On Brand with Nick Westergaard

By Nick Westergaard

On Brand helps you tell stronger stories and build better brands. Each week, host Nick Westergaard, author of Brand Now and Get Scrappy, interviews marketing and communication thought leaders and inno... more

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September 04, 2015Social Sound Bite: Instagram Says It’s No Longer Hip to Be Square
On this week’s Social Sound Bite – recorded live at the KXIC studios in Iowa City – Jay and I discussed a new feature on Instagram. Or, more accurately, an existing feature with a big change. Instagram has been defined by their fun filters and square photos. But that’s about to change. Listen for the full sound bite and enjoy these useful links to the news, trends, and tips included in this week’s show.
Beyond the Sound Bite
Instagram breaks out of the square (CNN Money).
New, stretched-out Instagram means more (and possibly lazier) ads (Mashable).
Don’t forget to register for the upcoming Social Brand Forum! Learn more and register now.
Remember, the Social Sound Bite is just the appetizer! On Monday morning we’ll serve up a fresh new episode of the On Brand Podcast. This week we’ll be talking to Joe Pulizzi of the Content Marketing Institute.
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August 31, 2015Being a Brand Editor with Gaggle’s Rob Yoegel
“There’s no one size fits all in marketing today. It’s like football, though. Everyone is trying to move the ball down the field.” In a career that has taken him from commercial publishing to financial services B2B and now educational technology, Rob Yoegel has navigated many different customer profiles across many industries. This week on the On Brand podcast, Gaggle’s VP of Marketing shares why we should all think of ourselves as brand editors.
About Rob Yoegel
Rob Yoegel is a marketing leader, Internet pro, content strategist, corporate storyteller, and brand editor. He’s Vice President of Marketing at Gaggle, where he leads all marketing initiatives for the K-12-focused learning management system and its subsidiary, Authority, promoting a consistent brand message, engagement, sales, customer retention and positive customer behavior.
A creative visionary, content strategist, skilled writer, digital publishing professional, effective communicator, and marketer who embraces and enjoys new technology, Rob developed an award-winning content marketing program, and spent more than a decade building successful content, sales and marketing initiatives for a business-to-business and consumer enthusiast publishing company.
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44min
August 28, 2015Social Sound Bite: Instagram & Pinterest Up, Twitter & LinkedIn Flat
On this week’s Social Sound Bite – recorded live at the KXIC studios in Iowa City – Jay and I discussed some new insights from a Pew Research Center study. Specifically the fact that Instagram and Pinterest usage has doubled since they started tracking while Twitter and LinkedIn use is flat year on year. Listen for the full sound bite and enjoy these useful links to the news, trends, and tips included in this week’s show.
Beyond the Sound Bite
Growth at LinkedIn and Twitter has slammed to a halt in the US (Business Insider).
Here’s the full study from Pew Research Center (Pew).
We also announced the full agenda for this fall’s Social Brand Forum. Learn more and register now.
Remember, the Social Sound Bite is just the appetizer! On Monday morning we’ll serve up a fresh new episode of the On Brand Podcast. This week we’ll be talking to Rob Yoegel of Gaggle.
Last but not least …
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August 24, 2015How Realtime Branding Is Possible with Insights from Zignal Labs
“Today brands need to surgically remove and filter insights.” How can we make sense of it all? This week on the On Brand podcast I was joined by two old friends, Tim Hayden and DJ Waldow. These two innovative marketers have joined forces as part of the team at Zignal Labs, a realtime digital story-tracking platform. I couldn’t wait to learn about the realtime branding possibilities, politics, and everything in between from Tim and DJ.
About Tim Hayden and DJ Waldow
With more than 20 years of marketing and business leadership experience, Tim Hayden has been a founder of new ventures such as NION Interactive, GamePlan, and 44Doors and a catalyst for innovative change within some of the world’s largest brands. Along with past guest Tom Webster, he’s the co-author of The Mobile Commerce Revolution.
DJ Waldow is an alumnus of the University of Michigan, a knowledge craver, a sponge, and a lover of beer, coffee and people. He’s also a seasoned digital marketing pro with a career that’s taken him from Bronto to Blue Sky Factory to Marketo. With Jason Falls he’s also co-author of The Rebel’s Guide to Email Marketing. DJ was also my co-host on my first podcasting venture, The Work Talk Show. Tim and DJ have recently joined forces to lead marketing and brand building at Zignal Labs, serving as VP of Marketing and Director of Marketing respectively.
