TeaTalk with: Dean Shepherd, Head of Operations.
We sit down (virtually) with Dean Shepherd, Head of Operations here at Cogent, for a cuppa and a chat about all things creative, inspiration and motivation. ...
Throwback Thursday: Borg & Beck.
Welcome to Cogent’s #ThrowbackThursday, where we reflect on some of the amazing advertising we’ve done over the eras...
The Cogent Team’s Lockdown Achievements.
We’ve put together a roundup of our individual achievements over (what seems like) an endless amount of time at home....
The Stay at Home Book Club.
What a crazy couple of weeks it has been. To make staying at home a little easier, the Cogent team have put together our very own recommended reading list....
TeaTalk with: Julie Teague, Finance Director
We sit down with Julie Teague, our Finance Director here at Cogent, for an International Women's Day special of TeaTalk. We explore what collective individualism means to her, while she shares her most valuable piece of advice for women thinking about their careers....
Cogent Beekeeping: February 2020.
It’s time to welcome March, the month of daffodils, St Paddys (cheers to that) and daylight saving (finally!). But before we get cracking, we give you the low down on all the latest happenings here at Cogent....
Cogent Beekeeping: January 2020.
The month of love and Aquarius season is upon us, but before we welcome (or artfully dodge) cupids arrow, we reflect on what a month it's been here at Cogent HQ....
Cogent Beekeeping: 2019 Annual Round Up.
That’s it. Like the speed of light, 2019 has drawn to a close. With 2020 rolling in fast, we take the time to look back on what was a great year here at Cogent. ...
Cogent Beekeeping: November 2019.
It’s December, and with the battle of the Christmas ads well underway, our (questionable) Christmas jumpers making their annual re-appearance and The Fairytale of New York on its 25th play already, we give you the low down on all the exciting happenings to take place here at Cogent this November. We’ve been out and about this month. First up, we headed to...
Cogent Beekeeping: October 2019.
While the frost has started to settle, the leaves begin to fall and we dig out our hats and scarfs, we look back on another busy month here at Cogent HQ....
Cogent Beekeeping: September 2019.
It’s October, the seasons are turning. As the leaves turn orange, the nights draw in and pumpkins become mandatory, we reflect on what’s been a very busy month here at Cogent....
Cogent Beekeeping: August 2019.
Summer is nearly over, and while some of us prepare to mourn the sunshine, others get ready to welcome cosy jumpers and spiced lattes. Never the less, we’ve been busy as usual, so hold on to your hats, as we give you the rundown of all the latest happenings to take place here in August. ...
Cogent Beekeeping: July 2019.
July, the month of the heatwave, the Love Island finale and Wimbledon. While the sun shone its rays, Greg & Amber celebrated their victory and Djokovic won the longest ever mens' final, we report back on all the exciting things to take place here at Cogent. ...
Throwback Thursday: AGA.
Welcome to Cogent’s #ThrowbackThursday, where we reflect on some of the amazing advertising we’ve done over the eras. ...
Will removing like counts help drive in-app purchases & monetise Instagram?
While Instagram is taking the mental health stance as a reason for removing like counts, I can't help but think this could be a shift to focus the platform more towards product purchases and therefore further monetise the channel....
Cogent Beekeeping: June 2019.
In the month where summer solstice graced our skies, Love Island (graced our screens and honeybees graced our gardens) was the talk of the Nation and the honeybees began to buzz, we reflect on the exciting things to happen here at Cogent over the last four weeks...
Is Integrity the Secret to Influencer Marketing Success?
Part of the success of influencers, and what gives their content such prevalence in modern marketing strategies, is that when used appropriately they create a sense of authenticity that a brand alone could never achieve....
The Spending Diary of a First Time Buyer.
I kept a money diary over the first eight weeks of living in our new home. On all the things I bought, all the things I prioritised and every time I compromised on something I insisted I needed....
Cogent Beekeeping: May 2019.
It’s time for another monthly Cogent Beekeeping (time really does fly when you’re having fun!). It’s been a busy month here at the agency, but of course, amongst our bustle, there’s always a buzz...
Cogent Beekeeping: April 2019.
It’s May, and while we recover from overindulging in egg-shaped chocolate and practice our maypole dancing (well, sort of) we give you the rundown on all the latest happenings here at sunny HQ. ...
An innovative approach to easing renovation stress.
Is there more home interior and installation brands can do to provide customers with alternatives that add value and comfort during times of chaotic and messy renovations?...
Cogent Beekeeping: March 2019.
It’s April, and while losing an hour of sleep didn't help with our April Fools gullibility (vegan Spam anyone?) we're still bustling away here at Heath Farm. We've been up to lots over the last few weeks and we can't wait to share it with you. So, here it is, Spring's first Beekeeping...
Can brands ease the feeling of remorse for the 63% of regretful millennial home buyers?
In a recent American survey (Bankrate.com), 63% of millennials stated they regret buying homes. Despite home ownership being something many millennials strive towards (and often spend years saving for) more than half report buyer’s remorse about their home purchase, with unforeseen costs being one of the main reasons. This got me thinking about the same audience in the UK –...
Princess Motor Yacht Sales Appoints Cogent to Create New Marine Lifestyle Brokerage Brand.
Cogent have been appointed by Princess Motor Yacht Sales to brand and launch its innovative new global multi-franchise brokerage business, following a 5 - way pitch....
Cogent Beekeeping: February 2019.
March is nearly upon us, and while January seemed to last forever, February flew by at the speed of light. As we all act surprised at the number of easter eggs already on the supermarket shelves (despite it being an annual reoccurrence) and revel in the highest February temperatures on record, we give you the rundown on what February had in...
Welcome to Cogent. Catherine Langton.
We are delighted to welcome Catherine Langton as the newest member of our team here at Cogent. Joining the Propagation Hub, Catherine lets us in on her experiences before Cogent and life outside of work....
Throwback Thursday: Thorntons.
Here at Cogent, we get up to all sorts. We’ve been about since 1936, that’s 83 years, and over the decades we’ve done a lot, seen a lot and learnt a lot. We’ve worked with clients from just up the road, to the other side of the world. We’ve created memories, stories and moments. We’ve worked towards change, created movements...
Cogent Beekeeping: January 2019.
January has finally come to an end, which can only mean one thing - the month of love, and Aquarius season is upon us! Before we welcome (or artfully dodge) cupids arrow and overindulge in chocolate, we reflect on what a month it has been here at Cogent HQ....
How can we get customers back in brick and mortar stores?
Client Director, Hannah Freestone, gives her review on Christmas shopping and this year's retail results....
TeaTalk with: Amy Harding, Search, Analytics & Conversion Manager .
We sit down with Amy, a member of our Search, Analytics & Conversion team, for a cuppa and a chat. We explore what drew her to marketing, what Togetherness means to her and what she enjoys most about working at Cogent....
