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Side Hustle School

Ep. 3034 - Q&A: “How can I incorporate activism into my brand without seeming performative?”

Apr 22, 2025
Can activism and business coexist authentically? This discussion navigates the balance between effective branding and genuine commitment to sustainability. It emphasizes the significance of transparency in aligning your brand with your values. Learn how to engage with your audience without falling into the trap of performative activism. This insightful conversation encourages integrity while promoting a product that truly reflects your beliefs.
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Quick takeaways

  • Focusing on the product's quality and effectiveness allows activism to enhance a brand authentically without overshadowing its core values.
  • Implementing tangible sustainable practices before promoting activism fosters trust and demonstrates a genuine commitment to meaningful change.

Deep dives

Aligning Business with Personal Values

Building a business that reflects personal values can be challenging, especially when aiming to avoid performative activism. A key suggestion is to focus on the product itself, ensuring that it delivers real value and quality. For example, if creating a skincare line, it’s essential to prioritize the effectiveness and benefits of the products over advertising the activism. By allowing the activism to enhance the brand rather than overshadow it, businesses can establish an authentic identity that resonates more genuinely with consumers.

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