Marketing Against The Grain How To Start A Cult Brand | Lessons From Peloton, Nike, and CrossFit
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Dec 20, 2022 Dive into the intriguing world of cult brands and discover what entrepreneurs can learn from cult leaders. Explore how emotional connections and community foster loyalty, as seen with giants like Nike and Peloton. Unpack the competitive spirit that drives brands like CrossFit and how digital platforms level the playing field. From actionable insights on creating community to predicting future cult brands, this engaging discussion reveals the power of storytelling and belonging in today's marketing landscape.
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Reasons for Joining Cults
- People join cults due to societal problems, belonging needs, low self-esteem, and a search for purpose.
- These motivations can be leveraged to build cult brands by offering solutions, community, validation, and meaning.
Examples of Cult Brands
- Kipp Bodnar and Kieran Flanagan discuss brands like Nike, Peloton, and Patagonia.
- They analyze how these brands tap into purpose, belonging, and societal concerns to cultivate cult-like followings.
Routinization of Charisma
- Max Weber's "routinization of charisma" describes how charismatic authority challenges the status quo.
- Eventually, these challenges get incorporated into society, making the brand or movement less revolutionary.
