Questions (Yes / No)

  1. Do the organization's positioning statements, taglines and overall visual identity describe exactly what business you are in?
  2. Does your organization have a Mission & Vision statement that represents the core attributes of its brand?
  3. Do you have a brand identity standards manual for your organization?
  4. Do you know how your customers view your organization's brand against the closest competitors?
  5. Is your organization's brand the clear leader in its service or product category?
  6. Does your organization have a methodology to measure brand equity on an ongoing basis?
  7. Are products or service capabilities identifiable as unique offerings from your organization only?
  8. Does everyone in your organization have a solid understanding of what the brand stands for, and how to consistently deliver an authentic experience?
  9. Do you know from a customer's perspective what brand attributes separate your organization from its competitors?
  10. To feel passionate about delivering a consistent and positive brand experience, could all employees articulate the mission and vision of the brand if asked?
  11. Is the responsibility for branding in the hands of leadership of the organization (as opposed to marketing/advertising personnel)?
  12. Does your organization support the community in which it operates?
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