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This is the Level Up Your Brand Podcast. I'm Martin Sully, a brand strategist, designer and founder of Snapper Studio. And, I'm on a mission to help you gain clarity and confidence in your brand.I’ll arm you with bite-size tips and introduce you to friends of the show who are taking their brand to the next level.

  1. 2025/07/14

    Rebranding Happiness with Declan Edwards

    Send us a text Declan Edwards is widely known as that happiness guy and as a thought leader in the space of positive psychology, employee experience, and personal development. As the founder of BU Happiness College, a social enterprise dedicated to helping individuals and organisations build the skills of happiness, Declan has built a strong personal brand by standing at the intersection of science, storytelling, and social impact. With a Master’s degree in Applied Positive Psychology and a background in health, Declan has grown his influence as a trusted voice in the personal development space; speaking on stages including TEDx, consulting with leading organisations, and amassing a loyal online following of purpose-driven professionals. His work has shown that happiness is not a fluffy ideal, but a measurable and learnable skill that drives meaningful results in both life and leadership. Through intentional personal branding, Declan has not only elevated his voice but also used it to amplify a movement that is changing the way we think about success, leadership, and happiness in the modern world. In this wildly refreshing episode, we sit down with Declan Edwards — a.k.a. The Happiness Guy, founder of BU Happiness College, TEDx speaker, and passionate fruit hater. You need to listen to what fruit it is. We unpack everything from emotional branding to joy, with a detour into vegetable trauma, and why "happiness" desperately needs a better PR team. ✨ Who should listen: Brand builders, creatives, and business owners looking for a new emotional lensPeople in culture and hrAnyone obsessed with how psychology meets marketingTomato lovers (consider this a warning) Links: - Subscribe to Declan's Podcast "How to Be Happy" on SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0zriwga04Rl0pbjFuDF6Hl?si=1361a39f296e4b60 - Subscribe to Declan's Podcast "How to Be Happy" on APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/how-to-be-happy/id1361238593 - Join the waitlist for Declan's upcoming book: https://s.pointerpro.com/bookwaitlist Website: www.declanjedwards.com BU Happiness College: buhappinesscollege.com LinkedIn: @declanjedwards Hit play to find out why building a happier brand might be the most strategic thing you do!

    1 小时 2 分钟

  2. 2025/06/30

    Making Building Easy with Kerri-Ann Hooper

    Send us a text Kerri-Ann Hooper on Building Smarter: Contracts, Cash Flow & Calling BS on Industry Norms This episode is for anyone who's ever looked at a building contract and thought: Wait, where did that charge come from? I’m joined by Kerri-Ann Hooper — straight-talker, industry shaker, and founder of a building company doing things differently. We get into: The sneaky stuff hidden in building contracts (and how to spot it)Why COVID didn’t just shake up timelines — it reshaped trustWhat real estate taught her about branding, perception, and backing yourselfHow social media actually works for builders (hint: it’s not just before-and-after shots)And why building a brand with intention matters just as much as bricks and mortarKerri-Ann’s story is packed with real-life lessons — from overcoming financial hits to navigating unrealistic design expectations and championing transparency in an industry that’s not known for it. Whether you’re in the game or on the tools, this convo is a blueprint for building better — businesses, brands, and homes. Episode Highlights: 00:00 – Office Christmas Party Recap 00:57 – Meet Kerri-Ann: A Disruptor with Purpose 01:40 – Making Waves at a Networking Event 02:23 – Branding That’s Built to Last 07:44 – Real Talk on Industry Challenges 13:12 – The COVID Fallout 16:05 – Resilience in Action 22:01 – The Block vs. Reality 24:30 – Champagne Tastes on a Bunnings Budget 24:50 – Picking Colours That Rent, Not Just Impress 26:02 – How TV Trends Skew Real Life 27:43 – What’s Next for the Aussie Building Scene 28:50 – Energy Efficiency & Government Red Tape 29:48 – Prefab Homes and Smarter Living 30:29 – Why the Housing Crisis Isn’t Just About Houses 35:59 – Relationship-Driven Business 41:24 – How to Nail Social Media When You’re in the Trade 45:25 – Wrap-Up & Takeaways

    46 分钟

  3. 2024/08/15

    Small Bytes: Reaching 2+ target audiences with one brand

    Send us a text In this conversation, Martin Sully addresses the question of how to maintain a unified brand identity and consistent message for a two-sided marketplace with two target markets. He suggests creating personas for each target market and gathering information about their demographics, interests, and problems. By integrating this information with the brand values and message, it is possible to create content that resonates with both target markets. The key is to use language that is simple and free of jargon. The brand identity should remain consistent, but specific pages or landing pages can be created to address the different needs of each target market. Key Takeaways Create personas for each target market to gather information about their demographics, interests, and problems.Integrate the gathered information with the brand values and message to create content that resonates with both target markets.Use language that is simple and free of jargon to ensure the message is understood by both target markets.Maintain a consistent brand identity while creating specific pages or landing pages to address the different needs of each target market.Need to better understand your target audience? Read our blog post: Attracting Dream Customers and Repelling Customers

