com leans all the way into the chaos with The Client: Part Deux. It’s a high-stakes, action-movie sequel—only instead of spies and explosions, it’s missed deadlines, scope creep, and impossible client demands. This ad isn’t just clever; it’s a self-aware, over-the-top dramatization of every agency’s worst nightmare. And […]
Fiverr | Rethink What’s Possible With Martha Stewart
Martha Stewart isn’t just baking cookies—she’s baking business strategies. Fiverr’s latest ad takes an unexpected but brilliant turn, casting the lifestyle mogul as the ultimate problem-solver for modern entrepreneurs. The message? With Fiverr’s talent marketplace, even the wildest business ideas can become reality. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): Unexpected Celebrity = Instant Attention […]
Wix | Things You’d Rather Do Than Watch Another Wix Ad
Wix knows exactly what you’re thinking: “Not another website builder ad.” So instead of fighting it, they lean all the way in—turning that skepticism into pure entertainment. This ad doesn’t just acknowledge ad fatigue; it turns it into the entire premise, making for a self-aware, fast-paced ride that keeps you hooked until the very end. […]
UPS | Television Commercial | 2004
UPS keeps it simple, yet effective, with a direct and customer-focused message: What can Brown do for you? This 2004 ad isn’t flashy, but it doesn’t need to be. Instead of gimmicks or over-the-top storytelling, UPS leans into a straight-talking, service-first approach that reinforces reliability, speed, and trust. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): […]
Wix | Moving on with Barry: My Website From Hell (episode 252)
Stuck in the past? You’re not alone. This Wix ad takes a common B2B problem—outdated, dysfunctional websites—and turns it into a mock reality show intervention. The result? A clever, lighthearted way to highlight how Wix Studio helps businesses break free from bad web design decisions. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): Relatable Pain Point […]
GoDaddy | Act Like You Know :30 | GoDaddy Super Bowl Commercial 2025
Let’s face it—most of us are just faking it until we make it. We nod confidently in meetings, toss around buzzwords, and hope no one asks us to explain what “leveraging synergies” really means. GoDaddy’s latest ad, Act Like You Know, highlights this perfectly, showing even professional actors can miss the mark when they don’t […]
Squarespace | A Tale As Old As Websites | Big Game Commercial 2025
Squarespace’s 2025 Super Bowl ad, A Tale As Old As Websites, brings a fresh and whimsical twist to the world of website building. Starring actor Barry Keoghan, this ad humorously takes us back to the Irish countryside where Keoghan delivers laptops to local residents, empowering them to create their own websites and launch businesses through […]
Squarespace | How To Sell Bathing Baritones
Selling handcrafted soaps is one thing. Selling them with an operatic twist? That’s a branding challenge—until Squarespace steps in. This ad turns an unusual business concept into a full-blown production, proving that with the right website, you can sell just about anything. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget) Absurd Premise, Real Takeaway – The […]
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 […]
Workday | We’re All Rock Stars
When everyone in the office starts calling themselves a “rock star,” what happens when actual rock legends show up to set the record straight? Workday’s Super Bowl ad brings out the big guns—Paul Stanley, Ozzy Osbourne, and more—to hilariously remind corporate America that finance and HR teams might be great, but they’re not headlining a […]
T-Mobile | Sprint Wireless/Nextel Commercial 2006 ‘Office Dancing’
Some ads sell a product. Others sell a vibe. Nextel’s “Office Dancing” commercial does both—blending corporate absurdity with impeccable comedic timing to position its push-to-talk service as the secret weapon for peak workplace efficiency. At first glance, it’s just three middle-aged office guys dancing like no one’s watching. But look closer, and the ad delivers […]
T-Mobile | Sprint: Business is Beautiful
In the world of B2B advertising, there’s a fine line between making business sound sleek and making it sound completely unrelatable. T-Mobile’s “Business is Beautiful” ad, created after the Sprint acquisition, strikes the perfect balance between humor, clever messaging, and showcasing a very real business challenge: improving communications and streamlining operations. The commercial is filled […]
Webex | Webex Commercial
Webex brings the workplace to life in their ad by cleverly showcasing how technology can transform mundane meetings into more engaging, productive experiences. With a focus on the power of video collaboration, Webex highlights the seamless integration of their platform into everyday business communication. The ad does a great job of demonstrating the efficiency and […]
