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The seven essential questions every winning brand must answer

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Brands aren’t just about logos, taglines, or ads. At the heart of the most successful brands is a keen understanding of their ideal target consumer, a compelling brand vision that steers everyone, and an organizing brand idea that brings it all to life. As a former VP of Marketing for Fortune 500 companies, I have […]

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