Branding Matters

Send us a textAre you ready to master the art of delivering a captivating pitch? Today, I'm thrilled to have a conversation with none other than Precious L. Williams, renowned as The Killer Pitch Master.Precious talks about her extensive knowledge of infusing life and personality into her pitching style. Known for her dynamic and spellbinding presentation techniques, Precious shares invaluable insights on how to engage and leave a lasting impression on your audience.Whether you're an entrepreneur, a seasoned professional, or simply looking to add excitement to your brand messaging, this episode is a treasure trove of game-changing strategies. It's time to break free from the ordinary and set yourself apart.Prepare for an electrifying conversation set to change the way you approach the art of pitching and branding.Here are the highlights from this episode:11:06 - Precious’ Shark Tank experience20:23 - How to deliver a good pitch27:58 - Pitching tips for coaches to grow their brand31:37 - Common pitching mistakes33:32 - Pitching tips for introverts35:02 - The importance of testimonials when building a brand38:27 - Precious’ badass superpowerSupport the showBRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating along with a brief review. And don't forget to order your BADASS T-shirt here.About MeHey there, I'm Joelly - the Branding Badass. My BADASS superpower is helping you build a brand that matters. From branded merch to keynote speaking, when you work with me, you get results! Need help telling your brand story? Learn more here.Let's stay connected!instagram - @Branding_BadasslinkedIn - Joelly Goodsonwebsite - BAMKO.NET

Send us a textReady for a deep dive into the intersection of technology and human emotion? Today, I'm sitting down with the incomparable June Bower, the Talker-in-Chief at TalkShop – a company she founded to help people succeed at work.June isn't your average marketing pro; she honed her skills at Apple during its formative years, sharing an office landscape with none other than Steve Jobs. With an impressive CV featuring names like 3Com, Adobe, and Cisco, she's a Silicon Valley legend.Don't miss our conversation where we journey back to the dawn of the computer age, exploring the blend of innovation and empathy that drives success. June shares her wisdom on leveraging technology for genuine human connection—a lesson you don't want to miss.Trust me, this episode's insights are ones you'll want to revisit, time and time again. Get ready for another valuable episode that'll redefine your approach to branding and technology.Here are the highlights from this episode:06:29 - What was it like working with Steve Jobs16:22 - The biggest challenge of startups in positioning their offerings19:37 - The best way to differentiate yourself from the competition27:36 - How digital humans help brands30:00 - Why is it important for employees to master their own personal brands35:06 - June’s badass superpowerThis episode is sponsored by:UneeQ - an artificial intelligence company, developing the most advanced autonomous digital human platform available for customer interactions – today and in tomorrow’s metaverse.UneeQ’s mission is to deliver digital human experiences that excel in marketing, sales and service roles – reducing complexity, improving conversions and creating memorable customer moments for brands.Want to Win a Digital Human valued at $100,000? Tell us your biggest, boldest and best idea for a digital human use case. We'll choose our favourite, build it and host it for one year for FREE.Find out more here: digitalhumans.com/brandingmattersSupport the showBRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating along with a brief review. And don't forget to order your BADASS T-shirt here.About MeHey there, I'm Joelly - the Branding Badass. My BADASS superpower is helping you build a brand that matters. From branded merch to keynote speaking, when you work with me, you get results! Need help telling your brand story? Learn more here.Let's stay connected!instagram - @Branding_BadasslinkedIn - Joelly Goodsonwebsite - BAMKO.NET

Send us a textToday I’m sitting down with Chris Kneeland co-founder of Cult Collective and The Gathering.Chris is the first guest to come on my podcast a second time! I’m super excited to have him back to get an update and hear what it takes to build a business people actually care about!During our chat, Chris and I take a deep dive into cult brands.Some things we cover include the 8 cult brand principles, how to espouse an aspirational lifestyle, and the benefits of achieving cult brand status, just to name a few.I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did, and hopefully you’ll learn a few things to help you build your own brand.Support the showBRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating along with a brief review. And don't forget to order your BADASS T-shirt here.About MeHey there, I'm Joelly - the Branding Badass. My BADASS superpower is helping you build a brand that matters. From branded merch to keynote speaking, when you work with me, you get results! Need help telling your brand story? Learn more here.Let's stay connected!instagram - @Branding_BadasslinkedIn - Joelly Goodsonwebsite - BAMKO.NET

