The Why Forward

Dave Suico

Dave Suico is a Branding Coach for freelancers, the chief brand strategist and CEO of Azequel. He is on a mission to help 1000 SMEs and Startup Businesses become 7-figure enterprises in the Philippines by leveraging the intersection of foundational marketing and strategic branding, so businesses can play the infinite game. He invites you to join him as he explores the common pitfalls preventing startups from transforming their purposeful vision into a profitable brand. His podcast delivers a weekly dose of branding essentials for startups through powerful conversations and digestible branding principles to help you create an impactful business without the anxiety and guesswork. Tune in every Tuesday to The Why Forward, as he covers the most pressing branding questions that keep business owners awake at night and leave them wondering how they can establish their brand. Whether you want your startup brand strategy done right or you want to earn the trust of your target market, create meaningful impact, and ultimately turn your struggling startup into a thriving one, The Why Forward is the right show for you. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your brand to the next level, and start leveraging the power of your WHY.

  1. 10/23/2023

    How to Attract Clients Using Visual Brand Identity with Patricia Chua

    Are you a freelancer who is struggling with your social media presence? In today's episode, I have invited Patty Chua to share with us her expert insights to ensure that your brand is not only alive, but also thriving. On top of that, we’ll discover essential tricks for building your audience’ trust and making lasting impressions. To succeed in an age of short attention spans, a compelling online presence, and a deep understanding of your audience. Those are some keys to stay tuned. Listen to this episode and let’s chart your visual identity branding success together. In this episode:  Challenges in attracting clients in a competitive market How to build trust through consistent branding Creating lasting memories with visual brand elements Keeping branding simple for better consumption The value of familiarity in brand recognition Patty’s Why Forward “Some say that “I like the feeling I get when I look at your carousel. From there, the trust is already, either being built or being broken ” - Patty Chua If you're ready to #MonetizeYourPurpose, feel free to hop on a call with me here 👇 https://smartpa.ge/davesuico Resources mentioned: Realize Your Brand's Potential with a FREE Brand Audit: https://ldmk.io/azequel/brandaudit Discover Your Unique Archetype with Our FREE Quiz: https://lp.vbt.site/40133/brandarchetypequiz  Join our growing community for branding strategists here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/brandingmastermindcommunity  Connect with Patty Chua: Website: https://pattyroxaschua.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pattyroxaschua LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pattyroxaschua/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pattyroxaschua/ Connect with Dave Suico: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realdaveexequiel  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daveexequiel/  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCMflA0Pj3J9gGxgFvLskU5A    Website: https://azequel.com/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@daveexequielsuico

    1h 16m
  2. 10/14/2023

    Optimizing Your Systems for Impactful Agency Branding with Daise Virtudazo

    Have you ever wondered how successful agencies achieve the perfect blend of clarity and alignment in their branding? Dave, together with Coach Daise, explored the interconnectedness of branding, values, systems, and more. The covered subjects encompass a broad spectrum of operational procedures and the clarification of values with your team, aimed at ensuring seamless internal and external transactions. Additionally, anticipate the integration of innovation while upholding quality standards through metrics. Lastly, you will gain insights into cultivating an empowered brand culture that remains aligned with your vision. Tune in for expert insights on achieving seamless systems in your business. In this episode: - Importance of Clarity and Alignment in Branding and Systems - The relationship between Brand Identity and Values - How to maintain quality in service delivery? - Ensuring Consistency in Brand Promises - Documenting and Aligning Systems with Brand Operations - Role of Systems in Customer Experience - Coach Daise’ Why Forward “To not lose myself in the process of achieving my goals whilst aligning it to the season of life I’m in. Kung ano yung mahalaga ngayon, isa-isa lang, hindi ko kaya lahat ” - Daise Virtudazo If you're ready to #MonetizeYourPurpose, feel free to hop on a call with me here 👇 https://smartpa.ge/davesuico Resources mentioned: Realize Your Brand's Potential with a FREE Brand Audit: https://ldmk.io/azequel/brandaudit Discover Your Unique Archetype with Our FREE Quiz: https://lp.vbt.site/40133/brandarchetypequiz Join our growing community for branding strategists here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/brandingmastermindcommunity Discover Your Unique Archetype with Our FREE Quiz: https://lp.vbt.site/40133/brandarchetypequiz Connect with Daise Virtudazo: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OBMDaise Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/systemizedopscommunity Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scalewithdaise/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@obmdaise YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLyeJt1nGezhNTmFYY4DxAw Connect with Dave Suico: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realdaveexequiel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daveexequiel/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCMflA0Pj3J9gGxgFvLskU5A Website: https://azequel.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@daveexequielsuico

