The pros and cons of celebrity endorsements

By Michelle Gamble · 23 October 2012 · Growing

The pros and cons of celebrity endorsements

The Dark Side of Celebrity Endorsements

A high-profile scandal in Australia taught business owners a valuable lesson about the risks of celebrity endorsements. Discover what happened and how to avoid making the same mistake.

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Summary

The outcry surrounding the controversial comments made by Alan Jones about Julia Gillard’s father had effects that were far reaching across the Australian business landscape. The saga also delivered a valuable lesson to any business owner who’s thinking about bringing on a celebrity to endorse their product or service.

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