Cutting prices or putting things on sale is not sustainable business strategy. The other side of it is that you can't cut enough costs to save your way to prosperity.
Howard SchultzRead
Of all the things that your company owns, brands are far and away the most important and the toughest. Founders die. Factories burn down. Machinery wears out. Inventories get depleted. Technology becomes obsolete. Brand loyalty is the only sound foundation on which business leaders can build enduring, profitable growth.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Brands are the most vital and resilient assets of a company, crucial for long-term success.
In this quote, Jim Mullen emphasizes the critical importance of brand loyalty as a foundational element for sustainable business growth. While physical assets like factories and technology can become obsolete or fail, a strong brand can endure challenges and foster customer loyalty, making it an invaluable asset for any company aiming for long-term profitability and stability.
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BrandLoyaltyBusinessGrowthImportance
In practice
Example use cases
In a business presentation discussing brand strategy.
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