Replace the Conventional with the Controversial

When the Usual Routes Fail - Go Lateral

Paul Sloane
The New South Wales Road Traffic Authority ran a highly controversial and highly successful campaign against speeding.

Previous campaigns featuring accidents and dangers of speeding had had little effect. The new campaign showed women shaking their little finger - a gesture used to symbolise a small penis - as speeding male motorists race past. The gesture caught on and this edgy campaign has won many awards.

Watch the ad on Youtube.

The ads attracted complaints of sexism but were very effective - about 60% of young men said the ad had made them ponder their driving habits.

When conventional approaches fail it is time to try something radical and lateral - like challenging the masculinity of young speeding drivers.

Paul Sloane leads workshops to generate innovative ideas for corporate clients.

http://destination-innovation.com

Published by Paul Sloane

I am a Speaker & Author of books on lateral thinking puzzles, leadership & innovation. I help organisations to improve creativity and innovation. I give keynote talks and I facilitate brainstorms and worksh...  View profile

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