HP | EDS Commercial – IT Department
In this humorous ad, HP and EDS (Electronic Data Systems) dive into the often-chaotic world of IT departments. The commercial humorously depicts the frustration of working with outdated, unreliable technology and the overburdened IT professionals who have to fix it. By showcasing these struggles, the ad positions HP’s solutions as the perfect fix for all […]
HP | EDS “Airplane”
In this classic HP and EDS commercial, the ad imagines a humorous scenario where an airplane’s complex systems are being operated in a disorganized, chaotic manner—illustrating what happens when business processes aren’t handled properly. The premise: EDS’s solutions are the equivalent of the reliable, streamlined systems that would make this airplane run smoothly. The humor […]
HP | EDS, an HP Company ‘Cat Herders’
In this iconic HP ad, EDS (now part of HP) cleverly tackles the chaotic and challenging nature of managing complex business processes. The ad uses the metaphor of herding cats to illustrate how difficult it can be to manage systems that are constantly in disarray or poorly coordinated. The humor comes from the absurdity of […]
FedEx | 2004 FedEx Commercial
This classic 2004 FedEx ad uses a simple, humorous setup to showcase how essential the company is for timely deliveries. The ad focuses on the idea that no matter what, FedEx will always ensure that packages get to their destination, even in the most extreme circumstances. The clever twist in the ad comes when an […]
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 […]
FedEx | Funny Caveman FedEx Commercial – 2006 Super Bowl XL
FedEx’s 2006 Super Bowl ad brings humor to the forefront with a caveman-themed commercial that illustrates the lengths a FedEx driver goes to for an important delivery. The caveman, frustrated by the inefficiency of his ancient methods of transportation, becomes the perfect comedic counterpart to FedEx’s fast, reliable service. This ad’s blend of humor and […]
FedEx | FedEx (2004) Television Commercial
FedEx’s 2004 commercial takes a humorous approach to highlight the company’s commitment to speed and reliability in the world of shipping. The ad shows a group of workers in an office setting desperately trying to get a critical package to its destination, but things take an unexpected turn when the package is mistakenly shipped to […]
Xerox | Virgin America & Xerox Funny New Commercial
This commercial by Xerox partners with Virgin America to combine innovation with humor. The ad takes a witty approach, showing how the Xerox service can improve productivity and efficiency in everyday business settings. The humor is built around exaggerated, comically chaotic office situations where the Virgin America crew members are seen interacting with the Xerox […]
Xerox | Marriott Hotels _ Resorts Automates Invoicing with Xerox
In this commercial, Xerox partners with Marriott Hotels & Resorts to demonstrate how their automation solutions streamline business operations, specifically focusing on invoicing. The ad takes a straightforward, solution-driven approach, highlighting the complexity of traditional invoicing systems and showing how Xerox’s automation cuts through the chaos, saving time and resources. While not centered on humor, […]
Xerox | Copiserv TV – Xerox & Brother Dominic Celebrating 40 Years of Miracles
This commercial celebrates 40 years of Xerox’s collaboration with Brother Dominic and his team at Copiserv, a leading document solutions provider. The ad features a quirky, somewhat humorous take on their longstanding partnership, showing Brother Dominic’s “miraculous” document solutions that have made a significant impact on businesses. The tone is lighthearted, blending a sense of […]
Xerox | Football & Process Mapping
In this ad, Xerox uses a clever analogy between football and process mapping to showcase how their solutions can streamline workflows and improve business processes. The commercial humorously compares the strategic planning and precision of a football game to the step-by-step organization of business operations. The idea is that just like a football team needs […]
Xerox | 1976 Super Bowl 10 – Xerox Monks Commercial
This 1976 Super Bowl commercial by Xerox takes a whimsical approach to promote their innovative copying technology, featuring monks performing a rather unexpected task: making copies. In a world before digital technology, the ad humorously imagines monks meticulously copying texts by hand and then showcasing how Xerox’s copier could streamline the process. The humor lies […]
Salesforce |What is Salesforce Customer 360?
