Rediscover the founder's original story to revive a stagnant brand.
Embrace failure and take bold risks for transformative growth.
Craft a compelling narrative by identifying brand villains and allies.
Deep dives
Rediscovering the Brand's Story
Brands aren't just created; they're found. To reinvigorate a stagnant brand, reconnecting with the founder's original story is crucial. Over time, companies can lose sight of their origins and deviate from their core values, leading to a disconnect with customers. By revisiting the founder's vision and reigniting the brand's essence, companies can realign their trajectory and resonate with their audience once more.
Embracing Risk and Innovation
During flat growth periods, taking bold risks and making innovative moves can be the inflection points that propel a business forward. Embracing failure as a natural part of growth allows for experimentation and the discovery of new strategies that may revitalize a company's trajectory. Being willing to try new ideas, even if most fail, can lead to transformative outcomes.
The Power of Storytelling in Brand Building
Crafting a compelling narrative is essential in building a strong brand identity. Understanding the parallels between superhero comics and brand development can provide insights into defining key elements of a brand story, such as identifying villains (opposition) and friends (allies), to create a captivating narrative that resonates with audiences.
Identifying Arch Nemesis for Brand Positioning
Effectively positioning a brand involves identifying arch nemeses that represent the antithesis of the brand's values. By calling out opposing forces and establishing clear adversaries, brands can evoke a sense of purpose and differentiation, rallying customers around shared values and beliefs.
Strategic Moves for Alignment with Founder Vision
Strategic initiatives, like shifting to quarterly enrollments or embracing short-form content, can realign business strategies with the founder's original vision. Making decisive choices that may initially seem risky but are rooted in the founder's ethos can drive growth and reconnect the company with its founding story, fostering renewed success.
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It was such a pleasure and honor to have the opportunity to speak with the legend, Chris Do. It is one of my most requested guests for The Matt Gray Show. For those who do not know Chris, he is a Director, Chief Strategist, and CEO at Blind and the founder of The Futur-an online education platform that aims to teach 1 billion people how to make a living.
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