The Persuaders really opened my eyes to see how stalkerish the advertising industry is. These people profit off of obsession, its kinda freaky! The advertising industry is like an annoying nerd trying desperately to get our attention.The poor guy, like advertising, hopes that you will want him! He wants you to fall madly in love with him and never EVER let him go. This guy is very determined though and will try anything possible to win you over. First he thinks " What can I do that hasn't been done before?" He sees where others have failed and tries to develop new ways of getting your attention. You on the other hand, are not impressed, you simply ignore the annoyance and move forward. Next the guy asks other girls what they like (surveys), find out as much information about you and even go as far as to get outside help, all in the name of making you want him. He says things like "all girls want me and so should you!" he might even try to appeal to your sensitive side, like telling you that he loves everything you love. All of this guys tactics may get your attention but doesn't make you want him anymore.
The problem isn't that the guy is undesirable . The problem is that he tries way too hard and becomes annoying. Because he behaves this way consistently, he's predictable, and because he gravels at your feet constantly, you feel like you are the shit! The solution: act like he doesnt want you! If he stops graveling at your feet, and makes you feel like your the loser, not him, then he will make you want him. It's that whole reverse psychology thing; make them feel like they aren't wanted and it will pique their interest. I know this sounds horrible.
This should be worked out in the advertising world. One of the most succesful businesses Abercrombie and Fitch are pros at creating an elite image. They don't flood you with Ads, they dont make you want them. In the process, you do want them. Maybe the Advertising of the future will be no advertising at all.
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