Not all semiotic examples are pictures or logos. For example, the "Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there" jingle symbolizes the feeling of security that you want from an insurance company.

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The first three examples of strategic alternatives on the above list are, to a lesser degree, examples of companies that are struggling, and seeking alternatives that will help them survive.