More Than A Lawyer with Holly Cope LinkedIn Masterclass for Lawyers: Speak Your Clients’ Language & Build Trust with Alana Sparrow
Oct 1, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Alana Sparrow, Chief Branding Officer at The Foundry, sheds light on how law firms often miss the mark by focusing on credentials over client needs. She emphasizes the importance of listening and using clients' language to build trust. Alana also critiques overly polished legal brands and advocates for authentic storytelling. She highlights the significance of personal brands for leaders on platforms like LinkedIn, and how empowering employees to share their experiences can transform a firm's branding strategy.
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Change Beats Feature Lists
- Lawyers respond to messaging that promises to change a tired, stressful status quo rather than feature lists.
- Positioning as a supportive industry partner magnifies trust and impact in conservative sectors like law.
Build From Real Market Needs
- Do research and build products from real market needs instead of assumptions.
- Validate demand with customers before investing heavily to avoid risky misalignment.
Delivery Makes Branding Real
- A brand's visual polish only works if the company consistently delivers on its promises.
- Without aligned delivery across touchpoints, polished branding loses credibility and trust.