Plink-plinky pseudo-Phillip Glass piano scores that are supposed to signal “thoughtful.”
Question-themed copy. Don’t ask me where I want to go, what I want to do, what my dreams are, what I’m working for.
Sales “events.”
Drawings layered onto photography meant to suggest “possibility.” Sprint: haven’t you seen the Microsoft spots?
Looking off-camera when you’re supposed to be looking at me. Sam Waterston (and Bob Giraldi): I’m talking to you. I’d look at you, too. if you were here.
Vodka commercials filmed on yachts not tied up in the marina. If you want to get drunk and be a danger to others on the water, get a Cigarette boat.
Belly of the Beast 
It’s always good to hear your clear-eyed analysis, Steve.