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What is the Craziest Thing Your Business Has Ever Done?
Jesse Cole - May 2, 2024In this captivating episode of the Fans First series, Jesse Cole, the mastermind behind the Savannah Bananas, shares with us that in the competitive world of marketing, standing out often means taking bold, unconventional steps. A prime example is a company that captured the essence of St.
Read moreChallenge Your Industry
Jesse Cole - April 25, 2024In todays competitive landscape, simply meeting industry standards is insufficient for long-term success. Businesses must strive to exceed these benchmarks by creating unique and memorable customer experiences, as demonstrated by companies like Netflix and Shoreline Construction.
Read moreThird Inning: Whatever is Normal, Do The Exact Opposite
Jesse Cole - April 18, 2024In a world where most businesses adhere to traditional practices, the Savannah Bananas baseball team stands out by doing the exact opposite. The organization's philosophy is simple yet revolutionary: "Whatever's normal, do the exact opposite.
Read moreListen Carefully, Respond Creatively
Jesse Cole - April 12, 2024In this captivating episode of the Fans First series, Jesse Cole, the mastermind behind the Savannah Bananas, delves into the transformative business philosophy of "listen carefully, respond creatively." This approach has not only skyrocketed the Savannah Bananas to fame but also serves as a universal blueprint for revolutionizing customer service and engagement across all sectors.
Read moreBeing Fans First Created a Team Bigger Than Baseball
Jesse Cole - January 17, 2023The classic line from Field of Dreams is, if you build it, they will come. In Savannah, Georgia, a more appropriate baseball saying might be, if you make it fun, they will come.
Read moreThe Story Behind the Massive Success of the Savannah Bananas
Jesse Cole - April 12, 2022If you've browsed social media recently there's a decent chance you've seen a video of the Savannah Bananas. Everything from hitters doing the splits, to dancing grandmas, to flaming bats - nothing is off-limits.
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