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Why Emotional Branding Is the Startup Superpower You’re Ignoring | Jakob Trpin
Your startup isn’t failing because of your tech or funding—it’s because people don’t feel your brand.
In this episode, Jakob Trpin, founder of Yesyesandtwo, breaks down why emotional branding is the hidden growth engine for startups. Discover how subconscious branding cues, human-to-human marketing (H2H), and internal culture alignment create trust and drive investor confidence.
What You'll Learn:
How to connect emotionally with customers to outlast competitors
Why most startups fail at branding (and how to avoid the same trap)
Insights into human-to-human (H2H) branding beyond B2B and B2C
The critical role of internal branding in startup success
Investor perspectives: Why trust often comes before metrics
Strategies for scaling authenticity as your startup grows
Guest Spotlight:
Jakob Trpin, Founder of Yesyesandtwo, is a branding expert with 18+ years of experience shaping global brands like Audi, Red Bull, Marvel, and KTM. Known for turning complex psychology into actionable branding strategies, Jakob helps startups build meaningful connections that stick.
Like what you hear? Follow Startuprad.io, subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and leave us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review! Share this episode with fellow founders, investors, and team members building something extraordinary.
Guest Name: Jakob Trpin, Founder at Yesyesandtwo
Blog Post: startuprad.io/post/emotional-branding-for-startups-how-to-win-hearts-not-just-markets
Relevant Resources:
Startuprad.io Blog:https://www.startuprad.io/post/emotional-branding-for-startups-how-to-win-hearts-not-just-markets
Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro: Why Emotional Branding Beats Loud Marketing 05:12 – The Invisible Language of Brands Explained 17:45 – Common Startup Branding Mistakes 35:20 – Human-to-Human: Moving Beyond B2B/B2C 48:05 – Closing Insights + Emotional Branding Playbook
✉️ Work with us: [email protected]
💬 Feedback: https://forms.gle/Qp53eVuc9P1RMqWj8
💼 Follow Jörn on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/joernmenninger
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By [email protected]Your startup isn’t failing because of your tech or funding—it’s because people don’t feel your brand.
In this episode, Jakob Trpin, founder of Yesyesandtwo, breaks down why emotional branding is the hidden growth engine for startups. Discover how subconscious branding cues, human-to-human marketing (H2H), and internal culture alignment create trust and drive investor confidence.
What You'll Learn:
How to connect emotionally with customers to outlast competitors
Why most startups fail at branding (and how to avoid the same trap)
Insights into human-to-human (H2H) branding beyond B2B and B2C
The critical role of internal branding in startup success
Investor perspectives: Why trust often comes before metrics
Strategies for scaling authenticity as your startup grows
Guest Spotlight:
Jakob Trpin, Founder of Yesyesandtwo, is a branding expert with 18+ years of experience shaping global brands like Audi, Red Bull, Marvel, and KTM. Known for turning complex psychology into actionable branding strategies, Jakob helps startups build meaningful connections that stick.
Like what you hear? Follow Startuprad.io, subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and leave us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review! Share this episode with fellow founders, investors, and team members building something extraordinary.
Guest Name: Jakob Trpin, Founder at Yesyesandtwo
Blog Post: startuprad.io/post/emotional-branding-for-startups-how-to-win-hearts-not-just-markets
Relevant Resources:
Startuprad.io Blog:https://www.startuprad.io/post/emotional-branding-for-startups-how-to-win-hearts-not-just-markets
Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro: Why Emotional Branding Beats Loud Marketing 05:12 – The Invisible Language of Brands Explained 17:45 – Common Startup Branding Mistakes 35:20 – Human-to-Human: Moving Beyond B2B/B2C 48:05 – Closing Insights + Emotional Branding Playbook
✉️ Work with us: [email protected]
💬 Feedback: https://forms.gle/Qp53eVuc9P1RMqWj8
💼 Follow Jörn on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/joernmenninger