About this podcast
I’m Sebastian Samuel a brand strategist and I’ll be sharing insights, tips, and ideas about branding, design, leadership, starting and growing your business, getting clients, and conquering your fears. I hope you enjoy my content and that it helps you move your brand forward.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 28 episodes
- Budgeting and Financing for Startups – How to Manage Money Wisely in the Early Stages · 6 min · Episode 28In this episode of The Brand Verb, Sebastian Samuel breaks down the essentials of budgeting and funding your business when you're just starting out. Learn how to avoid…
- The Importance of a Business Plan – What a Solid Plan Should Include and How to Create One · 7 min · Episode 27In this episode of The Brand Verb, Sebastian Samuel breaks down why every entrepreneur needs a business plan—and no, it doesn’t have to be 40 pages long. Whether you're just…
- Defining Your Niche – Why Finding Your Unique Audience Is Key to Success · 5 min · Episode 26In this episode of The Brand Verb, Sebastian Samuel breaks down why getting specific about who you serve is one of the smartest moves you can make in business. Learn how to…
- The First Steps to Starting Your Business · 7 min · Episode 25In this episode of The Brand Verb, we’re breaking down the real steps you need to take to go from idea to legit business. From choosing the right structure to setting up your…
- Building Confidence in Your Business Idea · 6 min · Season 1 Episode 24In this episode of The Brand Verb, we’re getting real about what it takes to believe in your business idea. From validating your concept to stacking small wins and silencing the…
- Overcoming Fear of Failure · 6 min · Season 1 Episode 23In this episode of The Brand Verb, we’re facing fear head-on—the kind that keeps you from starting your business or launching that big idea. I’m sharing real talk, personal…
- Creating a Leadership Style That Reflects You · 6 min · Season 1 Episode 22In this episode of The Brand Verb, we talk about what it really means to lead in a way that feels true to who you are. No more imitating other people’s leadership styles—this is…
- How to Delegate Effectively – Trusting Your Team and Empowering Others to Shine · 6 min · Episode 21In this episode of The Brand Verb, I break down what delegation really means (hint: it’s not just dumping tasks). We talk about why letting go is key to growing your brand, how…
- The Role of Vulnerability in Leadership · 6 min · Season 1 Episode 20In this episode of The Brand Verb, I’m getting real about something most leaders avoid—vulnerability. We talk about why being open, honest, and human isn’t a weakness but your…
- Cultivating Resilience in Leadership – Overcoming Setbacks and Staying Strong for Your Team · 7 min · Season 1 Episode 19Every leader hits challenges—but not every leader knows how to rise through them. In this episode of The Brand Verb Leadership Series, I’m diving into what real resilience looks…
- The Difference Between Management and Leadership – Understanding How to Lead, Not Just Manage · 8 min · Season 1 Episode 18Managing tasks is one thing. Leading people is another. In this episode of The Brand Verb Leadership Series, I break down the key differences between management and leadership…
- Building a Vision Others Want to Follow – How to Inspire and Guide Your Team Toward Shared Goals · 7 min · Season 1 Episode 17A powerful vision isn’t just words—it’s a direction your team can believe in. In this episode of The Brand Verb Leadership Series, I’m sharing how to craft a vision that…
- Navigating Difficult Conversations – Tips for Addressing Challenges with Tact and Clarity · 7 min · Season 1 Episode 16Avoiding hard conversations? It’s costing your brand. In this episode of The Brand Verb Leadership Series, I’m breaking down how to face tough conversations with tact, empathy…
- Leading with Empathy – How Understanding Your Team Fosters Loyalty and Creativity · 7 min · Season 1 Episode 15Empathy isn’t soft—it’s a leadership superpower. In this episode of The Brand Verb Leadership Series, I break down how leading with empathy builds trust, loyalty, and creativity…
- The Art of Listening as a Leader – How to Build Trust, Loyalty, and Real Connection · 7 min · Season 1 Episode 14Great leaders don’t just speak—they listen deeply. In this episode of The Brand Verb, I’m breaking down how mastering the art of listening can transform the way you lead, build…
- What Makes a Great Leader (And Why Your Brand Depends on It) · 7 min · Episode 13Your brand is only as strong as the person leading it. In this episode of The Brand Verb, we’re diving into what truly makes a great leader—especially in today’s fast-moving…
- The Future of Branding and Design: What’s Next & How to Stay Ahead · 7 min · Season 1 Episode 12Branding is changing—fast. In this episode of The Brand Verb, I’m breaking down the big shifts shaping the future of branding and design, from AI integration to values-based…
- Minimalism vs. Maximalism in Branding – Which One Works Best for Your Brand? · 7 min · Season 1 Episode 11Should your brand be clean and minimal or bold and expressive? In this episode of The Brand Verb, I’m breaking down the key differences between minimalist and maximalist…
- Personal Branding vs. Business Branding: Which One Grows Your Brand Faster? · 7 min · Episode 10Should you build a personal brand or a business brand? In this episode of The Brand Verb, I break down the key differences between the two, the pros and cons of each, and how to…
- How to Stand Out in a Crowded Market: 5 Proven Strategies That Work · 7 min · Season 1 Episode 9Feeling lost in the noise? In this episode of The Brand Verb, we’re breaking down how to stand out in a crowded market without shouting or selling your soul. I’m sharing a…
