Strategic Brand Notness
How Exploring the Opposite Sharpens Brand Identity
The semiotic notness of a brand is the structured exploration of what a brand is not in order to better understand what it truly is. Rather than focusing solely on affirming brand values, this approach deliberately surfaces the opposite—what the brand rejects, neglects, or avoids. The process begins by identifying the brand’s stated mission, tone, and v…
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