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- Did you know that certain common naming habits could be 'scratching' your brand's potential and driving customers straight to your competitors?
- What’s the secret to creating a brand name so catchy and memorable that it actually does your marketing for you?
- Are you curious about the five essential elements that make a brand name 'SMILE' and instantly resonate with your audience?
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Key Takeaways from Hello, My Name is Awesome
- Master the SMILE framework to create a 'sticky' brand name that is Suggestive, Meaningful, Imaginary, has Legs, and evokes Emotion.
- Learn how to avoid the Seven Deadly Sins of naming by following the SCRATCH acronym to steer clear of confusing spellings, copycat trends, and unpronounceable words.
- Discover why solitary brainstorming and drafting a detailed creative brief yields much stronger brand names than traditional group brainstorming sessions.
- Understand how to test your new brand name's real-world usability by using voice assistants like Siri to check for spelling and pronunciation pitfalls.
- Find out how to establish a strong online presence when your ideal domain is taken by utilizing strategic modifiers, memorable phrases, or lowball offers.
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Hello, My Name is Awesome
The Power of a Name
Positive Impact
Negative Impact
Winning Traits (SMILE)
Suggestive
Meaningful
Imaginary
Legs
Emotional
7 Deadly Sins (SCRATCH)
Spelling Changed
Copycat
Restrictive
Annoying
Tame
Curse of Knowledge
Hard to Pronounce
The Naming Process
Creative Brief
Solo Brainstorming
Deep Inspiration
Targeted Feedback
Trust Instincts
Securing the Domain
Availability Hacks
Prioritize Clarity
Brand Protection
URL Pitfalls
Legal Check
Rebranding Strategy
Ditch Clunkers
Digital Transition
Weighing Pros
Quiz — Test Your Understanding
Question 1 of 6
What does the 'S' in the SMILE naming framework stand for?
Hello, My Name is Awesome — Full Chapter Overview
Chapter 1: Recommendation
Chapter 2: To make a strong first impression, ensure your brand name is ultra sticky and makes people smile.
Chapter 3: To keep customers clear, avoid falling into the Seven Deadly Sins of Naming.
Chapter 4: To land the perfect name, work solo to draft a creative brief, then later reach out to others for feedback.
Chapter 5: Securing the correct domain name is essential.
Hello, My Name is Awesome Summary & Overview
Hello, My Name is Awesome (2014) is about the most important decision a new business faces: choosing a brand name that will launch the company into the stratosphere where it belongs. You might think picking a name is straightforward, but you have a lot to learn! This is your guide to negotiating the snakes and ladders of the brand-naming process – and coming out on top.
Who Should Listen to Hello, My Name is Awesome?
- Anyone who’s trying to come up with a great brand name
- Anyone who wants to better understand branding
- Business owners who suspect that their company name may be alienating potential customers
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