Flux | a better way to make hardware
Flux’s ad showcases how their technology transforms hardware design and production. It targets engineers and product designers, highlighting how Flux simplifies and streamlines the process of creating and manufacturing hardware by leveraging modern tools and methodologies. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): Clear Problem + Innovative Solution = Instant Connection – The ad starts […]
Motion Array | So Easy
Motion Array’s “So Easy” is a playful and simple ad that emphasizes the ease of use and accessibility of their video creation tools. With a direct appeal to creators and editors, the ad highlights how Motion Array streamlines the video production process, making it quick and effortless for users to create professional-grade content. The Formula […]
WeTransfer | Doubt. Create. Repeat.
WeTransfer’s film “Doubt. Create. Repeat.” isn’t a typical B2B ad—it’s a poetic manifesto. Stripped of product demos or punchlines, the spot dives deep into the raw, often messy emotional experience of creating. It acknowledges the self-doubt, the imposter syndrome, the creative block—and then gently reminds creators to keep going anyway. The Formula (That Works at […]
Wrike | AL – Less Exciting Full – 1:11 – EN
Wrike’s ad, “AL – Less Exciting,” flips the script on the typical AI hype train by giving us Al, an average guy who’s not exactly revolutionizing the workplace. The joke? Everyone thought they were getting cutting-edge AI, but instead, they got… Al. It’s a deadpan, clever way to contrast the chaos of ineffective project management […]
Apple | Escape from the office
Apple’s “Escape from the Office” is a cinematic, 9-minute comedy that feels more like a short film than a commercial—and that’s exactly the point. It follows a scrappy team of corporate misfits as they quit their soul-sucking jobs to build a startup, powered entirely by Apple’s business tools. It’s part heist film, part underdog story, […]
Synthesia | Welcome to Synthesia
Synthesia’s “Welcome to Synthesia” ad doesn’t just explain what they do—it shows it. Created entirely using their AI avatars and voiceovers, the ad puts their own product on display from the very first frame. It’s polished, to-the-point, and just futuristic enough to make you raise an eyebrow (in a good way). The Formula (That Works […]
Intuit QuickBooks | Presents: The New Business Dilemma
QuickBooks brings a fresh perspective to the struggles of new business owners in their ad, The New Business Dilemma. With a clever mix of wit and relatability, this ad highlights the often-overlooked complexities of entrepreneurship, while positioning QuickBooks as the seamless solution to those overwhelming “what now?” moments. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): […]
HoneyBook | The One-Stop Shop for Your Business
HoneyBook’s ad ditches buzzwords and decks in favor of pure personality. Set in a colorful, fast-paced world of small business chaos, it shows just how many hats solopreneurs wear—and how much easier life becomes when everything runs through HoneyBook. Think of it as a 60-second stress spiral turned productivity fantasy. The Formula (That Works at […]
SAP | Product Promotion
SAP’s “Product Promotion” ad is a whirlwind of corporate clichés, over-the-top metaphors, and fast-paced editing—all wrapped in a tongue-in-cheek narrative that mocks the typical jargon-heavy product demo while still delivering a compelling case for SAP’s business solutions. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): Corporate Satire Meets Real Solutions – The ad begins with a […]
Resilience | “The Argument”
In “The Argument,” Resilience takes us into the world of a heated workplace discussion where everything goes wrong—thanks to the chaos that ensues when people stop listening. The ad showcases how failing to address challenges head-on can create unnecessary confusion. Resilience offers a solution that helps organizations steer clear of these miscommunications and stay focused […]
NerdWallet | Future You
In “Future You,” NerdWallet takes a simple financial planning benefit and gives it a wildly imaginative twist—your future self shows up to let you know just how much better life can be when you make smart money moves today. Whether it’s buying a home, starting a business, or just having peace of mind, this ad […]
ClickUp | Returning To Work | Lunch For The Office
ClickUp’s “Returning to Work: Lunch For The Office” is a pitch-perfect office satire that nails the chaos of hybrid work culture. When a well-meaning employee tries to coordinate lunch for the office, it spirals into a frenzy of slack pings, passive-aggressive edits, timezone mix-ups, and dietary chaos—all to highlight the pain of scattered workflows. It’s […]
Alibaba.com | Will Meets Way
Alibaba.com’s “Will Meets Way” is an emotional, cinematic tribute to the resilience of entrepreneurs. Through real-world business owners from around the globe, the spot tells the story of how grit, creativity, and determination meet the right tools (aka Alibaba.com) to turn big dreams into scalable businesses. It’s not a joke-heavy B2B ad—but it’s proof that […]
Umault | B2B Never Dies – A B2B marketer is bitten by a zombie
What happens when traditional B2B marketing just won’t die? Umalt’s ad takes a hilariously dark twist on outdated marketing tactics—literally turning them into the walking dead. The ad follows a B2B marketer bitten by a “zombie” of bad marketing, transforming into a lifeless, buzzword-spouting creature, unable to resist the siren call of bland messaging and […]
Gusto | If you had to choose… herding cats or building a benefits package?
