No brand starts off wanting to be mediocre. Every brand aspires to do something big, create something of impact, and leave a legacy that is remembered for decades. But why is it that some brands are successful in their endeavors while most others fade away without so much as a mention?

Able is one of the few brands that could achieve what only the largest of brands could. It gives us a low-down of what it takes to go down in history.

Speak the Language of Their Target Demographic

To begin with, a good brand knows who its clientele is. Not only does it give them a better idea about what kind of a product/service to create, but it also helps them understand the best ways to establish communication. 

Content that successful brands push isn’t always for selling. Instead, they play the long game. It begins with getting people to listen. This is done not by using fancy words, complex terminology, or industry jargon but by talking the way people talk every day. That includes the usage of carefully studied words, speech patterns, and so on. Here is the biggest takeaway from Able: Try to sound like a friend, not a salesperson.

Have a Clear Handle on Their Brand Image

While the first point was knowing your buyers, this one is about knowing yourself – or the image of yourself you want to project. This means determining what your values are as a brand. From product packaging to celebrity endorsements, everything you do should be in line with that image you define. Doing so will help generate and maintain a steady, loyal following. The brands that set powerful values and stand by them acquire the highest degree of people’s trust.

Stand the Test of Time by Giving Good Value

Says Able, “Time and again, all successful large brands have shown us one thing – the importance of building a dependable brand.” The belief, “If it’s from this brand, it has got to be good”, is a win like no other. Your offering should do everything you promised the people that it would. “Zealous overpromising in a bid to overthrow the competition, then underdelivering because you lack sufficient resources to deliver on your promises, does no good for anyone.”, observes Able. What good marketing should do is highlight all the best features of your offering without making up lies or going overboard with the praises. Going in, buyers know what to expect, and like any good brand, you give your cherished buyers a little surprise by overdelivering. Nothing will work if your product doesn’t. So, make sure that you focus on providing value to your customers.

“Moreover, you won’t become a large, timeless brand by getting lost in a crowd of other hundred or so similar brands. You might make a few sales; you might even make enviable profits. But growing to match the size of your heroes takes a little more than that. You need to get your customers to care – not just about your product, but about you as a brand.”, says Able.

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