    1h 31m
  3. 10/14/2023

    Corporate Branding: Where Authenticity Meets Professionalism with EJ Mandapat

    Are you having a problem differentiating branding types? Fear not! This episode is all about corporate branding — your key to comparing one from many! In this episode, Dave will delve into corporate branding with Elmark John Mandapat. We'll cover emotional facets, striking the right equilibrium between personal and corporate identity, and the art of evolving while preserving core values. We'll also examine how technology influences branding challenges for businesses of all sizes, highlighting the importance of authenticity and uniformity in our insights, all while keeping it concise. Hop on for this informative journey and be snappy in corporate branding! In this episode: - EJ Mandapat’s ABCD Framework - How corporate branding differs from other types of branding - Understanding your evolving corporate identity - The effects of technological innovation on brand consistency - Aligning corporate brand with social responsibility “The secret sauce to make a solid brand is start with your own people” - Elmark John Mandapat If you're ready to #MonetizeYourPurpose, feel free to hop on a call with me here 👇 https://smartpa.ge/davesuico Resources mentioned: Realize Your Brand's Potential with a FREE Brand Audit: https://ldmk.io/azequel/brandaudit Discover Your Unique Archetype with Our FREE Quiz: https://lp.vbt.site/40133/brandarchetypequiz Join our growing community for branding strategists here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/brandingmastermindcommunity Realize Your Brand's Potential with a FREE Brand Audit: https://ldmk.io/azequel/brandaudit Connect with EJ Mandapat: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ej.mandapat.5 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandapatej/ Connect with Dave Suico: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realdaveexequiel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daveexequiel/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCMflA0Pj3J9gGxgFvLskU5A Website: https://azequel.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@daveexequielsuico

    1h 37m
  4. 09/14/2023

    Building Brands Beyond You: Personal vs. Business Branding with Marielle Ison

    Are you torn between choosing personal or business strategy? Today, we’ll enter the world of personal and business branding synergy. So buckle up, as we discover how legends like Chris Do and Alex Hermozi align personal and business branding. In this episode, you will learn how to maintain authenticity while embodying an archetype that shapes your brand and attracts opportunities. Uncover the profound influence of personal branding infused with archetypal elements on your journey to branding success. Tune in to this episode to supercharge your personal branding. In this episode: - Fundamental differences between personal and business branding - The effects of strong personal brand to a business - How to balance personal and business branding efforts - The importance of outsourcing - Maintaining authenticity while embodying a particular archetype “Building your personal brand is more on how you will share the world kung sino ka and how you want other people to see as you” - Marielle Ison If you're ready to #MonetizeYourPurpose, feel free to hop on a call with me here 👇 https://smartpa.ge/davesuico Resources mentioned: - Discover Your Unique Archetype with Our FREE Quiz - Realize Your Brand's Potential with a FREE Brand Audit - Join our growing community for branding strategists here - Chris Do - Alex Hermozi Connect with Marielle Ison: Facebook Instagram Tiktok Twitter Connect with Dave Suico: Facebook Instagram Tiktok Website YouTube

    58 min

About

Dave Suico is a Branding Coach for freelancers, the chief brand strategist and CEO of Azequel. He is on a mission to help 1000 SMEs and Startup Businesses become 7-figure enterprises in the Philippines by leveraging the intersection of foundational marketing and strategic branding, so businesses can play the infinite game. He invites you to join him as he explores the common pitfalls preventing startups from transforming their purposeful vision into a profitable brand. His podcast delivers a weekly dose of branding essentials for startups through powerful conversations and digestible branding principles to help you create an impactful business without the anxiety and guesswork. Tune in every Tuesday to The Why Forward, as he covers the most pressing branding questions that keep business owners awake at night and leave them wondering how they can establish their brand. Whether you want your startup brand strategy done right or you want to earn the trust of your target market, create meaningful impact, and ultimately turn your struggling startup into a thriving one, The Why Forward is the right show for you. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your brand to the next level, and start leveraging the power of your WHY.