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Doctor Branding Podcast

Doctor Branding Podcast

G'day Frank 85 Episodes Aug 3, 2026

Doctor Branding Podcast is a show hosted by the fictional 'Doctor Frank' who answers questions about branding, whether for your own business or for clients. Despite the title, the host is not a real doctor, adding a playful touch. Each episode offers practical branding advice in a friendly, question-and-answer format. The podcast is associated with the Substack newsletter at gdayfrank.substack.com.

Episodes

A concept makes a better brand
A concept makes a better brand Aug 3, 2026 1146 A great brand isn’t always built around what it sells. Instead it can be built around a bigger idea that gives people something memorable to connect with long after products and services evolve. Now, for many businesses, they focus on communicating what they offer. But the strongest brands I believe create meaning beyond the transaction, shaping everything from their messaging, visual identity, ex
Why Branding?
Why Branding? Jul 27, 2026 2401 This episode is all about a question I get asked more than almost any other: Why does branding actually matter? So much so I put a list of 10 dot points on my G’day Frank brand services website about the 10 biggest reasons I believe better branding leads to better business success.Which covers everything from helping customers choose you over competitors and pay a premium, through to building loya
The things big brands get right that a little brand can do too
The things big brands get right that a little brand can do too Jul 6, 2026 1115 What can you expect from this podcast episode?Big brands have plenty of advantages that smaller brands don’t, but that doesn’t mean smaller brands can’t learn from what they consistently get right. In this episode, I looks at some of the simple branding principles that businesses of any size can use to become more recognisable, memorable and easier to think of when needed. From choosing a shorter
Deal or No Deal? Choose a Briefcase and unlock your next big brand win
Deal or No Deal? Choose a Briefcase and unlock your next big brand win Jun 29, 2026 3281 In the last 15 years I’ve accumulated a fair share of the do’s and don’t’s when it comes to developing and managing a brand to help it succeed and in turn, see greater business growth and success from that investment of time, effort and money into your brand.Inside each of these 20 briefcases is a brand-related tip for your branding and marketing efforts that I want to share with you. No matter if
It's not how big your logo is, it's how you use it
It's not how big your logo is, it's how you use it Jun 22, 2026 1581 In this episode, I’m looking at why “make the logo bigger” isn’t always the answer, and why effective branding is less about the size of a logo and more about the meaning attached to it. From packaging and signage to positioning and marketing, every touchpoint shapes what consumers think and feel when they see your brand.You’ll learn why a logo is identification, not communication, why context mat
Positioning vs. Purpose, is there a difference?
Positioning vs. Purpose, is there a difference? Jun 8, 2026 811 Many businesses spend a lot of time talking about their purpose. While some spend a lot of time talking about their positioning. But they’re not the same thing.Purpose is why your business exists. Positioning is the space you want to occupy in customers’ minds. This episode explores the difference between the two, why businesses often confuse them, and why having a meaningful purpose doesn’t autom
What does a good branding person actually do?
What does a good branding person actually do? Jun 1, 2026 2339 Most people think a branding person designs logos. And while that can be part of the job, branding often goes much deeper than visual design alone. From brand strategy, internal team culture and messaging through to customer experience, brand naming and brand touchpoints, there are many different ways branding can influence how a business is perceived and remembered. This episode explores what bra
Create a new distinctive asset for your brand
Create a new distinctive asset for your brand May 25, 2026 1465 In this episode, I talk about one of the easiest branding wins most businesses could make today… creating a new distinctive brand asset and actually committing to using it consistently.Because while most brands rely on the same logos, colours and generic messaging as everyone else in their category, the brands people remember usually give customers multiple things to recognise and associate with t
Don’t be a brand that sacrifices personality for professionalism
Don’t be a brand that sacrifices personality for professionalism May 18, 2026 1856 In this episode, I talk about why so many brands are missing out on a big opportunity by sacrificing personality in the pursuit of looking “professional.” By only focusing on how your brand looks and falling back on safe messaging that every other brand does, I explore why distinctiveness matters more than ever if everyone is playing the same game. Because while consistency helps build recognition
One FMCG product brand or many?
One FMCG product brand or many? May 11, 2026 976 In this episode, I break down the three main ways brands approach selling multiple products on supermarket shelves, and why the strategy behind it matters far more than most people realise. From Coca-Cola owning Sprite and Fanta, to Kellogg’s endorsing products like Corn Flakes, I unpack the difference between a House of Brands, a Branded House, and an Endorsed Brand model, otherwise known as bran
How much does a logo design cost?
How much does a logo design cost? May 4, 2026 1938 In this episode, I break down one of the most common questions I get asked: how much does a logo design actually cost? And the honest answer is… it depends. Because you can get a logo for next to nothing, or you can spend thousands. But what I unpack here isn’t just the price ranges, it’s what you’re actually paying for at each level and why so many businesses get this wrong. From cheap templates
Is your branding sh*t?
Is your branding sh*t? Apr 27, 2026 1097 In this episode, I ask a pretty blunt question: is your branding actually doing its job...is it s**t? Or is it quietly holding your business back? I diagnose the common signs I see all the time, like inconsistent messaging, forgettable visuals, and brands that look fine on the surface but don’t give people a real reason to choose them. It’s not about whether your logo looks good. It’s about whethe

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