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As you digest the Christmas feast<\/a> of adverts from last week, we decided to focus this week’s blog on the power of surprise. <\/span><\/h2>\n

Adverts come in many forms, here are some great ways brands have surprised people through experientials, stunts and activations.<\/span><\/p>\n

NABS GRABS ATTENTION<\/b><\/h3>\n

Owing to confidentiality, NABS, the advertising support network, can’t highlight their success stories. This stunt brought them to life in front of the industry.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"NABS<\/a><\/p>\n

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IKEA’S BIG SLEEP OVER<\/b><\/h3>\n

According to research, people spend just 10 minutes choosing a new mattress. IKEA found the perfect way to help us sleep on the issue, in this experiential.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"IKEA<\/a><\/p>\n

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WATER AID DEMAND CHANGE<\/b><\/h3>\n

For the first time, rather than a charity asking you for money \u2013 Water Aid made people ask for their money back in this activation.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"WATER<\/a><\/p>\n

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HOPE SOAP<\/b><\/h3>\n

A South African charity saves lives using a simple bar of soap in this inspiring activation.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"HOPE<\/a><\/p>\n

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