Brand dissonance—in both B to B and B to C companies—can take many forms. And customers won't slow down to understand the message.  They'll simply cover their ears and run.  

Actions speak louder than words. Our mothers taught us this, but sometimes we forget. So when actions and marketing efforts are at odds, the confusion starts.

Here are a few examples:

  • A health company with employees who smoke 
  • The tech company with a weak or nonexistent social media presence
  • A beauty salon with staff that's not impeccably groomed
  • The caterer with a dirty delivery van

Rapidly growing companies are at risk because there's so much going on at once. Time to listen. Are there areas in your organization creating distracting noise that says something you don't mean? Take time to consider both internal and external factors.

Every single brand touchpoint matters. If those touchpoints are well aligned, it's like that song that makes everyone pump up the volume when Pandora serves it up. Customers will sing along and be excited to be a part of the whole ecosystem.

And that means buzz, loyalty and profit.

 

If you need help with a Brand Ecosystem Audit, contact Martha at 785.969.6203 or drop us an This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  At MB PIland, we're here to help!

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