Monday.com | Back to the office (or not)
This Monday.com ad captures the awkward limbo of hybrid work culture by following one employee’s very literal and very funny attempt to “return to the office.” As the camera follows her through parks, stairwells, and near-empty conference rooms, it becomes clear: the workplace isn’t one place anymore—and that’s exactly why Monday.com exists. The Formula (That […]
WalkMe | Employee Frustration can be Difficult to Diagnose
WalkMe’s ad takes a humorous and insightful approach to highlighting employee frustrations in the workplace. The ad features a comical “diagnosis” of a worker’s frustration with technology. The scenario uses a doctor-patient dynamic, where the employee’s frustrations are misinterpreted and treated as something far more complex than they are. Ultimately, WalkMe positions itself as the […]
WalkMe | Imagine a couples therapy session with your software! #2
In WalkMe’s second ad in the therapy series, the focus shifts to a hilarious and relatable couples therapy session—this time between a software and its user. The user voices all their frustrations with the software, while the software gets a chance to defend itself. The comedic portrayal highlights the miscommunications and unmet expectations that occur […]
WalkMe | What would your software say to you in therapy? #1
WalkMe’s ad takes a humorous look at the relationship people have with software. The ad imagines a software program going through therapy to voice all its frustrations about being misused, misunderstood, and underappreciated by its users. This comedic take offers a light-hearted approach to the challenges of tech adoption and user experience, highlighting how WalkMe […]
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): […]
GoDaddy | GoDaddy Airo® Can – Tube Man
GoDaddy’s “Tube Man” ad takes a literal wind-powered marketing gimmick—the wacky inflatable tube guy—and brings it into the AI era. The spot introduces GoDaddy Airo®, their AI-powered tool for small businesses, by imagining what happens when even the Tube Man gets an upgrade. It’s fast-paced, ridiculous, and delightfully self-aware, targeting entrepreneurs who want to make […]
Workbooks | the No BS CRM
Workbooks’ “No BS CRM” campaign takes a bold and humorous approach to highlight the frustrations many businesses face with traditional CRM systems. By using exaggerated scenarios and a candid tone, the ad positions Workbooks as a straightforward, reliable alternative for midsize businesses seeking a no-nonsense CRM solution. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): Humorous […]
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): […]
UKG | Fairytale Workplace
UKG’s “Fairytale Workplace” ad takes a lighthearted approach to address workplace challenges by presenting a fantastical world where everything works perfectly — employees are always happy, tasks are completed effortlessly, and everyone works in perfect harmony. The ad contrasts this idyllic fantasy with the reality of many organizations, where things aren’t always so smooth, and […]
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 […]
Slack | Sandwich works from home
Slack’s “Sandwich Works From Home” ad cleverly reimagines the workplace dynamic, turning a simple, relatable scenario into a funny yet insightful commentary on modern office life. The spot follows a sandwich-maker working from home, creating a humorous parallel between the complexities of remote work and the classic sandwich-making process. Slack positions itself as the tool […]
Monday.com | The platform where everyone manages work, their way
Monday.com’s ad presents the flexibility of its platform, emphasizing how it allows teams to manage work in a way that suits their unique needs and workflows. It showcases how the platform adapts to various industries, allowing businesses to streamline tasks and collaborate effectively, no matter their specific processes. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): […]
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 […]
Squarespace | Launch It
In “Launch It,” Squarespace delivers a sleek, cinematic ode to entrepreneurs, creators, and dreamers who are ready to take their ideas live. With a dramatic tone and striking visuals, the ad positions Squarespace as the go-to launchpad for building your brand, business, or personal platform online. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): High Stakes […]
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 […]
Square | Open Everywhere with Square
Square’s “Open Everywhere with Square” is a straightforward ad that captures the core of what Square is about: empowering businesses to sell anywhere, from brick-and-mortar to digital spaces. The ad isn’t just about the product’s features but highlights the freedom and flexibility it offers to small businesses striving to grow without geographical limits. 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 […]
Mindful | Trish’s Customer Experience with Mindful
Mindful’s ad, “Trish’s Customer Experience,” takes a relatable look at the chaos of customer service—dropped calls, endless hold times, and frustrating AI menus—and transforms it into a comedic, charming narrative. Trish, our overworked protagonist, navigates a whirlwind of customer expectations and tech mishaps before discovering that Mindful is the calm in the storm. The Formula […]
QuartrApp| Quartr Everywhere
Quartr’s “Quartr Everywhere” ad leans into absurdity to prove a point: you can use the app literally anywhere. Whether you’re at a board meeting, in the bath, or in the middle of a high-speed car chase (yes, really), Quartr brings investor insights to your fingertips—no excuses, no friction. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): […]
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 […]
Mentimeter | Turn scary presentations into engaging conversations
Mentimeter’s ad leans into the universal fear of boring, lifeless presentations—and flips it with flair. With theatrical visuals and tongue-in-cheek delivery, it paints a dramatic picture of traditional presentations as horror stories… only to save the day with its interactive, engaging tool. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): Exaggerate a Universal Pain Point – […]
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 […]
