Apple Intelligence | Catch up quick
A professional is asked to present and discuss key points in a meeting but faces a large amount of digital text on their laptop. Using Apple Intelligence’s Writing Tools, they quickly summarize the information. This allows them to catch up fast and confidently share the main insights with the group. The Formula (That Works at […]
Apple Intelligence | Change your tone
A frustrated office worker finds their pudding missing from the fridge. They angrily draft an email to the team — but before sending, they use Apple Intelligence’s writing tools to change the tone. The revised, friendlier message ends up working: the pudding reappears on their desk, along with a compliment on the email itself. It’s […]
Atlassian | “The Contract” | Zach Woods and Jira
Zach Woods plays a confused actor in a funny B2B ad for Jira. He thinks he’s about to get rich from “performance marketing.” But he didn’t read the contract. His payment depends on actual Jira sign-ups. He starts planning his dream life using Jira: a ski chalet, a chimp assistant, and a sake-only diet. But […]
ClickUp | ClickUp Writer’s Room
A team of creative professionals sits around a table in a writer’s room, brainstorming ideas for a ClickUp commercial. As they pitch increasingly absurd ideas—a talking dog that gives productivity tips, a superhero who fights procrastination, an alien using ClickUp—the ad plays out each concept as a quick cutaway. The chaos reflects how wild the […]
Salesforce | “OMG/YN”
Matthew McConaughey sits in an emergency room, visibly frustrated. A nurse informs him that his appointment was missed due to a scheduling error. McConaughey responds with a sarcastic “OMG/YN” (Oh My God/Yeah No), highlighting the inefficiency. The ad concludes with the message: “What AI was meant to be,” suggesting that Salesforce’s AI tool, Agentforce, can […]
Salesforce | “Not Cool”
This short, punchy ad shows a woman trying to look up a company on her phone, only to find…nothing. No website. No social presence. Her reaction? A disgusted “Not cool.” Salesforce uses this 15-second scene to highlight a very real pain point: if your business isn’t digital, you’re invisible. The Formula (That Works at Any […]
Join.me | Frantic
Join.me captures the high-stress chaos of trying to set up a meeting without reliable conferencing tools. A man scrambles through his office, balancing coffee, dodging colleagues, and shouting to get a meeting started — only to realize he doesn’t have the access code. The message? Meeting tools shouldn’t make meetings harder. Enter Join.me: simple, no-download […]
Horbito | Welcome to the new Cloud
Horbito introduces its browser-based cloud workspace from inside a cluttered garage workshop. The host, surrounded by wires, power tools, and workbenches, gives a hands-on demo of Horbito, emphasizing how it brings all your apps and cloud tools into a single, efficient browser environment. The space is messy but functional—just like your workflow before Horbito. The […]
Monday.com | Your team’s future depends on monday.com
Monday.com launches a high-stakes workplace parody that feels more like a Hollywood disaster trailer than a typical B2B commercial. The setting? A project spiraling into chaos. The tone? Urgent, dramatic, and over-the-top. From doomsday voiceovers to slow-motion collapses, the ad uses action movie tropes to dramatize what happens when your team doesn’t use Monday.com. Instead […]
SAP | Swimming in HR problems?
SAP turns a corporate HR nightmare into a literal flood. The video opens on an overwhelmed HR leader sitting in a rapidly flooding office—paperwork floating, employees flailing, and a clear sense of drowning in disorganization. But at the center of it all, the HR lead remains calm, dry, and in control. Why? Because SAP’s human […]
Workday | Rock Stars Undercover
In this Super Bowl-style B2B ad, Workday takes on a common office phrase: “You’re a rock star!” But instead of praise, the line sparks outrage—from actual rock stars. Legends like Ozzy Osbourne, Joan Jett, Billy Idol, and Gary Clark Jr. are not happy that corporate employees are being called “rock stars” for handling budgets and […]
Mosaik | Everybody’s Happy: the real estate music video
In this ad, Mosaik takes one of the most universally stressful experiences—buying or selling a home—and flips it into a full-blown musical number. Set in a hyper-polished suburban neighborhood, the ad features a cheerful real estate agent singing his way through every pain point of the home-buying process. But instead of listing features, he sells […]
Wix | Build a Professional Bookings Website
In this ad, Wix delivers a sharp, upbeat product demo that walks service professionals through how to create a bookings website—from adding services to syncing calendars. But here’s the twist: it’s not just functional. It’s fun. While the video focuses on clear UI walkthroughs and screen recordings, it also sprinkles in playful, fictional business names […]
Veritas Technologies | The Truth in Cloud: It’s not there.