Zignal Labs is a realtime, cross media story-tracking platform that enables brands to quickly spot trends, see relevant stories unfold, and take action. Brands who use the Zignal Labs platform include Bacardi, Citrix, and HP. Those interested in Zignal can learn first hand at the Social Brand Forum this October in Iowa City, Iowa, where Zignal joins us as a sponsor. Tim and DJ will be on hand to share real-time insights from the event.
As We Wrap …
Before we go, I want to flip the microphone around to our listeners … Recently Kogan Page Marketing gave us a shout on Twitter about our recent episode focused on luxury branding featuring JP Kuehlwein. Thanks for listening!
Did you hear something you liked on this episode or another? Do you have a question you’d like our guests to answer? Let me know on Twitter using the hashtag #OnBrandPodcast and you may just hear your thoughts here on the show.
Last but not least …
Subscribe to the podcast – You can subscribe to the show via iTunes, Stitcher, and RSS.
Rate and review the show – If you like what you’re hearing, head over to iTunes and click that 5-star button to rate the show. And if you have a few extra seconds, write a couple of sentences and submit a review. This helps others find the podcast.
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And don’t forget that this podcast is brought to you by our Brand Driven Digital events series, learn more about the industry leading Social Brand Forum and our other trainings and workshops now.
Save $100 by using promo code ONBRAND when you register for the Social Brand Forum.
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47min
August 21, 2015Social Sound Bite: Air Force Warns That “Loose Tweets Destroy Fleets”
On this week’s Social Sound Bite – recorded live at the KXIC studios in Iowa City – Jay and I discussed something of a throwback campaign. Hearkening back to the Navy’s World War II propaganda poster “loose lips sink ships,” the Air Force has repurposed this message for the social age, warning service men and women that “loose tweets destroy fleets.” Listen for the full sound bite and enjoy these useful links to the news, trends, and tips included in this week’s show.
Beyond the Sound Bite
Air Force ‘Loose Tweets’ slogan warns of social media dangers (Stars and Stripes).
And here’s a bit of history and background on the original propaganda campaign “Loose lips sink ships”(Wikipedia).
Remember, the Social Sound Bite is just the appetizer! On Monday morning we’ll serve up a fresh new episode of the On Brand Podcast. This week we’ll be talking to Tim Hayden and DJ Waldow of Zignal Labs.
Last but not least …
Subscribe to the podcast – You can subscribe to the show via iTunes, Stitcher, and RSS.
Rate and review the show – If you like what you’re hearing, head over to iTunes and click that 5-star button to rate the show. And if you have a few extra seconds, write a couple of sentences and submit a review. This helps others find the podcast.
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7min
August 17, 2015The Secret of the Suitsupply Brand Experience: Empowering People
“It’s not about the name. It’s about the product you deliver and the service around it.” Service and customer experience are at the very heart of the Suitsupply brand. This vertically integrated men’s fashion retailer is gaining a lot of attention and confounding many traditional industry expectations. I was fortunate to be joined this week by Nish de Gruiter, the self described Market Maker of Suitsupply.
About Nish de Gruiter
Formally employed with Brunello Cucinelli, Suitsupply’s Vice President and Market Maker, 30-year-old Nish de Gruiter, was instrumental in bringing Suitsupply to the US, with the opening of its flagship store in New York City’s Soho neighborhood in June 2011. Just four years later, Suitsupply has increased to 16 stores across the country.
Suitsupply is a market-defining men’s fashion brand founded in 2000 in Amsterdam that’s showing strong international growth. In addition to their stores in the U.S., the company also has stores in the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Italy, Germany, Belgium, Latvia, Lithuania, Belarus, Russia, and China. Suitsupply’s strength lies in a trusted formula: straight, to the point, and still personal — the ultimate combination of craftsmanship and flair.
GQ Magazine said it best when they stated, “Well, it’s official. We’ve fallen for Suitsupply’s unmistakable brand of cool (at prices that will keep your credit card in similar shape).”
As We Wrap …
