JUST Branding

Sick of long winded brand building processes that take months and loose momentum? Then you need to know about "Brand Sprints"! 👉 Learn more: https://justcreative.com/podcast In this 'scrappy'(!) episode we jump into the magical world of sprinting. We speak with the brilliant Eden Vidal, founder of Under. His studio helps businesses define their strategy, positioning and identities in just 10 days...

In this thought-provoking episode of JUST Branding, we're thrilled to host Professor Byron Sharp, a leading figure in marketing science and the Director of the Ehrenberg-Bass Institute, the world's premier center for marketing research. 👉 Learn more: https://justcreative.com/podcast Byron, renowned for his groundbreaking book "How Brands Grow," which has significantly influenced the marketing sph...

Prepare to embark on an insightful exploration of the branding industry's ever-changing landscape in State of Brand 2024, hosted by Jacob Cass and Matt Davies. This special episode promises to provide a deep dive into the core of the branding world as it stands today. 👉 Learn more: https://justcreative.com/podcast Facing the influences of AI integration, post-COVID market dynamics, and current ec...

Welcome to the special ‘Best of 2023’ episode of ‘JUST Branding,’ where we dive into the most insightful and transformative ideas in branding and marketing from the year. 👉 Learn more: https://justcreative.com/podcast This episode is a curated journey through the minds of industry leaders, innovators, and rebels, each offering unique perspectives on branding’s evolving landscape. We kick off with...

In this enlightening episode of JUST Branding, you’ll discover the art and science of brand storytelling through the experiences and insights of Miri Rodriguez, a celebrated storyteller and branding expert with an impressive history at Microsoft. Miri, an author and speaker, delves into the nuances of creating relevant brand narratives that transform audience perceptions and build strong connectio...

Tune in as we explore the transformative role of insights in branding and marketing with subject matter expert, Chris Kocek.  Our conversation begins with Kocek sharing his journey and the motivation behind his new book, "Any Insights Yet?”, which aims to revolutionize our understanding of insights in business. Kocek delves into the essence of what constitutes a true insight, differentiating it fr...

We're diving deep into the realm of BIG Brand Ideas – those game-changing, magnetic forces that breathe life into brands and propel them to greatness. Join your hosts, the dynamic duo of branding, Matt Davies and Jacob Cass, as they unravel the mysteries behind these mighty ideas. It's a rollercoaster of insights, anecdotes, and aha moments! Discover what it takes to craft a brand idea so compelli...

When collaboratively building a brand, how does a strategist balance both the facilitation of workshops and the task of creating the strategy 🤔. What are the key challenges? How can they be overcome? This is the topic of this value-packed episode. As a workshop ExperienceDesigner and facilitator known for her work with the Butter and Miro Communities and as a brand strategist working with global...

Join us and Hamish Smyth as we unravel the crucial role of brand guidelines in achieving brand consistency, recognition, and trust. We’ll explore the key elements of successful guidelines and gain insights from renowned brands, plus learn how to avoid common pitfalls and create brand guidelines that people actually use. Plus, we introduce the ground-breaking "Standards" tool transforming brand gui...

Our guest today is the esteemed Professor Jenni Romaniuk, an expert in marketing and consumer behaviour from the Ehrenberg-Bass Institute for Marketing Science. In this episode, we explore the significance of distinctiveness in branding and its role in a brand's success. Jenni shares key elements for building distinctive brands and provides examples of distinctive brand assets. We also delve into...

Join us as we sit down with marketing strategist, Ian Barnard, and delve into the world of brand performance and its distinction from performance marketing, exploring the positioning process (4Cs) and the significance of creating future demand. Ian shares valuable insights on how small brands can grow when competing against larger market leaders and highlights the most common advertising mistakes...

Mastering Brand Building in a Regulated World: Insights from the Brilliant Terri Goldstein! 🎙️ Calling all business owners and marketers operating in regulated environments like finance or medical! This episode is tailor-made for you. Join us as we delve into the extraordinary mind of Terri Goldstein, a visionary strategist and design expert, whose unwavering commitment to brands has spanned decad...

