Philip Vandusen – Brand Strategy 101
Unlock the Power of Brand Strategy and Transform Your Creative Career
**Brand Strategy 101** by Philip Vandusen is an essential course for creative professionals who want to enhance their ability to charge higher fees, win bigger projects, and gain greater control over client relationships. With this course, you’ll learn how to master brand strategy and elevate your creative career to a new level by adding strategic value to your clients’ businesses. Whether you’re a designer, brand consultant, or creative entrepreneur, this course will give you the tools and mindset to become a trusted business partner and charge higher fees for the work you’re already doing.
What’s Inside Brand Strategy 101
In **Brand Strategy 101**, you will learn everything you need to know to start implementing effective brand strategy in your client projects. Whether you’re new to brand strategy or want to sharpen your skills, this course will provide you with actionable insights, tools, and techniques to elevate your work and increase your value. Below is an overview of the key modules in the program:
Module 1: STRATEGIC COMPONENTS
In this first module, we’ll break down brand strategy and show you how simple it can be to implement it effectively in your client work. Learn the key components of brand strategy and gain the skills needed to develop comprehensive strategies that drive revenue. Highlights include:
- Brand Strategy Terms and Tools
- The Goals of Brand Strategy
- 12 Components of Brand Strategy
- The Strategist Mindset
With these fundamentals, you’ll be prepared to scale your brand strategy knowledge and approach with confidence.
Module 2: BRAND DISCOVERY
This module will teach you how to engage more deeply with your clients and discover opportunities for expanding your scope of work. You’ll learn how to position yourself as a trusted advisor and communicate the ROI of strategic brand design. Highlights include:
- The Discovery Call
- Stakeholder Interviews
- How to Sell Strategy
This module is designed to help you build deeper relationships with clients and secure bigger, more profitable projects.
Module 3: BRAND ASSESSMENT
In this module, you’ll learn how to assess a client’s brand assets and operations to determine if they have everything they need to succeed. You will also discover how to identify additional work opportunities and sell them. Highlights include:
- Business Model Canvas
- How to Conduct an Internal Brand Audit
- How to Up-sell More Work
This module will arm you with the tools to conduct thorough brand assessments and present your findings to clients in a way that opens up additional revenue streams.
Module 4: BRAND COMPARISON
Learn how to audit and map a client’s competitors to uncover new opportunities for differentiation and up-sells. This module will teach you how to conduct a competitive audit and visualize the competitive landscape. Highlights include:
- Competitive Audits
- Brand Mapping
- Brand Differentiation Strategies
Armed with this information, you’ll be able to present clear, actionable strategies that help your clients stand out from the competition.
Module 5: BRAND DEFINITION
This module focuses on providing you with a proven toolkit of brand strategy tools that you can use to define a client’s brand and guide their direction. Learn how to use techniques like customer avatar creation, brand strategy statements, and more. Highlights include:
- Brand Strategy Statements
- Customer Avatar Techniques
- Pyramids and Personalities
- Brand Archetypes
By the end of this module, you’ll have the tools needed to create strong brand identities that resonate with your clients’ target audiences.
Module 6: BRAND VISUALIZATION
In this module, you’ll learn how strategy and design work hand-in-hand. You’ll gain insight into how to visually bring brand strategies to life, making them accessible and engaging for your clients. Highlights include:
- The One-Page Visual Creative Brief
- Defining Color Direction
- Creative Anchors and Strategic Design
This module is designed to help you communicate brand strategies through compelling visuals that align with strategic goals.
Module 7: THE BRAND STRATEGIST
The final module helps you change your mindset and approach to selling brand strategy. By learning how to present yourself as a true strategist, you can become a trusted business partner to your clients. Highlights include:
- Brand Strategy Process Guide
- The Strategist Role
- The Strategist Mindset
With this module, you’ll gain the confidence to sell strategy and charge premium fees for your services.
Additional Insights on Brand Strategy
Brand strategy is not just about understanding the tools and techniques—it’s about implementing them effectively to make a real impact. As you progress through this course, you’ll see that brand strategy is a continuous journey of learning and adapting. Your ability to apply what you learn to your client projects will set you apart in a competitive industry.
Mastering brand strategy opens up exciting opportunities to work with high-profile clients and charge premium fees. With **Brand Strategy 101**, you’ll be equipped to shape the direction of your client’s businesses, positioning yourself as a critical partner rather than just a service provider.
By understanding and applying the strategies you’ll learn, you’ll have a more robust approach to your creative projects, ultimately leading to greater satisfaction and higher profitability. You will not just provide design but will become an indispensable business partner who drives results.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your skills, this course will guide you through every aspect of brand strategy. From discovery to execution, you’ll learn how to build stronger relationships with clients and position yourself as a leader in the industry.
**Brand Strategy 101** will help you achieve greater control over your work and earnings. The skills you acquire will not only boost your professional credibility but will also pave the way for bigger and more impactful projects.
Ready to Master Brand Strategy and Level Up Your Career?
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to master brand strategy and transform your creative career. **Brand Strategy 101** is designed to give you the skills and confidence you need to charge higher fees, win bigger projects, and become a valued business partner to your clients. Enroll today and start your journey to success.
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