🎙️ In this episode of Tellwell the Podcast, Max and Duncan sit down with Ashton Hauff, Strategy Director and Co-Founder of Good Kids, a design studio based in Bismarck, North Dakota. Ashton shares her journey from startup life at CoSchedule to leading one of the Midwest's most innovative branding studios.

🔑 Episode Highlights:

• The origin story of Good Kids and their rise as a branding powerhouse.
• Insights into building a successful creative studio, including finding the right team and defining a niche.
• Ashton’s approach to branding: how visuals and messaging combine to create powerful reputations.
• A behind-the-scenes look at case studies, including a rebranding project for North Dakota’s Teacher Support System.
• The DACI model for smoother client-agency collaboration.
• Advice for nonprofit leaders, small business owners, and creative entrepreneurs on fostering innovation, building trust, and working effectively with agencies.
• The value of mentorship and how a business coach can elevate your leadership and strategy.

💡 Takeaways for Storymakers:
Whether you’re a nonprofit leader, small business owner, or creative professional, Ashton’s insights into branding, client collaboration, and leadership will leave you inspired.

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• LinkedIn: Ashton Hauff
• Instagram: Good Kids Instagram

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