Send us a textToday I’m sitting down with Deondric Royster; Managing Director at Webby Media and the Signal Awards - a podcast-focused awards program that honours excellence in podcasting.Before joining Webby Media, Deondric worked for some of the world’s most recognizable brands including Spotify and I Heart Radio. And with his 13+ years of experience in the industry, it’s fair to say he’s now on a mission to propel the podcast industry to stratospheric heights!During our incredibly fun and entertaining chat, Deondric and I discuss all things podcasting. From how to launch your own show to how to be a guest on other podcasts.If you’re thinking of launching a branded podcasts, or you already have one and you want to take it to the next level, this is definitely the episode for you!Support the showBRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating along with a brief review. And don't forget to order your BADASS T-shirt here.About MeHey there, I'm Joelly - the Branding Badass. My BADASS superpower is helping you build a brand that matters. From branded merch to keynote speaking, when you work with me, you get results! Need help telling your brand story? Learn more here.Let's stay connected!instagram - @Branding_BadasslinkedIn - Joelly Goodsonwebsite - BAMKO.NET

Send us a textEver wondered why some brands, like Kleenex or Apple, become so ingrained in our lives that they feel like part of the family? Curious about the secret sauce behind such unforgettable brands?In this episode, branding experts Bill Petrie and Kirby Hasseman sit down with me to dive into the intricacies of building iconic brands, the importance of brand consistency, and how to establish a unique brand. Trust me, when it comes to strategic marketing and branding, these guys know their stuff!We go deep into branding principles with Bill and Kirby, uncovering the power of showing up, the impact of obsessing over the small details, and the difference between brand marketing and target marketing.It's a treasure trove of insights, chock-full of lively banter and practical branding tips. So, are you ready to take your branding knowledge to the next level? Can't wait for you to hear it!Here are the key takeaways from this episode:01:58 - How Bill and Kirby started the Promo UPFront Podcast03:22 - Engaging with people’s content helps build relationships06:10 - The selection process for the Powerhouse Women of Promo list11:13 - It’s the small things that make the biggest difference especially in customer service15:23 - The difference between Brand Marketing and Target Marketing17:57 - Showcase your expertise through meaningful ways19:54 - Kirby’s TARGET acronym in marketingAbout Our GuestsAward-winning branding expert Bill Petrie is a co-founder of Brandivate and the co-host of the Promo UpFront podcast. Bill's unique strategic thinking and passion for branding make him a sought-after advisor for businesses seeking to elevate their brand awareness. He, along with Kirby, founded their podcast to help others navigate the world of branding, sharing their insights and strategies with a global audience.Kirby Hasseman, CEO of Hasseman Marketing and co-host of the Promo UpFront podcast, is known for his marketing expertise and commitment to excellence. Famous for his 'Monday Minute' and strong social media presence, Kirby uses his platform to educate and inspSupport the showBRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating along with a brief review. And don't forget to order your BADASS T-shirt here.About MeHey there, I'm Joelly - the Branding Badass. My BADASS superpower is helping you build a brand that matters. From branded merch to keynote speaking, when you work with me, you get results! Need help telling your brand story? Learn more here.Let's stay connected!instagram - @Branding_BadasslinkedIn - Joelly Goodsonwebsite - BAMKO.NET

Send us a textMy guest today is Paige Velasquez Budde, Partner & CEO at Zilker Media - one of Austin’s most reputable and fastest growing agencies that specializes in building people-driven brands.Paige has been featured as a keynote speaker on people-driven marketing and has led workshops for organizations such as Ernst & Young & Harvard Medical School to name a few.I’m not kidding when I say you’re going to want to grab a pen and notebook for this episode as it's  full of valuable information to help you build your brand!Some of the topics we cover include:The on-ramps you can build with your brandHow to think like a media outletWhere you make the best first impressionHow to come up on page 1 of GoogleI hope you enjoy this conversation as much  as I did, and hopefully you'll learn a few things to help you with your branding.Support the showBRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating along with a brief review. And don't forget to order your BADASS T-shirt here.About MeHey there, I'm Joelly - the Branding Badass. My BADASS superpower is helping you build a brand that matters. From branded merch to keynote speaking, when you work with me, you get results! Need help telling your brand story? Learn more here.Let's stay connected!instagram - @Branding_BadasslinkedIn - Joelly Goodsonwebsite - BAMKO.NET

