16/06/2025
Here’s what most people get wrong:
They focus on looking like a brand…
Instead of being the face of one.
New research from confirms what I’ve been saying for a while now - founder-led brands are the future.
They’re growing twice as fast as non-founder-led brands. Even in industries like consumer products where big brands like Unilever and P&G usually dominate.
Why? Because founder-led brands do 3 key things really well:
✨ They tell a story
Not just what they do - but why they care, what they stand for, and who they are as people. And that creates connection.
✨ They move quickly
They don’t have to fight against bureaucracy, red tape or their pale, male and stale board that just don’t get it. Which is exactly what keeps them relevant.
✨ They build trust
When people know the person behind the business, they’re not just buying a product. They’re buying into a person. A mission. A message. That’s what creates loyalty.
So if you’re hiding behind a logo or playing small because you think you have to look more “professional”…
Let this be your sign.
What’s holding you back from showing up as the face of your business right now?
💌 hi, I’m Beth. I’m an award-winning marketing & personal brand strategist.
My clients have sold out their first-ever course launch, landed national press in under a month, and gone from 3 sales a week to 5–6 a day.
If you’re ready to grow your business, you’re in the right place.