Category Archives: Vision in Action

Actions Speak A Heck of Lot ‘Truer’ than Words

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Fred Moore

  At Big River, we consider ourselves seasoned guides helping our clients build strong, credible brands. Lately, as we work with clients to develop a genuine brand,  we often find ourselves getting into a sticky area.  Some say we overstep … Continue reading →

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Is Avis “Walking the Walk?”

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Fred Moore

Before I was sidetracked by the University of Virginia lacrosse win and the branding lessons that team taught us, I wrote about the Avis “We Try Harder” campaign from 1963. I questioned whether their new campaign “Treat People Like People” … Continue reading →

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What do Virginia Lacrosse, Sports Illustrated, and Branding Have to Do With Each Other?

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Fred Moore

“Can’t wait to see your next sports story.” This was a really nice comment from one of my FMOL readers when I ran into him on the beach last weekend. I was flattered. And a bit confused. I’m really not … Continue reading →

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Where was the Virginia Lacrosse Story in Sports Illustrated?

Posted on June 8, 2011 by Fred Moore

I was afraid of this. On Saturday afternoon, the postman delivered my Sports Illustrated (SI). Of course, there was the lurid story of Jim Tressel and all the cheating at Ohio State, front and center. In fact, 12 pages of … Continue reading →

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A Major Teaching Moment for Any Organization: the U.Va. Lacrosse Team

Posted on June 1, 2011 by Fred Moore

OK. Anyone who is leading an organization — major corporation, t-ball team, community initiative,  SEAL Team 6 — any organization that is interested in accomplishing bodacious goals – hear, reflect and share the amazing story of the 2011 University of … Continue reading →

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The Original ‘Vision in Action’ Brand

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Fred Moore

1963 That’s when the Avis Car Rental company and their innovative ad agency, Doyle Dane Bernbach, launched the now famous “We try harder.” campaign. It was an extremely successful campaign then. Ad Age rated “We try harder.” as the 10th … Continue reading →

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