advertising!

Something that excites me about advertising is that there are many different outlets (my friend is making fun of me right now for being so general...fine I'll go more in depth). I find it fascinating that you can insult someone and get them to buy your product. Makeup companies do it all the time, "You're not perfect and what would make you better looking is - this!" If your friend told you this, most likely you'd insult them right back. I don't think anyone would stand for that kind of harassment in person (Friend is looking over my shoulder...so better not mess up). I also find interesting that we are surrounded by advertisements everyday and most people don't notice. We are influenced without even knowing it. Who knew those advertisers are so sneaky? It's almost like subliminal messaging.