Salesforce’s What is Salesforce Customer 360? ad breaks down the concept of the Salesforce Customer 360 platform through a clever, engaging approach. By highlighting the interconnectedness of customer data and how it empowers businesses, Salesforce emphasizes the ease of unifying different parts of the customer journey. The ad uses a lively narrative to showcase how […]
Zendesk | Champions of Many Happy Returns
Zendesk’s Champions of Many Happy Returns ad offers a humorous and heartwarming take on customer service. In this commercial, Zendesk highlights the power of good customer service in creating positive, memorable experiences for both customers and businesses. The ad follows a series of “returns,” where a variety of characters experience stellar customer service that solves […]
Webflow | If life were like web design
Webflow’s If Life Were Like Web Design commercial plays with the idea of taking the frustrations of everyday life and applying the complexities of web design to them. The ad humorously exaggerates how life would be if we had to “design” every little detail, from interactions to appearances, as one might design a website. It’s […]
Next Insurance | The Insurance of Your Small Business Dreams
Next Insurance’s The Insurance of Your Small Business Dreams commercial taps into the dreams and aspirations of small business owners, providing a clever spin on what happens when things go wrong in the business world. The ad emphasizes the ease and importance of getting the right coverage to protect your business, all while showcasing how […]
Wix | The Update Button of Doom | You Deserve Better
Want to call out your competitor? Wix did it flawlessly. We’ve all been there—watching in horror as a “simple update” breaks everything, spiraling into a nightmare of errors, glitches, and wasted hours. Wix didn’t just acknowledge this universal frustration—they weaponized it, turning WordPress users’ biggest pain points into a sharp, witty takedown. Rather than tiptoeing […]
Zendesk | Tales of Customer Service, featuring Drizly
Zendesk’s Tales of Customer Service commercial featuring Drizly cleverly blends real-world customer service challenges with humor, offering a lighthearted yet effective look at how Zendesk can help businesses manage customer service interactions. The ad showcases a situation where Drizly’s customer service team, aided by Zendesk, smoothly handles the chaos that could easily spiral out of […]
Perimeter 81 | Introduces: The Cybersecurity Experience Platform
Perimeter 81’s Cybersecurity Experience Platform ad cleverly positions cybersecurity as both essential and easy to manage, using an engaging and futuristic approach. With a slick, high-tech feel and a well-paced narrative, the ad showcases how Perimeter 81 transforms complex cybersecurity into a seamless experience. Rather than focusing solely on the technical jargon, the ad makes […]
Modern Treasury | Move money easier, grow faster with Modern Treasury
Modern Treasury’s ad efficiently conveys the ease and speed of handling business payments and money transfers. By focusing on the core benefits of streamlining financial operations, the ad highlights the product’s simplicity and efficiency. The visuals reinforce how effortless it is to integrate and automate payments, allowing businesses to focus on growth rather than administrative […]
FedEx | FedEx commercial with John Moschitta
This iconic FedEx commercial, featuring John Moschitta, is a fast-paced, comedic ad that delivers the company’s core message of fast, reliable delivery with style. Known for Moschitta’s speed-talking skills, the ad cleverly emphasizes the speed and efficiency that FedEx offers while maintaining an energetic, entertaining pace. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget) Speed Equals […]
AOL | David Cross AOL Commercial (1995)
In this quirky 1995 commercial, comedian David Cross takes the spotlight in an ad that cleverly highlights AOL’s internet services in a way that only a late-90s comedy could. Using a mix of dry humor and absurdity, the commercial presents AOL as a must-have for anyone looking to connect with the world, all while underlining […]
Compaq | “I Wouldn’t Watch This Commercial” – JOHN CLEESE
In this hilarious commercial, the legendary John Cleese takes the reins with a sarcastic twist, telling viewers that they shouldn’t even bother watching the ad. But in classic Cleese style, he doesn’t just stop there—he gives the audience every reason why Compaq is a great choice for their computing needs, all while dismissing the typical […]
