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What Every Brand Can Learn From Gap’s Perfectly Timed Katseye Drop
Gap just showed every brand how to win with timing, nostalgia, and strategy. Here’s the branding breakdown behind their viral Katseye denim campaign.
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What Nike Just Did, and Why It’s a Reminder for Every Woman Running a Business
Nike is refocusing on its roots, and it’s a masterclass in brand clarity. Learn how narrowing your message can make your business stronger, not smaller.
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Why Chasing $1M Might Be the Wrong Goal for Your Business
Learn why chasing $1M isn’t the only path. Inspired by Brian O’Kelley, this article explores how defining your own “enough” creates a more aligned brand strategy.
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How I Aligned My Personal and Business Brands (And Why You Should Too)
Aligning your personal and business brands unlocks new opportunities, builds trust, and creates a more authentic, impactful presence.
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Aliens, Oat Milk & Talking Trees: What SXSW 2025 Taught Me About Bold Branding
SXSW 2025 was a masterclass in bold brand activations—proving that unforgettable moments don’t require massive budgets, just creativity, intention, and the courage to stand out.
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If Corporate Life Feels Off Right Now… You’re Not Imagining It
Corporate culture’s return to aggressive leadership is pushing many—especially women—to reject the system and build values-driven businesses that prioritize care, creativity, and a redefined vision of success.
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How Payless Pranked Influencers—And What It Teaches Us About Branding
The Payless “Palessi” stunt proved that perception is everything—when positioned as luxury, a $19.99 shoe suddenly felt worth $645, showing that branding, not just price, defines value.
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Even Paper Towels Have a Brand Story.
Your product isn’t boring, your positioning might be. See how top brands turn basics into cultural moments and learn the frameworks to do it yourself.
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The “Jeans vs. Genes” Debate: When Wordplay Backfires in Branding
American Eagle’s “Great Jeans” ad stirred debate on beauty and values. Get the breakdown for clear, timely brand communication.
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What the Oscars Can Teach Us About Branding for Women
The 2024 Oscars showcased a major shift in marketing, with brands focusing on women—especially those 45+—by embracing authenticity, relatability, and representation, proving that women’s purchasing power is finally being recognized.
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The Smartest Brand Pivot I’ve Seen (And How You Can Do It Too)
How Astronomer used Gwyneth Paltrow to flip a PR crisis into a brand win. Clear branding and marketing lessons for small business owners.
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What Happens When Being “Controversial” Becomes a Branding Strategy?
Is bold branding the future of brand strategy? Understand how polarization drives attention, the risks it brings, and how to stand out responsibly.
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