Sweat Equity

World-Class Brand Strategist Explains What Makes A Brand Unforgettable

Sweat Equity

Show Notes

World-class brand strategist Tatum Brandt joins Alex and Brian to break down how brands need to find their personality before performing well on social. From Goodr to Puresport to Bandit Running, they evaluate real brands, dissecting personality, positioning, and strategic execution. Tatum shares how to define your brand’s voice, and build something people actually care about. As always, appreciate you all listening, and don't forget to leave us a review and submit your questions for Alex and Brian at the email address below. See you next week. -------------------- WANT FREE GAME? Or just have a question for Brian & Alex? Submit your questions here: www.marketingexamined.com/podcast OR email us at [email protected] -------------------- WATCH THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: For full video versions, and short highlights of every episode, head to https://www.youtube.com/@marketingexamined?sub_confirmation=1 NEWSLETTER: For growth playbooks, deep dives, and marketing case studies, get subscribed at www.marketingexamined.com -------------------- Follow Alex & Brian on Twitter and IG www.twitter.com/@alexgarcia_atx www.twitter.com/@brian_blum1

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