Brand storytelling is the foundation of the brand, while terms like “best in class” are simply objectives and not a direction. Image credit: Shutterstock Why striving for ‘best-in-class’ service creates zero value for luxury brands
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Brand storytelling is the foundation of the brand, while terms like “best in class” are simply objectives and not a direction. 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