Being authentic requires great strength and a strong will to continuously build one’s own path, grounded in a personal value system that prioritizes integrity and honesty, where, despite the times we live in, one remains consistent with their principles. You are authentic only when you follow your beliefs and present them through your actions and behavior.
If we put all of this into the context of a brand, the journey to authenticity begins with creating identity, committing to transparency and consistency, and continues through creative and continuous communication that builds an honest connection with the target audience. An authentic brand delivers added value and keeps its word, being charismatic and true to itself in everything it does.
The fact is that today’s era is marked by the hyperproduction of various, not so relevant promotional content, but, on the other hand, the digital age also enables easy access to copious amounts of high-quality, educational content that can serve as a guide for directing brand communication. This is an era when opportunities for gaining new knowledge are more open than ever, providing a more creative perspective on the world around us and inspiring new ideas.
Written by: Bojana Rudović
Published by: Magazin Karakter
Excerpt taken from the Karakter magazine website