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The Blackout, or Social Media Blackout, was the viral invention of [[Anthony Farrer]] in which he shut down his business's social media and created a panic among the public, as it seemed he had vanished with their money. This led to widespread concern and speculation, especially when it caught the attention of local news and went viral online. | The Blackout, or Social Media Blackout, was the viral invention of [[Anthony Farrer]], in his capacity as Marketing Genius, in which he shut down his business's social media and created a panic among the public, as it seemed he had vanished with their money. This led to widespread concern and speculation, especially when it caught the attention of local news and went viral online. | ||
When he returned, he explained it was a poorly executed marketing stunt aimed at raising awareness for charitable causes, showcasing the team's volunteer work during that week. Farrer later acknowledged that it was a misguided idea, highlighting the importance of clear communication in business, especially regarding such sensitive matters. It definitely sparked a lot of discussions about ethics in marketing and transparency in the luxury watch industry. | When he returned, he explained it was a poorly executed marketing stunt aimed at raising awareness for charitable causes, showcasing the team's volunteer work during that week. Farrer later acknowledged that it was a misguided idea, highlighting the importance of clear communication in business, especially regarding such sensitive matters. It definitely sparked a lot of discussions about ethics in marketing and transparency in the luxury watch industry. Nevertheless, it was thanks to this event that Farrer auto-proclaimed himself a "marketing genius". | ||
== Blackout Episode == | == Blackout Episode == | ||
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRlPYY4o74Y The Timepiece Gentleman Blackout Episode] | [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRlPYY4o74Y The Timepiece Gentleman Blackout Episode] | ||
Revision as of 05:54, 22 September 2024
The Blackout, or Social Media Blackout, was the viral invention of Anthony Farrer, in his capacity as Marketing Genius, in which he shut down his business's social media and created a panic among the public, as it seemed he had vanished with their money. This led to widespread concern and speculation, especially when it caught the attention of local news and went viral online.
When he returned, he explained it was a poorly executed marketing stunt aimed at raising awareness for charitable causes, showcasing the team's volunteer work during that week. Farrer later acknowledged that it was a misguided idea, highlighting the importance of clear communication in business, especially regarding such sensitive matters. It definitely sparked a lot of discussions about ethics in marketing and transparency in the luxury watch industry. Nevertheless, it was thanks to this event that Farrer auto-proclaimed himself a "marketing genius".