Gusto takes a literal approach to a common workplace frustration, comparing the pain of managing employee benefits to the even more impossible task of herding cats. By leaning into absurdity—complete with a room full of uncooperative felines—the ad makes a clear, relatable point: HR tasks shouldn’t be this hard. The Formula (That Works at Any […]
Amazon Business | Leo’s Inventions – Smart Business Buying
Amazon Business delivers a charming blend of humor and absurdity in this ad, featuring Leo, a self-proclaimed inventor who thinks innovation means overcomplicating everything. While Leo designs comically unnecessary contraptions, Amazon Business proves that smart business buying doesn’t have to be complicated—just streamlined, efficient, and hassle-free. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): Over-Complication = […]
Adobe | The Heist
Adobe flips the typical high-stakes heist story on its head with a hilarious twist: in a world of cutting-edge security, the real challenge isn’t cracking a safe—it’s opening a simple PDF. The ad leans into spy-movie tropes before delivering a perfectly absurd punchline, making Adobe Acrobat the unexpected hero of the mission. The Formula (That […]
Slack | “So Yeah, We Tried Slack…”
Slack’s ad, “So Yeah, We Tried Slack…”, brilliantly captures the before-and-after chaos of workplace communication. It plays out like a mockumentary, featuring employees trapped in a productivity nightmare—endless email threads, lost messages, and confusion—until Slack swoops in to save the day. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): Exaggerate the Pain Points – The ad […]
Figma | Figma Slides: All hands on deck
Figma’s ad for Figma Slides transforms a dull, predictable corporate meeting into a chaotic, high-stakes naval operation. With a full-blown war room atmosphere, flashing alerts, and a captain barking orders, the ad turns last-minute slide edits into a dramatic crisis—until Figma Slides swoops in to restore order. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): High-Stakes […]
Monday CRM | CRMCare.org by monday CRM
Monday CRM takes a satirical jab at the struggles of bad CRM software by framing it as a humanitarian crisis. CRMCare.org—a fictional relief organization—”rescues” teams from outdated, inefficient CRMs, treating their suffering as a dire emergency. The ad blends mock-serious philanthropy with over-the-top dramatization to hammer home the pain of clunky CRMs and the relief […]
Volvo | When CEO of Volvo Pulled An Insane Marketing Stunt
Volvo pulls off a high-risk, high-reward marketing stunt that instantly grabs attention. Instead of relying on traditional ads, Volvo’s CEO steps into the spotlight—literally—demonstrating the company’s unwavering commitment to safety and innovation in a way that’s impossible to ignore. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): CEO as the Ultimate Brand Ambassador – Rather than […]
Air.Inc | BREAKING: Bonnie Blue reacts to new ‘world record’ holder
Air pulls a marketing masterstroke by hijacking a real-world controversy to call out a competitor. Instead of running from Bonnie Blue’s reputation issues, they flip the script—using her as a mouthpiece to expose industry hypocrisy. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): Real-World Controversy = Built-In Virality – Bonnie Blue was already in hot water, […]
Malwarebytes | Ms. Clicks on Sh!t
We all know someone like Ms. Clicks on Sh!t—reckless with emails, oblivious to phishing scams, and a walking IT nightmare. Malwarebytes takes this universal office character and runs with it, turning cybersecurity awareness into pure entertainment. Instead of a dry explainer about malware protection, this ad delivers a full-on sitcom scenario, complete with dramatic music, […]
Squarespace | Bakery
Squarespace’s “Bakery” ad is a visually engaging piece that highlights how the platform empowers small business owners to establish a compelling online presence. Set in a charming bakery, the ad underscores the seamless integration of Squarespace’s tools to showcase products and connect with customers effectively. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): Authentic Setting = […]