In this satirical commercial, Veritas Technologies addresses a prevalent misconception in cloud computing: the belief that cloud service providers are solely responsible for data protection. The ad humorously underscores the importance of organizations taking proactive measures to safeguard their data, emphasizing that relying solely on cloud providers can lead to vulnerabilities. The Formula (That Works […]
Veritas Technologies | The Truth in Cloud: Are we down?
In this satirical commercial, Veritas Technologies addresses a common misconception in cloud computing: the belief that cloud service providers are solely responsible for data protection and uptime. The ad uses humor to highlight the critical importance of organizations taking proactive measures to safeguard their data, emphasizing that reliance on cloud providers alone can lead to […]
Wistia | This ad for Soapbox cost $100,000 to produce
In this ambitious commercial, Wistia explores the relationship between budget and creativity by producing three distinct ads for their video creation tool, Soapbox, each with a different budget: $1,000, $10,000, and $100,000. The $100,000 version showcases high-end production values, aiming to demonstrate how increased investment impacts the final product. The Formula (That Works at Any […]
Maersk | ‘Together, All The Way’
Maersk’s Together, All The Way is a cinematic portrayal of the company’s commitment to global connectivity. The ad follows the journey of a shipping container, illustrating the seamless integration of Maersk’s logistics services and the human stories intertwined with global trade. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget) Visual Storytelling = Emotional Engagement The ad […]
Maersk | All the way
In this powerful ad, Maersk highlights its essential role in global logistics, showcasing the smooth movement of goods and how the company connects businesses across continents. The ad underscores Maersk’s commitment to both innovation and sustainability, with a clear message about the company’s ability to drive change in the logistics industry. The Formula (That Works […]
Smartsheet | Power Your Process | Unprocessed
In this visually impactful ad, Smartsheet introduces the Power Your Process campaign. The video sets the stage in a chaotic, unorganized world where processes are non-existent, highlighting the struggle businesses face when there’s no workflow in place. It’s in this chaos that Smartsheet’s platform shines, offering a clear, efficient way to bring order and structure […]
Catchpoint | Transforming Network Insights for Better Sleep
In this product explainer ad, Catchpoint highlights the stress experienced by IT professionals who deal with network monitoring. The video opens with an engineer at his desk, visibly tired and overwhelmed by the network data displayed on his computer screens. He looks frustrated and exhausted, his body language reflecting the pressure of his job. There […]
Workato | Conducting Your Enterprise Symphony
In this ad, Workato transforms enterprise integration into a cinematic metaphor by comparing disconnected systems to a chaotic orchestra. The spot opens with a flustered conductor trying to manage an ensemble that’s completely out of sync—horns blaring off-beat, violins scraping dissonantly, and each section operating in isolation. It’s a sharp, visual dramatization of how misaligned […]
Fiverr | Need a Freelancer? Obviously Fiverr
In this fast-paced, exaggerated spot, Fiverr shows what happens when a business owner refuses to ask for help—especially when buried under paperwork and looming deadlines. The ad humorously reminds small business owners that they don’t have to do everything themselves. Fiverr exists to make hiring freelancers obvious, easy, and efficient. The Formula (That Works at […]
Dropbox Sign | Fall in love with an easier way to get work done
This Dropbox Sign ad tells a funny, relatable story: A woman goes on a first date… but brings her entire office setup with her. Why? She needs to receive, print, sign, scan, and send a document—right in the middle of a busy restaurant. When her printer jams during dinner, her date calmly introduces her to […]
Walkme | Walkme in real life
In this ad, WalkMe humorously imagines how its digital adoption platform could make life outside of work easier. The ad exaggerates real-life scenarios—like dealing with a smoking car engine, burning food, playing poker, and even helping a stranger give birth in a park—to show how WalkMe’s guidance could simplify even the most chaotic situations. The […]
Zendesk | “I like it when he gives me the business”
In this ad, Zendesk humorously personifies the relationship between a business and its customers. The narrative unfolds as a woman recounts her frustrations with her partner—who is revealed to be the business itself. She shares how the business’s poor customer service led her to publicly vent on social media, causing embarrassment. The ad emphasizes the […]
Veritas Technologies | The Truth in Cloud: This is impossible
In this ad, Veritas shows a team in an office, trying to figure out how to migrate to the cloud. The team struggles with the complexity of the task, surrounded by pizza, snacks, and coffee, trying to crack this “impossible” challenge. The ad emphasizes that cloud migration doesn’t have to be as difficult as it […]
Intuit Mailchimp | The Brain Finds A New Audience with Facebook Ads