Frederick Ost and Erik Kockum of SNASK join us to discuss how to build culture, and along the way our conversation diverts into a myriad of topics including creativity, empathy, philosophy, and of course, branding. We discuss how their agency SNASK approaches brand building, the key to creativity, how to create a culture of trust and creativity, as well as how leading with vulnerability and empath...

LinkedIn is one of the most powerful platforms for making business connections and growing your personal brand. But are you leveraging its power to the full? Join us in this episode as we are joined by LinkedIn expert, Mike Roberts, to dig deep into how to use LinkedIn to grow your personal brand for success. Together we review how LinkedIn can help you build a powerful personal brand and what you...

Dan White is a branding consultant and author of "The Smart Branding Book" and has over 30 years of experience in marketing and branding. In this episode, we discuss the latest thinking and methods for brand building including the rarely discussed area of uncovering insights and measuring brand, with successful examples. We highlight how insights and measurement can be used together to create succ...

Get ready to revolutionize your branding game with the help of AI! In this episode of JUST Branding, we are joined by the renowned digital marketing expert and "AI whisperer," Rob Lennon, who has 45 publications under his belt and a wealth of knowledge and resources around AI, ChatGPT, and prompt craft. Rob shares actionable insights on how you can leverage AI, particularly ChatGPT, to grow your b...

Are you thirsty for some killer marketing strategies? Then grab a glass of Liquid Death Mountain Water and tune in to the latest episode of the Just Branding Podcast! Hosts Matt & Jacob sit down with Steve Nilson, AKA Stix, the 'Vice of President of Cult Indoctrination' at Liquid Death, to dive into the innovative thinking behind one of the most successful up-and-coming consumer brands. Stix a...

Warning. This episode might blow your mind. In this episode, Matt and Jacob speak with Kate Pincott - Head of Design at Matteruem. Mattereuem are at the cutting edge of technology which enables brands to create NFT digital passports of real-world assets which are certified by third parties and which may enable the spiral economy. If none of that makes any sense to you then definitely listen to thi...

Do you run strategic brand-building workshops with your clients or team? Or wish to? Then this episode is for you! We go deep into workshops with expert workshop designer Brittni Bowering (ex AJ&Smart). In a jam-packed episode, we discuss why workshops are so powerful, when and when not to use workshops, and tips on how to create and run a powerful workshop. We also go into the pros and cons o...

In this episode, Jacob Cass & Matt Davies delve into the subject of community building for both brands & creatives. We jump straight into understanding your audience, where we cover defining your target audience, understanding their needs and behaviors, and researching to gain insights. We then move on to defining your community's purpose, highlighting the importance of identifying core va...

In this episode, we dive into the world of brand consulting, what it is, and how it differs from other roles in the branding industry. We discuss the key qualities that make a successful brand consultant, including confidence, communication and listening skills, a growth mindset, and strong facilitation abilities. Next, we will each share our own background and experiences in the branding industry...

What a year! In this episode, we share some of our favorite insights from our esteemed guests. Episodes featured (in order):  E19: Supercharging Innovation & Creativity with Hussain Almossawi E9: Agile Swarming with Dennis Hahn E20: Brands VS Blands with Ariadna Navarro E11: Debunking Branding Bull with Austin Franke E13: Million Dollar Consulting with Alan Weiss E18: Brand Positioning with Ul...

As brand builders, we used to build brands that would last. Campaigns would extend for years, and visual identity systems—once created—wouldn’t become obsolete for decades. Today, the speed of change is so aggressive, brand builders must consider that what they build now could be irrelevant in a few months. Brands face a choice. First, they can commit to brand positioning and stay true to their vi...

Discover how to harness your fire, flex your courage and supercharge your ideas to create remarkable products, services & experiences, with the knowledge shared by the creative powerhouse, Hussain Almossawi. Hussain has just released a book titled “The Innovator’s Handbook: A Short Guide to Unleashing Your Creative Mindset” which is full of insights, ideas, stories & practical exercises th...

How can brands position themselves for success in today’s marketplace? That is the question. And we have the answer! In this episode, we discuss proven brand positioning methodologies that actually work, complete with examples and practical steps you can use to develop your own brand positioning that are truly differentiating, distinctive, and highly relevant. To guide us, we have Ulli Appelbaum,...