    9 分钟

  4. 2024/08/08

    Small Bytes: Discover the Hidden Depths of Brand Guidelines

    Send us a text Brand guidelines are the most important document for a business, as they control and maintain consistency in branding. They can go deep and include strategy, tone of voice, and messaging. Even small businesses should have brand guidelines to guide their brand identity. Not having brand guidelines can lead to issues like inconsistent colors and messaging. Brand guidelines help document and communicate shifts in target markets and prevent confusion. While it's not necessary to outline every detail initially, the minimum for brand guidelines is logos, fonts, and colours. Key Takeaways Brand guidelines are essential for maintaining consistency in branding.They can include strategy, tone of voice, and messaging.Even small businesses should have brand guidelines.Not having brand guidelines can lead to issues like inconsistent colors and messaging.Brand guidelines help document and communicate shifts in target markets.The minimum for brand guidelines is logos, fonts, and colours.

    10 分钟

  5. 2024/08/01

    Small Bytes: Maintaining Your Brand's Tone of Voice

    Send us a text In this episode, Martin Sully discusses how to maintain a brand's tone of voice. He explains the difference between brand voice and tone of voice, and emphasizes the importance of aligning the brand voice with the company's mission, values, and target audience. Martin also suggests creating a written style guide to maintain consistency in communication. He advises auditing past content to ensure it aligns with the brand's tone of voice and highlights the significance of authenticity in influencing purchase decisions. Key Takeaways Brand voice and tone of voice are two separate things, with brand voice being consistent and tone adjusting based on the audience's emotional state.Align the brand voice with the company's mission, values, and target audience.Create a written style guide to provide guidance on communication.Audit past content to ensure consistency in tone of voice.Authenticity influences purchase decisions and builds stronger connections with customers.

    9 分钟

  6. 2024/07/25

    Small Bytes: Aligning Values with Execution

    Send us a text The conversation revolves around the importance of paying attention to the little details in business, particularly when it comes to aligning values with execution. The host shares a personal anecdote about a company he met that focused on renewable energy but had plastic-coated business cards, highlighting the disconnect between their values and their actions. The main takeaway is that every little detail matters, especially when trying to achieve sustainability goals or B Corp registration. Key Takeaways Paying attention to the little details is crucial in businessAligning values with execution is importantEvery little detail matters, especially when it comes to sustainabilityB Corp registration requires attention to detail

    5 分钟

  7. 2024/07/19

    Small Bytes: The Value of Real-Life Conversations

    Send us a text Martin Sully discusses the importance of networking and building a personal brand. He emphasizes the need to connect with people both online and offline, and highlights the value of real-life conversations. He also shares his experience with starting a networking group called Chatterbox and the benefits it brings to businesses. He encourages small wins and offers advice on creating content and building a personal brand. Key Takeaways Networking is crucial for building a personal brand and expanding your reach.Engaging in real-life conversations with people can provide valuable insights and help in building relationships.Starting a networking group can be beneficial for businesses of all sizes.Creating content and building a personal brand requires consistency and finding a balance between polished and behind-the-scenes content.Visit the Snapper Studio Branding Agency website

    13 分钟

  8. 2024/07/04

    The Power of Listening to Customers with Joe McKay

    Send us a text In this episode, Martin Sully interviews Joe McKay, a LinkedIn ghostwriter and content creator. They discuss Joe's background, his approach to working with people on LinkedIn and personal branding. Joe emphasises the importance of listening to customers and understanding their pain points to create effective marketing content. They also touch on the challenges and rewards of living and working in different countries and managing stress. They then dive into a LinkedIn profile review, focusing on the profile photo, headline, about section, and activity section. They discuss the importance of making the profile iconic, clear, and using the header to focus on the target audience's pain points. They finish by highlight the value of using documents and carousels to showcase expertise. Takeaways Personal branding on LinkedIn involves creating a clear and compelling profile that addresses the pain points of your target audience.Listening to customers and understanding their needs is crucial for creating effective marketing content.AI can be a useful tool for brainstorming and generating new ideas, but it should not replace the human touch in content creation.Living and working in different countries can be challenging but also rewarding, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth.Running a business and managing stress can be challenging, especially with young children.A LinkedIn profile should be iconic, clear, and focused on the target audience's pain points.Using documents and carousels on LinkedIn can showcase expertise and engage viewers.Branding encompasses the long-term strategy of a business, while marketing focuses on spreading brand awareness and making sales.Creating scalable offerings can help diversify and expand a business.Reach out to Joe Joe McKay LinkedIn Joe's LinkedIn Playbook

    1 小时 1 分钟
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This is the Level Up Your Brand Podcast. I'm Martin Sully, a brand strategist, designer and founder of Snapper Studio. And, I'm on a mission to help you gain clarity and confidence in your brand.I’ll arm you with bite-size tips and introduce you to friends of the show who are taking their brand to the next level.

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  • 创作者
    Snapper Studio
  • 活跃年份
    2022年 - 2025年
  • 单集
    34
  • 分级
    儿童适宜
  • 版权
    © 2025 Snapper Studio
  • 节目网站
    Level Up Your Brand