The Digital Drift

Gen Z vs. The Old Guard: The Purpose Gap in Marketing | Drift Panel

Why won’t Gen Z just “do ads for ads’ sake”? In this episode of Digital Drift Panels, Hoos sits down with Zeena Aczam and Mohammad Jaber to explore how younger talent sees purpose, culture, and recognition in the workplace — and why agencies and clients often miss the mark. They cover: * What motivates Gen Z to stay in the industry * Why salary alone isn’t enough * How toxic cultures spill into personal lives * What CEOs and the old guard must change to keep the next generation engaged A candid, eye-opening discussion on the generational shifts reshaping media, marketing, and the future of work.

The Brief Is Broken — Here’s How To Fix It

90% of media briefs are broken. Misaligned KPIs, unrealistic budgets, and vague objectives — we’ve all seen them. In this episode of Solo Drift (part of the Digital Drift universe), I break down: * Why most client briefs fail from the start * The 4Rs framework I use to fix broken briefs (Reframe, Reverse Engineer, Refocus, Rescope) * How to turn contradictions into winning strategies * The pros and cons of pushing back vs. playing along Whether you’re an agency strategist, brand manager, or client partner, this will give you a playbook for navigating chaos and delivering results.

Is Performance Marketing Stealing from Brand Growth? | Drift Panel

Is performance marketing fueling growth or killing creativity? In this episode of Digital Drift Panels, Hoos is joined by Pedro Goncalves and Carlos Melo to debate the real cost of ROI obsession. They cover: * Why budgets are shifting from brand to performance * Procurement’s growing role in marketing * Lessons from Nike’s performance pivot gone wrong * How creative and media can finally work together * Actionable advice for brands heading into 2025 If you want to understand where marketing is heading — and how to balance brand equity with conversions — this episode is for you.

Digital Costs Are Rising — Is Attention Keeping Up? | Drift Panel

In this episode of Digital Drift | Drift Panels, Hoos engages with guests Steven Sidawi and Sulaiman Korman to discuss the rising costs of digital media and the implications for marketers. They explore the evolving landscape of media buying, the importance of creative strategies, and the need for data-driven decision-making. The conversation highlights the challenges of meeting client expectations while navigating the complexities of audience targeting and performance metrics. Ultimately, the discussion emphasizes the necessity for collaboration between agencies and clients to achieve successful marketing outcomes. Takeaways * The digital media landscape is evolving with rising costs. * Clients are increasingly focused on quality traffic and data. * Creative strategies are essential for effective media buying. * Understanding the user journey is crucial for conversions. * Relying on vanity metrics can mislead marketing efforts. * Collaboration between teams enhances marketing effectiveness. * Data-driven approaches are necessary for modern marketing. * The importance of adapting to new technologies in advertising. * Clients need to understand the value of creative investment. * The marketing industry faces challenges with audience targeting and privacy concerns.