Comcast Business | Impossible Shot
Perplexity | “The Know-It-Alls”
Imagine a world where AI doesn’t just assist—it knows everything. That’s the unsettling yet intriguing premise of Perplexity’s cinematic new spot, “The Know-It-Alls.” Shot like a sci-fi thriller, the ad leans into the eerie omniscience of AI, blurring the line between curiosity and absolute knowledge. Rather than a standard product demo, this is world-building at […]
Progressive Insurance | Parties By Payton
Running a small business can be unpredictable, and Payton’s party planning business is no exception. Her attempts to throw the perfect event for every client inevitably go awry—guests arrive too early, supplies run out, and there’s no backup plan when things go sideways. Sound familiar? In this ad, Progressive cleverly illustrates how their business insurance […]
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 […]
Panaya | The Twilight of Testing – What Keeps IT & Test Managers Up at Night
Software testing might not seem like thriller material—until you’re the one responsible for catching every bug before a major release. Panaya’s latest ad plays on this very real anxiety, turning IT and test managers’ worst nightmares into a cinematic suspense story. With eerie lighting, dramatic tension, and a protagonist slowly unraveling under the pressure, it’s […]
Mailchimp | Turn Clustomers into Customers
Ever feel like your marketing is attracting all the wrong people? Intuit Mailchimp takes that struggle and turns it into a crime scene, investigating a classic marketing fail: clustomers—the confused, uninterested, totally-not-your-target-audience people filling up your lists. From nonsense product recommendations to customers who don’t even know why they’re there, this ad perfectly captures the […]
CAKE.com | Keep Work Out of Your Bathroom
Welcome to the golden age of remote work, where flexibility reigns—your office is anywhere with Wi-Fi, lunch breaks are on your terms, and pants? Optional. But there’s a catch: work never really stops. Cake.com’s latest ad cleverly highlights this modern dilemma with a scenario that’s all too relatable—an employee working straight from the bathroom. Who […]
Adobe | Funny “Robot” Ads for Adobe Marketing Cloud
In a world where marketing automation can feel robotic, Adobe’s ad series embraces the idea with humor and cleverness. By imagining a world where robots take over the marketing duties, Adobe explores the challenges and absurdities that come with relying too much on automation. The robots may be trying to help, but their “help” is […]
ZoomInfo | Finding Gold with ZoomInfo
Sales prospecting doesn’t have to feel like a shot in the dark. ZoomInfo’s ad brings the power of AI to the forefront, transforming the often tedious task of finding leads into a streamlined, goldmine process. This ad shows how quickly and efficiently ZoomInfo’s AI-powered platform can turn raw data into actionable insights, allowing sales teams […]
Splunk | SOC Stars
In a world full of IT chaos, Splunk’s “SOC Stars” ad brings a burst of energy by spotlighting the often-unsung heroes of the security operations center (SOC). The ad imagines SOC professionals as rock stars, expertly navigating the complex, high-stakes world of cybersecurity with style and precision. With a mix of fun and insight, Splunk […]
Pendo | Sounds of frustration
Pendo’s “Sounds of Frustration” ad nails the challenges product teams face, highlighting the frustration that comes with managing customer experiences and feedback. Through a series of relatable scenarios, the ad turns common pain points into an entertaining symphony of frustration. It creatively showcases how Pendo helps turn these struggles into opportunities for improvement, all while […]
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 […]
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): […]
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 | 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 […]
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 | 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 […]
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 […]
