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How To Build Your Optimized Brand

Use The Forrester BYOB Model To Develop, Pressure Test, Socialize, And Execute Your Brand Strategy

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Oct 24, 2025

Summary

This report examines the challenge marketers face in using brand strategy to drive growth across the entire enterprise. To address this challenge, we introduce the Forrester Build Your Optimized Brand (BYOB) Model. This model, using a tree metaphor, helps companies define their purpose, promises, principles, and proof points. It also offers practical steps, workshops, and validation methods to implement the strategy throughout the organization.

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