Ever heard about brand storytelling? Ever thought that it was just a brand narrative? Then read on because here's how the two stand apart — as well as what you should know about each of them.
While a brand's story is written by the brand, its narrative relies heavily on its stakeholders and its industry at large.
A way of looking at it is that the brand defines itself and its purpose — with a bit of a backstory and values — in what's known as a brand story.
It then provides a foundation for others to build on its narrative. Where? The environments identified by its:
- distinct corporate image
- marketing, and
- image reputation management conducted through PR and media monitoring.
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How to drive the narrative around your brand.*Image courtesy of Canva