The Big Idea in 5 Steps

This 5-step process outlines developing a big idea for marketing. Step 1 is understanding the context and problem. Step 2 is identifying the core problem to be solved. Step 3 examines why the problem exists based on physical, economic, social and technological factors. Step 4 defines the single-minded proposition addressing the problem. Step 5 develops an umbrella idea, not just a tactic, to deliver the proposition through various media and tactics. The process emphasizes clearly defining the problem and focusing the idea on a concise single message people will remember.