Send us a textMy guest today is the one and only Mark Graham; Founder & CEO of commonsku - a software company specifically designed for the promotional products industry. During our fun conversation Mark and I discuss everything from building communities to building connections.Other topics we cover include:The value of story tellingHow to give people a reason to buy from youWhen to incorporate a mascot into your brandingAnd so much more!I really enjoyed this conversation and I hope you do too.  And hopefully, you’ll learn a few things to help you with your branding.𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗯𝘆 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸 - 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮’𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟰𝟬 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀.From promotional products, custom uniforms, and clothing, to sports co-branding, web stores and warehousing - Genumark is your #1 partner for creating brand awareness. And being ISO certified – you can rest assured ethical sourcing and sustainability are front and centre. If you’re looking for help with your next project, email brandingmatters@genumark.com.Support the showBRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating along with a brief review. And don't forget to order your BADASS T-shirt here.About MeHey there, I'm Joelly - the Branding Badass. My BADASS superpower is helping you build a brand that matters. From branded merch to keynote speaking, when you work with me, you get results! Need help telling your brand story? Learn more here.Let's stay connected!instagram - @Branding_BadasslinkedIn - Joelly Goodsonwebsite - BAMKO.NET

Send us a textMy guest today is Irina Sidorina; Head of Creativity at CANVA - a 3 billion dollar company that has disrupted the design industry as we know it.During our conversation we cover everything from creating a brand to creating magic.Other topics include:The importance of having a strong cultureHow CANVA gives you simple tools to be more creativeWhy consistency builds trust with your brandI hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did, and hopefully you learn a few things to help you with your branding.𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗯𝘆 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸 - 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮’𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟰𝟬 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀.From promotional products, custom uniforms, and clothing, to sports co-branding, web stores and warehousing - Genumark is your #1 partner for creating brand awareness. And being ISO certified – you can rest assured ethical sourcing and sustainability are front and centre. If you’re looking for help with your next project, email brandingmatters@genumark.com.Support the showBRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating along with a brief review. And don't forget to order your BADASS T-shirt here.About MeHey there, I'm Joelly - the Branding Badass. My BADASS superpower is helping you build a brand that matters. From branded merch to keynote speaking, when you work with me, you get results! Need help telling your brand story? Learn more here.Let's stay connected!instagram - @Branding_BadasslinkedIn - Joelly Goodsonwebsite - BAMKO.NET

Send us a textMy guest today is Jeremy Picker, Founder and Creative Director of AMB3R Creative - a fashion-forward business focused on bringing fashion to the people.  Jeremy's also the co-founder of ÉSTAINE, a company that designs luxurious accessories and apparel to help raise funds and awareness for cancer research. Which you'll discover, is a cause near and dear to Jeremy's heart.Most recently, Jeremy was ranked #1 on PPAI’s Online 18 for 2023 - The Best Promo Pros on Social Media. During our conversation, we cover everything from trends in fashion to trends in branded merchandise. This is definitely one of my favourite episodes, so I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗯𝘆 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸 - 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮’𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟰𝟬 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀.From promotional products, custom uniforms, and clothing, to sports co-branding, web stores and warehousing - Genumark is your #1 partner for creating brand awareness. And being ISO certified – you can rest assured ethical sourcing and sustainability are front and centre. If you’re looking for help with your next project, email brandingmatters@genumark.com.Support the showBRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating along with a brief review. And don't forget to order your BADASS T-shirt here.About MeHey there, I'm Joelly - the Branding Badass. My BADASS superpower is helping you build a brand that matters. From branded merch to keynote speaking, when you work with me, you get results! Need help telling your brand story? Learn more here.Let's stay connected!instagram - @Branding_BadasslinkedIn - Joelly Goodsonwebsite - BAMKO.NET

Send us a textMy guest today is Darren Bondar, Founder of Spiritleaf - Canada's largest recreational cannabis brand, which he sold in May of 2021 for $131 million dollars.Not one to sit still, it didn't take long for Darren to start a new company called HEMPALTA - an agricultural technology company focused on innovative hemp processing and product creation. During our fun conversation, we cover everything from building brands to building exit strategies. Other topics we cover include:Why it's so important to have a good brand strategyHow to set yourself apart from your competition with branded merchThe “do’s and don'ts” of selling a businessI hope you enjoy my conversation with Darren, and hopefully you'll learn a few things to help you with your branding. 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗯𝘆 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸 - 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮’𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟰𝟬 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀.From promotional products, custom uniforms, and clothing, to sports co-branding, web stores and warehousing - Genumark is your #1 partner for creating brand awareness. And being ISO certified – you can rest assured ethical sourcing and sustainability are front and center. If you’re looking for help with your next project, email brandingmatters@genumark.com.Support the showBRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating along with a brief review. And don't forget to order your BADASS T-shirt here.About MeHey there, I'm Joelly - the Branding Badass. My BADASS superpower is helping you build a brand that matters. From branded merch to keynote speaking, when you work with me, you get results! Need help telling your brand story? Learn more here.Let's stay connected!instagram - @Branding_BadasslinkedIn - Joelly Goodsonwebsite - BAMKO.NET