Let's talk branding

In this episode, I talk with the legendary Peter Weinberg, head of development at The B2B institute from LinkedIn. We talk about the common misperceptions in B2B marketing, how to build a B2B brand on a budget, and the differences/similarities between B2B and B2C marketing. It's a really great episode full of knowledge bombs so I'll bet you'll enjoy it! Important links:The B2B institutePeter on LinkedInIf you're interested in learning more about brand strategy research, check out my latest course here. Use PODCASTLTB and get a 20% discount.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit labmarcel.substack.com

In this episode, I talk with Ian Humphris, the founder of Nokamo consulting. Ian has a wide knowledge of marketing and branding. We get deep into the weeds of what 'brand-building' really means for the balance sheet. We also chat about what we can learn from industry legends like Byron Sharp, Rosser Reeves, Mark Ritson, and much more about segmentation, differentiation, and a lot more. Ian on TwitterNokamo website and twitterIf you're interested in learning more about brand strategy research, check out my latest course here. Use PODCASTLTB and get a 20% discount.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit labmarcel.substack.com

In this episode, I talk with content marketing specialist Jake Sanders. We explore the area of content marketing and talk about some of the nuances of where content marketing really works and where it doesn't. Jake has a lovely perspective on marketing and he has a way with words that is quite unique. We also explore sonic branding and how it links up with content marketing. Jake on TwitterJake also tipped of this book where he found the idea for the content turkeyJake's content home = Audio content lab check out his lovely and entertaining content!Big shoutout to Jake for creating this custom piece of music for this episode. Lovely stuff. If you're interested in learning more about brand strategy research, check out my latest course here. Use PODCASTLTB and get a 20% discount.   This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit labmarcel.substack.com

In this episode, I talk with John Lyons, currently Senior Loyalty Proposition Manager at a certain Danish toy manufacturer. We talk about the building blocks (pun intended) of loyalty and how to look at loyalty without going all 'love brand' on everyone. It's a very interesting deep dive into a highly contested area. Mr. Hat on TwitterIf you're interested in learning more about brand strategy research, check out my latest course here. Use PODCASTLTB and get a 20% discount.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit labmarcel.substack.com

In this episode, I talk with Shann Biglione. Former Chief strategy officer at media agency Publicis. He recently started his own company called 'Kelp', they help you track 'corporate reputation'. We talk about the role of corporate reputation, brand-building, media, category entry points, and a lot more. Shann has a lot of depth when it comes to media but also a broad understanding of the broader marketing canon.Shann on TwitterThe Overthinkers podcast (highly recommended)If you're interested in learning more about brand strategy research, check out my latest course here. Use PODCASTLTB and get a 20% discount.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit labmarcel.substack.com

Alan, the company I'm working for. If you're interested in learning more about brand strategy research, check out my latest course here. Use PODCASTLTB and get a 20% discount.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit labmarcel.substack.com

In this episode, I talk with Zoe Scaman, founder at Bodacious, a strategy studio. We have a deep and interesting conversation about the role of communities in building stronger brands. Zoe has a fresh and nuanced take on things like 'fandom' and the value they can create for brands. Zoe on TwitterIf you're interested in learning more about brand strategy research, check out my latest course here. Use PODCASTLTB and get a 20% discount.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit labmarcel.substack.com

In this episode, I talk with Shireen Smith, author of 'Brand tuned, The new rules of branding, strategy and intellectual property'. Shireen is an IP lawyer that specializes in branding. She has been advocating for deeper relations between the fields of IP and branding and I subscribe to this idea. The role of distinctiveness is both legally and strategically essential in brand-building.We talk about:Intellectual property and its relationship to brandingTrademarks, copyright, and patentsShireen's book, Brand tunedDifferentiation and distinctivenessIf you're interested in learning more about brand strategy research, check out my latest course here. Use PODCASTLTB and get a 20% discount.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit labmarcel.substack.com

In this episode, we chat with Andy Nairn, author of 'Go luck yourself' and founder of Lucky Generals, an advertising agency. We talk about the huge role of 'luck' in branding, marketing, and business. Andy has found some great ways to leverage luck and challenge traditional thinking. I highly recommend reading the book. Some links:The agency: Lucky GeneralsThe book: Go luck yourselfIf you're interested in learning more about brand strategy research, check out my latest course here. Use PODCASTLTB and get a 20% discount.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit labmarcel.substack.com

In this episode, I talk with Naeiri Zargarian, a strategy director at Interbrand. We take a deep dive into the 'Best global brands report for 2021' and what we can learn from it. We talk about some specific brands but also overall trends and the future. Here's the report if you want to dive inConnect with Naeri on LinkedInIf you're interested in learning more about brand strategy research, check out my latest course here. Use PODCASTLTB and get a 20% discount.    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit labmarcel.substack.com