In this ad, Mailchimp cleverly uses a plastic or glass-like brain model to visually explain how the platform acts as a “second brain” for marketers. Set up on a table, the brain model lights up in one specific section as the speaker explains how Mailchimp helps her find new audiences. This metaphorical brain highlights how […]
Wistia | This ad for Soapbox cost $10,000 to produce
Wistia’s ad is a fourth-wall-breaking, behind-the-scenes rollercoaster that turns a modest production budget into a full-on marketing flex. The message? You don’t need a massive budget to make great video—just a tool like Soapbox, and a little bit of know-how. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): Meta Commentary + Transparency = Instant CredibilityFrom the […]
WordPress.com | Build a website that can
WordPress.com’s ad is a punchy, fast-paced tribute to modern creators who are doing it all. From side hustlers to small businesses, it shows how WordPress can support whoever you are, whatever you do. With a mix of humor, speed, and creator energy, it positions WordPress not just as a website builder—but as a launchpad. The […]
Snowflake Inc | BI vs. IT: The Struggle for Data Ends Now
Snowflake delivers a comedic battle royale where BI (Business Intelligence) and IT teams square off in a parody of old-school workplace rivalries. In a world where dashboards duel databases, the ad dramatizes a real business pain point: siloed data teams fighting instead of collaborating. Snowflake steps in as the peacekeeper, turning conflict into clarity. The […]
TurboTax | Matchmaker × Jason Sudeikis
TurboTax’s “Matchmaker” ad starring Jason Sudeikis delivers a charming and quick-witted metaphor: finding the right tax expert is like finding the perfect match. With all the energy of a dating app and the polish of a premium rom-com trailer, the spot elevates a mundane tax task into a feel-good, human-centered experience. The Formula (That Works […]
Thinkbox | Happily Ever After
Thinkbox’s “Happily Ever After” flips the script on fairy tales with a hilarious twist: a love-struck, fire-breathing dragon discovers the power of TV advertising to win over his princess. This ad isn’t just a pitch for TV—it’s a story about storytelling itself. And in the process, it becomes a brilliant meta-ad for why TV works. […]
Squarespace | Sally’s Seashells × Zendaya
Zendaya stars in this modern twist on the classic tongue twister, “Sally sells seashells by the seashore,” reimagined as a story of entrepreneurial ambition powered by Squarespace. The ad traces Sally’s journey from beachside stand to e-commerce empire, all thanks to one thing: building her brand online. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): Familiar […]
Adobe | Billion Dolla
Adobe’s “Billion Dolla” ad is a wild, fast-paced creative fever dream that follows a young entrepreneur with an idea so big, even she can’t explain it—yet everyone wants in. The twist? She hasn’t built the product. She’s just got the deck. And it was made in Adobe. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): Big […]
Microsoft | #OriginalByDesign × Kiana Clay
Microsoft’s #OriginalByDesign campaign profiles Kiana Clay—adaptive athlete, entrepreneur, and a force of resilience—showcasing how Microsoft technology helps her defy limits, design her path, and keep pushing forward. It’s a stirring portrait of purpose, passion, and empowerment through tech. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): 1. Personal Storytelling = Deep Emotional EngagementThe ad zeroes in […]
HP | “Chain Reaction” featuring Aaron Takahashi
HP’s “Chain Reaction” ad stars Aaron Takahashi, who finds himself caught in a series of increasingly ridiculous events after a simple printer malfunction. What starts as a minor inconvenience quickly spirals into an uncontrollable chain of chaos—leading to an absurd sequence of mishaps that humorously highlight the frustrations of office technology. The Formula (That Works […]
Apple | The Whole Working-from-Home Thing
Apple’s “The Whole Working-from-Home Thing” ad brings the reality of remote work to life through the eyes of a diverse cast of employees juggling family, pets, and Zoom meetings. From a cat walking across a keyboard to a toddler interrupting a virtual presentation, Apple shows how its products make the WFH experience more manageable—and even […]
Paycom | Unnecessary Action Hero — Episode 5: Gymnastics
Paycom continues its Unnecessary Action Hero series with a delightfully absurd Episode 5, where our suited-up hero takes on the ultimate workplace villain: manually entering HR data. This time, he somersaults, cartwheels, and backflips his way across an office—gymnast-style—to deliver a message loud and clear: there’s an easier way to manage HR and payroll. The […]
ServiceNow | Connecting Corners with AI
This cinematic ad from ServiceNow explores what happens when departments work in silos—emails get missed, teams misalign, and time is wasted. But with AI quietly connecting the dots, work starts to flow. The message? ServiceNow helps your business run smarter by bringing everything—and everyone—together. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): Everyday Inefficiencies = Built-In […]
Okta | That’s Not the Father
Okta flips daytime TV drama into IT comedy gold in this identity-first security spot. Set on a spoof of a Maury-style show, an emotional employee is shocked to discover—live on stage—that the man who logged into her system is not her actual coworker. Enter: the punchline, and the problem—your company’s security is only as strong […]
Okta | “That’s My IT Guy.”