Before we go, I want to flip the microphone around to our listeners …
This week I wanted to give a shout to Rob Yoegel, a great marketer, podcast listener, and future guest. Rob was also kind enough to feature me on a list of 13 marketers you should know. Thanks Rob!
Did you hear something you liked on this episode or another? Do you have a question you’d like our guests to answer? Let me know on Twitter using the hashtag #OnBrandPodcast and you may just hear your thoughts here on the show.
Last but not least …
Subscribe to the podcast – You can subscribe to the show via iTunes, Stitcher, and RSS.
Rate and review the show – If you like what you’re hearing, head over to iTunes and click that 5-star button to rate the show. And if you have a few extra seconds, write a couple of sentences and submit a review. This helps others find the podcast.
OK. How do you rate and review a podcast? Need a quick tutorial on leaving a rating/review in iTunes? Check this out.
And don’t forget that this podcast is brought to you by our Brand Driven Digital events series, learn more about the industry leading Social Brand Forum and our other trainings and workshops now.
Save $100 by using promo code ONBRAND when you register for the Social Brand Forum.
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44min
August 10, 2015Solving the Mysteries of Brand Strategy with Scott Monty
Was Dr. Watson from the Sherlock Holmes stories the original brand manager? That’s the theory Scott Monty posed at the top of the show. Scott is the executive editor and co-host of the Sherlock Holmes website and podcast I Hear of Sherlock Everywhere. He’s also a leading digital marketing strategist and consultant at Scott Monty Strategies. On top of all of this, Scott is a speaker at this fall’s Social Brand Forum. I couldn’t wait to chat with him on this week’s episode of the On Brand Podcast.
About Scott Monty
Scott Monty is an internationally recognized leader in digital communications, digital transformation, social media and marketing. As principal of Scott Monty Strategies, he counsels brands and agencies on strategy, executive communications, influencer management, the customer experience, and digital initiatives.
Scott spent six years at Ford Motor Company, as a strategic advisor on crisis communications, influencer relations, digital customer customer service, innovative product launches and more. He also has a decade of experience in communications and marketing agencies, where he had clients that included IBM Healthcare and Life Sciences, Coca-Cola, American Airlines, T-Mobile, and GE Software.
He is a board member of the American Marketing Association and an advisor for RPM Ventures in Ann Arbor and Palo Alto, My Dealer Service, and Crowd Companies. He writes about the changing landscape of business, technology, communications, marketing and leadership at ScottMonty.com and is the executive editor and co-host of the Sherlock Holmes website and podcast I Hear of Sherlock Everywhere.
As We Wrap …
Before we go, I want to flip the microphone around to our listeners …
Recently our friend J. Alex Sánchez gave us a shout on Twitter about our recent episode focused on brand unity featuring Josh Miles. Thanks for listening!
Did you hear something you liked on this episode or another? Do you have a question you’d like our guests to answer? Let me know on Twitter using the hashtag #OnBrandPodcast and you may just hear your thoughts here on the show.
Last but not least …
Subscribe to the podcast – You can subscribe to the show via iTunes, Stitcher, and RSS.
Rate and review the show – If you like what you’re hearing, head over to iTunes and click that 5-star button to rate the show. And if you have a few extra seconds, write a couple of sentences and submit a review. This helps others find the podcast.
OK. How do you rate and review a podcast? Need a quick tutorial on leaving a rating/review in iTunes? Check this out.
And don’t forget that this podcast is brought to you by our Brand Driven Digital events series, learn more about the industry leading Social Brand Forum and our other trainings and workshops now.
Save $100 by using promo code ONBRAND when you register for the Social Brand Forum.
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47min
August 07, 2015Social Sound Bite: Instagram Ads, HootSuite Integration on the Way
On this week’s Social Sound Bite – recorded live at the KXIC studios in Iowa City – Jay and I discussed a flurry of recent announcements from Instagram. Specifically, the Facebook-owned photo-sharing platform announced that they were opening up their advertising API — a move that could put them ahead of Google and Twitter in display advertising. They also announced closer integration with HootSuite. Listen for the full sound bite and enjoy these useful links to the news, trends, and tips included in this week’s show.

