7 ways to jumpstart your holiday marketing

With just more than a week until Thanksgiving, shoppers are in turkey-time mode. But chances are, you've probably been thinking about the holidays for months.

Now's the time to prepare your Christmas and Hanukkah marketing materials. Need some inspiration? Take a hint from online retailer Abe's Market, whose pinup-inspired "Dishing Dirty" campaign combines conscious shopping, mindful eating, and waste reduction with a hefty dose of sarcasm and cheeky witticism.

It's hard to stand out in a sea of red-and-green advertisements and banners. Using a little humor can go a long way.