Are you struggling to define your brand’s voice in a competitive market? This episode is your roadmap. Nikki Nagy, founder of Las Olas Luxury Living, joins Ethan Decker to unpack her journey from frustrated shopper to innovative business owner—building a pool furniture brand that bridges the gap between luxury and affordability. Discover how Nikki leveraged clever design innovations (like a two-piece pool lounger!) and a smart shipping model to outmaneuver legacy brands. They discuss how to select and flex your brand archetype, blend personality traits for maximum stickiness, and tailor your messaging for different audience touchpoints without losing authenticity. Perfect for entrepreneurs, brand managers, or anyone looking to make their business stand out and connect with customers on a deeper level.

What You'll Learn:

• How Las Olas Luxury Living disrupted the pool furniture market with innovation and clever logistics
• The power of brand archetypes—what they are, how to choose one, and why flexing your voice matters
• Why blending personality traits can make your brand more memorable and “sticky”
• Strategies for evolving your brand voice across channels and customer journeys
• Tools and tactics for fighting unfair and staying ahead of copycat competitors
• The role of sonic branding and creative assets in strengthening brand recognition

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Confused about branding or think it’s only for consumer giants? In this episode of Cover Brand, Ethan Decker welcomes Perry Maughmer, an experienced Vistage chair, to break down the real-world impact of brand science for leaders of growing organizations. Discover why your first brand campaign should always be internal, how to translate your company’s core beliefs into concrete behaviors, and why even B2B businesses can’t overlook the power of clear, consistent branding. Perry and Ethan share stories, actionable strategies, and a few surprising insights—for example, why the kind of coffee you serve can reinforce your reputation, and how branded experiences go far beyond marketing materials.

If you're a business owner, team leader, or marketer wanting to reduce organizational friction, attract top talent, and fuel growth with more intentional branding, this episode is your roadmap to measurable results.

Main Topics Covered:

• Why branding is more than just a logo—how it's rooted in daily behaviors and internal culture
• The value of "brand science" and how data-driven insights shift branding from guesswork to ROI
• How small and midsize businesses (especially B2B) can leverage internal branding for growth
• The critical importance of internal alignment before launching any external marketing campaign
• Tangible ways to express your brand—from truck wraps to employee onboarding and company events
• How to connect your brand with both employees and customers for a cohesive reputation
• The overlooked ROI of consistent, intentional branding in hiring, retention, and client trust
• Practical steps for leaders to identify, clarify, and amplify their true brand

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Ready to turn your company’s DNA into a powerful growth tool? Start by clarifying your internal brand. Audit your current behaviors—what’s aligned, what needs work, and where are you missing out on simple ways to reinforce your reputation? If you need a sounding board, brands like yours can benefit tremendously from outside perspective—don’t hesitate to consult an expert and set your business up for measurable growth.

Subscribe to Cover Brand for more insights into the world of branding and marketing. Share this episode with a friend who could benefit from these strategies, and head over to appliedbrandscience.com to dive deeper into the principles of brand science. Your success starts here!

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If you’ve ever wondered how to differentiate your brand in a crowded (or even overlooked) market, this episode of Cover Brand is a must-listen. Ethan Decker sits down with Lili Siegelson, founder of Gelt+Glow, a bold new brand shaking up the Hanukkah gift-giving scene. Lili shares how spotting a gap in the market—lackluster Hanukkah wrapping paper—sparked her entrepreneurial journey, as well as the realities and rewards of launching a seasonal business.

Ethan offers actionable advice on how and when to market seasonal products, the importance of distribution and retailer partnerships, and why “being top-of-mind” trumps any elaborate customer relationship during the busy season. Whether you’re building a holiday-only product or want to understand the psychology behind why customers choose brands they simply know, this episode delivers tangible tips to help you stand out and boost your brand visibility when it matters most.

Main Topics Covered:

• The inspiration behind Gelt+Glow: Filling the Hanukkah gifting gap
• How to brand seasonal products with style, chutzpah, and relevance
• The importance of timing and focused marketing for seasonal brands
• Why distribution partnerships can be more impactful than year-round advertising
• The power of "mere familiarity": How brand awareness shapes customer choices
• Tactical steps for new entrepreneurs—from manufacturing to retailer outreach
• Navigating small markets with niche, high-impact products

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Ready to make your brand breakthrough during the holiday rush? Don’t miss the actionable insights from Lili Siegelson’s journey with Gelt+Glow—perfect for entrepreneurs looking to make their mark in ANY seasonal market. For more branding wisdom and marketing tactics, listen now and equip yourself for standout success.

Subscribe to Cover Brand for more insights into the world of branding and marketing. Share this episode with a friend who could benefit from these strategies, and head over to appliedbrandscience.com to dive deeper into the principles of brand science. Your success starts here!

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