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#119: Ben Malcolmson—Leadership Lessons from the NFL Sidelines

The StoryBrand Podcast · with Ben Malcolmson · October 22, 2018 · 36 min

Summary

This episode, while titled for leadership, primarily functions as a promotional piece for StoryBrand's messaging and marketing services. It emphasizes the importance of clear communication to attract customers, increase engagement, and drive sales, framing a confused message as a major business impediment. The episode highlights StoryBrand's 'Soundbite Strategy' as a solution for businesses struggling to articulate their value proposition.

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brand & contentconversion & crofounder & leadership

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brand messagingmarketing strategysales growthstorytelling in businesscustomer acquisitionconversion rate optimization

Episode description

Leadership, character, performance, and competition. All part of our lives as business leaders -- and also the driving forces for sports teams. So this week, as the NFL season heats up, we're honored to have Ben Malcolmson, the assistant to Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, with us on the podcast. He and Donald Miller talk about Coach Carroll's leadership, the surprising role persistence plays in our success, and the "x-factor" quality they look for in every player. Give this episode a listen so you can be a better leader, no matter what your playing field looks like. http://buildingastorybrand.com/119

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What does this episode say about brand & content?
Effective messaging reduces customer's cognitive load, making purchasing decisions easier and increasing conversions.
What does this episode say about conversion & cro?
A clear and concise brand message is crucial for attracting attention, fostering customer engagement, and ultimately growing sales.
What does this episode say about founder & leadership?
Ineffective messaging leads to wasted marketing spend and allows competitors to gain an advantage, even with a strong product.
What does this episode say about brand & content?
The StoryBrand Soundbite Strategy offers a framework to simplify your message into five powerful soundbites that resonate with customers.
What does this episode say about brand & content?
Businesses can overcome messaging challenges through various StoryBrand offerings, from on-demand courses to tailored interventions with experts.

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