Your Brand As A Story
September 28, 2017
Hosted by Phil Davis and Liz Hiemstra
[Download MP3] [itunes] [Bookmark Episode]
Episode Description
Brands can serve a number of key functions, from a simple identifier to an entire messaging platform. In this episode, we examine the value and benefits of having a brand story, as well as how to create, articulate and weave that storyline throughout your marketing. While brand names names provide a starting point for conversation, brand stories offer a higher degree of engagement. They work on an emotive level and create compelling connections that go beyond the functional feel of product and feature based branding. If you are looking to tap into your customer base on a deeper level, be sure to listen in and discover how you can create a narrative that intrigues, invites and inspires your customers. Rather than getting off to a slow and stumbling start, discover how to engage and enlighten your clients from your initial introduction all the way through to the (very) happy ending.
Brilliant Branding
Archives Available on VoiceAmerica Business Channel
"Brilliant Branding" shines the spotlight, and provides valuable insights, into the most common, and frustrating company identity issues facing startups, entrepreneurs, consultants, and even established business owners. Topics address timely issues such as effective naming strategies, smart logo design, tips for trademarking, clear brand messaging, engaging social media and reputation management. We take a deep dive to uncover the "pivot point" of an organization, the "why" behind each business to help build a more clear, cohesive and compelling brand image.
Guests will include authors, industry thought leaders, linguists, graphic designers, digital strategists and other experts to provide a holistic approach to building your brand. If you have ever struggled to explain or clarify your business, this show will supercharge your identity so you can outshine your competition.
Phil Davis and Liz Hiemstra
Phil Davis is one of the most quoted company naming experts globally. Phil has named and/or branded over 250 companies, products and services worldwide. Some of his work includes PODS, as well as TeamLogicIT, EarlyMoments, TradingBlock, and DoubleCross Vodka. Phil has written for, or been quoted in, Inc., WSJ.com, Entrepreneur.com, Bloomberg BusinessWeek, Newsday, Reader's Digest, and many others. Phil's branding articles are frequently referenced by those researching and publishing branding related topics.
When not actively naming a company, Phil speaks on the subject of "Brilliant Branding" and best industry practices. He has served as both keynote branding speaker, as well as subject matter expert on brand development.
Phil founded a full service advertising agency at the age of 26 in Tampa Bay, Florida. He was recognized with a Price Waterhouse Up and Comer Award at the start of his career and continued by building a marketing firm that attracted a broad range of retail, medical, industrial and B2B clientele.
After 17 years at the helm, Phil left his agency to devote himself to the art of naming and branding. He relocated to North Carolina where he founded Tungsten Branding in 2003. Since that time, Phil has worked regionally, nationally and internationally to build clear, compelling brand identities that convey a cohesive message. His commitment to brand clarity is the hallmark of Tungsten Branding.