McAfee+ | McAfee+ is like having your own private detective
McAfee+ brings in the trench coat, magnifying glass, and noir vibes—because in the chaotic world of digital life, having McAfee+ is like having your own personal private detective. The ad leans hard into the classic detective trope, reimagining online protection as a gumshoe who watches your back, tracks threats, and keeps your data safe from […]
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 […]
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 […]
Zoho | Excitement meets Zoho One
Zoho One’s ad leans into absurd humor and exaggerated enthusiasm to make business software—usually a dry topic—feel like the most exciting thing on the planet. The spot plays on over-the-top excitement, treating Zoho’s integrated business software suite like a life-changing revelation. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): Exaggerated Reactions = Immediate Engagement – The […]
LinkedIn | Find Your In | Laundromat
LinkedIn’s “Find Your In” campaign takes an unexpected, lighthearted approach to networking by setting the scene in a laundromat—a place where you’d never expect to make a career connection. The ad cleverly challenges traditional ideas of networking, showing that opportunities can pop up anywhere—but LinkedIn makes them happen more intentionally. The Formula (That Works at […]
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 […]
Gamma | Introducing Gamma: Presentations, Websites, and More, powered by AI
Gamma positions itself as the AI-powered alternative to slides and docs, promising a faster, smarter way to create presentations, websites, and content. This ad leans on sleek visuals and a punchy narrative to sell a future where manual formatting is obsolete and AI does the heavy lifting. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): Framing […]
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, […]
MNTN | Seymour Roas at MNTN
MNTN’s “Seymour ROAS” ad brings back Ryan Reynolds’ signature ad style—deadpan humor, self-awareness, and a marketing term turned into a quirky character. This time, we meet Seymour ROAS (Return on Ad Spend), a literal embodiment of every marketer’s dream: an ad that actually delivers results. The concept is simple but hilarious—why chase better ad performance […]
Canva | The Intervention
Canva’s “The Intervention” takes a hilarious, almost sitcom-like approach to highlight the frustrations of bad design. The ad plays out as an intervention for someone who insists on using outdated, clunky design software—while everyone else has moved on to the simplicity and efficiency of Canva. It’s a witty, relatable take on how painful the design […]
Expensify | 2 Chainz x Adam Scott | Expensify This FULL Super Bowl Commercial 2019
Let’s be real—nobody wakes up excited to file an expense report. But Expensify turned that snooze-fest of a task into a full-blown, diamond-covered, money-cannon-firing rap video. Sure, they had 2 Chainz (Grammy-winning rapper, “It’s a Vibe”) and Adam Scott (Parks and Recreation, Severance), plus a Super Bowl-sized budget to play with. But take away the […]
Webflow | We have a typo
Picture this: A critical website typo goes live. The signup button vanishes into thin air. Is it a crisis? Is it a catastrophe? Webflow takes you inside this moment of digital panic, not to scare you, but to cleverly reveal a world where these nightmares simply… don’t happen. It’s more than an ad; it’s an […]
Wrike | AL – 70s Full – 0:52 – EN
Wrike goes full retro with this 70s-inspired workplace nightmare, where chaotic project management is a relic of the past—or at least, it should be. The ad leans into exaggerated office inefficiencies, complete with outdated processes, overcomplicated workflows, and a dramatically overwhelmed employee drowning in paperwork. It’s a playful but pointed way to show why modern […]
Wix | New York Yankees Start Promoting Themselves
This Wix commercial cleverly plays on the slightly absurd nature of celebrity endorsements. By featuring MLB stars Didi Gregorius and manager Aaron Boone, the ad directly acknowledges that it would be “weird” for them to promote themselves. This self-aware humor gives the commercial an engaging, meta quality, rather than a straight-faced product pitch. The Formula […]
Slack | Decisions | Maybe It’s Time to Try Slack
Slack’s “Decisions” ad brings humor and relatability to the often painful decision-making process within organizations. The ad showcases the challenges that arise when teams struggle to make quick, efficient decisions. By positioning Slack as the solution to streamline communication and simplify team collaboration, the ad highlights how the platform can transform the way decisions are […]
Slack | Teams Do Amazing Things — “Animals!”
This Slack commercial embraces the bizarre, imagining an office staffed by anthropomorphic animals. Instead of a straightforward pitch about productivity, the ad uses playful surrealism to suggest that even the most diverse (and, frankly, absurd) teams can come together seamlessly using Slack. This isn’t just about features; it’s about a company that embraces the unexpected. […]
Asana | Tame Your Work Worries
Asana’s ad, “Tame Your Work Worries,” takes on the all-too-familiar challenge of juggling multiple tasks and feeling overwhelmed at work. By showcasing how chaotic and frustrating managing work without the right tools can be, the ad highlights how Asana can help transform that chaos into smooth, organized productivity. The Formula (That Works at Any Budget): […]
Zapier | Set your work in motion
Work should flow, not feel like a never-ending to-do list. Zapier’s latest ad nails that feeling, turning workplace inefficiencies into a smooth, synchronized system—without the usual corporate video stiffness. Rather than overwhelming viewers with technical jargon, the ad takes a more intuitive, visually engaging approach. We see different work apps and tasks linking seamlessly, almost […]
Squarespace | The Singularity
Squarespace just dropped one of the most surreal (and oddly poetic) B2B ads in recent memory. Instead of the usual “build your website easily” pitch, The Singularity takes a more cinematic approach—posing a mind-bending question: What if AI, upon gaining consciousness, just wanted to make a website? With sleek visuals, a hypnotic voiceover, and a […]
