Is your brand personality truly representive of your brand? If not, your messaging may need a makeover. In this episode I speak with Allyson Letteri, a seasoned marketing leader and startup advisor, and author of "Standout StartUp." The discussion centers on the three P's of effective messaging—Persona, Positioning, and Personality. Allyson clearly defines the differences between messaging and copy, detailing a messaging framework comprised of several key components. She also offers practical copywriting tips aimed at founders and startups.

Connect with Allyson here:

Website: https://allysonletteri.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allysonletteri/ "

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Time stamps:

Customer Journey in Marketing (00:06:37)

The Three P's of Messaging (00:06:50)

Challenges in Messaging (00:09:20)

Importance of Differentiation (00:10:13)

Understanding Customer Needs (00:12:08)

Addressing Uncertainty in Startups (00:13:41)

Competitive Messaging (00:15:22)

Overcoming Resistance to Change (00:16:50)

Messaging vs. Copywriting (00:17:18)

Importance of Defining 'Big Idea' in Copywriting (00:19:21)

Understanding Product Promise (00:19:51)

Adapting to Market Changes (00:22:06)

Brand Personality and Humor (00:25:25)

Using Archetypes in Branding (00:26:25)

Visual Brand Identity (00:29:01)

Copywriting Tips for Founders (00:30:08)