Okta’s ad spins the usually invisible world of IT into the spotlight—with a twist of spy drama. When a cyberattack threatens a company, one employee proudly proclaims, “That’s my IT guy!” as their identity security expert pulls off the ultimate digital rescue. It’s sleek, dramatic, and glorifies the unsung heroes of the digital age. The […]
HubSpot | Have you heard of HubSpot?
HubSpot’s ad leans into one of the oldest marketing truths: word-of-mouth wins. But here, it’s turned into a full-on absurdist sketch. Everyone’s heard of HubSpot—except the one person who hasn’t. What unfolds is a surreal, energetic spiral of over-the-top reactions, all centered around one hilarious truth: it’s kind of weird not to know HubSpot at […]
Phonexa | The Startup
This ad from Phonexa leans all the way into startup clichés—with dramatic lighting, motivational quotes, and a hilariously self-serious founder who thinks he’s building the next big thing (spoiler: it’s socks). It’s a pitch-perfect parody that shines a light on overhyped startup culture while cleverly positioning Phonexa as the grown-up in the room. The Formula […]
GoDaddy | Classy Lookin’ Logo
GoDaddy’s latest ad, Classy Lookin’ Logo, injects humor into the often-stressful process of creating the perfect brand identity. The ad showcases an entrepreneur who gets way too carried away with designing a logo, illustrating how easy it is to overcomplicate things. Enter GoDaddy’s simple, sleek solutions to save the day, showing that building your business […]
GoDaddy | GoDaddy Airo® Can – Friendship Saver
GoDaddy continues its surreal streak with “Friendship Saver,” an ad where two friends nearly implode over a heated name debate for a new business. Enter GoDaddy Airo®—the AI tool that swoops in like a digital best friend, solving naming crises and saving friendships with just a few clicks. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): […]
Monday.com | for whatever you run
Monday.com’s latest ad takes a creative leap by portraying a business being run inside an orca. This imaginative setting underscores the platform’s versatility, emphasizing that no matter how unconventional or unique your business environment might be—even inside a giant marine mammal—Monday.com can adapt to your needs. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): Unconventional Setting […]
SAP | When Business Works Together
SAP’s “When Business Works Together” ad focuses on the power of collaboration in business, showing how different organizations, when aligned and using the right tools, can achieve extraordinary results. The ad emphasizes SAP’s role in creating seamless connections across various functions, helping businesses achieve greater efficiency and success. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): […]
HubSpot | Spread Too Thin
HubSpot’s “Spread Too Thin” ad humorously highlights the chaotic and overwhelming life of a small business owner trying to juggle everything. Through relatable scenarios, the ad effectively underscores the difficulties faced by entrepreneurs who handle marketing, sales, and customer support all at once. By showcasing the struggle, HubSpot presents its software as the perfect solution […]
AppsFlyer |Return to Growth With Data You Can Trust
This sleek, cinematic ad from AppsFlyer leans into the existential crisis of modern marketing: how do you grow when you can’t trust your data? Set against dramatic music and high-contrast visuals, “Return to Growth” positions AppsFlyer as the north star in a chaotic, privacy-regulated landscape. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): Big Stakes Language […]
Teamwork.com | The Client: Part Three
In the third installment of its ongoing mockumentary series, Teamwork.com dives deeper into the painful, hilarious dynamics between chaotic agencies and impossible clients. “The Client: Part Three” features passive-aggressive feedback, contradictory demands, and the never-ending “final, final” revision cycle—all too real for agency folks. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): Mockumentary Format = Built-in […]
