insights
The Cut
Short insights on branding and creativity, distilled to what really counts.
Branding
The Future of Branding Is Experience, Not Just Identity
Logos and color palettes no longer define great brands. The future belongs to those who design experiences that people can feel, remember, and share.
Strategy
The problem with building first and branding later
A great product without a brand is like a voice without a story — people might hear it once, but they won’t remember it tomorrow. Too many businesses rush to launch, treating branding as something they can “fix later.” By then, the damage is already done: confused customers, wasted spend, and a brand playing catch-up instead of leading.
Strategy
Why Digital Alone Won’t Build Your Brand
Every brand wants attention, and digital marketing seems like the fastest way to get it. Ads can deliver clicks, impressions, even short-term conversions. But here’s the truth: digital alone won’t build your brand. Without a strong brand system behind it, performance marketing is just noise that disappears as quickly as it arrives.
Branding
Why Brutal Honesty Is the New Brand Superpower
In a world crowded with polished perfection, brands that dare to be raw, clear, and unapologetically real win trust—and lasting loyalty.
Hello 👋 I’m Venkat, Founder & CEO
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