Beyond the Sound Bite
Instagram just made a major move that will turn it into a huge advertising business (Business Insider).
Hootsuite Announces Instagram Integration (Social Media Today).
Remember, the Social Sound Bite is just the appetizer! On Monday morning we’ll serve up a fresh new episode of the On Brand Podcast. This week we’ll be talking to Scott Monty of Scott Monty Strategies and a speaker at this fall’s Social Brand Forum.
Last but not least …
Subscribe to the podcast – You can subscribe to the show via iTunes, Stitcher, and RSS.
Rate and review the show – If you like what you’re hearing, head over to iTunes and click that 5-star button to rate the show. And if you have a few extra seconds, write a couple of sentences and submit a review. This helps others find the podcast.
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6min
August 03, 2015Brand Unity vs. Uniformity with Josh Miles
“Great brands demonstrate unity not uniformity.” Branding is a tricky topic. It’s both an art and a science. It’s about consistency yet not being so consistent that your story suffers. It’s this narrow space that Josh Miles navigates every day. As principal of the Indianapolis-based firm MilesHerndon, he works with organizations of all sizes to build better brands. I couldn’t wait to get wonky with a fellow brand builder on this week’s episode of the On Brand podcast.
About Josh Miles
Josh Miles is a caffeine and Twitter addict, and principal of the newly formed Indianapolis-based branding firm, MilesHerndon. His role consists of leading brand strategy, business development, and firm-wide marketing.
Josh Miles speaks from coast to coast on branding, digital marketing, and social media, and is a past TEDx presenter. Josh was named as a 40 Under 40 honoree by the Indianapolis Business Journal, Delta Sigma Phi, and a 2015 ENR Midwest Top 20 Under 40. Josh is the author of the Content Marketing Institute book, Bold Brand. He serves on the board of directors for the Oasis Network, an international church planting and resourcing organization, and is the National Speaker Series chair for AAF Indianapolis. Josh is also involved in several other start-up tech companies based in Indianapolis.
Prior to forming MilesHerndon, Josh ran Miles Design for nearly 13 years before deciding to join forces with another firm called Redwall. Josh has also served as an art director and as an adjunct faculty for IUPUI, Herron School of Art and Design, and the Art Institute of Indianapolis. Josh is a long-time member of AIGA (the professional association for design), serving three years as the Indianapolis chapter president.
Josh is currently involved in SMPS, Verge, and Rainmakers. His unique point of view on branding, design, and marketing has been sought after by organizations, corporations, and university design programs for keynote, guest lecture, and training exercises.
As We Wrap …
Before we go, I want to flip the microphone around to our listeners …
Recently our friend Mark Greenlaw gave us a shout on Twitter about our recent episode focused on brand storytelling featuring Park Howell. Thanks for listening Mark!
Did you hear something you liked on this episode or another? Do you have a question you’d like our guests to answer? Let me know on Twitter using the hashtag #OnBrandPodcast and you may just hear your thoughts here on the show.
Last but not least …
Subscribe to the podcast – You can subscribe to the show via iTunes, Stitcher, and RSS.
Rate and review the show – If you like what you’re hearing, head over to iTunes and click that 5-star button to rate the show. And if you have a few extra seconds, write a couple of sentences and submit a review. This helps others find the podcast.
OK. How do you rate and review a podcast? Need a quick tutorial on leaving a rating/review in iTunes? Check this out.
And don’t forget that this podcast is brought to you by our Brand Driven Digital events series, learn more about the industry leading Social Brand Forum and our other trainings and workshops now.
Save $100 by using promo code ONBRAND when you register for the Social Brand Forum.
Until next week, I’ll see you on the Internet!

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47min
July 31, 2015Social Sound Bite: Hunting Lions Is Just Bad for Business
On this week’s Social Sound Bite – recorded live at the KXIC studios in Iowa City – Jay and I discussed a recent item in the news. Minnesota dentist Walter Palmer probably wishes he never killed one of Zimbabwe’s most beloved lions. The Internet will never let him forget, as negative reviews of his business flooded Yelp and various social outlets. Listen for the full sound bite and enjoy these useful links to the news, trends, and tips included in this week’s show.

Remember, the Social Sound Bite is just the appetizer! On Monday morning we’ll serve up a fresh new episode of the On Brand Podcast. This week we’ll be talking to Josh Miles of MilesDesign.
Last but not least …
Subscribe to the podcast – You can subscribe to the show via iTunes, Stitcher, and RSS.
Rate and review the show – If you like what you’re hearing, head over to iTunes and click that 5-star button to rate the show. And if you have a few extra seconds, write a couple of sentences and submit a review. This helps others find the podcast.
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6min

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