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ST-014

Guerrilla Marketing

Ref's Call
8
/10
the concept

An unconventional, low-budget approach that relies on creativity, surprise, and high-impact placement to earn outsized attention and word-of-mouth instead of paid media weight.

When to use

When budget is tight but creative ambition is high; to punch above your weight against larger competitors; for launches and moments that reward buzz and shareability; in dense, high-foot-traffic environments.

Applies To
Earned
Social
Events/Experiential
PR
In Action (the tape)

Street stencils or chalk art that reframe a sidewalk; an unexpected installation in a public space; a staged flash event that turns passers-by into an audience; product demos placed where the target audience already gathers.

the ref's call
Stay consistent in practices to continue greatness

Punches well above its budget for challenger consumer and experiential brands, especially in urban markets and launch moments. Throws a flag in regulated or B2B contexts where surprise can read as unprofessional. Best for: challenger consumer brands running awareness and launch plays.