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A series of fun and functional out-loud musings.


Carmen Petropulo
2 min read
Some second-best friend with two brand archetypes Kim turned out to be.
Sometimes it's tough to narrow your brand's brand voice, attributes and motivations down to align with just one brand archetype;...


Carmen Petropulo
2 min read
When your brand is so awesome, it needs two archetypes
"I prefer to appear at the exact moment I'm needed". I'd been looking forward to writing this post about Donna Paulsen from Suits for...

Carmen Petropulo
2 min read
Brands with two archetypes: why it can be "a big bowl" of right.
"I don't like talking to people I know, but strangers I have no problem with." While it's always preferable to have one clear brand...

Carmen Petropulo
3 min read
When a brand with two archetypes shines, all of us shine!
"You are blind to reality; and for that, I am most proud." Settling on just one brand archetype for your brand is much tougher than it...

Carmen Petropulo
1 min read
Is it a brand with one or two archetypes? I just want to know how much time I have.
"I'm in Psychoville and Finkle's the Mayor." My example of a brand with two archetypes this week is the inimitable Ace Ventura. A pet...

Carmen Petropulo
1 min read
Whatever brand archetype I wanna be. Gosh!
“It’s pretty much my favourite animal. It’s like a lion and a tiger mixed… bred for its skills in magic.” If you're struggling to choose...

Carmen Petropulo
2 min read
I like you. You have the boldness of a much younger brand with two archetypes.
Liz Lemon: "What a year, huh?" Jack: "Lemon, it's February." When working through your brand strategy, it's crucial to identify and...

Carmen Petropulo
1 min read
Would you believe: a brand with two archetypes and a boy scout with rabies?
Max to Chief: "Destroy him?! You can't destroy Hymie. Hymie's my friend." Chief: "Max, this friend just broke through my office door,...

Carmen Petropulo
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Honey, a brand with two archetypes never hurt anybody!
"Sorry I'm late. I got here as soon as I wanted to." Have we witnessed a sassier sitcom character in recent memory? Will and Grace's...

Carmen Petropulo
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Planes, trains and brands with two archetypes.
"We'd have more luck playing pick-up-sticks with our butt cheeks than we will getting out of here by daybreak". Questionable turns of...

Carmen Petropulo
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The one with the two brand archetypes: The Ruler and The Caregiver
"Now, I need you to be careful and efficient. And remember: If I am harsh with you, it's only because you're doing it wrong." If you're...
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