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For the Culture: The Power Behind What We Buy, What We Do, and Who We Want to Be Hardcover – May 2, 2023
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We all try to influence others in our daily lives. Whether you are a manager motivating your team, an employee making a big presentation, an activist staging a protest, or an artist promoting your music, you are in the business of getting people to take action. In For the Culture, Marcus Collins argues true cultural engagement is the most powerful vehicle for influencing behavior. If you want to get people to move, you must first understand the underlying cultural forces that make them tick.
Collins uses stories from his own work as an award-winning marketer—from spearheading digital strategy for Beyoncé, to working on Apple and Nike collaborations, to the successful launch of the Brooklyn Nets NBA team—to break down the ways in which culture influences behavior and how readers can do the same. With a deep perspective, and built on a century’s worth of data, For the Culture gives readers the tools they need to inspire collective change by leveraging the cheat codes used by some of the biggest brands in the world. This is the only book you’ll need if you want to influence people to take action.
- Print length304 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherPublicAffairs
- Publication dateMay 2, 2023
- Dimensions6.3 x 1.25 x 9.55 inches
- ISBN-101541700961
- ISBN-13978-1541700963
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A Porchlight Business Book Award winner
NABJ Outstanding Book Award
Longlisted for the Non-Obvious Book Awards
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“What is culture, exactly? Mr. Collins calls it the operating system by which we live, and includes identity, shared language, social norms and cultural production—art, movies, fashion and branded products. To help develop this picture he hauls in the big guns of social psychology, anthropology and even French philosophy, marshaling such forces in an elegantly friendly writing style.”―Wall Street Journal
“Perceptive…[Collins] has a knack for delivering his smart ideas in accessible prose. This is a superior program on how the business world can use the interplay between culture, consumption, and identity to their advantage.” ―Publishers Weekly
“[Collins] offers plenty of food for thought about how the social landscape is evolving… With personal stories and a dry wit, he bridges the gap between cultural theory and marketing practice.” ―Kirkus
“A must-have for any leader, marketer, or simply any person who wants to understand how culture impacts the world around us and how they can [create] impactful contributions to the tapestry of what shapes human connection.”―God-Is Rivera, VP, Inclusive Marketing, Disney Media & Entertainment
"Marcus Collins does much more here than identify potent drivers of human conduct such as values, ideologies, norms, and trends. With compelling prose and vivid accounts, he locates their common source in the concept of culture—which he beautifully dissects and knits back together for readers like a skilled surgeon."―Robert Cialdini, author of Influence and Pre-Suasion
"Diving deeply into what moves real people, not personas and archetypes, Collins gives us a look into cultural nuances we can use to make meaningful connections and drive action. This book is insightful, enlightening, and sure to challenge any preconceived notions about communicating with the world. Talk the talk, walk the walk, and always do it for the culture.”
―Jay Norman, Global Head of Music Marketing, Spotify
"An engrossing book that will make you better at any job. Warning: you might be up all night reading it."―Scott Galloway, NYU professor of marketing and author of Adrift
"If you’ve ever wondered how some of the most successful businesses and brands in the world have caught fire and created enduring relevance, this book is well worth the read. In For The Culture, Collins provides an insightful blueprint for harnessing the power of identity and culture to ultimately build brand love and inspire action. After reading Collins' well-crafted gem, you will never go about marketing, advertising, or building communities quite the same way."―Kenny Mitchell, CMO, Snap
"We all know that culture can be a vehicle for influence, but in For the Culture, Collins shows us how. Collins provides fascinating deep-dives into the power of cultural community and illustrates how we can use it to change minds and inspire action."―Jonah Berger, Wharton Professor and bestselling author of Contagious, The Catalyst, and Magic Words
“Creating a brand that meets customers at the intersection of the cultural and commerce is the key to connecting with customers in a more authentic and meaningful way. For The Culture shows how companies can build brands that resonate with their market on a deeper level and create a strong emotional connection that will reward their business in the fight for their lifetime value.”―Tariq Hassan, Chief Marketing & Customer Experience Officer, McDonald’s USA
"I can confidently say that this book is a game changer. Collins's insights on the role of culture as the kindling to the brushfire of public opinion are absolutely powerful and necessary. This book is a must-read for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the catalytic power of culture as a force for growth and for good."―Tristan Walker, Founder & CEO Walker & Company Brands
"This is the new Bible for anyone who wants to understand how to influence behavior through culture. A uniquely compelling interpretation of humans today and how we see the world, brought to life with brilliant examples and stories along the way." ―Lorraine Twohill, chief marketing officer, Google
"Collins is a comet moving effortlessly through branding, marketing, engagement, advertising, social media, and meaning making, giving new life, clarity, and purpose to them all. My advice: read this book! It will transform you, your career, and how you see the world."―Grant McCracken, anthropologist and author of Chief Culture Officer
"For the Culture explains the profound influence of cultural perspectives on consumer worlds like never before. Containing rich examples from entertainment, sports, and technology with deep behind-the-scenes dives into his advertising campaigns and his inspirational personal story, Collins’ beautifully written book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand today’s trillion-dollar dance of brands and culture."―Robert V. Kozinets, Jayne and Hans Hufschmid Chair of Strategic Public Relations and Business Communication, University of Southern California
“While great brands have always tapped into culture to deliver massive wins for themselves and their stakeholders, the idea of culture, and how to consistently and appropriately leverage it, has remained a mystery to most. With For the Culture, Marcus Collins not only makes the definitive argument for why engaging in culture is critical to commerce and anyone who wants to influence behavior, but he also removes the mystery behind how it’s done without misusing or appropriating it.”―Detavio Samuels, CEO, Revolt
"Some people seem to intuitively ‘get it.’ Most do not. Collins articulates ‘it’ for the rest of us and provides not just an understanding, but a guide for how to actually engage and influence culture."―Steve Huffman, cofounder and CEO, Reddit
“Fascinating and fun… This eye-opening book arms readers with a wealth of knowledge about how we make important choices and how to mobilize others using innovative tactics and tools.” ―Shelf Awareness
“For the Culture is a highly accessible, smart, and well-written book.”―Hour Detroit
“Collins is uniquely qualified to deconstruct this elusive topic.”
