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The Death of the 'Link in Bio'
TRENDS

The Death of the 'Link in Bio'

Instagram's algorithm is burying external links. Here is the 'Zero-Click' content strategy we use to drive traffic without leaving the app.

Reuben Hester • Dec 29
Email Segmentation for VIPs
EMAIL

Email Segmentation for VIPs

Treating your top 1% of customers the same as your newsletter subscribers is costing you six figures. Here's the fix.

Reuben Hester • Dec 29
Why 'Best Practice' is a Trap
STRATEGY

Why 'Best Practice' is a Trap

When everyone follows the same playbook, the playbook stops working. Contrarian marketing wins in 2026.

Reuben Hester • Dec 29
Why Your ROAS is Lying to You
STRATEGY

Why Your ROAS is Lying to You

Attribution tools claim a 6x ROAS, but your bank account disagrees. We expose the 'View-Through' inflation trap.

Reuben Hester • Dec 29
The Newsletter Reinassance
EMAIL

The Newsletter Reinassance

Social reach is rented. Email is owned. Why smart brands are turning their newsletters into media products.

Reuben Hester • Dec 29
Fashion Editorial Portrait
Trends

The Future of 'Quiet Luxury' in Digital

Logos are out. Texture and storytelling are in. How heritage brands are adapting their digital presence.

Reuben Hester • Nov 15
Director on Film Set
Strategy

Why Cinematic Video is the Highest ROI Asset

Data shows narrative-driven video assets see 60% higher ROAS for high-ticket products. Here is why.

Reuben Hester • Dec 29
Hand holding device
Email

The "Welcome Flow" Worth €50k/Month

Most brands send a generic 10% off. We break down the 4-email sequence that builds true brand equity.

Reuben Hester • Dec 15
High Fashion Model Profile
Strategy

Selling to High-Net-Worth Individuals

Selling a €2,000 handbag is about identity, not convenience. The shift from "New" to "True".

Reuben Hester • Dec 28
Abstract Creative Structure
Creative

Scaling Past €50k/Month Strategy

The algorithm is now your targeting. If you're spending more time in Ads Manager than creative, you're losing.

Reuben Hester • Dec 26
Data Visualization Abstract
Strategy

ROAS vs. POAS: The Vanity Metric Trap

Is your 4.0 ROAS actually profitable? Why smart brands are switching to Profit on Ad Spend.

Reuben Hester • Dec 12
Marketing Data Abstract
Strategy

Google Ads vs. Meta for High-Ticket?

We analyze 50+ client accounts to determine which platform drives higher LTV for luxury.

Reuben Hester • Nov 30
Creator Filming UGC
Creative

Producing UGC That Doesn't Look Cheap

UGC is powerful, but "messy" doesn't work for luxury. Learn our framework for "Polished UGC".

Reuben Hester • Nov 12
Event Videographer
Creative

Elevating Event Coverage: HP x Media Markt

Event videos don't have to be boring recaps. We turned a tech popup into a vibrant highlight reel.

Reuben Hester • Dec 27