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A Lesson From Dillon, Texas: Brands Shouldn't Be Afraid of Vulnerability

Traditionally, while marketers might have talked about empathizing with customers, it was a stretch for brands to display humanity. Then, people became less responsive to un-human brands. No group better encapsulates the appeal of flawed, human heroes than the characters of "Friday Night Lights." On the current season, we've seen two brands embrace vulnerability: Sears and Under Armour.READ»

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The 10 Most Creative People in Sports...

Are not who you might expect. No LeBron or Dwight. No Melo or Kobe. We rank the brains--the right-brain superstars--behind the teams, venues, and deals that are, yes, changing the game. READ»

SHOES   |  Comment

Big Stretch

Lululemon isn't the only niche retailer trying to break out.READ»

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Kevin Plank - Fast 50 2003

DON'T SWEAT THE COMPETITIONREAD»