Microsoft | Windows 1.0 with Steve Ballmer
In this energetic and nostalgic commercial, Steve Ballmer, in all his exuberance, introduces the world to Windows 1.0. With the over-the-top enthusiasm he’s known for, Ballmer delivers a high-energy pitch for the groundbreaking software, making it seem like a life-changing product. His wild gestures and passionate delivery capture the excitement surrounding the launch of Windows […]
MNTN | Steve-O Demos MNTN – The Hottest Software in TV [Spicy Cut]
Ryan Reynolds just changed the game for explainer videos—no more dull, lifeless demos. It was about time. We’ve all endured those tedious product pitches that make watching paint dry seem exciting. MNTN saw that formula and said, “Let’s make it hurt.” Enter Steve-O, a man known for his questionable life choices, sweating through a fire-breathing […]
Upwork | Nepotism
This ad from Upwork takes a sharp, humorous look at nepotism in the workplace, highlighting how hiring within the family can sometimes lead to questionable, if not downright ridiculous, decisions. With a comedic tone, the ad presents a scenario where the over-the-top benefits of nepotism—hiring a family member who is clearly underqualified—are shown in contrast […]
Basecamp | “The Future – Device
Basecamp’s “The Future – Device” ad takes a minimalist approach, utilizing dry humor and a stark visual style to make a memorable point about the simplicity of their project management platform. The ad imagines a world where over-engineered, hyper-connected devices have taken over, showcasing that no matter how advanced technology becomes, the basic need for […]
Cloudbeds | No More Operating the Old Way
Cloudbeds’ “No More Operating the Old Way” ad takes aim at the outdated, inefficient methods of hotel management. With a mix of directness and humor, the ad highlights how clinging to traditional practices only leads to frustration and errors, whereas Cloudbeds offers a streamlined, modern solution to run a hotel business more efficiently. The commercial […]
MCI | MCI Commercial
MCI’s “MCI Commercial” ad is a classic example of early 2000s B2B marketing aimed at showcasing the company’s capabilities in telecommunications. It focuses on emphasizing MCI’s ability to offer reliable, large-scale solutions for businesses looking to enhance their communication systems. The ad uses a straightforward approach, detailing the benefits of MCI’s services while positioning them […]
IBM | IBM Typewriters Super Bowl Commercial ’86
IBM’s “IBM Typewriters” ad from the 1986 Super Bowl is a vintage gem of B2B advertising, designed to showcase IBM’s dominance in the typewriter market. The commercial uses humor and an exaggerated scenario to highlight the reliability and speed of IBM’s typewriters compared to the competition. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget) Exaggeration = […]
AT&T | Family Business
AT&T’s “Family Business” commercial showcases how their communication services can help streamline family connections while highlighting the sometimes-chaotic yet lovable dynamics of a family business. Through humor and relatable situations, AT&T positions itself as the reliable backbone for both personal and professional communication needs. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget) Relatable Family Dynamics = […]
Cloudbeds | Revenge of the Traveler – Life Before Cloudbeds
Cloudbeds takes us on a time-traveling journey in “Revenge of the Traveler – Life Before Cloudbeds”, showing the chaotic and outdated methods hotels used to manage reservations before embracing the modern, efficient solution Cloudbeds offers. Through humor and exaggerated scenarios, the ad highlights the struggles of the past while positioning Cloudbeds as the ultimate game-changer […]
Monday.com | The first work platform you’ll love to use
In “The First Work Platform You’ll Love to Use”, Monday.com sets itself apart by making the work management process fun, engaging, and downright lovable. By showcasing a mix of playful humor and relatable frustrations, this ad positions Monday.com as the work platform that transforms tedious tasks into something you actually want to use. It’s not […]
Oracle | Oracle Commercial
Oracle’s “Oracle Commercial” dives into the world of advanced data solutions with a sense of high-tech sophistication. The commercial emphasizes Oracle’s role as a leader in helping businesses make smarter, more informed decisions by harnessing the power of cloud technology and data analytics. The ad captures the essence of cutting-edge innovation, offering viewers a glimpse […]
