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Authentic messaging for purpose-led brands: what it is, why it’s fundamental and how to get it right (with lessons from Pamela Anderson)

Authentic messaging for purpose-led brands: what it is, why it’s fundamental and how to get it right (with lessons from Pamela Anderson)

Have you noticed that people never say they’re obsessed with X brand ‘because their Instagram looks amazing’, ‘…because they have a clever tagline’ ‘…because their TV jingle is so catchy’? 

While these elements might grab attention, they’re rarely the reason people truly fall in love with a brand. People fall in love with a brand because of how it makes them feel. And much of that emotional connection is down to expert messaging: the words used to communicate with its audience. In this article, we’re going to tell you what brand messaging is, why it’s key to your business strategy and how to do it right.

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The secret ingredient to writing compelling copy and content (and why you need both for your business)
Felicity Haythorn Felicity Haythorn

The secret ingredient to writing compelling copy and content (and why you need both for your business)

Content writing and copywriting aren’t the same thing.⁠ ⁠But if you’re not a copywriter or content marketer, why does it matter? Because it matters to your business. Understanding the difference between the two ensures you’re not overselling your product or service, putting people off with the wrong tone or message, or missing an opportunity to grow your community.

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Why strategic storytelling is so much more than a marketing buzzword
Strategic storytelling Felicity Haythorn Strategic storytelling Felicity Haythorn

Why strategic storytelling is so much more than a marketing buzzword

Everybody loves a story. Your children love one at bedtime (or more than one if they’re anything like ours). Your friends love to share a good yarn when you meet them for a drink. Your colleagues will whisper the latest gossip as you make a cuppa in the office kitchen (or message you on Slack). But what exactly is storytelling and how does it help your business? Here’s how using narrative strategically can strengthen your brand and create those all-important connections.

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