Gratitude is incomparable. It feels magical to be appreciated. It is a phenomenon that the latest trend, or business meme, or buzzword can't even come close to approximating.
Read MoreWhen we know who we are and we know what we stand for, our messages transform. We're no longer battling in that massive bog of blandness. Our messages transcend. They are genuine and meaningful. And that can be magical.
Read MoreWhen your competition spends all their time talking about themselves, it opens the door for you to win the day by addressing the two triggers. Stories make that happen.
Read MoreEmbracing a purpose doesn’t happen overnight. You just have to start. Not with some disruptive jolt. You simply need to step in. And begin the evolution.
Read MoreThe desire to serve the aspirations of those we hope to engage should drive what we do. But it should also drive what we won’t do. Giving a voice to these things can be inspiring for everyone.
Read MoreA Big Audacious Meaning introduces a different dynamic. It puts forth the idea that we can serve society while financially bettering our organization.
Read MorePurpose unlocks abilities to heighten our engagement with everyone we hope to serve. That can be game changing for any organization.
Read MoreThere are three questions you can ask that will reorient your story to be relevant and meaningful to the distracted and unimpressed masses whose attention and interest is critical to us.
Read MoreWith all our digital tools, it's easier than ever for an organization to add to the cacophony of self-absorbed messages that fill our heads every day.
Read MoreEverything else we do with our brand pales in comparison to the ability to serve their aspiration to feel like they matter in this world. It is undeniable.
Read MoreBefore we run off and do anything with our brand, we must first develop incredible empathy for those we hope to serve.
Read MorePurpose gives brands an unfair advantage, because it addresses a fundamental desire for our customers and prospects. Here are some of the more compelling posts that help us in our pursuit of becoming a purpose-driven brand.
Read MoreIf we stick to these guideposts we are less likely to to be immediately dismissed. Because we have actually given those we hope to serve a reason to care.
Read MoreWhen we clarify the purpose, we are not forcing the organization to transform into some other entity. We are amplifying the most powerful belief that an organization holds.
Read MoreIf we reorient our brand to this way of thinking, we will transform our story. But more importantly, we may just find we have the opportunity to transform a life.
Read MoreFinding the authentic connection of our brand to this fundamental need of us all is where we find the makings of a simple brand idea that has that game-changing power.
Read MoreIf we take the time to clarify what difference we can make, we can create that catalyst. The catalyst that ignites exceptional success and fosters something extraordinary for everyone who engages with our brand.
Read MoreBringing purpose into our brand and our story is one of the most energizing opportunities available to organizations today. The biggest roadblock may simply be finding a way to start. Prototyping a purpose is the answer.
Read MoreI can’t tell you how many times I have struggled with a branding challenge. And at the height of frustration, reminded myself that, “It’s the story, stupid.”
Read MoreYes, PowerPoint sucks. But not as much as giving in to it, cramming it full of unreadable text, illegible boxes and arrows, and heinous clip art.
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