Break out your Crayola crayons and glue sticks and get crafty as Kevin and Amy talk about the Artist Archetype. Artist brands are both inspired and inspire others. You bring out the creative side in your clients and those around you. Individuality is high on your priority list! You are the big idea people. Daydreamers. You are constantly asking, “What if?” Is Your Business an Artist? Do your customers feel inspired by you? Does your company utilizes creative processes? Do your clients want to be able to do what you do? Do your customers value uniqueness and creativity? Are your…
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Let’s wave our magic wands and transform you from your office, home or car into a fantastical world of Brand Archetypes where Kevin and Amy throw glitter at each other. Ok, not really. The Magician Archetype is all about transformation. It is not about trickery or slight of hand, as the name may suggest. We often refer to it as “The Butterfly.” Successful Magician brands deliver experiences and products that no one else can. They see things other people can’t and bring them to life. The Magician taps into the laws of the universe and reveals ideals, truths, and possibilities. The…
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Kevin and Amy climb great heights and brave steep mountains to talk to the wise and experienced Guru Archetype. Is your business known for “knowing things?” Do numbers, stats, research and lots and lots of data turn you on? Do you want people to trust your company because you can back up your claims with proof? The Guru Archetype is like the wise person on the mountain you seek for your answers. We trust Gurus for their wisdom. We feel smarter just being in their presence. We like to be “in the know” and our Gurus make is so. Is…
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Let’s talk about our neighbors. You know, the ones that you know so well so you’ve given them a key to your house. They feed your goldfish and water your plants while you are away. Yeah, those people. The Neighbor Archetype is a popular one because it is low-key, friendly and trustworthy based on familiarity. Is Your Business Neighborly? Is your business easy to understand? Are you seen as trustworthy because you’re just so easy to work with? Do your employees generally like each other? Does your company culture promotes teamwork and listening? Do you have the ability to provide…
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Things get steamy as Kevin and Amy dive into the passion of the Lover Archetype. Sex sells, but that is not the only thing powers this archetype. Passion for your business, products, and services is the real key! Discover the sizzle and excitement of The Lover Archetype as you explore the strengths, weaknesses and the advantages you will have embracing this brand over your competition. Love wins in the end! Is your Business a Lover? Does your business provide high-end products that encompass the senses? Is your business extremely passionate about what you do? Is your brand based on providing…
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The Mother Archetype is one of the easiest to recognize and relate to. It instills feelings of comfort and being cared for. No one supports you and loves you like your mama does! Customer service is crucial to this brand, as is trust and understanding. The energy is low but the love flows freely. This archetype is popular with the healthcare industry (which makes sense) but to truly stand out from your competition you should always consider veering away from what your competitors are doing. Join Amy and Kevin as they explore The Mother Archetype, give examples, and laugh about…
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Everybody likes to feel like the Hero once in awhile. But does your company truly “save the day” for you clients? Do you encourage people to feel like they can accomplish anything? Amy and Kevin don their capes and accomplish great feats while discussing what it takes to be the Hero Archetype. Discover the essentials of being a Hero brand, examples of other companies who embrace this brave archetype and do it well, and take heed of potential pitfalls as well. Is Your Business a Hero? Does your business prides itself on helping people solve problems? Are your employees leaders? Are…
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The Outlaw Archetype doesn’t do anything in a traditional way. But it’s not all about bikers and criminals and being in your face. Well, maybe a little in your face. Remember, Robin Hood was an Outlaw too! Find out what makes Amy’s company, Zeedia Media the outlaw that is going to tempt you to elevate your company’s brand to the next level. Kevin and Amy discuss the pros and cons of the Outlaw, how you can use this brand to go up against milder competition, and get the encouragement you need to be daring with your brand. Discover the essentials of…
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Laugh along with Kevin and Amy as they discuss the Jester Archetype. Kevin is a self-proclaimed life-long jester. Amy says he’s “The king of bad dad jokes.” Discover the essentials of being a Jester brand, examples of other companies who embrace this wacky archetype and do it well, and take heed of potential pitfalls as well. Is Your Business a Jester? If your business helps people have a good time If your employees enjoy what they are doing If your company culture allows employees to be more impulsive and spontaneous If you have the ability to think outside the box…
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Embark on a journey with Kevin and Amy as they discover that makes the Explorer brand so powerful. You explore the world (Jeep, Cannondale) or you can explore and idea and a experience because you deserve it (Starbucks, Brand Archetypes.) The next few episodes dive into each archetypes. Kevin and Amy started with the Explorer archetype because that is the archetype they chose for the BrandArchetype.com company. Discover the the high-level ideas behind the Explorer Archetype and what it means to be a true explorer brand. If you’ve been to their website, you have seen the video on the homepage…
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