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		<title>Help me help you</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 15:52:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Franklin Parrish]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I had a fascinating kick-off conversation with a new client today, Jim Israel formerly of Culinary Concepts in Philadelphia, PA. He is starting a new consulting company aimed at the hospitality industry. Usually, my clients struggle with their identities, their mission and their unique selling points. Jim had all of that in spades. I was [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I had a fascinating kick-off conversation with a new client today, Jim Israel formerly of Culinary Concepts in Philadelphia, PA. He is starting a new consulting company aimed at the hospitality industry. Usually, my clients struggle with their identities, their mission and their unique selling points. Jim had all of that in spades. I was actually a little embarrassed that I had started him with the basic brand development questions.</p>
<p>Jim was on point and had the following questions answered fully:</p>
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<li>Who are you?</li>
<li>Why should I listen to what you have to say?</li>
<li>What can you do for me?</li>
<li>Do you have the expertise to back up your claims?</li>
<li>What can I expect when working with you?</li>
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<p>Many companies can&#8217;t answer those questions right off the bat and it&#8217;s up to the creative strategists like me to help them discover those answers and figure out ways to deliver that message to their intended audience.</p>
<p>It&#8217;s a lesson for creatives and small business owners alike that getting to the heart of the &#8220;why&#8221; is crucial to the success of any brand, advertising or marketing project. When a client comes to the table with those questions already answered in a clear, compelling way, then they are truly helping me help them.</p>
<p>Look for more info about this client coming soon!</p>
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