―Inc.About the Author
He is a recipient of Advertising Age's 40 Under 40 award and an inductee into the American Advertising Federation’s Advertising Hall of Achievement.Most recently, he was recognized by Thinkers50 and Deloitte among their class of 2023 Radar List of 30 thinkers with the ideas most likely to shape the future. His strategies and creative contributions have led to the launch and success of Google’s “Real Tone” technology, the “Made In America” music festival, and the Brooklyn Nets, among others. Prior to his advertising tenure, Marcus worked on iTunes + Nike sport music initiatives at Apple and ran digital strategy for Beyoncé. Marcus holds a doctorate in marketing from Temple University where he studied social contagion and meaning-making. He received an MBA with an emphasis on strategic brand marketing from the University of Michigan, where he also earned his undergraduate degree in Material Science Engineering. He lives in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
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- Publisher : PublicAffairs (May 2, 2023)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 304 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1541700961
- ISBN-13 : 978-1541700963
- Item Weight : 1.1 pounds
- Dimensions : 6.3 x 1.25 x 9.55 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #18,257 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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About the author
Dr. Marcus Collins is an award-winning marketer and cultural translator with one foot in the world of practice--as the head of strategy at Wieden+Kennedy, NY--and one foot in the world of academia--as a clinical assistant professor of marketing at the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan. His deep understanding of brand strategy and consumer behavior has helped him bridge the academic-practitioner gap for blue-chip brands and startups alike.
Over the course of his career, Marcus has developed a practice for creating culturally contagious ideas that inspire people to take action. His strategies and creative contributions have led to the launch and success of Google’s “Real Tone” technology, the “Made In America” music festival, and the Brooklyn Nets–among others.
Prior to advertising, Marcus began his career in music and tech working at Apple and running digital strategy for Beyoncé. He is a proud Detroit native, a devoted husband, and a loving father to Georgia and Ivy.
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By that I mean you typically have someone that gets it based on years of schooling put into practice, or someone who worked their way directly “in it” for years in place of formal schooling or degrees. You can have rockstars in both spaces, very rarely do you get both, and with Marcus you do. He’s a f****** superstar and this book is a great culmination of his thoughts, recaps of past (BIG) activations (I mean he worked with Beyoncé, the Brooklyn Nets & more), and an approach to thinking about strategy and culture that I think is invaluable regardless of where you are in your career.
Personally, it’s allowing me to rethink how I approach the “target audiences” as they’ve historically been called. Looking at these groups with a congregation/tribe approach has made differences in my work immediately. That said, of course it’s my own blend. This book will help you get a new lens and then think about how to apply it on your own. So, one Audible listen down, one hard copy read to go.
Cheers Dr. Marcus Collins… you got one!
Marcus Collins, drawing from his real-world professional experience, presents his insights in a relatable and entertaining manner, making the book both educational and enjoyable.
Unlike many dry and theoretical texts, Collins brings his experiences as a marketer working with renowned brands such as Beyoncé, Apple, Nike, and the Brooklyn Nets to life, providing readers with concrete examples and frameworks for applying his teachings in real-life scenarios.
This unique approach captivates readers and empowers them with practical tools and strategies that can be readily implemented in their endeavors.
"For the Culture" transcends the boundaries of a traditional academic book, making it an accessible and exciting resource for anyone seeking to understand and leverage the power of culture in their everyday lives.
After having read several business books in the past, I found this one more politically minded than any other, especially for an MBA professor. For example, the author discussed the negative aspects of segmenting because it oversimplifies and stereotypes, and then he proceeded to segment and label a group of people framed by a political narrative, violating the principles he just outlined. Overall, a useful book, but it could have been more condensed, clear, and to the point if not for the commentary and virtue signaling.
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I could not put this book down!
If you liked this book, you will love the keynote that goes with it. I was fortunate to have Dr. Collins give the keynote for an event I attended recently, unreal. The level of commitment that went into his speech, you are unlikely to find anywhere else.
If you are a student or practitioner of marketing, this work is a generous gift from one of the leaders and best of our field.
I will be gifting this book to colleagues and friends as well.
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2023
Wikipedia defines reduction as; intensifying the flavor... until the desired concentration is reached.
I could not put this book down!
If you liked this book, you will love the keynote that goes with it. I was fortunate to have Dr. Collins give the keynote for an event I attended recently, unreal. The level of commitment that went into his speech, you are unlikely to find anywhere else.
If you are a student or practitioner of marketing, this work is a generous gift from one of the leaders and best of our field.
I will be gifting this book to colleagues and friends as well.
Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2023