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A publisher's confessions allege that media sellers offer rebates to agencies for sending clients their way, a practice the publisher sees as a larger-scale version of commonplace gifting.

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The Wall Street Journal (steps to turn off self-doubt) is business and financial news.

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Buffalo Trace Distillery is exploring how seven variables like grain type and barrel charring impact their whiskey aging process, even building a climate-controlled Warehouse X for future experiments. via Drinkhacker

Youth marketing strategist Connor Blakely argues that brands need to prioritize authentic relationships and social impact over traditional advertising to connect with Generation Z.

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Business Insider lists 7 books Twitter and Square CEO Jack Dorsey says have changed his life.

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Digiday criticizes Calvin Klein's 2016 ad campaign for its overuse of celebrities and lack of creativity.

Nearly three-quarters of NBC's gross ratings points come from live programming, which may be preventing the major broadcast networks from failing, according to Ad Age.

Nomadic Matt explains how he earns over one million frequent flier miles each year using credit cards, bonuses, and other rewards programs. via NomadicMatt.com.

An article on PhocusWire discusses Mary Meeker's 2016 Internet Trends report highlighting UberPool's growth and the resurgence of ridesharing. via PhocusWire.

Fast Company provides six expert tricks for achieving inbox zero every day. The website features a variety of content covering topics like business news, technology, work life, and design.

Econsultancy and Datalicious surveyed senior staff about media budgets and found some discrepancies in spending versus engagement. via Econsultancy.

This article explores eight theories behind the success of leading CPG brands and three ways those brands can be unseated. via Branding Strategy Insider.